Package Overview What this trip is, in a nutshell
This nine-day private bush-and-beach journey links Tanzania's classic northern wildlife circuit with a cultural and coastal Zanzibar finish. Begin gently in Arusha, explore Tarangire's baobab country, cross the Ngorongoro highlands into Central Serengeti, descend into Ngorongoro Crater and visit Lake Manyara before flying to Zanzibar for Stone Town, spice country and two relaxed nights on Jambiani Beach.
On the mainland, a private pop-up-roof 4x4 and professional English-speaking guide-driver give your party control over game-drive pacing, photography stops and daily emphasis within park rules and operational constraints. The route crosses woodland, river habitat, broad plains, volcanic highlands, crater-floor marshes and Rift Valley forest before changing completely to Swahili architecture, tropical spice farms and the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation is premium mid-range rather than ultra-luxury: Summit Safari Lodge, Africa Safari Karatu Lodge, Intimate Camp Seronera, Ngorongoro Safari Lodge, Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp, Kholle House in Stone Town and two nights at Casa Beach Hotel in Jambiani. Named properties remain subject to availability and may be replaced with a comparable option of similar standard and logical location after consultation.
The displayed USD 2,574 rate is the supplied Standard 2026 benchmark-aligned estimate per person for two travelers sharing. The supplied two-traveler planning estimates are USD 2,395 in green or shoulder season and USD 2,830 in peak or festive season. Standard estimates are USD 2,574 pp for three travelers, USD 2,541 pp for four, USD 2,508 pp for five and USD 2,497 pp for six, subject to exact dates, rooms, flight seats, fees and availability.
Solo travel is available by tailored quotation. The supplied USD 3,850 standard solo estimate cannot be represented accurately by the website's automatic sole-traveler formula, so automatic solo pricing remains hidden. The included domestic flight, Zanzibar transfers, Stone Town walk and spice-farm experience are reconfirmed for the exact travel date.
Wildlife possibilities include elephant, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, hippo, lion, cheetah, leopard, spotted hyena and black rhino. All sightings, Great Migration concentrations, predator behavior and river crossings are natural and cannot be guaranteed. The Serengeti sector can be adjusted seasonally when a different base offers a clear benefit.
Package Summary Everything at a glance
| Item | Package detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | 9 Days / 8 Nights |
| Safari type | Private |
| Comfort level | Semi-Luxury |
| Starting point | JRO, Arusha Airport or Arusha |
| Ending point | Zanzibar Airport |
| Main destinations | Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara, Zanzibar |
| Accommodation type | Lodge (Lodge, Tented Camp, Tented Lodge, Hotel) |
| Meal plan | Dinner, Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch; dinner at own account, Breakfast, Spice-farm or local lunch; dinner at own account, Breakfast |
| Transportation | Private Car, 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up, Domestic Flight, No Transport |
| Suitable travellers | Family, Friends, Fly-In, Honeymoon, Couples and small groups |
| Customization | Yes — this itinerary can be tailored to you |
Route Overview 9 days — where you go and how far
| Day | Route | Overnight | Approx. distance | Approx. time | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport → Arusha city → Summit Safari Lodge | Arusha | About 55 km from JRO; shorter from Arusha Airport | About 1-1.5 hours from JRO, traffic dependent | Private Car |
| Day 2 | Summit Safari Lodge, Arusha → Tarangire National Park → Africa Safari Karatu Lodge | Karatu | About 200-225 km plus game-drive tracks | About 3.5-4.5 hours road transfer, excluding game viewing | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 3 | Africa Safari Karatu Lodge → Ngorongoro highlands and Naabi Hill → Intimate Camp Seronera | Serengeti | About 180-200 km plus wildlife-viewing tracks | About 4.5-6 hours depending on gate formalities and stops | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 4 | Intimate Camp Seronera → Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area → Ngorongoro Safari Lodge | Ngorongoro | About 180-220 km plus game-drive tracks | About 5-6.5 hours progressive transfer, excluding extended sightings | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 5 | Ngorongoro Safari Lodge → Ngorongoro Crater → Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp | Manyara | About 120-160 km plus crater tracks | About 3-4 hours road transfer plus 4.5-5.5 hours crater game viewing | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 6 | Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp → Lake Manyara National Park and Arusha or Manyara air departure point → Kholle House, Stone Town | Zanzibar | About 120-150 km road plus the domestic flight | About 2.5-3.5 hours road, 1.25-2 hours scheduled flight and Zanzibar transfer | Domestic Flight |
| Day 7 | Kholle House, Stone Town → Stone Town and Zanzibar spice countryside → Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani | Zanzibar | About 50-70 km across island activities | About 1.5-2.5 hours total road movement, excluding walking and tour time | Private Car |
| Day 8 | Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani → Jambiani Beach → Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani | Zanzibar | Local only | Minimal unless an optional excursion is selected | No Transport |
| Day 9 | Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani → Zanzibar island → Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, Zanzibar | No accommodation — departure day | About 55 km | About 1.25-1.5 hours, traffic dependent | Private Car |
Distances and driving times are indicative and vary with road and game-viewing conditions.
