Safari & Zanzibar Beach in Tanzania: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Zanzibar

Safari + Beach

11-Day Safari & Zanzibar Beach

The Safari & Zanzibar Beach is an 11-day island holiday in Tanzania covering Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and Zanzibar. Prices start from $2,900 per person for two or more sharing, with mid-range lodges, beach resort.

From

$2,900 pp

Length

11 days

Route

Serengeti › Ngorongoro › Tarangire › Zanzibar

Stay

Mid-range lodges, beach resort

Best time

Jun to Oct, Dec to Feb

Your route, day by day

Follow the route across Tanzania.

Seven days in the bush followed by four on Zanzibar's white sand, the classic Tanzania combination.

Start: SerengetiReal map of Tanzania

1Days 1-7

Northern safari

Tarangire, Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater with private game drives.

SerengetiNgorongoroTarangire
2Day 8

Fly to Zanzibar

Transfer to your beach resort and unwind.

Zanzibar
3Days 9-10

Beach and Stone Town

Swim, snorkel or walk the historic Stone Town.

Zanzibar
4Day 11

Departure

Transfer to the airport.

Know before you go

What you’ll find in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Zanzibar.

2.33°S, 34.83°E

Serengeti National Park

Tanzania's most famous savanna: endless plains, kopjes that lions use as lookouts and the stage for the annual wildebeest and zebra migration.

Wildlife & sights: Lions, leopards, cheetahs, spotted hyenas, elephants, giraffes and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra.
Best time: Year-round. Calving on the southern plains around Ndutu runs roughly January to March, the western corridor is active around May and June, and the north and Mara River are the focus from about July to October.
Guide tip: Where you sleep matters more than how long you stay: camps near the herds save hours of driving.

Explore Serengeti

3.17°S, 35.58°E

Ngorongoro Crater

A collapsed volcano about 19 km across whose floor holds grassland, a soda lake and forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where wildlife is easy to find.

Wildlife & sights: Black rhino (with luck), lions, buffalo, elephants, hippos, flamingos and large bull elephants.
Best time: Year-round. Dry months from June to October give the clearest roads; the green season brings fewer vehicles and newborn animals.
Guide tip: Go down early. The crater is busiest mid-morning and animals are most active at first light.

Explore Ngorongoro

3.85°S, 36.00°E

Tarangire National Park

Elephant country: ancient baobabs, a permanent river and some of the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania.

Wildlife & sights: Elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, leopards and more than 500 bird species.
Best time: The dry season from June to October concentrates animals along the Tarangire River; the green season is quieter and lush.
Guide tip: It is the easiest first park from Arusha, so it works well as an opening day.

Explore Tarangire

6.16°S, 39.19°E

Zanzibar

An Indian Ocean island of coral beaches and Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage old town of carved doors, spice markets and Swahili history.

Wildlife & sights: Stone Town walking tours, spice farms, dhow cruises, snorkelling and beach time.
Best time: June to October and December to February are drier; the long rains in April and May are the quietest months.
Guide tip: Ocean conditions affect marine trips, so keep one flexible day.

Explore Zanzibar

Highlights of this 11-day trip

Serengeti, Crater and Tarangire
Flight to Zanzibar included in planning
Stone Town and beach time

Your trip is planned by our Arusha-based team, who drive these roads every week. Dates, pace, lodges and extras can all be changed before you confirm, and your written quote lists every park fee and inclusion.

Starting price per person

$2,900

USD, two or more sharing, standard season. Final price depends on dates, group size and accommodation.

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Questions about this trip

How much does the Safari & Zanzibar Beach cost?

It starts from $2,900 per person for 11 days with two or more travellers sharing. The final price depends on your dates, group size and the accommodation you choose, and is confirmed in a written quote.

What is the best time to do the Safari & Zanzibar Beach?

Jun to Oct, Dec to Feb. Year-round. Calving on the southern plains around Ndutu runs roughly January to March, the western corridor is active around May and June, and the north and Mara River are the focus from about July to October.

How many days do I need for Serengeti and Ngorongoro?

This itinerary uses 11 days, which is enough to cover 4 key places without rushing the longest drives. Extra nights can be added at any stop.

Is this trip private?

Yes. You travel in your own 4x4 with a dedicated guide, so you set the pace for photography and rest. Group-departure options are available on request.

What will I see in Serengeti?

Tanzania's most famous savanna: endless plains, kopjes that lions use as lookouts and the stage for the annual wildebeest and zebra migration. Look for: Lions, leopards, cheetahs, spotted hyenas, elephants, giraffes and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra.

What will I see in Ngorongoro?

A collapsed volcano about 19 km across whose floor holds grassland, a soda lake and forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where wildlife is easy to find. Look for: Black rhino (with luck), lions, buffalo, elephants, hippos, flamingos and large bull elephants.