Ultimate Safari & Beach Combo

11 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach

5 days on Tanzania's iconic Northern Circuit safari and 5 days unwinding on Zanzibar's stunning beaches. Big Five game drives, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and turquoise Indian Ocean waters await.

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Your Journey

Day-by-Day Itinerary

11 days combining Tanzania's top safari parks with Zanzibar's finest beaches

🐘 Safari Part — 5 Days Tanzania Game Safari
01

Arrival in Arusha

Kilimanjaro Airport → Arusha
~50 km 1 hour

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha, the safari capital of East Africa.

Activities

  • Airport pickup
  • Relaxation at lodge
  • Optional Arusha city tour
Overnight: Arusha
Gran Meliá ArushaGran Meliá Arusha
Aya Sophia Wildlife VillaAya Sophia Wildlife Villa
02

Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Arusha → Tarangire
~120 km 2 hr 30 min

Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive.

Activities

  • Full-day game drive
  • Elephants and baobab trees
  • Sunset safari
Overnight: Tarangire
Nimali TarangireNimali Tarangire
Sanctuary Swala CampSanctuary Swala Camp
03

Tarangire → Serengeti National Park

Tarangire → Serengeti
~300 km 6–7 hours

Journey through the stunning Ngorongoro Highlands en route to the legendary Serengeti.

Activities

  • Scenic drive through Ngorongoro Highlands
  • Afternoon game drive in Serengeti
Overnight: Serengeti
Four Seasons Safari LodgeFour Seasons Safari Lodge
Grumeti Serengeti River LodgeGrumeti Serengeti River Lodge
04

Full Day Serengeti Safari

Serengeti National Park
Full day

A full day exploring the vast Serengeti plains. Search for the Big Five.

Activities

  • Early morning game drive
  • Big Five safari
  • Optional hot air balloon safari
Overnight: Serengeti (same lodge)
Four Seasons Safari LodgeFour Seasons Safari Lodge
Grumeti Serengeti River LodgeGrumeti Serengeti River Lodge
05

Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

Serengeti → Crater → Arusha
~330 km 7–8 hours total

Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Spot rhinos, hippos, and flamingos. Return to Arusha for overnight.

Activities

  • Crater game drive
  • Rhino sightings
  • Return to Arusha
Overnight: Arusha
Gran Meliá ArushaGran Meliá Arusha
Aya Sophia Wildlife VillaAya Sophia Wildlife Villa

* Upgrade to a crater-rim night: Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá or Ngorongoro Serena

🏝 Zanzibar Beach Safari — 5 Days
06

Flight to Zanzibar + Stone Town

Arusha → Zanzibar
~1 hr 20 min flight ~8 km

Fly from Arusha to Zanzibar and explore historic Stone Town. End the day with a magical sunset dhow cruise.

Activities

  • Stone Town tour
  • Forodhani Gardens
  • Sunset dhow cruise
Overnight: Stone Town
White Sand Luxury VillasWhite Sand Luxury Villas
Ycona Luxury ResortYcona Luxury Resort
07

Stone Town → Nungwi Beach

Stone Town → Nungwi
~60 km 1 hr 30 min

Nungwi is Zanzibar's most famous beach — calm water, easy swimming, and vibrant beach life.

Activities

  • Relax at Nungwi Beach
  • Swimming, turtle aquarium
  • Beach nightlife
Overnight: Nungwi Beach
White Sand Luxury VillasWhite Sand Luxury Villas
Ycona Luxury ResortYcona Luxury Resort
08

Nungwi → Kendwa → Matemwe

Nungwi → Kendwa → Matemwe
~48 km total ~1 hr 25 min total

Kendwa's sunset beach is breathtaking. Continue to Matemwe for Mnemba Atoll snorkeling and peaceful luxury.

Activities

  • Kendwa sunset beach
  • Mnemba Atoll snorkeling
  • Relaxation at Matemwe
Overnight: Matemwe Beach
White Sand Luxury VillasWhite Sand Luxury Villas
Ycona Luxury ResortYcona Luxury Resort
09

Matemwe → Paje Beach

Matemwe → Paje
~40 km 1 hour

Paje is Zanzibar's kitesurfing capital. Try kitesurfing, visit the Blue Lagoon, and explore trendy beach cafés.

Activities

  • Kitesurfing
  • Blue Lagoon trip
  • Beach cafés and nightlife
Overnight: Paje Beach
White Sand Luxury VillasWhite Sand Luxury Villas
Ycona Luxury ResortYcona Luxury Resort
10

Paje → Jambiani → Kizimkazi

Paje → Jambiani → Kizimkazi
~42 km total ~1 hr 15 min total

Explore Jambiani's village beach, then head to Kizimkazi for an unforgettable dolphin tour and snorkeling.

Activities

  • Village beach walk
  • Dolphin tour
  • Snorkeling
Overnight: Kizimkazi
White Sand Luxury VillasWhite Sand Luxury Villas
Ycona Luxury ResortYcona Luxury Resort
11

Departure Day

Kizimkazi → Zanzibar Airport
~50 km 1 hr 15 min

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your international departure.

Activities

  • Relaxed breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • International departure
End of Safari
Departure

11 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Combo

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Top‑End Luxury

$4,800/person

Standard Classic · 5★ · Private 4x4

Ultra‑Luxury VIP

$15,600/person

Elite Diamond Experience · Private everything

Ultra‑Luxury VVIP

Custom/quote

Tailor‑Made · Bespoke experience

Note: Top-End Luxury and Ultra-Luxury packages include the premium amenities and services listed above, subject to availability at the selected property.

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