Day 1 Welcome to Arusha - A Gentle Start Below Mount Meru
Day 1 — Welcome to Arusha - A Gentle Start Below Mount Meru
| Starting location | Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Arusha city |
| Ending location | Summit Safari Lodge |
| Main destination | Arusha |
| Approx. departure | According to flight arrival |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Usually 1-1.5 hours after JRO pickup |
| Approx. distance | About 55 km from JRO; shorter from Arusha Airport |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 1-1.5 hours from JRO, traffic dependent |
| Transport | Private Car |
Day description
Meet the Splendor Safari representative after arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer privately to Summit Safari Lodge. Rest, organize luggage and complete the private safari briefing before dinner.
Morning
For a morning arrival, complete immigration and baggage collection, meet the representative and transfer privately into Arusha. Early room access is subject to lodge availability.
Afternoon
Rest, exchange currency if needed, organize camera equipment and review the 4x4, road conditions, park etiquette, flight luggage, meals and any dietary or accessibility requests.
Evening
Enjoy dinner and an early night. The unhurried arrival protects the quality of the safari after a long international journey.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Airport Pick Up — JRO Or Arusha Airport (Afternoon)
- 🏞 Transfer — Airport To Arusha (2 Hours)
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Summit Safari Lodge (Afternoon)
Meals
Summit Safari Lodge
About this stay
Premium mid-range city safari lodge in the Sakina and Raskazone area of Arusha, selected as a comfortable arrival base. Alternatives are Arusha Planet Lodge and The African Tulip.
Keep medication, one change of clothes and valuables in hand luggage. Early room access depends on availability. A late arrival may require a slightly later safari departure the next morning.
Day 2 Baobab Country - Private Game Drive in Tarangire
Day 2 — Baobab Country - Private Game Drive in Tarangire
| Starting location | Summit Safari Lodge, Arusha |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Tarangire National Park |
| Ending location | Africa Safari Karatu Lodge |
| Main destination | Tarangire |
| Approx. departure | About 07:30 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 17:30-18:30 |
| Approx. distance | About 200-225 km plus game-drive tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 3.5-4.5 hours road transfer, excluding game viewing |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Travel southwest from Arusha to Tarangire for a substantial private game drive through baobab woodland, open savanna, seasonal wetlands and riverine habitat. Continue later into the cooler Karatu highlands.
Morning
Enter Tarangire and explore dry woodland, open savanna and river habitat along routes adapted to recent sightings, water availability and current road conditions.
Afternoon
Take a picnic lunch at an authorized site, continue around the river and seasonal wetlands, then leave the park and climb toward the cooler Karatu highlands.
Evening
Check in, dine and prepare cameras and a small day bag for the longer highlands-to-Serengeti journey.
