9 DaysTanzania Safari

The 9 Days Tanzania wildlife safari offers a combination of unparalleled wilderness and beach experiences. Join us on a captivating journey to witness the Big 5 game, wildebeests, zebras, and giraffes from the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro, to experience the tranquil Indian Ocean along the coast. Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and offer captivating game viewing opportunities. Zanzibar will be the perfect spot for you to soak yourself in the pristine white-sand beaches and not to forget to wind through the Stone Town streets.

The Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Pick up and transfer to a pre-booked hotel

Day 2: Arusha –Serengeti by Road

Day 3: Experience a Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti.

Day 4: Game viewing in Karatu

Day 5: Ngorongoro Guided Game Drive & Drive back to Arusha

Day 6: Take a flight to Zanzibar for a Beach Holiday

Day 7 -8: Beach Holiday in Zanzibar

Day 9: Departure at Abeid Amani Airport

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Pick up and transfer to a pre-booked hotel

Following your early arrival at the Arusha Airport/Kilimanjaro International Airport –JRO. Your private and professional driver will take you to the pre-booked hotel in Arusha for you to have dinner and overnight.

Overnight Stay

  • Midrange: Arusha Planet Lodge or Kibo Palace Hotel.
  • Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge by Elewana/Four Points by Sheraton Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha –Serengeti by Road.

Wake up early to make preparations and also have a delicious breakfast. Your journey today will start at around 8:00 am and involves driving for about 6 hours to the Serengeti National Park, which is found in the Northern circuit. Serengeti is one of the largest parks in Tanzania with a total area coverage of about 14,763 sq. km. The Park holds a huge concentration of the Big 5, wildebeests, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and more than 500 bird species.

A large profusion of Serengeti’s wildlife are spotted in the central region –Seronera. Once you have reached, you will have a warm welcome from the park’s vast plains and appreciate the tranquility as you connect to the lodge.

Overnight Stay

  • Budget: Serengeti Simba Lodge/Acacia Migration Camp
  • Midrange: Serengeti Kati-Kati Camp/Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Luxury: Mbalageti Serengeti/Siringit Serengeti Camp

Day 3: Experience a Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge and later, set off for a morning game drive. Depart from the camp with a pack of lunch and water since this will take you the entire day. On this combined morning and afternoon game viewing tour, you will search for a variety of wildlife in Serengeti, and the focus will be at the Seronera. Lunch break will be had under one of the tree shades in Serengeti, and the next game viewing session resumes for more wildlife encounters.

Overnight Stay

  • Budget: Serengeti Simba Lodge/Acacia Migration Camp
  • Midrange: Serengeti Kati-Kati Camp/Serengeti Sopa Lodge
  • Luxury: Mbalageti Serengeti/Siringit Serengeti Camp
Day 4: Game viewing in Karatu

After breakfast, drive from the Central Serengeti to Karatu. As you exit the Seronera, enjoy the early morning game drive as you spot amazing wildlife as they become active. Enjoy the sunrise in front of you and appreciate the stunning savanna grassland plains. Arrive at Karatu for more wildlife encounters and later, check in the lodge for relaxation.

Overnight Stay

  • Karatu Simba Lodge
  • Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Day 5: Ngorongoro Guided Game Drive & Drive back to Arusha

Enjoy an early morning breakfast, and after, set off for a guided game drive in the vast plains of the Ngorongoro Crater. You will leave Karatu about 45 45-minute- an hour drive to Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area, where your next game drive will be enjoyed.

The Ngorongoro Crater is 260 sq. km and has a depth of more than 2000 feet. At the base/floors, you will be spotting a diversity of wildlife, including hyenas, elephants, buffaloes, black rhinos, cheetahs, lions, hippos, and many avifauna. Depart from the Ngorongoro region to Arusha for your relaxation in the pre-booked hotel.

Overnight Stay

  • Midrange: Arusha Planet Lodge or Kibo Palace Hotel.

Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge by Elewana/Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

Day 6: Take a flight to Zanzibar for a Beach Holiday

After a leisurely breakfast, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to the airport. Today, you will be taking the flight to Zanzibar and landing at Abeid Amani International Airport. Our experienced guide in Zanzibar will transfer you to the pre-booked boutique hotel in Stone Town, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight Stay

  • Pearl Beach by Sansi
Day 7: Explore Stone Town & Watch turtles at Nungwi Natural Aquarium

Enjoy an early morning breakfast, and after, proceed to Stone town for an enriching tour. With an expert on the ground, stroll through the spiced-scented alleys and vibrant bazaars of Stone Town. Later, proceed to the North to explore the Nungwi Natural Aquarium, and enjoy swimming with the rescued sea turtles in the crystal clear waters.

Overnight Stay

  • Pearl Beach by Sansi
Day 8: Beach Holiday in Zanzibar

It is your day to get soaked in the sun and serenity of the Zanzibar beach or the Indian Ocean along the coastline. Have a great moment to relax in the infinity pool or embark on any of the available exciting experiences, ranging from the sunset dhow cruise, snorkeling to spice farm tours. Today is that special day for you to restore your soul once again.

Overnight Stay

  • Pearl Beach by Sansi
Day 9: Departure from Abeid Amani Airport

Have a leisurely cup of tea/coffee, and you will be dropped off at Abeid Amani Airport for departure.

End of safari

Safari Inclusions

  • All entry fees to parks/sites
  • Accommodation for 8 nights and a full board meal plan
  • Airport transfers
  • Free bottle of mineral water
  • Safari guide or driver services.

Safari Exclusions              

  • Tips.
  • Visas
  • Passports.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Shopping expenses
  • Premium drinks
  • All optional experiences/activities
  • Extra accommodation before/after the 9 days Tanzania safari
  • Costs for the laundry services you request

 

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