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9-Day Relaxing in Zanzibar Beach & Wildlife Escape - Tanzania safari is a 9 Days tour in Tanzania via the Tanzania safari route, starting from USD 3780. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.
9 Days
Tanzania safari
USD 3780
Kitano Tours & Safaris
ABOUT 9-Day Relaxing in Zanzibar Beach & Wildlife Escape - Tanzania safari
Join a 9-day full-board safari with Heart of Africa Safari Tours to witness the Big Five and more in Tanzania’s wild landscapes. Based in Arusha, the tour includes a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, fridge, charging station, water, and window seats, plus a dedicated English-speaking guide and handpicked lodges. After the safari, you'll unwind on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches for the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
- Duration: 9 Days
- Route: Tanzania safari
- Starts at: USD 3780
Highlights for 9-Day Relaxing in Zanzibar Beach & Wildlife Escape - Tanzania safari
Day 1: ARK/JRO Airport - Arusha Town
Day 2: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Day 3-4: Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater
Day 6: Transfer to Arusha Airport & Flights to Zanzibar
Day 7: Stone Town Tour & Transfer to Beach
Day 8: Matemwe Beach
Day 9: Transfer to Zanzibar Airport
Itinerary Overview
| Day | Title |
|---|---|
| Day 01 | ARK/JRO Airport - Arusha Town |
| Day 02 | Arusha - Tarangire National Park |
| Day 03 | Serengeti National Park |
| Day 04 | Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater |
| Day 05 | Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater |
| Day 06 | Transfer to Arusha Airport & Flights to Zanzibar |
| Day 07 | Stone Town Tour & Transfer to Beach |
| Day 08 | Matemwe Beach |
Day 01: ARK/JRO Airport - Arusha Town
>> Transfer JRO – Arusha Town: 1 hour
Your private driver-guide will meet you at the airport when you arrive in Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Arusha (ARK), and then take you to your lodging in Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay before your safari departure the next day.
Your overnight stay will be at Heart of Africa Lodge, located near ARK airport.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 02: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
>> Transfer Arusha – Tarangire: 2 hours
Our Safari guide will pick you up from the lodge and drive to Tarangire National Park. This transit drive is approximately two and a half hours on good tarmac roads.
The park is named after the Tarangire River, which runs through it. This ‘river of warthogs’ is the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season. The park is well known for its elephant families, which can often be seen congregating by the river. You may also see giraffe, bushbuck, and hartebeest. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators, including lions and leopards. Lunch will be at a picnic site inside the park.
After your game drive, you will be transferred to your accommodation located in karatu village, where you will stop for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 03: Serengeti National Park
>> Transfer Karatu – Serengeti: 3 hours
You’ll leave for the Serengeti after breakfast. Lunch will be served to you in a convenient location within the park. Before you head to the camp, you will spend the remainder of the afternoon on a game drive. On the second day, you will go on a full-day game drive. The zebras, antelopes, and wildebeest herds that migrate through the Serengeti are well-known. Prepare to witness local predators, such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, all playing their part in the cycle of life.
Your overnight stay will be at Embalakai Serengeti Camp, located inside the central Serengeti.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 04: Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater
>> Transfer Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater: 2 hours
You'll rise early, enjoy breakfast, and head out with lunchboxes for a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, the Crater reveals a breathtaking hidden world of savannahs, acacia woodlands, lakes, and wetlands, all enclosed by volcanic walls. Formed by a massive volcanic collapse over two million years ago, it's one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries. The Crater hosts over 500 bird species and large populations of zebras, gazelles, wildebeest, and predators. It also offers one of the best chances to spot the rare black rhino in the wild. The descent into the Crater is an unforgettable part of the adventure, leading to one of the continent’s most stunning and wildlife-rich landscapes.
After exploring, you’ll be taken to a lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight rest.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 05: Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater
>> Following the completion of breakfast, it is permissible to engage in a period of relaxation at the lodge and, contingent upon the availability of time, partake in a brief excursion to the town of Karatu for shopping prior to the transfer to Arusha Airport. The subsequent flight to Zanzibar is scheduled to depart from Arusha Airport.
Upon your arrival at Zanzibar Airport, our designated driver will be present to facilitate your private transfer to your accommodation in Stone Town.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 06: Transfer to Arusha Airport & Flights to Zanzibar
>> Stone Town – Matemwe Beach: 1 hour
Following the morning meal, you'll embark on a comprehensive full-day tour of Stone Town, accompanied by our knowledgeable local guide.
Appreciate the narrow thoroughfares adorned with residential edifices that maintain their authentic Swahili-Omani architectural attributes. The intricately carved doorways signify these themes, characterized by metal studs, projecting balconies, and latticed fenestration. Nearby, one can observe both churches and mosques. The presence of churches is attributable to the colonial influence within the region, while the mosques were commissioned by the sultans of Zanzibar. Furthermore, you will explore additional captivating locales within the town.
Upon the conclusion of the day's scheduled activities, we will facilitate your transfer to your designated beach hotel.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 07: Stone Town Tour & Transfer to Beach
>> You can take your time in Zanzibar on this day. Make the most of your time at the resort and on the beach. You'll explore Zanzibar's top beaches, which all feature palm trees, turquoise waters, white sand, vibrant coral reefs, and breathtaking sunsets.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 08: Matemwe Beach
>> Before you leave the resort, take advantage of the final few hours.
Our service will end when we drop you off at the resort and take you to the Zanzibar Airport. You can make a stop in Stone Town to purchase mementos on your way back to Zanzibar International Airport.
- Time: 8 - 10 Hours
- Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Inclusions
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Exclusions
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)