» Itineraries » 8-Day Tanzania Safari & Beach Holiday
Experience the highlights of Tanzania on an unforgettable 8-day journey combining exciting wildlife safaris with a relaxing Zanzibar beach getaway. Begin your adventure in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
Continue to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder surrounded by dramatic landscapes and home to an impressive variety of wildlife, including the Big Five.
After exploring Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, fly to the tropical island of Zanzibar. Here, unwind on beautiful white-sand beaches, swim in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, and enjoy the perfect ending to your African adventure.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival in Tanzania, you will be met at the airport by our Heart of Serengeti representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Take the rest of the day to relax, recover from your journey, and prepare for your safari adventure.
Accommodation: pazuri inn Arusha
After breakfast, your safari guide will collect you from your hotel and drive towards Tarangire National Park. The park is famous for its large elephant population, ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, lions and other wildlife around the Tarangire River and seasonal wetlands.
Later in the afternoon, continue to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Eileen’s tree inn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
All meals included
After an early breakfast, drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
Spend the day exploring the crater floor, where the concentration of wildlife makes it one of Tanzania’s most rewarding game-viewing areas. Look out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and, with some luck, the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the crater’s dramatic scenery before ascending and continuing to your accommodation.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Eileen’s tree in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
All meals included
After breakfast, depart Karatu and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for your final wildlife experience on the mainland.
Although relatively small, Lake Manyara offers a remarkable variety of landscapes and wildlife. During your game drive, keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, monkeys and a wide range of bird species, including flamingos around the lake. The park is also known for its lush groundwater forests, open plains and dramatic escarpments.
Enjoy a picnic or lodge lunch before leaving the park and driving back to Arusha. From Arusha, you will continue to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation in Stone Town.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Activities: Game drive
Accommodation: opera hotel / Maru maru hotel
Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Stone Town before departing for the northern coast of Zanzibar. Your journey takes you to Nungwi, one of the island’s most popular beach destinations, known for its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and spectacular sunsets.
Upon arrival, check in at your beach hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing. You can enjoy the beach, swim in the warm Indian Ocean or take a walk around the village and discover the traditional dhow-building culture that Nungwi is known for.
Main Destination: Nungwi (Zanzibar)
Activities: Beach relaxation and village exploration
Accommodation: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis – Luxury hotel in Nungwi
Breakfast
Wake up to a beautiful morning on the northern coast of Zanzibar. Today is dedicated to enjoying the tropical surroundings of Nungwi.
Relax on the beach, swim in the clear waters or choose an optional ocean activity such as snorkeling, diving, fishing or a dhow boat excursion. For those who prefer to stay on land, you can explore Nungwi village, cycle around the area or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the resort.
As the day comes to an end, enjoy one of Zanzibar’s famous sunsets from the beach.
Main Destination: Nungwi (Zanzibar)
Activities: Beach relaxation and optional water activities
Accommodation: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis – Luxury hotel in Nungwi
Breakfast
Enjoy a relaxed final full day in Zanzibar. You are free to spend the day at your own pace, whether that means relaxing by the pool and beach or joining an optional excursion.
For an adventure, you may choose a Mnemba Island snorkeling trip, diving, fishing or a traditional dhow cruise. Alternatively, enjoy a quiet day at the hotel and take in the beautiful surroundings of Nungwi.
In the evening, experience a memorable Zanzibar sunset before returning to your hotel for your final night.
Main Destination: Nungwi (Zanzibar)
Activities: Beach relaxation / Optional water activities
Accommodation: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis – Luxury hotel in Nungwi
Breakfast
Departure – Zanzibar
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar at leisure. Depending on your departure schedule, we will arrange your transfer to Zanzibar Airport or the seaport.
As your unforgettable Tanzania and Zanzibar adventure comes to an end, you depart with wonderful memories, photographs, and experiences to treasure long after you return home.
Main Destination:
Zanzibar Airport / Seaport
Activities:
Airport or seaport transfer
Accommodation:
No accommodation – End of the tour
Breakfast
Pax | Solo | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Price | $2340 | $1900 | $1865 |