Tanzania Beyond Safari
Safari to Zanzibar
Safari, then the Indian Ocean
Five northern safari days, then a flight to Zanzibar for three beach nights.
International visitors From $335 pp / night From $2,345 pp (7 nights)
The story of this trip
The photograph everyone wants is of a lion, but the week people remember often ends on the Indian Ocean. We plan the safari properly, with Tarangire, a night in the Serengeti and the crater, and then you fly. The beach hotel matches the class of your camps, so both halves of the trip have the same standard of care. Spice tours and diving cost extra.
What this safari is for
- A safari on the northern circuit
- A night in the Serengeti, not a day trip
- The Ngorongoro Crater
- A flight to Zanzibar
- Three beach nights
Route map
Route
From Arusha to Zanzibar.
Start: Arusha End: Zanzibar
Tanzania
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Start Arusha (Start)
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Tarangire National Park (Day 2) Land Cruiser
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Serengeti (Day 3) Land Cruiser
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Ngorongoro Crater (Day 5) Land Cruiser
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End Zanzibar (Day 5) Flight
Day by day
This is a working route. We confirm the camps and pace on your quote, within 24 hours.
Arrive in Arusha
Spend this night in Arusha even if you land at noon, because a safari starts better after a good night’s sleep.
Tarangire
You spend the afternoon in the park and sleep nearby.
Into the Serengeti
We do not go down into the crater today. You want a proper night in the Serengeti, not just a quick visit.
Serengeti
We stay in the central Serengeti unless your dates need a seasonal camp. A balloon flight costs extra.
Ngorongoro Crater, then fly to Zanzibar
Seeing the crater and flying to Zanzibar on the same day only works with a suitable flight. If there is not one, we add a night in Arusha. We will not promise a connection that does not exist.
Zanzibar beach
There is nothing to do today, and that is the point.
Zanzibar
We quote these if you want them: a spice tour, a visit to Stone Town or snorkelling.
Depart Zanzibar
Zanzibar airport (ZNZ) has good connections. If you prefer carved doors to coral reef, Stone Town can replace one beach night. Tell us when you ask for your quote.
What’s included
- Park and conservation fees, as set out on your quote
- Private 4×4 with pop-up roof and driver-guide
- Lodges or camps in your chosen class, named on your written quote
- Meals on safari, as provided by the camp or lodge
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Airport meet-and-greet, as set out on your quote
- Domestic flight from your safari to Zanzibar, as quoted
- Beach hotel and breakfast (half-board on request)
What’s not included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Drinks at lodges and camps
- Hot-air balloon safari
- Tips for guides and camp staff
- Travel insurance (you arrange it; we recommend it on every safari, and it is required for Kilimanjaro). We can add a medical policy to your quote on request
- Laundry
- Zanzibar spice tour, Stone Town guide, diving and snorkelling at Mnemba
When to travel
June to October for safari plus beach. January and February are also strong. April and May are cheaper and wetter on both sides of the country.
Why this route
Eight days is the shortest bush-and-beach trip that still keeps your last safari morning. You fly to Zanzibar.
Request a quote
From $335 pp / night. Season, lodge class and group size determine the final price. Or book and pay a deposit.
Not sure this is the right trip?
Tell us your dates and who is travelling and we will adjust this route or suggest a better fit. We reply within 24 hours.
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