9-day Bush & Beach Holiday – Zanzibar Safari
Overview
This 9-day safari with Serengeti Precious Safaris offers the best of both worlds thrilling wildlife adventures and a relaxing beach escape. Experience the Big Five and countless other remarkable animals in their natural habitats, traveling in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, guided by a professional English-speaking driver-guide.
Your safari vehicle is equipped with mineral water, snacks, power outlets, and binoculars for optimal game viewing. Accommodations are carefully selected for comfort and convenience throughout the journey. After your exhilarating bush safari, fly to Zanzibar to unwind on its pristine beaches, swim in turquoise waters, and soak in the island's idyllic scenery a perfect conclusion to your Tanzanian adventure.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ARUSHA – RELAXATION & OVERNIGHT
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport, where you'll be warmly welcomed by your driver-guide. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay, preparing for the adventures ahead.
ACCOMMODATION: MOUNT MERU HOTEL
DAY 2: ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park with picnic lunch boxes.
Tarangire is famous for its vast elephant herds, towering baobabs, and diverse landscapes. The Tarangire River acts as a lifeline during the dry season, attracting lions, leopards, zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting hornbills, ostriches, and lilac-breasted rollers.
In the evening, transfer to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
ACCOMMODATION: COUNTRY LODGE
DAY 3 & 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK – FULL EXPLORATION
Journey through the Ngorongoro highlands into Serengeti National Park. Enjoy en-route game drives before arriving at your lodge.
Spend two days exploring Serengeti's endless plains, home to the Great Migration and resident predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Sunrise and sunset safaris offer unforgettable encounters with grazing herds and dramatic predator action.
ACCOMMODATION: MOYO TENTED CAMP
DAY 5 : SERENGETI TO NGORONGORO CRATER
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the world's largest intact caldera and home to over 30,000 animals. Spot the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the rare black rhino alongside flamingos shimmering on crater lakes.
In the evening, transfer to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
ACCOMMODATION: FARM OF DREAMS LODGE
DAY 6: KARATU TO ZANZIBAR – FLIGHT & BEACH TRANSFER
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time at the lodge or explore Karatu town. Later, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival, your driver-guide will transfer you to your beach hotel, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning coastal scenery.
ACCOMMODATION: SMILE BEACH HOTEL
DAY 7 & 8: ZANZIBAR BEACH RELAXATION
Spend two days at leisure on Zanzibar's pristine beaches. Relax on soft white sands, swim in turquoise waters, and enjoy breathtaking sunsets. Optional activities include snorkeling, diving, or exploring coral reefs.
ACCOMMODATION: SMILE BEACH HOTEL
DAY 9: TRANSFER TO ZANZIBAR AIRPORT – DEPARTURE
Enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar before transferring to the airport for your flight home or onward destination.
This marks the conclusion of your 9-day bush and beach holiday with Serengeti Precious Safaris, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's wildlife and coastal beauty.
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