14-Day, the Best Taste of Wildlife and Zanzibar Island

After breakfast, you begin your safari with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast herds of elephants, towering baobab trees, and seasonal swamps. Enjoy a thrilling game drive through the park, where you may spot lions, giraffes, wildebeests, and a variety of birdlife. In the late afternoon, you head to your lodge near Lake Manyara or in Karatu for overnight.

Depart early from Karatu and drive through Ngorongoro and Central Serengeti toward the northern plains. Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way and arrive in the northern Serengeti by late afternoon for a short game drive before checking in. This region is known for its dramatic river crossings during the Great Migration.

Spend the entire day exploring the northern Serengeti, focusing on the Mara River area where the Great Migration herds often gather. Witness thrilling river crossings, predators on the hunt, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy picnic lunch in the wild and continue your game drives through the scenic savannah until late afternoon.

After breakfast, depart the northern Serengeti and enjoy a game drive and route to the central region. The journey offers great wildlife viewing along the way, including big cats, elephants, and diverse birdlife. Arrive in Central Serengeti by afternoon and settle in before enjoying an evening game drive.

Spend the day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of Central Serengeti, known for its year-round predator activity and large herds of herbivores. Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives with a picnic lunch in between. Keep an eye out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and possibly a wildlife kill in action.

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Central Serengeti, capturing the last moments of your safari adventure. After breakfast, begin your long drive back to Arusha crossing around ngorongoro highlands with wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive in the early evening.

Soon after breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you’ll be driven to your beach hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day relaxing by the ocean, enjoying the white sand beaches and warm Indian Ocean breeze.

Unwind on soft white-sand beaches with the sound of the ocean breeze and turquoise waves. Enjoy optional activities like snorkeling, dhow cruises, beach walks, or simply relaxing under the sun with fresh coconut juice. It’s the perfect way to end your journey in total peace and tropical beauty.

Today you’ll explore Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar. A local guide will take you through its maze-like alleys, old mosques, coral stone buildings, and vibrant markets. You’ll visit landmarks such as the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, and the site of the former slave market, gaining insight into Zanzibar’s Swahili and Arabic heritage.

Today you'll experience the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon on the southeast coast of Zanzibar. This excursion includes snorkeling in the lagoon, dhow sailing, and a seafood lunch on a remote beach. You may also have the chance to spot dolphins and enjoy beach time in one of the most pristine corners of the island.

Spend a peaceful day on the beach soaking in the ocean breeze. Paddle through calm waters by kayak for scenic views, or capture unforgettable moments through photography and videography as the golden sun lights up the shoreline. A perfect blend of adventure and creativity in a tropical paradise.

Set out in the morning on a boat trip to Nakupenda Sandbank. Spend your day swimming in clear turquoise waters, snorkeling around coral reefs, and enjoying a fresh seafood BBQ lunch on the sand. After relaxing at the beach, return to your hotel to freshen up, then enjoy a traditional dhow cruise along the coast as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.

Depending on your international flight schedule, enjoy some leisure time at the beach or head back into Stone Town for final souvenir shopping. Your driver will transfer you to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania and Zanzibar adventure.