8 Days / 7 Nights Tanzania & Zanzibar Mid Range Safari Safari and Beach

8 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape

An Unforgettable 8-Day Mid Range Safari Experience in Tanzania & Zanzibar

Safari Overview & Highlights

Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Escape African safari and tropical island tourEmbark on an unforgettable 8-day Tanzania Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape, combining thrilling wildlife encounters with a relaxing tropical island retreat. Your adventure begins in Northern Tanzania, where you’ll explore some of the country’s most iconic safari destinations, including Tarangire National Park, the world-famous Serengeti National Park, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Experience spectacular game drives, witness diverse wildlife in their natural habitats, and enjoy the stunning landscapes that make Tanzania one of Africa’s premier safari destinations.

After your exciting safari adventure, fly to the beautiful island of Zanzibar for a well-deserved beach holiday. Spend your remaining days unwinding along Zanzibar’s pristine white-sand beaches, swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean, exploring the island’s rich culture and history, or simply relaxing under swaying palm trees. This carefully crafted itinerary offers the perfect balance between wildlife exploration and beach relaxation, creating an unforgettable Tanzanian bush-to-beach experience.

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Follow your complete day-to-day schedule, wildlife tracking routes, meal plans, and premier lodge stays for this 8-day East African expedition.

Day 1 Arrival & Scenic Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha and drive across the Maasai Steppe to Tarangire National Park, celebrated for its ancient baobab trees and enormous elephant populations. Enter the park and begin an afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River circuit, the permanent water source that draws wildlife from across the northern circuit.

Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge / Tarangire Safari Lodge / Maramboi Tented Camp Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 2 Full Day Exploring Tarangire National Park – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Full day in Tarangire National Park. Witness massive congregations of elephants digging for water in sandy riverbeds, flanked by herds of oryx, wildebeests, zebras, and impalas. Keep your eyes trained on the branches of grand acacia trees for Tarangire's famous tree-climbing lions and leopards. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch overlooking the river valley.

Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge / Tarangire Safari Lodge / Maramboi Tented Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 3 Transit Game Drive to Serengeti National Park

After a hearty breakfast at your lodge, depart for Serengeti National Park. Drive through the scenic highlands and enter the boundless golden plains of Serengeti National Park, "the place where the land moves on forever." Enjoy game viewing en route through the central Seronera Valley, home to large lion prides, cheetahs on the prowl, and sweeping herds of grazers. Arrive at your safari camp for sunset dinner around the campfire.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 4 Full Day Exploring Serengeti National Park – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Dedicate a full day to tracking the legendary wildlife of the Serengeti. Following the seasonal movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration or central predator territories, navigate through diverse ecosystems including riverine woodlands, open savannahs, and towering granite kopjes. Enjoy an open-air picnic lunch in the wild surrounded by untamed African wilderness.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 5 Transit Game Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater

After a hearty breakfast at your lodge, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater. Ascend the slopes of the ancient Ngorongoro volcanic massif into the mist-shrouded highlands. Take in panoramic vistas from the crater rim overlook, gazing 600 meters down onto the caldera floor below. Settle into your lodge perched on the rim or in the nearby Karatu coffee estates, preparing for tomorrow's descent.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 6 Full Day Exploring Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Descend 600 meters down steep forested crater walls into the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera. The crater floor is an enclosed wildlife paradise sheltering over 25,000 large mammals. Spend the day tracking the critically endangered black rhino, dense prides of black-maned lions, giant old-tusker elephants, and spotted hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool at Ngoitoktok Springs.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 7 Flight / Transfer to Zanzibar Island & Tropical Beaches – Tropical Coastline

Board your flight or transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar. Your private driver greets you and transfers you to your beachfront resort on the north coast (Nungwi / Kendwa) or historic Stone Town. Settle in, dip your toes in the warm turquoise Indian Ocean, and enjoy a tropical sunset seafood dinner overlooking the calm waves.

Accommodation: Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort / Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 8 Morning Beach Leisure & Departure Transfer (Zanzibar Island & Tropical Beaches)

Enjoy a leisurely tropical breakfast overlooking the azure ocean waves. Spend your final morning strolling the beach or shopping for handcrafts before your driver transfers you to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.

Accommodation: Drop-off at Airport or City Hotel Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch En Route

What's Included & Excluded

Included in Package

Exclusive transport in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and high-clearance suspension
Services of a professional, licensed English-speaking safari guide & driver
All national park conservation fees, concession fees, and government entry permits
Full-board accommodation at selected safari lodges and luxury tented camps as per itinerary
Daily game drives with unlimited mileage within statutory park hours
Unlimited chilled bottled mineral drinking water in the safari vehicle throughout the tour
AMREF Flying Doctors 24/7 Emergency Medical Evacuation Cover across East Africa
All government taxes, tourism development levies, and 18% VAT included
Complimentary airport meet-and-greet road transfers upon arrival and departure
Domestic flight / scheduled transfer to Zanzibar / coastal beach destination
Guided historical Stone Town walking tour and organic spice farm excursion

Excluded in Package

International and intercontinental airfares to and from East Africa
Tourist entry visa fees (Kenya ETA $35 / Tanzania Single Entry Visa $50-$100)
Comprehensive international travel, baggage, and medical cancellation insurance
Discretionary gratuities and tips for your safari driver-guide ($15–$25 per car per day) and lodge staff
Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne bush breakfast ($599 per person)
Optional cultural visits to Maasai or Hadzabe tribal villages ($30–$50 per person)
Premium alcoholic beverages, vintage wines, and personal laundry services at lodges
Personal expenses, telephone calls, souvenir shopping, and excess baggage fees