Landscapes & attractions
Wildlife possibilities
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Activities
- 🏞 Transfer — Arusha To Tarangire (3 Hours)
- 🏞 Full-day Game Drive — Tarangire National Park (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Tarangire National Park (Full Day)
- 🏞 Transfer — Tarangire To Karatu (2 Hours)
Meals
Africa Safari Karatu Lodge
About this stay
Premium mid-range lodge outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area near Karatu, positioned between Tarangire and the Serengeti route. Alternatives are Eileen's Trees Inn and Marera Valley Lodge.
Tarangire can be hot and dusty during the dry season. Keep sun protection, a light scarf, drinking water and protected camera equipment accessible inside the vehicle.
Day 3 Across the Highlands to the Endless Plains - Central Serengeti
Day 3 — Across the Highlands to the Endless Plains - Central Serengeti
| Starting location | Africa Safari Karatu Lodge |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Ngorongoro highlands and Naabi Hill |
| Ending location | Intimate Camp Seronera |
| Main destination | Serengeti |
| Approx. departure | About 07:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 16:30-18:00 |
| Approx. distance | About 180-200 km plus wildlife-viewing tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 4.5-6 hours depending on gate formalities and stops |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Climb through the Ngorongoro highlands and cross the conservation landscape toward Naabi Hill. Enter Serengeti and use the route into Seronera as a wildlife drive before settling into camp.
Morning
Leave Karatu after breakfast, climb into the Ngorongoro highlands and cross from cultivated country and volcanic grassland toward the open Serengeti ecosystem.
Afternoon
Complete park formalities, enjoy a picnic and explore river valleys, kopjes or open plains on the progressive game drive into Central Serengeti.
Evening
Settle into the tented camp before dark, review camp-safety procedures, dine and listen to the sounds of the surrounding Serengeti.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Full-day Game Drive — Karatu To Central Serengeti (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Ngorongoro Highlands And Serengeti (Full Day)
Meals
Intimate Camp Seronera
About this stay
Premium mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti and the Seronera wildlife area, selected to minimize lost game-drive time. Alternatives are Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge and Embalakai Authentic Camp.
This is a long but scenic transfer over corrugated and dusty roads. A second dedicated Central Serengeti night can be added when photography or predator tracking is the main priority.
Day 4 Serengeti Sunrise - Wildlife Morning and Ngorongoro Highlands
Day 4 — Serengeti Sunrise - Wildlife Morning and Ngorongoro Highlands
| Starting location | Intimate Camp Seronera |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area |
| Ending location | Ngorongoro Safari Lodge |
| Main destination | Serengeti |
| Approx. departure | About 06:15 for the game drive |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 17:00-18:30 |
| Approx. distance | About 180-220 km plus game-drive tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 5-6.5 hours progressive transfer, excluding extended sightings |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Begin with an early Central Serengeti wildlife drive through plains, river valleys and kopjes. Continue progressively toward the park exit and rise into the cooler Ngorongoro Conservation Area for the overnight.
Morning
Head out in soft light and cooler temperatures, focusing on river valleys, open plains or rocky kopjes according to current wildlife activity.
Afternoon
Take a picnic lunch and preserve meaningful wildlife time while progressing through the Serengeti-Ngorongoro transition into the volcanic highlands.
Evening
Check in, dine and confirm the crater-entry plan, wake-up time and picnic arrangement before an early rest.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Game Drive — Central Serengeti (Morning)
- 🏞 Photographing — Serengeti And Ngorongoro Highlands (Full Day)
- 🏞 Transfer — Serengeti To Ngorongoro (Afternoon)
Meals
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
About this stay
Premium mid-range tented lodge in the southern Ngorongoro Conservation Area, positioned for the following crater day. Alternatives are Rhino Lodge and Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge as a premium crater-rim upgrade.
Temperatures around Ngorongoro can be cold at night and early morning. Keep a fleece or warm layer accessible. A crater-rim property can be quoted as a premium upgrade.
