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Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar 10 Days: Wildlife & Beach Tour

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Enjoy Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar 10 Days with Big Five game drives, Serengeti wildlife, and relaxing white-sand beaches in Zanzibar.

Country

Tanzania

Duration

10 Days

Difficulty

Leisurely

Activity

Game Drive

Max. altitude

2,300 m (7,546 ft)

Best season

Jun-Oct, Dec-March

Accomodation

Lodges/Camps

Meals

Included

Start/End Point

Kilimanjaro Airport

Country

Tanzania

Duration

10 Days

Difficulty

Leisurely

Activity

Game Drive

Max. altitude

2,300m/7,546 ft

Best season

Jun-Oct, Dec-March

Accomodation

Lodge/Camps

Meals

Included

Tour Highlights

Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Overview

Embark on the ultimate Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar 10 Days holiday package, perfectly designed for discerning travellers seeking both adventure and indulgence. Begin your journey in Tanzania’s most iconic national parks, Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, where you’ll enjoy exclusive game drives, luxury lodges, and up-close encounters with the legendary Big Five. After the thrill of the wild, fly to Zanzibar for a serene beach escape at a high-end resort, complete with turquoise waters, white sand, and unmatched relaxation. This all-inclusive package features expert guides, seamless logistics, and 5-star service throughout. With Hike Kilimanjaro, your dream African safari and tropical island retreat becomes a reality.

Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be welcomed by a representative from Hike Kilimanjaro Ltd and transferred to Gran Melia Arusha. (1-hour transfer to your lodge in Arusha), you will have a full briefing with your guide to ensure you’re fully prepared for the safari.

Luxury Accommodation

Gran Melia Arusha

Breakfast, included

Note:
Your pre-safari briefing will be conducted at your hotel. If you arrive before 5:00 PM on the day prior to your safari, the briefing will take place that evening. If you arrive later, your guide will meet you for the briefing on the morning of your safari before departure. This ensures you’re fully prepared and have the opportunity to ask any last-minute questions

Please also note that hotel check-in is from midday (12:00 PM). If your flight arrives early in the morning, kindly let us know in advance. We can arrange a day-use room for you, or, if you prefer, we can organize some short activities to keep you engaged until your check-in time.

Drive Time: ~2 hours

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day private game drive with picnic lunch in the bush. Spot lions, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and an array of birdlife in one of Tanzania’s most photogenic parks.

Luxury Accommodation

Lemala Mpingo ridge lodge

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Drive Time: ~4–5 hours (with game viewing en route through Ngorongoro)
Optional: Fly from Lake Manyara to Serengeti (recommended for extra comfort)

Journey through the scenic highlands and enter the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, witnessing lions, cheetahs, and if in season, the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Luxury Accommodation

Four seasons safari lodge

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti with your expert guide. Depending on the season, track the migration herds or focus on the abundant resident wildlife including lions, leopards, hyenas, elephants, and hippos.

Luxury Experiences:

  • Sunrise game drive with coffee stop
  • Optional hot air balloon safari (extra cost $550 per person)
Luxury Accommodation

Four seasons safari lodge

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Drive Time: ~4–5 hours (with en route game viewing)

After a morning game drive, head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. An optional stop at Oldupai Gorge can be arranged en route, offering a fascinating glimpse into human evolution and archaeological history. Arrive at your luxury lodge perched on the crater rim. Enjoy stunning views and a relaxing evening as the sun sets over this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Luxury Accommodation

Lion's Paw

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Crater Descent Time: ~30 minutes

Begin your day with an early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife havens. Spend the morning exploring the crater floor home to rare black rhinos, large prides of lions, elephants, buffaloes, and flamingos at Lake Magadi.

After a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, ascend the crater wall and drive to your luxury lodge located just outside the park boundary in the peaceful Karatu Highlands. Enjoy a relaxing evening with stunning views of the forested escarpment and excellent cuisine.

Luxury Accommodation

Gibbs farm

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
a beautiful view of zanzibar island

Drive Time: ~4–5 hours
Optional: Scenic flight from Lake Manyara Airstrip to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport (additional cost)

After a relaxed breakfast, depart from Gibb’s Farm and drive to Arusha Coffee Lodge for a hot lunch. After lunch, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar.

For a quicker and more scenic option, you may choose to fly from Lake Manyara Airstrip to either Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport at an additional cost. Optional cultural experiences such as a visit to Lake Eyasi to meet the Hadzabe tribe or a guided tour of a Maasai boma in Mto wa Mbu can also be arranged depending on timing.

A packed lunch is not necessary today, as a hot meal will be provided in Arusha. A day room in Arusha can be arranged on request before your onward flight.

Luxury Accommodation

Hotel Verde Zanzibar

Breakfast,

You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your flight back home.

Note:
Check-out time at the hotel is 10:00 AM. If your flight is scheduled for the evening or night, you may book a day-use room to rest and freshen up before your departure. Please inform us in advance if you would like us to reserve a room for you.

Cancellation Policy

  • More than 60 days before departure: Deposit refundable less bank charges.
  • 30–59 days before departure: a 50% cancellation fee applies.
  • 15–29 days before departure: 75% cancellation fee.
  • Less than 15 days before departure: a 100% cancellation fee applies.
Flight information

The best airport to fly into is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Located about 45 km from Moshi and 50 km from Arusha, it is the most convenient airport for climbers.

