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Dreaming of combining thrilling wildlife adventures with pristine white-sand beaches? A journey from the iconic plains of the Serengeti to the turquoise shores of Zanzibar is the ultimate African escape. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or a luxury retreat, planning your Tanzania and Zanzibar trip carefully ensures a seamless and unforgettable experience.
With expert guidance from Heart of Serengeti ATS, your safari-to-beach holiday becomes effortless, personalized, and truly magical.
A Tanzania and Zanzibar itinerary offers the best of both worlds:
🦁 World-class wildlife safaris
🌅 Stunning savannah landscapes
🌴 Exotic island relaxation
🐠 Snorkeling and diving in crystal-clear waters
The journey typically begins in the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and the Big Five. After your safari adventure, you can unwind on the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar, famous for its spice farms and historic Stone Town.
Your safari begins in the heart of Tanzania’s wildlife paradise. The Serengeti offers:
Game drives to see lions, elephants, cheetahs, and leopards
Witnessing the Great Migration (seasonal)
Luxury tented camps and lodges
Hot air balloon safaris
Professional guides from Heart of Serengeti ATS ensure you don’t miss any wildlife highlights. Their customized itineraries allow you to explore at your own pace while enjoying comfort and safety.
After days of thrilling game drives, many travelers choose a zanzibar safari tour extension. This carefully designed transition from bush to beach lets you:
Fly directly from Serengeti to Zanzibar
Relax after safari adventures
Enjoy cultural tours in Stone Town
Explore spice plantations
This combination is perfect for honeymooners and couples seeking a romantic escape.
Already staying on the island? No problem! Many travelers book safari trips from zanzibar, flying to mainland Tanzania for 1–3 day wildlife experiences before returning to the beach.
These short safaris are ideal if you want to:
Maximize limited vacation time
Experience both safari and island
Add adventure to your beach holiday
Nothing completes your African adventure like relaxing on powdery white beaches. Zanzibar beach holidays offer:
Crystal-clear Indian Ocean waters
Snorkeling and diving excursions
Luxury beachfront resorts
Sunset dhow cruises
For curated beach packages and island experiences, explore
👉 zanzibar beach holidays
From boutique stays to luxury resorts, Heart of Serengeti ATS crafts personalized itineraries to match your travel style and budget.
June – October: Best for safaris (dry season, easier wildlife viewing)
December – March: Great for both safari and beach
April – May: Fewer crowds, greener landscapes (some rain expected)
7–8 Days: 4 days safari + 3 days Zanzibar
10–12 Days: Extended safari + relaxed island stay
14+ Days: Ultimate Tanzania and Zanzibar experience
Book internal flights in advance
Pack light, breathable clothing
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Confirm visa and vaccination requirements
Work with a trusted local expert like Heart of Serengeti ATS
A Zanzibar safari tour combines mainland Tanzania wildlife safaris with a relaxing beach stay on Zanzibar Island.
Yes! Many operators offer safari trips from Zanzibar with direct flights to Serengeti or other national parks.
A minimum of 7–10 days is recommended to properly enjoy both safari and beach experiences.
Absolutely! Zanzibar beach holidays are perfect for couples due to their romantic sunsets, private resorts, and luxury experiences.
Heart of Serengeti ATS offers personalized itineraries, experienced safari guides, and seamless safari-to-beach travel planning.
From the untamed plains of the Serengeti to the tranquil shores of Zanzibar, this journey is one of Africa’s most rewarding travel experiences. With expert planning from Heart of Serengeti ATS, your dream adventure becomes stress-free, immersive, and unforgettable.
If you’re ready to combine wildlife thrills with tropical relaxation, now is the perfect time to plan your Tanzania and Zanzibar escape. 🌍✨
Whatever you’re dreaming of for your Tanzania adventure, our expert travel team is here to make it happen.
