Tanzania Bush & Beach Escape - Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti & Zanzibar

This Tanzania Bush & Beach Escape combines Tanzania's spectacular wildlife landscapes with a relaxing Zanzibar beach holiday. Begin among the giant Elephants and Baobabs of Tarangire, explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, continue into the endless plains of the Serengeti, and finish on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar.

Designed for couples, honeymooners, families, photographers, wildlife enthusiasts and beach lovers, this itinerary combines Big Five viewing, Migration experiences, crater wildlife, Maasai culture, scenic drives and Indian Ocean relaxation.

Day 1

International Arrival → Arusha – International arrival in Tanzania. Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha. Relax and prepare for your safari. Overnight: Gran Melia Arusha / Arusha Coffee Lodge / Kibo Palace Apartments

Day 2

Arusha → Tarangire – Depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park. Afternoon game drive through landscapes of giant Baobabs and large Elephant herds. Enjoy sunset Wildlife viewing before returning to camp. Overnight: Tarangire Sopa Lodge / Tarangire Simba Lodge / Nimali Tarangire

Day 3

Tarangire → Ngorongoro – Morning game drive in Tarangire before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Highlands. Visit a local Maasai community for a cultural experience before arriving at your lodge overlooking the crater. Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge / Ngorongoro Farm House

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater – Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Search for Lions, Elephants, Buffalo, Hippos and Rhinos across the crater floor. Picnic lunch in the wilderness before ascending to the highlands. Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge / Ngorongoro Farm House

Day 5

Ngorongoro → Serengeti – Depart the crater highlands and enter the Serengeti. Scenic drive through the changing landscapes before an afternoon game drive. Begin searching for Migration herds and predator activity across the plains. Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sopa Lodge / Kati Kati Tented Camp

Day 6

Serengeti National Park – Full-day Migration and Wildlife experience. Follow Wildebeest and Zebra herds across the plains and track Lions, Cheetahs and Leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing with afternoon game viewing. Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sopa Lodge / Kati Kati Tented Camp

Day 7

Serengeti → Zanzibar – Sunrise game drive followed by breakfast. Optional Hot Air Balloon safari and bush breakfast before your transfer to the airstrip for a flight to Zanzibar. Arrive and settle into your beach resort. Overnight: Zanzibar Serena Hotel / Nungwi Dreams by Mantis / Meliá Zanzibar

Day 8

Zanzibar – Full day at leisure on Zanzibar's white-sand beaches. Optional snorkeling, diving, swimming or a traditional dhow cruise along the coast. Overnight: Zanzibar Serena Hotel / Nungwi Dreams by Mantis / Meliá Zanzibar

Day 9

Zanzibar – Explore Zanzibar beyond the beach with an optional Stone Town cultural tour and Spice Farm experience. Return to the coast for a sunset dhow cruise or relaxed evening by the Indian Ocean. Overnight: Zanzibar Serena Hotel / Nungwi Dreams by Mantis / Meliá Zanzibar

Day 10

Zanzibar → International Departure – Breakfast and final morning at leisure. Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your international departure.