Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your professional safari guide for a private transfer to Greenside Hotel. After check-in, relax and recover from your journey or explore Arusha’s cultural and artistic heritage. In the evening, enjoy a detailed safari briefing outlining logistics, safety, and wildlife expectations. This day officially marks the beginning of your 12 day tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Greenside Hotel
Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich biodiversity. Enjoy an extensive game drive along the Tarangire River ecosystem, where wildlife congregates year-round. Lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and diverse birdlife are commonly sighted. The day continues your immersive 12 day tanzania safari experience.
Accommodation: Jungle Pearl Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Following breakfast, travel toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, proceed directly for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, wildebeest, and zebras. The scale and wildlife density of the Serengeti define this stage of your 12 day tanzania safari, offering exceptional photographic opportunities.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sound of Silence
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin with an early morning game drive when predators are most active. Witness the rhythm of life on the Serengeti plains as wildlife moves across open savannahs and water sources. After a midday rest, enjoy a late-afternoon safari focusing on rivers and waterholes. This full-day exploration deepens the wildlife immersion central to your 12 day tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sound of Silence
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Optional early-morning hot air balloon safari offers a unique aerial perspective of the Serengeti ecosystem, followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Continue with game viewing before departing for Ngorongoro, stopping at Olduvai Gorge to learn about early human history. This day seamlessly blends wildlife, archaeology, and landscapes within your 12 day tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the Big Five, including the rare black rhino. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, visit a Maasai village to experience traditional lifestyles, dances, and crafts. Cultural depth and biodiversity define this day of your 12 day tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, proceed to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush groundwater forests. Enjoy a guided game drive through varied ecosystems before returning to Arusha in the afternoon. This marks the conclusion of the safari portion of your 12 day tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Greenside Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast at Greenside Hotel, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar Island, Tanzania’s tropical paradise. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your beachfront lodge, where you can relax on white sandy beaches and enjoy the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Spend the afternoon strolling along the coast, swimming, or simply unwinding in a serene tropical setting. This day provides a perfect post-safari retreat, combining Zanzibar beaches, Indian Ocean relaxation, and comfortable accommodations, offering travelers a seamless transition from the Northern Tanzania wildlife safari to island leisure and rejuvenation.

Accommodation: My Blue Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to Nungwi Village, Zanzibar’s northern gem known for pristine white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant marine life. Explore the village, observe traditional dhows being built, or relax on the shore. Swim, snorkel, or sunbathe while enjoying the stunning Indian Ocean scenery. Overnight at Nungwi Beach Lodge, offering comfortable accommodations with direct beach access.

Accommodation: My blue hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast at your Nungwi lodge, take a boat transfer to Mnemba Atoll, Zanzibar’s premier snorkeling and diving destination. On the way, enjoy dolphin watching in the turquoise Indian Ocean waters. At the atoll, swim among colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, and sea turtles, or relax on pristine beaches. Return by boat to your beachfront lodge for overnight. This day highlights Zanzibar snorkeling, Mnemba Atoll, dolphin encounters, Indian Ocean adventures, and tropical island experiences, offering unforgettable marine and wildlife experiences.

Accommodation: Marumaru Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, visit a Zanzibar spice plantation, where you can learn about, smell, and taste exotic spices such as cloves, cinnamon, and vanilla, and even enjoy aromatic dishes prepared with fresh spices. Continue to historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, exploring narrow streets, Arab architecture, and bustling local markets. In the evening, stroll to Forodhani Gardens to experience the vibrant Zanzibar street food scene, lively atmosphere, and delicious local delicacies. This day highlights Zanzibar spice tours, cultural experiences, Stone Town sightseeing, and culinary adventures, offering an authentic island experience.

Accommodation: Marumaru lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast at Marumaru lodge, enjoy a final stroll along the pristine beaches or relax by the sea. Check out and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure, concluding your 12-day Tanzania safari and Zanzibar adventure. Reflect on private safaris, authentic cultural experiences, Maasai visits, and aromatic culinary adventures. This final day offers a smooth departure while leaving lasting memories of Tanzania wildlife, cultural immersion, and tropical island experiences.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch