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9-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Safari 9 days Private
Overview

Tarangire, the Central and Northern Serengeti, then a flight to Zanzibar for three nights at Fun Beach Hotel — safari and Indian Ocean in nine days.

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, drive to Tarangire for game drives and a picnic lunch, then travel to the Central and Northern Serengeti, staying at Moyo Tented Camp and Sero Tented Camp. Finish with a flight to Zanzibar for beach time at Fun Beach Hotel, with dinners included, before your final airport transfer.

Where you'll go

Tarangire elephantsCentral and Northern SerengetiBig cats and migrating herds (seasonal)Three nights on Zanzibar
See each day of this trip

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1Arrival in Arusha

    Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and meet your guide for the transfer to your hotel (about 1 hour). A short safari briefing covers the itinerary, safety and what to expect; the rest of the day is free.

    ArushaOvernight: Arusha Planet LodgeMeals: D

  2. Day 2Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    After breakfast, drive to Tarangire for game drives and a picnic lunch inside the park, known for its elephants and baobab trees, then continue to your lodge.

    TarangireOvernight: Kankari LodgeMeals: B, L, D

  3. Day 3Tarangire to the Central Serengeti

    Drive towards the Central Serengeti through woodland and open plains, with more and more animals as you near the heart of the park. Arrive at camp and relax.

    SerengetiOvernight: Moyo Tented Camp, Central SerengetiMeals: B, D

  4. Day 4Central Serengeti to the Northern Serengeti

    Head north with game viewing on the way — big cats and migrating herds are possible, depending on the season — to a camp in a remote, scenic setting.

    Northern SerengetiOvernight: Sero Tented Camp, Northern SerengetiMeals: B, D

  5. Day 5A full day in the Northern Serengeti

    A full day of game drives around rivers, open plains and wildlife corridors. Lunch on safari or back at camp.

    Northern SerengetiOvernight: Sero Tented Camp, Northern SerengetiMeals: B, D

  6. Day 6Serengeti to Zanzibar

    After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Meet your driver, check in at your beach hotel and relax by the ocean before dinner.

    ZanzibarOvernight: Fun Beach Hotel, ZanzibarMeals: B, D

  7. Day 7Zanzibar beach stay

    A free day for the beach, the ocean or the pool, with optional snorkelling or cultural tours.

    ZanzibarOvernight: Fun Beach Hotel, ZanzibarMeals: B, D

  8. Day 8Zanzibar beach stay

    A relaxed day for sunbathing, beach walks or the hotel's facilities.

    ZanzibarOvernight: Fun Beach Hotel, ZanzibarMeals: B, D

  9. Day 9Departure from Zanzibar

    Breakfast and beach time, then check out and transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight.

    ZanzibarMeals: B

Meals: B = breakfast · L = lunch · D = dinner

Prices per person

In US dollars, per person, for your own private trip. The more people travel together, the lower the price for each person.

TravellersMid-range lodgesUpgrade: luxury lodges
1 traveller (solo) US$4,570 US$7,540
2 travellersMost booked US$3,150 US$5,200
3–4 travellers US$2,930 US$4,830
5–6 travellers US$2,740 US$4,520
7+ travellers US$2,580 US$4,260

Children aged 3–11 pay 70% of the adult price. International flights, visas and tips are not included. Prices can change in the Christmas and New Year weeks — your quote confirms the final price.

Prices are charged in US dollars. Other currencies are a guide only.

Route map

Route map: 9-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach HolidayKilimanjaro Airport → Arusha → Tarangire → Central Serengeti → Northern Serengeti → ZanzibarKENYATANZANIASerengeti National ParkMaasai MaraL. Manyara NPTarangire NPArusha NPKilimanjaro NPSaadani NPKilimanjaro 5,895 mLake VictoriaLake EyasiMara RiverPangani RiverIndian OceanPembaLoliondoSameMwanzaNairobiNarokTangaDodomaMorogoroDar es SalaamBagamoyoStone TownMombasaN100 km1234–56–9Kilimanjaro AirportArushaTarangireCentral SerengetiNorthern SerengetiZanzibar
  1. Kilimanjaro Airport · start
  2. Arusha
  3. Tarangire
  4. Central Serengeti
  5. Northern Serengeti
  6. Zanzibar
  • Your route
  • Flight
  • 1Day numbers at each place
  • Start / finish
  • National park / conservation area
  • Gravel track

Illustrative map — roads and distances are approximate.

Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All activities, unless labelled optional
  • All accommodation, unless listed as an upgrade
  • A professional driver-guide
  • All transportation, unless labelled optional
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Round-trip airport transfers
  • Meals and drinks as specified in the day-by-day itinerary

Not included

  • International flights to and from home
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (guideline: US$15 per person per day)
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance and visa fees

When to go

This trip runs all year. Here is how each month usually feels — the rainy months are quieter and often cheaper.

  1. JanBest
  2. FebBest
  3. MarGood
  4. AprRainy & quiet
  5. MayRainy & quiet
  6. JunBest
  7. JulBest
  8. AugBest
  9. SepBest
  10. OctBestThis month
  11. NovGood
  12. DecGood
  • Best
  • Good
  • Rainy & quiet

Good to know

One clear price

US$3,150 per person sharing. Send a request with your date and we confirm availability within 24 hours.

Easy booking

A deposit confirms your trip and the balance is due before you travel. The amounts and payment details come with your personal quote. Booking terms

Make it yours

Add a day, upgrade a lodge or combine with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar — just ask.

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