12 Days Best Of Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Tour

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12 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The 12 Days Best of Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Tour stands out because it perfectly combines world-class wildlife safaris with a tropical beach escape, giving travelers both adventure and relaxation in one seamless trip. You experience the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Northern Tanzania—Tarangire’s elephants, Serengeti’s predators, Ngorongoro’s Big Five, and Lake Manyara’s tree-climbing lions—without rushing, followed by the pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and cultural richness of Zanzibar. This tour offers maximum variety, from epic game drives and dramatic scenery to snorkeling, spice tours, and island leisure, making it ideal for first-time visitors, families, honeymooners, or anyone who wants the “best of both worlds” in one holiday. It’s a carefully balanced journey where every day delivers either thrilling wildlife, stunning landscapes, or total relaxation.

What's Included

All accommodations as per itinerary
Government taxes and levies
Domestic flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
Lunch (Optional[11])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[8])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[12])
Breakfast
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our driver guide will pick you at your hotel lobby within Arusha Tanzania

Itinerary

Duration: 12 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Arusha

    1 stop
  • 1
    Arusha

    You’ll be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax and recover from your journey while getting a briefing about the safari ahead.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Arusha -Tarangire National park

    1 stop
  • 2
    Tarangire National Park

    Drive to Tarangire for your first game drive, famous for large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. After an exciting day, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

    1 stop
  • 3
    Lake Manyara

    Enjoy a morning drive to Lake Manyara, known for its lush forests, flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions. Later, continue to the Karatu area for overnight.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Karatu to Serengeti National Park

    1 stop
  • 4

    Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward the vast plains of the Serengeti, with game viewing en route. Overnight at a safari camp inside the park.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    full day in serengeti national park

    1 stop
  • 5

    Spend the day exploring the Serengeti on extensive game drives, searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and the great herds of wildebeest and zebras.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    1 stop
  • 6
    Ngorongoro Crater

    Enjoy a final Serengeti game drive before heading toward Ngorongoro, stopping for scenic views along the way. Overnight near the crater rim.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Ngorongoro Crater Tour

    1 stop
  • 7
    Ngorongoro Crater

    Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas, with excellent chances to spot the Big Five. Later, return to your lodge.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 8

    Ngorongoro to Arusha

    1 stop
  • 8
    Arusha

    After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, passing local villages and landscapes, and prepare for your next adventure to Zanzibar.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Arusha to Zanzibar

    1 stop
  • 9
    Zanzibar Island

    Fly to Zanzibar Island and transfer to your beach resort, where the rest of the day is free to relax by the ocean.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Zanzibar Beach Relaxation

    1 stop
  • 10

    Enjoy a full day at leisure on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches, with optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, or a spice tour.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 11

    Zanzibar Leisure Day

    1 stop
  • 11
    Zanzibar Island

    Another relaxing day to soak up the sun, explore Stone Town, or enjoy water sports and cultural excursions.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Departure

    1 stop
  • 12

    After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari and beach holiday.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Gracepatt Ecotours Kenya

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Safaris
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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