Day 5 Into the Caldera - Ngorongoro Crater to the Rift Valley
Day 5 — Into the Caldera - Ngorongoro Crater to the Rift Valley
| Starting location | Ngorongoro Safari Lodge |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Ngorongoro Crater |
| Ending location | Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp |
| Main destination | Ngorongoro |
| Approx. departure | About 06:30-07:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 17:00-18:00 |
| Approx. distance | About 120-160 km plus crater tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 3-4 hours road transfer plus 4.5-5.5 hours crater game viewing |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a private game drive across grasslands, marsh, Lerai forest and lake-edge habitat. Continue afterward toward Mto wa Mbu and the Lake Manyara escarpment.
Morning
Descend into the caldera and explore grassland, marsh, woodland and lake-edge habitats according to access, traffic and current wildlife distribution.
Afternoon
Take a picnic at an authorized site, continue the crater drive, then ascend the wall and descend toward the warmer Great Rift Valley and Mto wa Mbu.
Evening
Relax over dinner and prepare a lighter day bag for Lake Manyara and the domestic flight to Zanzibar.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Crater Tour — Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day)
- 🏞 Game Drive — Ngorongoro Crater (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Ngorongoro Crater And Rift Valley (Full Day)
- 🏞 Transfer — Ngorongoro To Manyara (Afternoon)
Meals
Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp
About this stay
Premium mid-range tented camp on the Mto wa Mbu escarpment near Lake Manyara, convenient for the final mainland wildlife morning and flight transfer. Alternatives are Marera Valley Lodge and Africa Safari Karatu Lodge.
Crater mornings can be cold, windy or misty. Keep warm layers accessible. Black rhino may be seen but are uncommon and must never be promised.
Day 6 Forest, Rift Valley and the Indian Ocean - Lake Manyara to Stone Town
Day 6 — Forest, Rift Valley and the Indian Ocean - Lake Manyara to Stone Town
| Starting location | Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Lake Manyara National Park and Arusha or Manyara air departure point |
| Ending location | Kholle House, Stone Town |
| Main destination | Manyara |
| Approx. departure | About 07:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Stone Town in the late afternoon or evening, flight dependent |
| Approx. distance | About 120-150 km road plus the domestic flight |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 2.5-3.5 hours road, 1.25-2 hours scheduled flight and Zanzibar transfer |
| Transport | Domestic Flight |
Day description
Explore Lake Manyara groundwater forest and Rift Valley habitat, then connect with the confirmed scheduled domestic flight to Zanzibar. Meet the island driver and transfer privately into historic Stone Town.
Morning
Enter Lake Manyara for a focused final mainland game drive through groundwater forest, open habitat, lake edge and escarpment scenery.
Afternoon
Leave the park, take lunch and continue to the confirmed air departure point. Fly to Zanzibar and meet the private island driver for the Stone Town transfer.
Evening
Check in at Kholle House and explore dining independently at a Stone Town restaurant, rooftop venue or nearby hotel option.
Landscapes & attractions
Wildlife possibilities
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Activities
- 🏞 Game Drive — Lake Manyara National Park (Morning)
- 🏞 Photographing — Lake Manyara And Stone Town (Full Day)
- 🏞 Scenic Flight — Northern Tanzania To Zanzibar (2 Hours)
- 🏞 Transfer — Zanzibar Airport To Stone Town (Afternoon)
Meals
Kholle House
About this stay
Premium mid-range boutique heritage hotel in UNESCO-listed Stone Town, selected for character and walking access. Alternatives are Zanzibar Palace Hotel and Maru Maru Hotel.
The standard package assumes an Arusha-to-Zanzibar flight, but a Manyara airstrip routing may reduce backtracking when schedules and pricing permit. Pack soft-sided luggage to the confirmed airline limit.
Day 7 Stone Town Stories, Spice Country and Jambiani Beach
Day 7 — Stone Town Stories, Spice Country and Jambiani Beach
| Starting location | Kholle House, Stone Town |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Stone Town and Zanzibar spice countryside |
| Ending location | Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | About 08:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 17:00-18:00 |
| Approx. distance | About 50-70 km across island activities |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 1.5-2.5 hours total road movement, excluding walking and tour time |
| Transport | Private Car |
Day description
Walk through Stone Town with a local guide, learning about architecture, trading history and the city's layered cultural influences. Visit spice country for a guided farm experience and local lunch, then transfer to Jambiani.
Morning
Explore Stone Town with a local guide, focusing on carved doors, historic architecture, markets, trading history and Swahili, Arab, Indian, African and European influences.
Afternoon
Visit a spice farm to see, smell and taste tropical plants, enjoy the included local lunch and continue across the island to Jambiani Beach.
Evening
Settle into Casa Beach Hotel, walk the shore as tides permit and choose dinner independently at the hotel or a nearby option.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 City Tour — Stone Town (Half Day)
- 🏞 Spice Tour — Zanzibar Spice Countryside (Half Day)
- 🏞 Cultural Visit — Stone Town And Spice Country (Full Day)
- 🏞 Transfer — Stone Town To Jambiani (Afternoon)
Meals
Casa Beach Hotel
About this stay
Premium mid-range beach hotel, also known as Casa del Mar Zanzibar, on Jambiani's southeast coast. Alternatives are Blue Oyster Hotel and Mwezi Boutique Resort.
Stone Town is culturally conservative. Lightweight clothing that covers shoulders and knees is respectful away from resort beaches, especially in town and villages.
Day 8 A Day by the Indian Ocean - Jambiani at Your Pace
Day 8 — A Day by the Indian Ocean - Jambiani at Your Pace
| Starting location | Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani |
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| Pass-by location | Jambiani Beach |
| Ending location | Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | No fixed departure |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Same hotel |
| Approx. distance | Local only |
| Approx. road-driving duration | Minimal unless an optional excursion is selected |
| Transport | No Transport |
Day description
Enjoy an intentionally unstructured beach day after the active safari and cultural sequence. Walk the beach, swim when tide and sea conditions suit, relax at the hotel or pre-book an optional island or marine experience.
Morning
Sleep later than on safari, walk the beach, swim when tide and sea conditions allow or relax at the hotel. Optional snorkeling, reef trips or Jozani Forest can be pre-booked.
Afternoon
Continue relaxing or take a confirmed optional experience. The open schedule gives the journey breathing room after six active travel days.
Evening
Enjoy the final full Zanzibar evening. A private seafood dinner, celebration setup or romantic arrangement can be added separately.
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Activities
- 🏞 Beach — Jambiani Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Casa Beach Hotel (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Jambiani Beach (Full Day)
Meals
Casa Beach Hotel
About this stay
Second breakfast-included night at the premium mid-range Jambiani beach hotel. The repeated stay preserves a complete unhurried Indian Ocean day.
Lunch, dinner and optional excursions are not included. Reef shoes can be useful. Follow local guidance on tides, currents, coral and swimming conditions; marine sightings are never guaranteed.
Day 9 Zanzibar Farewell - Private Airport Transfer
Day 9 — Zanzibar Farewell - Private Airport Transfer
| Starting location | Casa Beach Hotel, Jambiani |
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| Pass-by location | Zanzibar island |
| Ending location | Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, Zanzibar |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | Usually 3-4 hours before the flight check-in requirement |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | According to the confirmed flight departure |
| Approx. distance | About 55 km |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 1.25-1.5 hours, traffic dependent |
| Transport | Private Car |
Day description
Enjoy breakfast and a final beach walk when flight timing permits, then transfer privately across Zanzibar to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for the onward flight.
Morning
Have breakfast, take a final beach walk if timing permits and check out according to hotel policy before meeting the private driver.
Afternoon
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport, complete check-in and departure formalities and continue on the confirmed onward flight.
