Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Start your journey with a scenic drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you can spot large herds of elephants, baobab trees, and a variety of wildlife. Stay overnight at a lodge or camp near the park.
Day 2: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a thrilling game drive inside the crater, encountering the Big Five and other wildlife. After lunch, ascend the crater rim and settle into your lodge or camp for the evening.
Day 3: Ngorongoro to Lake Eyasi
Travel to Lake Eyasi for a cultural immersion with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Join the Hadzabe on a traditional hunt and learn about their ancient lifestyle. Visit the Datoga tribe for a demonstration of their blacksmithing skills. Stay overnight near Lake Eyasi.
Day 4: Lake Eyasi to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore its diverse ecosystems, from groundwater forests to open plains, while spotting elephants, giraffes, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. After a picnic lunch, continue your safari before heading to your accommodation for the night.
Day 5: Lake Manyara to Zanzibar
Drive to the airport for a flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, check in to your beachfront resort and enjoy the afternoon lounging on the pristine beaches. Dinner and overnight stay at your Zanzibar accommodation.
Day 6: Zanzibar Relaxation and Optional Activities
Relax on Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches, with optional activities like snorkeling, diving, or a sunset dhow cruise. Enjoy fresh seafood for dinner and spend the evening unwinding by the beach.
Day 7: Leisure Day in Zanzibar
Continue to enjoy the serenity of Zanzibar's beaches, with optional excursions such as visiting the spice plantations, exploring Jozani Forest, or embarking on a dolphin tour. Return to your resort for a relaxing evening.
Day 8: Zanzibar Free Day
Take a full day to relax or take part in another optional activity, such as a boat trip to Prison Island or kite surfing. Alternatively, you can indulge in a spa treatment while enjoying the tranquil surroundings.
Day 9: Zanzibar Leisure
Spend your final day in Zanzibar however you choose—whether that’s enjoying more time on the beach, exploring local markets, or visiting historic sites. Enjoy your last sunset on the island before heading back to your resort for dinner.
Day 10: Zanzibar to Arusha or Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Arusha or onward departure, concluding your incredible safari and beach getaway.