A 14-day Tanzania Mainland & Zanzibar Safari Package offers an incredible blend of adventure and relaxation, taking you through some of the most renowned wildlife parks on the mainland, followed by a blissful time on the island of Zanzibar. Here’s an ideal itinerary for such a safari:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for rest and overnight.
- Accommodation: A comfortable hotel in Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- Depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees.
- Afternoon game drive in Tarangire.
- Accommodation: A lodge or tented camp inside or near the park.
Day 3: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater
- Early morning departure to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its rich wildlife and stunning views.
- Afternoon game drive inside the crater.
- Accommodation: Lodge or camp at the rim of the crater or nearby.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park
- Morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, then head to Serengeti National Park, the world-famous park for its incredible migration and big cat sightings.
- Afternoon game drive in the Serengeti.
- Accommodation: Lodge or camp within the Serengeti.
Day 5-6: Serengeti National Park
- Full days of game drives in the Serengeti, where you can witness the Great Migration (depending on the season) or enjoy sightings of lions, leopards, cheetahs, and more.
- Early morning and late afternoon game drives.
- Accommodation: Same Serengeti lodge or camp.
Day 7: Serengeti to Lake Manyara National Park
- Depart Serengeti and head to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos.
- Afternoon game drive around the lake and its diverse habitats.
- Accommodation: Lodge or camp near Lake Manyara.
- Day 8: Lake Manyara toZanzibar.
- Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to your beach resort.
- Rest and relax at your resort on the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar.
- Accommodation: Luxury beach resort on the coast of Zanzibar.
Day 10-12: Zanzibar – Beach & Cultural Tour
- Relax on the beaches of Zanzibar, enjoying the sun and warm waters.
- Optional activities: Snorkeling, diving, dolphin watching, spice farm tour, and a visit to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can explore the historic alleys, museums, and markets.
- Accommodation: Same beach resort.
Day 13: Zanzibar – Safari Blue or Mnemba Island
- Full-day tour to Safari Blue for snorkeling, dhow sailing, and swimming in the turquoise waters.
- Alternatively, take a day trip to Mnemba Island for a more private, exclusive experience of snorkeling and diving.
- Accommodation: Return to your beach resort for the night.
Day 14: Departure from Zanzibar
- Free time in the morning to relax or explore.
- Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your flight home.