Evening
The tour ends after airport drop-off. A late departure can be supported with a separately quoted day room or extra night.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Transfer — Jambiani To Zanzibar Airport (2 Hours)
- 🏞 Airport Drop Off — Zanzibar Airport (Afternoon)
Meals
About this stay
No accommodation is included after airport drop-off. Kholle House, Zanzibar Palace Hotel or an additional Casa Beach Hotel night can be added when required.
Pickup is set after the final airline ticket is confirmed. Late checkout, luggage storage, a day room or an extra Zanzibar night can be quoted when departure is late.
Safari Highlights 12 reasons this trip stands out
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Use a private pop-up-roof 4x4 reserved for your party during the mainland safari.
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Travel with a professional English-speaking Tanzania guide-driver throughout the wildlife circuit.
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Explore Tarangire baobab woodland, river habitat and landscapes strongly associated with elephants.
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Cross the Ngorongoro highlands into Central Serengeti for an arrival game drive and an early wildlife morning.
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Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a private game drive across grassland, marsh, woodland and lake-edge habitat.
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Finish the mainland wildlife circuit in Lake Manyara groundwater forest beneath the Rift Valley wall.
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Fly by scheduled domestic service from the northern circuit to Zanzibar.
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Stay in historic Stone Town before continuing to two unhurried nights on Jambiani Beach.
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Explore Stone Town with a local guide and visit Zanzibar spice country with an included local lunch.
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Photograph baobabs, plains, crater walls, carved Zanzibar doors, spice plants, palms and Indian Ocean light.
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Request seasonal Serengeti routing, premium stays, ballooning, snorkeling, special dining or extra beach nights.
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Responsible viewing follows appropriate distance, patient observation, park rules and animal behavior.
Included
- Private pop-up-roof 4x4 safari vehicle for Days 2 to 6 on the mainland route
- Professional English-speaking Tanzania guide-driver during the mainland safari
- Private arrival pickup and private Zanzibar departure transfer
- Eight nights at the named properties or confirmed comparable alternatives
- Meals specifically stated in the day-by-day itinerary
- National park and conservation-area entry fees required for the confirmed itinerary
- Ngorongoro Crater vehicle and service fees applicable to the confirmed program
- Private game drives and transfers described in the itinerary
- One scheduled northern Tanzania-to-Zanzibar domestic flight within the confirmed ticket budget
- Private Zanzibar transfers for the included program
- Guided Stone Town heritage walk and spice-farm experience with local lunch as stated
- Drinking water carried in the safari vehicle
- Government taxes and VAT included in the final quotation where applicable
- Pre-safari briefing and itinerary coordination
- Emergency logistical support from Splendor Safari during the operated tour
Excluded
- International flights to and from Tanzania
- Tanzania visa and other immigration charges
- Travel insurance and medical evacuation insurance
- Medical expenses
- vaccinations
- prescriptions and personal health consultations
- Tips and gratuities for the guide-driver
- lodge teams
- local guides and drivers
- Personal purchases
- souvenirs
- shopping and private communications
- Alcoholic beverages
- premium drinks and specialty bottled beverages unless specifically included
- Laundry unless expressly included by a confirmed property
- Zanzibar lunches and dinners where the itinerary states breakfast only or meals at own account
- Optional activities and excursions not listed as included
- Serengeti hot-air balloon safari
- Additional domestic flights or flight upgrades beyond the included sector and ticket budget
- Excess baggage and freight-seat charges on domestic flights
- Bank-transfer
- international card and payment-processing charges where applicable
- Government fee or tax increases after quotation where booking terms permit adjustment
- Extra accommodation caused by flight changes
- missed connections or events outside the operator control
- Anything not expressly listed under inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best time of year for this tour?
Dry seasons often offer easier wildlife viewing (Jun–Oct). Green seasons are beautiful and quieter (Nov–Mar).
Can we customize the itinerary?
Yes — add days, change lodges (lodge/camp), or include balloon safaris/cultural visits.
What is the typical group size?
Private tours are just your party with a driver-guide. Shared departures may have 4–7 guests per vehicle.
See it for yourself
A few moments from this safari, filmed on the ground.
