Visit Tanzania on this thrilling 12 Days Epic Tanzania and Zanzibar Tour and be sure to fully explore some of the most popular tourist destinations in Tanzania. You will encounter vast animal species and more tourist attractions in Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the tree climbing lions of Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and you will relax by the beach in Zanzibar Island. Contact us to book this safari in Tanzania.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Arusha
You will be welcomed by a Unique Rwanda Vacation Experts company representative upon your arrival at the airport, after which you will be transferred to your hotel for check in. Depending on your time of arrival, you will engage in a tour around Arusha and later return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Arusha Coffee Lodge by Elewana, Arusha Safari Lodge, Amani Safari Lodge, Karama Lodge, Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa.
Day 2: Transfer to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you will be transferred to Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch, and later go for an afternoon game drive. Look out for a number of animals including; impalas, zebras, waterbucks among others as well as the various bird species. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Tarangire Safari Lodge, Ecoscience Luxury Lodge, Tarangire Simba Lodge, Maramboi Tented Lodge.
Day 3: Full Day Game Drive in Tarangire National Park
Have breakfast at the lodge and head out for a full day game drive in Tarangire National Park, where you will spot a number of animals including; elephants, zebras, giraffes and so much more. Later in the evening, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Tarangire Safari Lodge, Ecoscience Luxury Lodge, Tarangire Simba Lodge, Maramboi Tented Lodge.
Day 4: Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
You will have breakfast at your lodge and head to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will encounter lots of wildlife species. Descend into the crater for a closer perspective and visit Lake Magadi which is found in the center of the crater. You will also search for various wildlife species such as elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras as well as flamingos along the shores of Lake Magadi. You will then proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge, Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge, Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge, Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge.
Day 5: Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Have an early morning breakfast at your lodge and embark on a journey to Serengeti National Park which is also located in the northern part of Tanzania. Arrive at the lodge in Serengeti in time for lunch and later go for an evening game drive to see wildlife species such as zebras, lions, buffalos, elephants, giraffes, elands, impalas, antelopes among others. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Seronera Wildlife Lodge, Lobo Wildlife Lodge, Singita Mara River Tented Camp.
Day 6: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
You will start your day with breakfast at your lodge in Serengeti national park as you prepare for your morning game drive. You will also enjoy seeing a variety of wildlife species which are very active during the morning and can be seen grazing around the national park. After your morning game drive, you will have lunch and later engage in another game drive and enjoy looking out for wildlife species grazing in the open savannah of Serengeti national park like elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, impalas, gazelles, buffalos, elands, antelopes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos among others. You will have dinner and overnight at Ikoma Tented Camp.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Seronera Wildlife Lodge, Lobo Wildlife Lodge, Singita Mara River Tented Camp.
Day 7: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, your guide will drive you to Lake Manyara National Park which is known for its tree-climbing lions among other tourist attractions. You will also enjoy views of the rift valley escarpment during your safari in the national park. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and then go for a game drive and search for wildlife species such as giraffes, elephants, impalas, hippos among others. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge, Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp.
Day 8: Lake Manyara – Mto wa Mbu Tour
After breakfast at the lodge, you shall proceed for a canoeing and canopy walk experiences in Lake Manyara National Park. Look out for pink flamingos and other water birds during the canoe ride. Also enjoy a canopy walk, which gives you an opportunity to have a panoramic view of the park. After lunch, you shall get an opportunity to tour Mto wa Mbu, a culturally diverse community which shall have you learning so much about the people and tribes in Tanzania.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Africa Safari Camping Mto wa Mbu, Nsya Lodge & Camp, Africa Safari Glamping.
Day 9: Return to Arusha – Fly to Zanzibar
Have an early morning breakfast and check out of the lodge to embark on a journey back to Arusha. You will be dropped off at the airport to catch a flight to Zanzibar Island. Upon arrival in Zanzibar Island you will be transferred to your hotel for check in.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Balcony House Zanzibar, Drifters Zanzibar, Kusini Beach Villa, MITI beach bungalows.
Day 10: Zanzibar Stone Town Tour
Have morning breakfast, you will head for a day excursion to explore the vibrant hot spot of Zanzibar with a tour of the Stone Town, and learn about its rich history and cultural heritage and Spice tour, which is the second income earner of Zanzibar. Later return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Balcony House Zanzibar, Drifters Zanzibar, Kusini Beach Villa, MITI beach bungalows.
Day 11: Zanzibar Safari Blue Excursion
Have an early morning breakfast and head off for a sea excursion, for snorkelling and Dhow evening cruise to explore Zanzibar sea. You will return in the late evening at your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Accommodation Options: Balcony House Zanzibar, Drifters Zanzibar, Kusini Beach Villa, MITI beach bungalows.
Day 12: Transfer to Zanzibar Airport – Departure
You will have a good morning breakfast, check out of the lodge and head to Zanzibar International Airport where you will catch up with your outbound flight back home.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 12 Days Epic Tanzania and Zanzibar Tour.
Contact us to Inquire About This Safari
The 12 Days Epic Tanzania and Zanzibar Tour includes;
- Wildlife Game Drives.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Full board accommodation as per the itinerary.
- Ground transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Bottled drinking water in the safari vehicle.
- Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar.
- Stone town tour and safari blue experience.
However, the 12 Days Epic Tanzania and Zanzibar Tour excludes;
- International Flights.
- Items of personal nature like laundry, beverages, etc.
- Entry visas.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.