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This 13-day Tanzania safari combines the iconic Northern Circuit wildlife experience with a relaxing Zanzibar beach retreat. From the scenic beauty of Arusha National Park to the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire National Park, the diverse ecosystems of Lake Manyara National Park, and the endless savannahs of Serengeti National Park, this journey delivers exceptional wildlife encounters. You will also explore the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, before flying to the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar for culture, spice tours, ocean adventures, and relaxation. This safari is fully customizable based on travel dates, migration timing, and accommodation level.
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Duration: 13 Days | 12 Nights (Customizable)
Destinations: Arusha | Tarangire | Lake Manyara | Serengeti | Ngorongoro | Zanzibar
Style: Private Safari & Beach Escape | Tailor-Made
Price from: USD 6,200 per person sharing
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Transfer to hotel
- Afternoon tour of Arusha National Park
- Dinner and overnight
Day 2: Arusha → Tarangire
- Breakfast and departure
- Picnic lunch
- Afternoon game drive in Tarangire
- Dinner and overnight
Day 3: Lake Manyara
- Breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara
- Canopy walk experience
- Picnic lunch
- Afternoon game drive
- Dinner and overnight
Day 4: Lake Manyara - Serengeti
- Breakfast and drive to Serengeti
- Stop at Olduvai Gorge
- Picnic lunch
- Afternoon game drive
- Dinner and overnight
Day 5: Northern Serengeti
- Breakfast
- Full-day safari in migration region
- Dinner and overnight
Day 6: Serengeti - Ngorongoro
- Breakfast
- Crater descent for full-day tour
- Picnic lunch
- Dinner and overnight at crater rim
Day 7: Empakai Crater Excursion
- Breakfast
- Visit Empakai Crater
- Picnic lunch
- Cultural and historical exploration
- Dinner and overnight
Day 8: Flight to Zanzibar
- Breakfast
- Transfer to airstrip
- Flight to Zanzibar
- Transfer to beachfront resort
- Leisure afternoon
Day 9: Stone Town And Beach
- Breakfast
- Guided Stone Town tour
- Waterfront lunch
- Beach relaxation
- Dinner
Day 10: Spice Tour And Leisure
- Breakfast
- Spice plantation tour
- Picnic lunch
- Beach relaxation
- Dinner
Day 11: Island Boat Excursion
- Breakfast
- Snorkeling or diving trip
- Seafood lunch
- Return to resort
- Dinner
Day 12: Cultural Experience And Sunset Cruise
- Breakfast
- Village and market visit
- Swahili lunch
- Evening sunset cruise
- Farewell dinner
Day 13: Departure
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Zanzibar Airport
- End of safari
Inclusions:
- Meet and greet with airport transfers
- Accommodation in lodges and beachfront resorts
- Full board during safari
- Bed and breakfast or half-board in Zanzibar
- Unlimited game drives in private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Domestic flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- All listed excursions
Exclusions
- International flights
- Tourist visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed
- Drinks at lodges and hotels
- Motorized water sports unless included
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
Who This Safari is Best For
This safari is ideal for:
• Couples and honeymooners
• Wildlife photographers
• Luxury adventure travelers
It may NOT be suitable if:
• You prefer short driving distances
• You want only wildlife without beach extension
• You prefer a fly-in only safari
Why This Adventure Works Well
- Covers Tanzania’s complete Northern Safari Circuit
- Excellent opportunity to see the Big Five
- Seasonal Great Migration viewing in Serengeti
- Unique crater and highland landscapes
- Seamless bush to beach transition
- Cultural immersion in Zanzibar
- Balanced pace between adventure and relaxation
Important Things To Know
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- Wildlife sightings are natural and not guaranteed
- Great Migration timing depends on season
- Some travel days involve scenic long drives
- Zanzibar meal plan depends on selected resort
- Early booking is recommended during peak season
- We provide clear pre-travel planning guidance
Why Book This Adventure With Exotic Travel Centre
• Experienced Kilimanjaro summit teams
• Professional safari driver-guides
• Seamless Tanzania–Kenya coordination
• Carefully planned acclimatization schedule
• Dedicated support from arrival to departure