10-Day Best of Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape

Arrive in Tanzania and transfer directly to Tarangire National Park, where sweeping savannah plains and ancient baobabs set the stage for your safari adventure. Begin with an afternoon game drive amid large elephant herds, grazing antelope, and thriving birdlife as the golden light bathes the landscape. Dinner and overnight take place at a comfortable lodge near the park boundary.

Depart Tarangire for the scenic rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most iconic wildlife arenas. Descend into the crater floor for a full day of game viewing among dense populations of elephants, buffalo, lions, zebra and, with luck, black rhino. A picnic lunch inside the crater enhances your immersive wildlife experience before you ascend to your rim-top lodge for dinner.

Today’s drive leads you into the heart of the Serengeti National Park, the epicenter of East African wildlife spectacle. Enter the Seronera region — famed for its rolling plains, kopjes (rock outcrops) and abundant predators — and enjoy an afternoon game drive with opportunities to see lions, leopards, giraffes, and vast herds of grazers. Overnight in a tented camp deep within the Serengeti.

Spend a full day exploring the Central Serengeti, where wide horizons and roaming wildlife offer endless opportunities for game viewing and photography. Your guide will tailor drives to follow animal movement patterns and maximize your chances of memorable wildlife encounters. Stop for a bush lunch before continuing into the late afternoon, returning to camp as dusk settles.

Venture northward into the Northern Serengeti, an area shaped by the rhythms of the Great Migration. Witness vast herds of wildebeest and zebras as they graze and travel across sweeping plains, drawing iconic predators in their wake. This region’s vast openness and dynamic wildlife movements create truly unforgettable safari experiences. Overnight near the park’s northern reaches.

After breakfast, drive toward the lush woodlands and floodplains of Lake Manyara National Park. Known for its remarkable birdlife, large troops of baboons, and the occasional tree-climbing lions, Manyara offers rich and varied game viewing along shaded tracks and open grasslands. Enjoy an afternoon drive and scenic picnic before settling at your lodge overlooking this tranquil landscape.

Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar, arriving on the pristine north-west coast at Kendwa Beach. Here the warm Indian Ocean waters and powder-white sands invite you to relax, unwind, and reflect on your safari experiences. Dinner and overnight take place at a beachfront resort, with optional sunset strolls along the shore.

Enjoy a leisurely morning on Kendwa’s serene shores before continuing to Paje Beach, a picturesque stretch known for its lagoon, kite surfing, and laid-back beach culture. Spend the day swimming, exploring coastal villages, or simply soaking up the sun by the sea. Inclusive beachfront dining and evening relaxation complete the day.

Today is yours to make the most of Zanzibar’s tropical charm. Optional activities include snorkeling excursions, spice farm tours, historical walks in Stone Town, or sunset dhow cruises along the coast. Return to your beachfront lodge for a final night overlooking the ocean.

After breakfast, enjoy your last moments on the beach before being transferred to the airport for your departure. Whether you’re headed home or onward to another destination, this day marks the culmination of an unforgettable blend of wilderness adventure and coastal bliss.