Migration Safari Planning
Zanzibar Beach & Safari Escape
A relaxed safari and coast pairing that combines northern Tanzania wildlife with Zanzibar beaches. Start with private game drives in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti, then fly to the island for warm Indian Ocean downtime.
Best time to travel - Jun - Mar
Duration
8 Days
Destinations
Arusha,
Tarangire,
Ngorongoro Crater,
Central Serengeti,
Zanzibar,
Best Time
Jun - Mar
Starts / Ends
Arusha / Zanzibar
Route Overview
Your Safari Route - Day By Day
•
Arusha
Day 1 — Arrival
•
Tarangire
Day 2 — Elephant Country
•
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3 — Crater Safari
•
Central Serengeti
Day 4 · Day 5 — Serengeti Plains
•
Zanzibar
Day 6 · Day 8 — Beach Escape
The Full Itinerary
What To Expect - Each Day
All arrivals, game drives, lodge moves, and departure details mapped throughout.
Day 1
Arrival In Arusha
Arusha
Meet your guide on arrival and settle into your lodge. The evening is open for rest after the international flight.
Accommodation
Arusha Planet LodgeMeals Included
Dinner
01
Day 2
Arrival In Arusha
Tarangire
Drive into Tarangire for a full day of wildlife viewing among baobabs, riverine woodland, and open grassland.
Accommodation
Maramboi Tented LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
02
Day 3
Arrival In Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a classic Big Five game drive, then continue to the highlands for a quiet evening.
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Farm HouseMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
03
Day 4
Arrival In Arusha
Central Serengeti
Travel into the Serengeti and spend the afternoon tracking plains wildlife around central valleys and kopjes.
Accommodation
Serengeti Kati Kati CampMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
04
Day 5
Arrival In Arusha
Central Serengeti
A full day in the Serengeti gives time for early morning predator activity and slower afternoon wildlife viewing.
Accommodation
Serengeti Kati Kati CampMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
05
Day 6
Arrival In Arusha
Zanzibar
After breakfast, fly to Zanzibar and transfer to the beach. Swap safari dust for the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation
Zanzibar Queen HotelMeals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
06
Day 7
Arrival In Arusha
Zanzibar
Enjoy a free beach day with optional snorkeling, Stone Town, or spice farm experiences arranged locally.
Accommodation
Zanzibar Queen HotelMeals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
07
Day 8
Arrival In Arusha
Zanzibar
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight, or extend the beach stay if you want a slower finish.
Accommodation
Departure DayMeals Included
Breakfast
08
Pricing
Tour Pricing & What Is Included
from
$3,450
per person / double occupancy
All bookings and payments are handled directly through our office in Arusha, Tanzania.
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What Is Included
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof fees
Professional English-speaking safari guide fees
Park fees and conservation fees fees
Accommodation as listed in the itinerary fees
Meals listed each day and bottled water on safari fees
Not Included
International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Premium drinks and personal expenses
Guide and lodge staff gratuities
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