11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach

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  • Mid Range tour

    This mid range tour uses lodges and hotels.

  • Private tour

    This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

  • Can start any day

    If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

  • Can be customized

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  • For solo and group travelers

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  • Minimum age of 3 years

    The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.

Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach

Safari Overview

11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is a once-in-a-lifetime journey that combines thrilling wildlife adventures with serene beach relaxation. During this 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday, travelers explore Tanzania’s iconic national parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, where they can witness the Big Five and other unique wildlife.

On this 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday, each day is carefully planned to balance exciting game drives with comfortable lodge stays, ensuring an immersive yet relaxing experience. After the safari, the holiday continues with the ultimate escape to Zanzibar, making this 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday ideal for those who want adventure followed by beach tranquility.

Guests on the 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday also enjoy cultural encounters with local communities, giving them a deeper understanding of Tanzanian life. Every moment of this 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday has been crafted to provide seamless travel, unforgettable memories, and stunning scenery. By the end of the 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday, travelers leave with stories and experiences that will last a lifetime.

11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Itinerary Summary

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in JRO

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a Safari Peak representative and transferred to your accommodation at the Traditional Maasai Honeymoon Suite, Africa Amini Life, where you will relax and prepare for the adventures ahead. During this day, a Maasai guide will meet with you to describe various activities such as nature walking, donkey riding, sunset Maasai dancing, and arrow throwing. After the descriptions have been provided, you will be invited to choose the activity that interests you most, and it will be arranged according to your arrival time and the duration of your stay, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.

On the second day, after the chosen activities have been enjoyed, time will be spent at the lodge until later in the afternoon, when lunch will be served. Afterwards, you will be driven back to Karatu in preparation for the next adventures, where visits to other parks will be arranged and unlimited mileage game drives will be provided for a truly immersive safari experience.

After breakfast at your lodge, a short safari briefing will be provided by your driver guide before departure to Tarangire National Park. The journey will be taken along the Maasai steppe and through many villages until the Tarangire gate is reached. Known as the fifth largest national park in Tanzania, Tarangire lies at the base of the Great East African Rift Valley and is traversed by the Tarangire River, which flows north to south and, together with the southern swamp, serves as a permanent water source that becomes a refuge for countless animals during the dry season. A major highlight is the park’s large elephant population, along with sightings of the rare Great Kudu, Fringed-Eared Oryx, and Ash Stalling. In addition, herds of buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, warthog, hippos, giraffes, and numerous baboons and monkeys may also be spotted, while predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas are commonly found within the park. Furthermore, for bird watchers, Tarangire is regarded as a true paradise where over 400 bird species have been recorded, including ostrich, herons, secretary birds, and various migratory species. In the late afternoon, you will be driven to Marera Valley Lodge via the Great East African Rift Valley to enjoy a breathtaking sunset before dinner and an overnight stay are provided.

After breakfast, a scenic drive will be undertaken through Karatu’s lush farmlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where a stop will be made at the crater viewpoint for breathtaking photographs. The journey will then continue toward Serengeti National Park, with its iconic rolling plains, and a visit to a Maasai village will be included en route, where Maasai culture will be experienced through storytelling, interactive Q&A, and traditional songs and dances. Afterwards, an en-route game drive will be enjoyed as you proceed to Naabi Hills Gate for park check-in before heading toward the wildlife-rich Seronera area, sustained by the Seronera River, which attracts an abundance of animals year-round. A picnic lunch will be served at a kopje (rocky outcrop), followed by an afternoon game drive in search of the Wildebeest Migration. By sunset, arrival at your lodge will be arranged for dinner and evening relaxation.

On this day of your 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday , a full-day game drive in the Serengeti will be embarked upon, beginning early at 07:30 with a packed breakfast and lunch box provided. The early morning drive allows the cat family to be observed as they move cautiously through the mist, while nocturnal animals returning from their night of hunting may also be spotted. Lionesses may be seen organizing an ambush or feeding along the road. A break for breakfast in the bush will be taken before proceeding to the area where the Wildebeest Migration is concentrated. Much time will be spent watching the impressive herds, as well as the big cats and other wildlife, while a packed lunch will be enjoyed either in the bush or at one of the designated picnic sites. Throughout the day, thrilling animal interactions such as hunting, fighting, and feeding can be witnessed. Finally, the return drive to the camp will be arranged to coincide with or precede the stunning Serengeti sunset.

Start with the first rays of the sun at 08:00, decent 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a wonderful game drives. Supported by water from the highlands and enough fodder, this area is rich in wildlife which include herds of wildebeest, Giant African elephants, eland, zebra, warthog, buffalo and the rare black rhino. The so called big 5 which includes lion leopard, buffalo, black rhino & the African elephant can be spotted in this area in the course of one day of game drive. (Packed lunch will be served at the crater floor). Another big surprise in this picturesque crater is the denser population of predators which includes lion, cheetah, hyena, jackal and the ever mysterious leopard which require trained eye to spot. You will visit Lake Magadi a shallow alkaline lake which is among the water sources in the crater, some flamingos, hippos & other aquatic birds can be seen in this Lake. Game drives until afternoon, then start your way out & drive back to Lodge.

On this day after breakfast your guide will take you to Mto wa Mbu town to have some activities , You will experience Cultural tour of Mto wa Mbu Village tour – try banana beer , visit a traditional home , learning Makonde caving and finally have you will enjoy a home cooked meal the traditional way , Later afternoon drive back to Arusha Airport (ARK) for flying to Zanzibar.

Ultimate paradise awaits in tropical Zanzibar, where the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean and palm-fringed, white sandy beaches create a scene almost too beautiful to believe. Fresh coconut drinks can be purchased directly on the beach, while hours can be spent sunbathing, swimming, or sampling the island’s delicious cuisine. For those seeking more active experiences, the beach, ocean, and island can be explored at leisure, while sparkling beaches provide the perfect setting for relaxation. Additionally, a variety of water sports can be arranged at your resort or lodge, including diving, snorkeling, fishing, and many other exciting activities, ensuring that every moment on this magical island is unforgettable.

Today marks the final day of your 11 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday . After breakfast is served and enjoyed at the hotel, a transfer will be arranged to the airport or seaport, depending on your departure schedule. As you journey onward, you will be accompanied by treasured memories and photographs of your magical adventure, leaving you with lasting impressions of both Tanzania’s wild savannahs and Zanzibar’s idyllic beaches.

  • Park entry fees (Tarangire & Ngorongoro)
  • Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Flights (domestic Zanzibar–Arusha or international)
  • Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide
  • Accommodation (budget, mid-range, or luxury lodge in Karatu)
  • All meals as per itinerary (Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner)
  • Drinking water during the safari
  • Government taxes and levies
  •  International Flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for driver/guide
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Optional activities or extra accommodation before/after safari

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