EXCELLENT Based on 14 reviews helenar0driguezm2025-09-19Verified Safari en Serengeti Great experience with our incredible guide Kennedy Mapima!He knows about geography, history, geology and of course tons about animals!!He drive us through the parks, show us the Big 5, except for the Rhino.Big Migration!! We did everything!Thank you Kenny!! Natalia R2025-09-03Verified Highly Recommend Great experience having Kennedy as our guide. He has great knowledge of the fauna of Tanzania and could not only answer every question we asked, but also proactively shared amazing facts throughout the whole trip. He's a great guide and also took great care of us when needed. We could understand each other perfectly thanks to his great manage of Spanih. Krissie2025-07-25Verified Unbelievable Memorable Experience Amazing experience with a group of friend and.family.All schedule as planned.Nice lodges,good prices,2.drivers of heart of serengeti were.assigned to us.First day in Tarangire with Abdul then from 2nd day to the last day Kenedy took over.Both drivers have knowledge of wildlife zoologyAnd speaks more than one language so you won't miss a thing to understand.In our safari they changed from English to French to swahili because our group had local family with friends from Europe.I told Kenedy I came to this safar because I Want to see this and.that and we ticked.all.I told him I won't leave without hot air Balloon Safari and he delivered.It was amazing experience and.my kids will have lots of memories and stories to tell after summer break Yves M2025-03-09Verified A wonderful safari in the heart of a very dense wildlife A wonderful journey into the heart of wildlife thanks to Kennedy, an exceptional guide who put all his energy into making us discover the big five. Bet successful! We were able to benefit from migration with the displacement of thousands of zebras and wildebeest.Fabulous landscapes, an emotional encounter with the local population and more specifically with the Maasai. A unique experience. We recommend everyone discover this fabulous country with Kennedy. Manuel S2025-02-02Verified Best safari guide in Africa! I had an amazing experience with Kennedy, my guide from Heart of Serengeti. He knows everything about nature and explained everything extremely well. He delivered an amazing service, taking me to the most beautiful and iconic parks in Tanzania, where I was amazed with the animals I had the opportunity to see. He is an excellent and safe driver, a charismatic person and made sure the experience was unforgettable. Definitely will come back for another safari. Top safari operator and top person! jose luis m2024-12-26Verified Unforgettable Definitely the best option to go on safari to Tanzania!!!! Kennedy is the best guide of Tanzania, patient and with a lot of knowledge of the fauna and vegetation of the country, he knows perfectly the parks and everyone, thanks to that the other guides call him when there are some interesting animals, lions eating, etc... in just 5 days we have seen a small hunt, two packs of lions eating, leopard, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes , rhinos and the rest of Tanzania animals!!! On this trip we were two families with children with two cars, in the other car the guide was called Said, charming and also with a lot of knowledge of wild animals. Unforgettable experience!!!! Recommended 100% Olaf Korpel2024-10-04Verified Very impressive safari! We can highly recommend this travel agency. This is the first time we did a safari and we were not sure what to expect. Therefore, this trip left a deep impression on us, it was great! We were very lucky to have Kennedy as Guide. He is very experienced, if there are animals to be seen somewhere he knows where to find them. Also because he has a huge network of friendly guides. Kennedy tries very hard to put his car in the best possible position to see the animals well. He has a great knowledge of the animals and their environment, he is very social and he really does his best for you. I had a stomach problem for a few days and wanted to cut the trip short. Kennedy suggested we see a local doctor first and await his verdict. The doctor examined me and prescribed me pills, after which I was able to finish the safari. I am very grateful to Kennedy for this! He is also a very reliable driver and able to remedy this in the event of a breakdown with the car (also with other guides). Antonio2024-06-27Verified The best Safari guide, the best person. The best guide, the best expert in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire is without a doubt Kennedy. An outstanding professional and an excellent person. Since we met him on our Safari, he is another member of our family.He clearly made the difference. Rano w2024-05-01Verified The best guide and recommendation about Kennedy & @Heart of Serengity. Thanks for the best time we could have wished for.We had the best 8 days we could have imagined!! Kennedy our guide took care of us with great attention. Alot of knowledge about the wildlife , Tanzania, 4X4 driving experience and a smile All day long. He made our trip UNFORGETTABLE.I recommend for anyone planning a trip to book with Kennedy & @Heart of Serengity. Hope to visit again soon. Robin C2024-01-28Verified Unforgettable trip Great experience in Tanzania, we were able to see all the animals we wanted. The guide was very attentive and taught us lots of things.