18-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday: A Complete Adventure Guide.

Experience the best of Tanzania on an unforgettable 18-day safari and Zanzibar beach holiday. Explore the iconic wildlife of the Serengeti, witness the wonders of the Ngorongoro Crater, discover diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife, then unwind on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar. This itinerary combines thrilling game drives, breathtaking scenery, cultural experiences and tropical relaxation into one memorable East African getaway.

18-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday.

18-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday Itinerary.

Day 1 – Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will be met by your safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After check-in, enjoy a relaxed evening and prepare for your safari adventure.

Overnight: Arusha.

Day 2 – Arusha National Park.

After breakfast, depart for Arusha National Park for a full-day safari. The park offers beautiful landscapes around Mount Meru, with opportunities to see giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, monkeys and a variety of bird species. Depending on the day’s arrangements, you may also enjoy a nature walk or canoeing experience.

Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight: Arusha.

Day 3 – Lake Manyara National Park.

After breakfast, drive towards Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive through the park, which is known for its diverse habitats, abundant birdlife, elephants, giraffes, hippos and, occasionally, tree-climbing lions.

Continue to your accommodation after the game drive for dinner and overnight.

Overnight: Lake Manyara/Karatu area.

Day 4 – Tarangire National Park.

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its impressive baobab trees, large elephant herds and wildlife gathered around the Tarangire River.

Enjoy a game drive through the park with opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and various predators.

Overnight: Tarangire area.

Day 5 – Full Day in Tarangire National Park.

Today is dedicated to exploring Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive across the park, giving you more time to discover its diverse wildlife and landscapes.

A picnic lunch will be enjoyed during the day’s safari before continuing with further game viewing.

Overnight: Tarangire area.

Day 6 – Tarangire to Central Serengeti.

After breakfast, begin your journey towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. The route passes through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the Serengeti.

Upon entering the park, enjoy game viewing along the way to your accommodation in the Central Serengeti, with opportunities to encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.

Overnight: Central Serengeti.

Day 7 – Full Day in Central Serengeti.

Spend a full day exploring the Central Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.

The area is renowned for its large concentration of wildlife and is an excellent place to search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest.

Overnight: Central Serengeti.

Day 8 – Full Day in Central Serengeti.

Another full day of safari in the Central Serengeti allows you to explore different areas of the park and follow wildlife activity.

Depending on the season, you may also encounter large herds of wildebeest and zebras as part of the Great Migration. Wildlife sightings are naturally dependent on the season and animal movements.

Overnight: Central Serengeti.

Day 9 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater.

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before driving towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater is home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and, with luck, black rhinos.

After exploring the crater, ascend to the crater rim and continue to your accommodation.

Overnight: Ngorongoro/Crater area.

Day 10 – Flight to Zanzibar.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar, included in the package price.

Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ), you will be met and transferred to your beach accommodation. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing by the beach or enjoying the facilities at your hotel.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Zanzibar Beach Stay.

Day 11 – Zanzibar.

Enjoy a relaxed day in Zanzibar. Spend the day at leisure on the beach, swimming in the Indian Ocean or enjoying the facilities at your hotel.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 12 – Zanzibar.

Enjoy another relaxing day on the island. You may choose to spend the day at the beach or arrange optional activities such as a Spice Farm Tour, Stone Town visit or other island excursions.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 13 – Zanzibar.

A free day to enjoy Zanzibar at your own pace. Relax on the beach, swim in the warm waters or enjoy optional water-based activities.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 14 – Zanzibar.

Continue your Zanzibar beach holiday with a relaxing day at your accommodation. Enjoy the tropical surroundings and beautiful Indian Ocean coastline.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 15 – Zanzibar.

Spend another day at leisure. You may relax at the beach or choose from optional excursions and activities available on the island.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 16 – Zanzibar.

Enjoy a final full day of relaxation in Zanzibar. Take time to enjoy the beach, hotel facilities and tropical atmosphere.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 17 – Zanzibar.

Your final full day in Zanzibar is free at leisure. Relax at the beach, enjoy a final swim in the Indian Ocean or take an optional excursion before preparing for your departure the following day.

Overnight: Zanzibar.

Day 18 – Departure from Zanzibar.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and enjoy your remaining free time depending on your international flight schedule.

You will then be transferred to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) for your outbound international flight home, marking the end of your 18-day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday.