Best 10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar 2026/2027/2028

Day 1 – Arrival in Dar es Salaam
Arrive at Dar es Salaam Airport, where you will be welcomed by your professional guide and transferred to your hotel. Your Best 10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar 2026/2027/2028 begins with a short briefing about the journey ahead. This first day is set aside for rest and preparation, allowing you to relax after your flight and get ready for the safari experience. Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel in Dar es SalaamDay 2 – Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park
After breakfast, depart for Mikumi National Park, a drive of approximately 5–6 hours. The journey offers scenic views of the countryside and local villages. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive where you can spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. This marks the beginning of your wildlife adventure.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in MikumiDay 3 – Full Day in Mikumi National Park
Spend the day exploring Mikumi with full-day game drives. The park is known for its open plains and rich wildlife. You will have excellent opportunities to see animals in their natural habitat, as well as a variety of bird species across the park. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in MikumiDay 4 – Mikumi to Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, continue your journey to Ruaha National Park, one of Tanzania’s largest and most remote parks. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive through its rugged landscapes, where you can search for wildlife in a less crowded safari setting. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in RuahaDay 5 – Full Day in Ruaha National Park
Enjoy a full day of safari activities in Ruaha. The park is known for its large elephant herds and predators such as lions and leopards. You may also encounter buffalo, giraffes, and African wild dogs. The park’s remote setting offers opportunities to explore a less frequented part of Tanzania’s wilderness. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in RuahaDay 6 – Ruaha to Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, travel to Nyerere National Park, formerly part of the Selous Game Reserve, passing through varied landscapes and local communities. Upon arrival, you can relax at the lodge or take part in an optional activity, preparing for the next stage of your journey. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in NyerereDay 7 – Full Day in Nyerere National Park
Enjoy a full day of safari activities, including game drives and a boat safari along the Rufiji River. The river safari offers a different perspective of the park, with opportunities to observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species along the riverbanks. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge or camp in NyerereDay 8 – Morning Game Drive and Flight to Zanzibar
Start your day with an optional morning game drive before transferring to Dar es Salaam Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your beach resort, where the next part of your Best 10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar holiday begins. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Beach resort in ZanzibarDay 9 – Full Day in Zanzibar
Spend the day relaxing on the beach or enjoying optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, or cultural tours. You may also explore Stone Town, known for its historic streets, cultural heritage, and distinctive architecture. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Beach resort in ZanzibarDay 10 – Departure from Zanzibar
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your Best 10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar 2026/2027/2028. Meals: Breakfast

Best 10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar 2026/2027/2028 Inclusions

Park entrance fees for Mikumi, Ruaha, and Nyerere National Parks

Professional safari guide and driver

4x4 safari vehicle

Accommodation in lodges or camps and a Zanzibar beach resort

Meals as indicated in the itinerary

Boat safari in Nyerere National Park

Bottled water during the safari

Domestic flight to Zanzibar and airport transfers as specified in the package

Best 10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar 2026/2027/2028 Exclusions

International flights

Visa fees

Travel insurance

Personal expenses

Tips for the safari guide and other staff

Why Choose This 10-Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday?

This itinerary combines a southern Tanzania safari with a relaxing Zanzibar beach holiday. It offers a balanced journey through diverse wildlife habitats, remote landscapes, and the Indian Ocean coastline. During the safari, you will have opportunities to search for lions, leopards, elephants, hippos, giraffes, and zebras in their natural habitats. The boat safari along the Rufiji River adds a different perspective to your wildlife experience. In Zanzibar, you can relax on the beach, enjoy water-based activities, and explore cultural attractions such as Stone Town. This combination makes the itinerary suitable for travelers seeking wildlife viewing, relaxation, and cultural experiences within one holiday.