8 Day Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Zanzibar Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.

Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or enjoy optional activities around the city including coffee tours, local market visits, or cultural experiences.

Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s famous northern safari circuit and offers beautiful scenery beneath Mount Meru.

Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for your upcoming safari adventure.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Gran Melia Arusha / Arusha Coffee Lodge
Mid-range: Mount Meru Hotel / Four Points by Sheraton Arusha
Budget: Planet Lodge
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Transfer to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and begin your journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park.

Drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands and conservation areas while enjoying views of traditional Maasai villages and endless savannah plains.

Upon arrival in Serengeti, enjoy your first exciting game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous antelope species.

The Serengeti is one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations and offers incredible safari experiences year-round.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Melia Serengeti Lodge
Mid-range: Serengeti Heritage Camp / Kati Kati Tented Camp
Budget: Serengeti Wild Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Full Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

Spend the entire day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.

Search for the Big Five and witness incredible wildlife interactions across the savannah landscape. Depending on the season, you may witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration as massive herds move across the plains in search of fresh grazing lands.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness surrounded by breathtaking African scenery and abundant wildlife.

Optional sunrise hot air balloon safaris are available for a unique aerial view of the Serengeti ecosystem.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Melia Serengeti Lodge
Mid-range: Serengeti Heritage Camp / Kati Kati Tented Camp
Budget: Serengeti Wild Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Along the way, continue spotting wildlife across the plains while enjoying the scenic beauty of northern Tanzania.

Arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater where breathtaking panoramic views await. Relax at your lodge while overlooking the magnificent crater landscape.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Melia Ngorongoro
Mid-range: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Farm House
Budget: Country Lodge Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular wildlife safari experience.

The crater is home to one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, zebras, wildebeests, and the endangered black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor while surrounded by incredible scenery and wildlife.

Later, return to Arusha in the evening for relaxation and overnight stay.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Gran Melia Arusha / Arusha Coffee Lodge
Mid-range: Mount Meru Hotel / Four Points by Sheraton Arusha
Budget: Planet Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Flight to Zanzibar – Stone Town & Beach Escape

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Zanzibar Island.

Upon arrival, explore the historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rich Swahili culture, Arab architecture, spice markets, and narrow winding streets.

Visit historical landmarks including the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and local markets before transferring to your beach resort.

Relax along Zanzibar’s beautiful coastline while enjoying the tropical island atmosphere.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Baraza Resort & Spa / Zuri Zanzibar
Mid-range: Zanzibar Bay Resort / Maru Maru Hotel
Budget: Tembo House Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 7: Zanzibar Beach Relaxation & Optional Activities

Spend a full day relaxing on Zanzibar’s stunning white sandy beaches surrounded by turquoise Indian Ocean waters.

Optional activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, spice tours, dolphin excursions, kayaking, dhow sailing trips, or visits to Jozani Forest.

Couples may enjoy romantic beach dinners, spa treatments, or sunset cruises while soaking in the beauty of the island.

This is the perfect opportunity to unwind after your wildlife safari adventure.

Accommodation and Meals
Luxury: Baraza Resort & Spa / Zuri Zanzibar
Mid-range: Zanzibar Bay Resort / Maru Maru Hotel
Budget: Tembo House Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 8: Departure from Zanzibar

Enjoy breakfast at your resort before transferring to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight.

Depending on your flight schedule, optional shopping or sightseeing may be arranged before departure.

Depart Tanzania with unforgettable memories of thrilling wildlife safaris, breathtaking landscapes, and tropical beach relaxation.

Accommodation and Meals
Meals: Breakfast