8 Days Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar

Overview

Experience the best of Tanzania on an unforgettable 8 day safari from Zanzibar, combining the tropical beauty of Zanzibar with the incredible wildlife of mainland Tanzania. Fly from Zanzibar to northern Tanzania and explore some of the country’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.

Enjoy exciting game drives in search of elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and many other species. After your safari adventure, return to Zanzibar to continue your beach holiday or onward journey.

This itinerary is ideal for travelers staying in Zanzibar who want to experience Tanzania’s famous wildlife without beginning their journey in Arusha.

Itinerary

Day 1: Zanzibar to Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Your adventure begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha.

Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your journey toward Tarangire National Park. After entering the park, enjoy your first game drive through the beautiful Tarangire landscape. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, seasonal wetlands, and diverse wildlife. Keep your camera ready for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, wildebeest, and numerous bird species.

Meals

Lunch & Dinner


Day 2: Full-Day Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring Tarangire National Park. Your experienced safari guide will take you to different areas of the park in search of wildlife. Tarangire provides excellent opportunities to observe elephants and other animals around the park’s rivers, wetlands, and open grasslands.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the sun begins to set, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and travel toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a scenic journey through the changing landscapes of northern Tanzania.

As you enter the Serengeti, begin your game drive across the vast plains. Depending on the season, you may encounter large herds of wildebeest and zebra as well as predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Continue toward your accommodation with opportunities for wildlife viewing along the way.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in the Serengeti.

Explore the plains with your experienced guide and search for the Big Five and other wildlife. The Serengeti is home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, and many other species.

Depending on your travel season and the location of the herds, you may also have the opportunity to witness parts of the Great Wildebeest Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Meals

Breakfast & Lunch


Day 5: Serengeti – Morning Game Drive & Ngorongoro

Begin your morning with an early game drive in the Serengeti. The early hours are excellent for wildlife viewing, and you may encounter predators returning from nighttime activity or herds beginning their morning movements.

After the game drive, continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you travel from the Serengeti plains into the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at your lodge in the evening and relax.

Meals

Breakfast Lunch & Dinner


Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Full-Day Safari

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full day game drive. The crater is home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife. Search for lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, flamingos, and other species. With luck, you may also encounter the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater while surrounded by the incredible scenery. After your game drive, ascend from the crater and return to your lodge.

Meals

Breakfast Lunch & Dinner


Day 7: Ngorongoro to Arusha – Zanzibar

After breakfast, begin your journey toward Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a short cultural or local experience before transferring to the airport.

Board your flight from Arusha to Zanzibar. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will be transferred to your beach hotel. Spend the evening relaxing beside the Indian Ocean after your safari adventure.

Meals

Breakfast Lunch & Dinner


Day 8: Zanzibar – Departure / Beach Extension

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your Zanzibar hotel. Depending on your departure flight, spend your final hours relaxing on the beach, exploring the local area, or enjoying optional Zanzibar activities.

Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey. Your 8 Days Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar comes to an end.

Meals

Breakfast

Include:

  • Return flights between Zanzibar and Arusha
  • Airport transfers
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Private or shared safari option
  • Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
  • Zanzibar beach accommodation on Day 7
  • All meals as specified
  • Drinking water during the safari
  • Tarangire National Park fees
  • Serengeti National Park fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater conservation and entry fees
  • Daily game drives
  • Camping and concession fees where applicable
  • Government taxes and VAT
  • Zanzibar transfers

Exclude

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for safari guides and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal drinks and expenses
  • Laundry services
  • Optional activities
  • Zanzibar water sports
  • Souvenirs
  • Accommodation in Zanzibar before or after the itinerary unless specified

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