Tanzania Bush to Beach: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar
Predator Plains & The Exotic Turquoise Waters of the Spice Island
Safari Overview
The dream East African holiday combining Tanzania's premier wildlife theatres with the turquoise Indian Ocean paradise of Zanzibar. Spend four thrilling days tracking the Big Five and Great Migration in Serengeti and Ngorongoro, then fly directly to Zanzibar for tropical relaxation, spice tours, and dhow sunset sailing.
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater
Depart Arusha and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for an afternoon of black rhino, lion, and hippo tracking.
Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park
Drive across the Malanja depression onto the sweeping Serengeti plains with afternoon predator tracking.
Full Day in the Heart of the Serengeti
Full day tracking wildebeest migration herds, cheetah coalitions, and tree-climbing lions.
Serengeti Bush Flight to Zanzibar Island
Morning game drive to Seronera Airstrip. Board your light aircraft flight over Mount Kilimanjaro directly to Zanzibar. Transfer to your beachfront resort in Nungwi.
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation & Mnemba Snorkeling
Day of pure leisure. Relax on powder-white sands or embark on an optional boat trip to Mnemba Atoll to snorkel with wild dolphins and sea turtles.
Spice Tour & Historic Stone Town Exploration
Guided walking tour through the labyrinthine alleys of Stone Town, visiting the House of Wonders, Old Fort, and fragrant clove and vanilla spice plantations.
Tropical Bliss & Sunset Dhow Sail
Enjoy water sports, kayaking, and an unforgettable evening aboard a traditional wooden dhow sailboat with sundowner drinks as the sun slips into the Indian Ocean.
Farewell Zanzibar & Airport Transfer
Leisurely breakfast overlooking the turquoise water, check out, and transfer to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your departure flight.
What’s Included & Excluded
- ✓Custom 4x4 Land Cruiser on safari with professional guide
- ✓All park fees for Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti
- ✓Domestic flight ticket from Serengeti to Zanzibar Island
- ✓3 nights safari luxury camps + 4 nights 5-star beachfront resort in Zanzibar
- ✓Full board on safari, half board at beach resort, airport transfers
- ✕International flights and Tanzania visa
- ✕Zanzibar infrastructure tax ($5 per night paid directly to hotel)
- ✕Gratuities and personal purchases
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