Hike Kilimanjaro Ltd can arrange airport transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your hotel and back. Please note that transfers are available at an additional cost—just let us know your flight details in advance, and we’ll handle the rest.

Alternative Airports

If you cannot find a flight directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, you may also consider flying to:

  • Nairobi International Airport (NBO) – Kenya
  • Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

From these airports, you can connect to Kilimanjaro by either:

  • A connecting flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
  • A shuttle bus or private transfer to Moshi or Arusha, where your trek begins

For convenience, Nairobi is closer to Kilimanjaro than Dar es Salaam, and often offers more international flight options at competitive prices.

International Flights to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)

Several major airlines offer direct flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport:

AirlineRoute
KLMAmsterdam → Kilimanjaro
CondorFrankfurt → Kilimanjaro
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul → Kilimanjaro
Kenya AirwaysNairobi → Kilimanjaro
Precision AirNairobi → Kilimanjaro
Qatar AirwaysDoha → Kilimanjaro
Ethiopian AirlinesAddis Ababa → Kilimanjaro
RwandAirKigali → Kilimanjaro

If direct flights are not available from your location, you can also book flights via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi, then connect to Kilimanjaro.

Domestic Flights within Tanzania

For flights within Tanzania, the following airlines operate regular domestic services:

  • Precision Air
  • Air Tanzania
  • Fly540
  • Regional Air
  • ZanAir
  • Coastal Aviation
  • Air Excel

Bus Transfers

We can also arrange shuttle bus services between Nairobi, Arusha, and Moshi. These are available daily for an additional fee.

Sample Shuttle Schedule (subject to change):

RouteDepartureArrival
Nairobi → Arusha08:0014:00
Nairobi → Arusha14:0018:30
Nairobi → Moshi08:0015:30
Moshi → Nairobi06:0014:00
Arusha → Nairobi08:0014:00
Moshi → Nairobi10:3018:30
Arusha → Nairobi14:0018:30

Private Transfers

For added comfort and flexibility, private transfers can also be arranged between:

  • Nairobi ↔ Arusha / Moshi
  • Dar es Salaam ↔ Arusha / Moshi
  • Mombasa ↔ Arusha / Moshi

Private transfers are available at an extra cost. Contact us for current rates and arrangements.

Price For Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar 10 Days Itinerary

Number of Pax

Price Per Person

1

USD 10,520 pp

2

USD 7,125 pp

3

USD 6,370 pp

4+

USD 6,220 pp

Price Includes

Price Excludes

Packing List for Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar 10 Days

To ensure a safe and comfortable safari experience with Hike Kilimanjaro Ltd, we recommend bringing the following essential gear and equipment. Being well-prepared is the key to enjoying your adventure in Tanzania to the fullest.

Clothing Recommendations

Safari Gear Essentials

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Information - Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari

Planning a luxury safari and beach escape with Hike Kilimanjaro Ltd? We provide everything you need for a seamless, high-end travel experience from thrilling wildlife encounters in Tanzania’s top national parks to barefoot luxury on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches. This itinerary combines private game drives in iconic safari destinations like Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, followed by a relaxing beach retreat at a handpicked Zanzibar resort.

Our private safaris operate year-round, but the best time for optimal game viewing is during the dry season from June to October and the calving season from January to March. For those seeking to witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti, the most dramatic river crossings occur from July to early September in the Northern Serengeti. If you’re interested in a River Crossing Migration Safari, we can tailor your itinerary to place you in the heart of the action typically along the Mara River, where herds of wildebeest and zebra brave crocodile-filled waters in one of nature’s most powerful spectacles.

You’ll travel in a private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser, custom-designed for luxury and comfort, complete with pop-up roof, six window seats, USB ports, phone charging cables, cooler box with drinks and snacks, and a pair of binoculars (additional pairs available for $30 or bring your own). Your safari is led by a professional, English-speaking guide with years of experience in wildlife tracking and guest care.

All national park fees and daily game drives are included in your package. To enrich your experience, you can add optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti, a visit to a traditional Maasai village, a guided nature walk, or an excursion to Olduvai Gorge available at an additional cost and bookable in advance or during your trip.

You also have the option to extend your stay for more days in Zanzibar or on safari. Whether this is your first African adventure or a special occasion like a honeymoon or anniversary, Hike Kilimanjaro ensures a personalized and unforgettable journey.

More Details - Safari Experience

Accommodation on your luxury safari includes a blend of high-end safari lodges and boutique tented camps, all carefully chosen for their premium service, stunning locations, and intimate atmosphere. Each lodge offers en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, private decks, and full-board service. During your Zanzibar stay, you’ll enjoy half-board accommodation in a beachfront 5-star resort offering top-tier dining, spa services, and ocean activities.

Safari rates are based on double or twin occupancy, with family suites available at select properties. Single supplements apply for solo travelers. Flight-luggage restrictions require soft-sided bags (15–20 kg per person). Overland drives between safari destinations vary from 1 to 6 hours, offering scenic views of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes from baobab-filled plains to volcanic highlands.

Please Note: While we prioritize the accommodations listed in your custom itinerary, final availability is confirmed at the time of booking. If any lodge or camp is fully booked, we will substitute it with a property of equal quality and luxury standard to ensure your comfort and experience are not compromised.

Luxury Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Holiday Map

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