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12 Day itinerary in Tanzania, Africa

Family Bush and Beach Safari in Tanzania

Our Family Bush & Beach safari offers moments of delight for family members of all ages! With our own families in mind, we have designed the ideal holiday for you and yours. The excitement of the adventure is truly shared, allowing parents, grandparents and children to treasure memories forever afte... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

Tour Guide, Driver as a Guide

starting point

Arusha

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Meet local people

Outdoors & Nature

Classic Sights

Beach & Sea

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Visit Tarangire National Park, a sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population

2

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater and marvel at all the wildlife that lives within the crater walls

3

Discover the Serengeti National Park and be staggered by the scale of the great wildebeest migration

4

Enjoy for four full days the beautiful island paradise of Zanzibar

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Airport Transfer

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) you will be met and transferred to Arusha to recover from your journey and, if you’re lucky, to catch a glimpse of the spectacular Mount Meru which rises from the clouds above town.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 2

place Arusha to Tarangire National Park

This morning you will travel from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, taking approximately 2-3 hours. Tarangire is a sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah and up to six thousand elephants. Enjoy your afternoon game drive.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: Camping
Day 3

place Tarangire National Park

Today you have a full day to further explore Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is surprisingly large with an incredible diversity of landscapes and vegetation. Many people are blown away by its beauty. A day spent discovering all the peacefulanimal hiding spots our guides know so well, will never be regretted!

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: Camping
Day 4

place Transfer to Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro

This morning after breakfast you will be traveling for approximately one hour to Lake Manyara National Park. Spend the afternoon on a game drive of in Manyara, described as one of the hidden gems of Tanzania. This park is famous for its tree climbing lions and large herds of elephants, which are not shy to come straight up to the vehicle. After your game drive travel the short distance, taking approximately 2 hours to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: Camping
Day 5

place Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Today you will journey into the heart of this wondrous crater. Spend the full day within the crater floor. Ngorongoro is unique in that almost all the wildlife lives within the crater walls, hence you have the opportunity to find game easily. Rhino in particular can be seen regularly, as well as prides of lion and other predators like cheetah.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: Camping
Day 6

place Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Begin your journey from Ngorongoro to Serengeti, taking approximately four hours. On route you have the opportunity to stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most amazing archeological sites in the world. The Serengeti is home to millions of wildebeest during the migration and over the huge flat plains you are likely to find lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena and many other small predators. Enjoy a game drive on the way to your camp and the experience of sleeping in the middle of the Serengeti.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: Camping
Day 7

place Explore Serengeti National Park

Today you have a full day to explore the Serengeti. Break the day into morning and afternoon game drives or take a picnic lunch for a full day. Your guide will choose the best wildlife viewing locations for the time of year. Spend time at the hippo pool, watching these enormous animals laze about in the cool water alongside the crocodiles, watch a lion stalking its prey or be staggered by the scale of the great wildebeest migration. Journey from wide, open plains to the kopjes, volcanic rocky outcrops that provide protection and shelter for a wide variety of animals. This diverse and interesting landscape will provide you with the ultimate in game viewing.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: Camping
Day 8

place Flight to Zanzibar

This morning you will be transferred to the Seronera airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar, flying via Arusha. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel to relax and soak up the sea air!

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 9

place Free Day in Zanzibar

You now have four full days to enjoy this beautiful island paradise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 10

place Free Day in Zanzibar

Enjoy activities (not included) such as snorkeling or scuba diving; exploring the history and architecture of Stone Town; kite-surfing; swimming with dolphins; a spice tour, dhow sailing or relaxing on the beach.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 11

place Free Day in Zanzibar

Our Zanzibar extension can be as active or relaxing as you like. On your last free day, you can arrange all kind of activities through your hotel. (Not included)

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Camping Accommodation: 3* Hotel
Day 12

place Zanzibar Airport Transfer

Today you will be transferred back to Zanzibar International Airport in time for your flight.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • 3* Hotel
  • Camping

Meals expand_less

  • Lunch (11)
  • Dinner (11)
  • Breakfast (11)

Transport expand_less

  • All game drives
  • Vehicle
  • Airport transfers
  • One-way flight from Tanzania Mainland to Zanzibar

Extras expand_less

  • Park entry fees
  • All food and drinking water
  • 18% VAT tax
  • 1 pair of binoculars

Not Included expand_less

  • Tipping for your driver/guide
  • Tipping for your cook
  • Visas, vaccinations and personal expenses
  • Activities in Zanzibar
  • Drinks unless stated in the itinerary

About Simbo

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Expertise: 

Cycling

Kayaking

Hiking

Rafting

Snorkeling/Diving

Visit markets

Meet local people

Indigenous culture

Wellness retreat

Travel with Purpose

Outdoors & Nature

Beach & Sea

Simbo Natai was born and raised on the foothills of Kilimanjaro. He attended Tourism College, where he discovered his love for African wildlife. He started in the industry as a guide, climbing Kilimanjaro before specialising as a safari guide.

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