Unforgettable 9 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday 2026, 2027 & 2028
Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your unforgettable 9 days Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After meeting your professional safari guide, depart for Tarangire National Park.Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive across the park's beautiful landscapes. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. You may spot lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and several antelope species.Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive before continuing your wildlife exploration. Later, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Karatu
Day 2 – Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive across its remarkable wildlife habitat.The crater is home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and many other wildlife species. You will also have an opportunity to search for the endangered black rhinoceros.Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater as you continue exploring this unique ecosystem. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or camp in Karatu
Day 3 – Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy scenic views of the highlands as you travel towards the famous Serengeti plains.Upon arrival, begin your game drive in search of the park's remarkable wildlife. Serengeti is known for its large populations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and wildebeest.Depending on the season, you may also encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration. Continue with your game drive before proceeding to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Day 4 – Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy a full day exploring Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, head out for extensive game drives across the endless plains, searching for wildlife and observing animals in their natural habitats.Serengeti offers excellent opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest. Your guide will help you explore different areas of the park depending on wildlife movements and seasonal conditions.Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive. In the afternoon, continue your Serengeti safari before returning to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.This full day in Serengeti is one of the main highlights of your unforgettable 9 days Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Day 5 – Morning Game Drive in Serengeti and Flight to Zanzibar
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. This is a good opportunity to search for predators and other wildlife when many animals are active.After breakfast, transfer to the Seronera Airstrip or another suitable airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Depending on the flight time, a picnic lunch may be arranged.Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your beach resort. The next part of your Unforgettable 9 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday begins with time to relax along the Indian Ocean coast.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar
Day 6 – Full Day Relaxing in Zanzibar
Spend the day enjoying Zanzibar's beautiful beaches and warm Indian Ocean waters. You can relax at your beach resort, swim, or take a peaceful walk along the coastline.For additional experiences, you may choose optional activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, or a traditional dhow cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar
Day 7 – Zanzibar Stone Town and Spice Tour
After breakfast, enjoy an optional guided excursion to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its historic streets, traditional markets, and remarkable architecture while learning about Zanzibar's rich cultural heritage.You can also visit a local spice farm to discover the island's famous cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and other tropical spices. Later, return to your beach resort and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar
Day 8 – Zanzibar Beach and Optional Water Activities
Enjoy another relaxing day in Zanzibar. Spend your time at the beach or choose from several optional island activities.You may enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, a sandbank excursion, or a dhow sailing experience. Alternatively, relax at your resort and enjoy the peaceful coastal atmosphere.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar
Day 9 – Departure from Zanzibar
After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on your flight schedule. Later, you will be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight.This marks the end of your unforgettable 9 days Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday 2026, 2027 & 2028, combining five days of wildlife exploration in Northern Tanzania with four days of beach relaxation in Zanzibar.
Meals: Breakfast
Unforgettable 9 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday 2026, 2027 & 2028 Inclusions
- Park entrance fees for Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Serengeti National Park
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Game drives in Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti
- Full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation in safari lodges or tented camps
- Four nights of accommodation in a Zanzibar beach resort
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Domestic flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar, subject to availability
- Airport and airstrip transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
unforgettable 9 days Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday 2026, 2027 & 2028 Exclusions
- International flights to and from Tanzania
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Zanzibar infrastructure tax and applicable tourism levies, where not included in the package
- Optional activities in Zanzibar
- Personal expenses, including laundry and additional drinks
- Tips for the safari guide, hotel staff, and other service providers
Why Choose This Unforgettable 9 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday?
The unforgettable 9 days Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday combines five days of wildlife exploration in Northern Tanzania with four days of relaxation on Zanzibar's tropical beaches. It is an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience Tanzania's famous national parks and the Indian Ocean in one holiday.During the safari, you will visit Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park. These destinations offer opportunities to see elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many other wildlife species. You will also enjoy a full day in Serengeti, giving you more time to explore its vast plains and search for the Great Wildebeest Migration, depending on the season.After your Northern Tanzania safari, fly to Zanzibar for four days of beach relaxation. Enjoy the white-sand beaches, warm ocean waters, and optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, Stone Town tours, and spice farm visits.Whether you are planning a honeymoon, family holiday, or an African adventure, this unforgettable 9 days Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday offers a balanced combination of wildlife, nature, culture, and coastal relaxation.
