Classic Tanzania: Serengeti Bush to Zanzibar Beach
"The ultimate first-time Tanzania adventure: track the Big Five in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, then fly directly to Zanzibar's white sandy shores."
About This African Adventure
Experience the quintessential Tanzanian journey combining the vast wild savannas of Northern Tanzania with the tranquil turquoise waters of Zanzibar. Begin in Arusha heading through the Great Rift Valley, descend into the lost world of Ngorongoro Crater, track predator prides across the boundless Serengeti plains, and conclude with warm tropical breezes, UNESCO Stone Town history, and spice island tranquility.
Key Wildlife Highlights
Complete Expedition Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Depart Arusha after breakfast for Tarangire, famous for monumental baobab trees and Tanzania's densest elephant herds. Full afternoon game drive.
Tarangire to Central Serengeti
Traverse the scenic Ngorongoro highlands and enter the boundless plains of the Serengeti with en-route predator tracking.
Full Day Serengeti Game Exploration
Dawn-to-dusk wildlife safari tracking lions, leopards, cheetahs, and massive migratory wildebeest and zebra columns.
Ngorongoro Crater Descent
Early morning descent 600 meters into the volcanic caldera to witness black rhinos, hippos, and dense lion prides in their natural sanctuary.
Bush Flight to Zanzibar & Stone Town
Transfer to airstrip for scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Transfer to your historic Stone Town boutique hotel for evening cultural strolls.
Spice Island Tour & Nungwi Beach
Morning spice plantation sensory tour and transfer north to the pristine powder-white sands and turquoise waters of Nungwi/Kendwa.
Zanzibar Relaxation & Departure
Spend a relaxing morning by the warm Indian Ocean before private transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
What Is Included
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and certified naturalist guide
- All National Park entrance fees, conservation permits & crater descent fees
- Domestic flight from Serengeti/Arusha bush to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
- Full-board safari lodge accommodations & half-board Zanzibar beach resort
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
- Unlimited bottled mineral water, coffee, and tea during game drives
Not Included
- International flights & entry visa fees
- Travel & medical evacuation insurance
- Alcoholic beverages & personal lodge purchases
- Tips & gratuities for driver-guide and hotel personnel
• Zero upfront payment required to submit dates
• Free date modifications up to 30 days before
• Guaranteed departure once dates are confirmed
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