14-Day Tanzania Wilderness & Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Arrival - Arusha⌄

   Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your personal safari guide will greet you with a warm Tanzanian welcome. You’ll be assisted with visa formalities and transferred to your lodge in Arusha, a peaceful base beneath the shadow of Mount Meru. Settle in, enjoy a delicious dinner, and prepare for the adventure ahead.

   Meals: Dinner

   Overnight: Acacia Retreat Lodge

2. 2Lake Manyara National Park⌄

   After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive through lush forests, open plains, and the lakeshore, home to elephants, hippos, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. A hot picnic lunch is served with panoramic views before continuing your game drive. Return to your lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Kitela Lodge

3. 3Ngorongoro Crater Adventure⌄

   Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest intact caldera. Witness an astonishing concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a bush lunch at the crater floor before returning to your camp for sunset and a hearty dinner.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Naserian Safari Camp

4. 4Empakai Crater Hike⌄

   Today offers a unique off-the-beaten-path experience. Journey to the Empakai Crater for a guided hiking adventure with an armed ranger. Marvel at breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley, meet local Maasai communities, and explore the crater’s emerald lake often dotted with flamingos. Return to camp in the afternoon for relaxation and storytelling by the fire.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Naserian Safari Camp

5. 5Journey to the Serengeti⌄

   After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area into the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game drives en route, spotting giraffes, elephants, and predators lurking in the tall grass. Arrive at your eco-luxury lodge in the Seronera region for dinner and overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Olkarien Eco Safari Lodge

6. 6Serengeti Exploration⌄

   Spend a full day exploring the central Serengeti — the heart of the park’s wildlife action. Follow the Great Migration herds (seasonal), and witness lions lounging on kopjes or cheetahs hunting on the plains. Your guide will find the best viewing spots for incredible photography moments.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Olkarien Eco Safari Lodge

7. 7More Serengeti Safari⌄

   Enjoy a sunrise game drive when predators are most active, followed by breakfast in the bush. Spend the rest of the day exploring new corners of the park from hippo pools to acacia woodlands teeming with birdlife. Return to camp for a romantic sundowner and dinner under the stars.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Olkarien Eco Safari Lodge

8. 8Serengeti to Karatu⌄

   After breakfast, enjoy one last morning game drive as you exit the Serengeti. You’ll drive back toward the Karatu Highlands with a scenic stop for lunch. Arrive at your charming coffee-plantation lodge for a cozy evening surrounded by gardens and mountain air.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Kitela Lodge

9. 9Tarangire National Park⌄

   Today you’ll visit Tarangire National Park, famous for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy game drives along the Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline where lions, giraffes, and wildebeests gather. Later, unwind at your tented camp overlooking the rolling savannah.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Serian Tarangire Camp

10. 10Fly to Zanzibar – Stone Town Tour⌄

    After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you’ll explore the UNESCO-listed Stone Town, a fascinating mix of African, Arab, Indian, and European influences. Stroll through spice markets, visit the Old Fort, and enjoy sunset by the sea before relaxing at your boutique hotel.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Spice Tree by Turaco

11. 11Zanzibar Beach Escape⌄

    After breakfast, transfer to Nungwi Beach in northern Zanzibar, famous for its soft white sand and turquoise waters. Spend your day at leisure swimming, snorkeling, or simply unwinding at your luxury beachfront resort.

    Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

    Overnight: Turaco Nungwi Resort

12. 12Zanzibar at Leisure⌄

    Relax or choose from optional activities such as diving, sunset dhow sailing, or visiting a spice plantation. In the evening, enjoy a romantic dinner by the ocean.

    Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

    Overnight: Turaco Nungwi Resort

13. 13Zanzibar Relaxation & Farewell Dinner⌄

    Spend your final full day soaking in Zanzibar’s magic. Relax by the beach or enjoy a spa session. Celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner under swaying palms and a starlit sky.

    Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

    Overnight: Turaco Nungwi Resort

14. 14Departure⌄

    Enjoy breakfast at your resort, then transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight. Additional nights or airport transfers can be arranged on request.

    Meals: Breakfast