10-Day Tanzania & Zanzibar Experience
THE ULTIMATE BUSH TO BEACH JOURNEY

Tanzania & Zanzibar

The ultimate combination of intense wilderness exploration and tropical ocean tranquility. Track the legendary Big Five across the northern plains and volcanic craters, enjoy an active cycling safari on the Rift Valley floor, and fly straight to the spice-scented coastlines of Zanzibar.

EXPEDITION ROUTE Arusha • Tarangire • Serengeti • Ngorongoro Crater • Manyara Cycling • Zanzibar Island
LOGISTICAL TRANSITION Includes domestic flight from Arusha Airport (ARK) straight to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) on Day 7
DAY 1 • KILIMANJARO AIRPORT TO ARUSHA

Welcome To Tanzania

Meet your safari representative at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha. Relax at the lodge and prepare for your safari.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Njiro Legacy
INCLUDED MEALS Dinner
DAY 2 • ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

Elephants & Baobabs

After breakfast, travel to Tarangire. Enjoy a game drive through the park's diverse landscapes. Look for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, impala, warthogs and predators.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Baghayo Suites
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 3 • TARANGIRE TO CENTRAL SERENGETI

Into The Endless Plains

Travel towards Serengeti. Upon entering the park, begin your game drive and enjoy the opportunity to see wildlife along the way.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Baobab Lodge
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 4 • FULL-DAY CENTRAL SERENGETI

Wildlife Without Rushing

Spend the entire day exploring central Serengeti. Search for predators and herbivore herds while enjoying the dramatic scenery of the plains and kopjes.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Baobab Lodge
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 5 • CENTRAL SERENGETI TO NGORONGORO AREA

Leaving The Plains For The Highlands

After breakfast, leave central Serengeti and travel towards the Ngorongoro area. Enjoy game viewing along the route and gradually enter the cooler highland environment. The crater experience will follow the next day.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Angata Lodge
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 6 • NGORONGORO CRATER TO ARUSHA

The Big Five Crater Experience

After breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the crater floor and search for lions, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, hippos, elephants, gazelles and hyenas. With luck, you may encounter black rhinoceros. After the crater experience, continue towards Arusha.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Baghayo Suites
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 7 • LAKE MANYARA CYCLING, ARUSHA AIRPORT TO ZANZIBAR

From The Safari Wilderness To The Indian Ocean

After breakfast, travel to the Manyara area for your cycling experience. Enjoy cycling through beautiful landscapes and local surroundings while experiencing Tanzania from a more active perspective.

After the activity, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your Zanzibar accommodation and relax.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Zanzibar Resort (TBC)
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 8 • ZANZIBAR ISLAND

Beaches, Swahili Culture & Tropical Beauty

Enjoy your first full day on Zanzibar. Depending on your interests, you can spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring the island's cultural and marine attractions. Possible experiences include Stone Town, spice farms, snorkeling, sandbank excursions, dhow sailing and other island activities.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Zanzibar Resort (TBC)
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Dinner
DAY 9 • ZANZIBAR ISLAND

Your Island, Your Pace

Enjoy another full day in Zanzibar. This day can remain flexible so guests can choose between relaxation and adventure. Spend time on the beach, explore local culture, enjoy a marine excursion or simply relax and enjoy the tropical surroundings.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT Zanzibar Resort (TBC)
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast • Dinner
DAY 10 • ZANZIBAR DEPARTURE

Farewell To Tanzania

Enjoy your final breakfast in Zanzibar. Depending on your flight time, you may have free time for relaxation or last-minute shopping before your transfer to the airport. Your Tanzania and Zanzibar experience comes to an end, combining unforgettable wildlife, spectacular landscapes, local culture and the beauty of the Indian Ocean.

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FINAL ARRIVAL LOCATION Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast
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