Package Overview What this trip is, in a nutshell
This eleven-day private safari-and-island escape begins gently beside Arusha's Nduruma River, explores Tarangire's baobab country, spends two nights in Central Serengeti, descends into Ngorongoro Crater and visits Lake Manyara before a scheduled domestic flight carries you to Zanzibar. One night in historic Stone Town leads into four continuous nights at Z Hotel on the north coast.
On the mainland, a private pop-up-roof 4x4 and professional English-speaking guide-driver give your party control over game-drive pacing, rest breaks and photography stops within park rules and operational constraints. In Zanzibar, private road transfers and a private Stone Town orientation connect the cultural and beach portions of the journey, while the Nungwi days remain intentionally unstructured.
Accommodation follows a premium mid-range safari pattern with a luxury boutique beach finale: Mtoni River Lodge, Eileen's Trees Inn, two nights at Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Maru Maru Hotel and four nights at Z Hotel. 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 3,608 rate is the supplied high or dry-season estimate per person for two travelers sharing. The supplied two-traveler planning estimates are USD 3,234 in low or green season and USD 3,795 in peak season. High or dry-season estimates are USD 3,652 pp for three travelers and USD 3,102 pp for four, five or six travelers. The document's figures are preserved as supplied and remain estimates until a date-specific written quotation is issued.
Solo travel is available by tailored quotation. The supplied USD 5,250 high or dry-season solo estimate cannot be represented accurately by the website's automatic sole-traveler formula, so automatic solo pricing remains hidden. Domestic flight schedules, ticketed baggage limits, exact hotel meal plans and all Zanzibar transfers are reconfirmed for the 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, marine encounters and river crossings are natural and cannot be guaranteed. The Serengeti sector may be adjusted seasonally when another base offers a clear benefit.
Package Summary Everything at a glance
| Item | Package detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | 11 Days / 10 Nights |
| Safari type | Private |
| Comfort level | Semi-Luxury |
| Starting point | JRO, Arusha Airport or Arusha |
| Ending point | Zanzibar Airport or ferry terminal |
| Main destinations | Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara, Zanzibar |
| Accommodation type | Lodge (Lodge, Tented Camp, Hotel) |
| Meal plan | Breakfast if included by the room basis; other meals according to arrival and bo, Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast; lunch and dinner at own account unless added, Breakfast; other meals according to the selected hotel plan, Breakfast |
| Transportation | Private Car, 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up, Scheduled Flight, Walking, At Leisure, Optional Boat Or Private Car |
| Suitable travellers | Family, Friends, Fly-In, Honeymoon, Couples and small groups |
| Customization | Yes — this itinerary can be tailored to you |
Route Overview 11 days — where you go and how far
| Day | Route | Overnight | Approx. distance | Approx. time | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | JRO, Arusha Airport or Arusha → Arusha and the Mount Meru foothills → Mtoni River Lodge, Arusha | Arusha | About 35-55 km from JRO; shorter from Arusha Airport | About 45-90 minutes from JRO, traffic dependent | Private Car |
| Day 2 | Mtoni River Lodge, Arusha → Tarangire National Park → Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu | Karatu | About 210-250 km plus game-drive tracks | About 4-5 hours road transfer, excluding game viewing | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 3 | Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu → Ngorongoro highlands and Naabi Hill → Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti | Serengeti | About 180-200 km plus game-drive tracks | About 5-6.5 hours, depending on gates, roads and sightings | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 4 | Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti → Seronera Valley, kopjes and Central Serengeti plains → Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti | Serengeti | Variable according to wildlife locations and road conditions | Flexible full-day game drive | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 5 | Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti → Naabi Hill, Ngorongoro highlands and crater floor → Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu | Karatu | About 210-240 km plus crater tracks | About 5.5-7 hours road transfer plus the crater game drive | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
| Day 6 | Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu → Lake Manyara National Park and the confirmed northern-circuit airstrip → Maru Maru Hotel, Stone Town | Zanzibar | About 35-50 km to Manyara plus the road to the confirmed airstrip and Zanzibar t | About 2.5-4 hours road transfer excluding the park visit; flight about 1.5-2 hou | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up, Scheduled Flight, Private Car |
| Day 7 | Maru Maru Hotel, Stone Town → Stone Town and north Zanzibar → Z Hotel, Nungwi | Zanzibar | About 55-65 km plus local Stone Town movement | About 1.25-1.75 hours road transfer, excluding the guided visit | Walking, Private Car |
| Day 8 | Z Hotel, Nungwi → Nungwi Beach and optional north-coast marine sites → Z Hotel, Nungwi | Zanzibar | Local only | Minimal unless an excursion is selected | At Leisure |
| Day 9 | Z Hotel, Nungwi → Nungwi and optional north Zanzibar excursion sites → Z Hotel, Nungwi | Zanzibar | Variable if an excursion is selected | Variable according to the selected activity | At Leisure, Optional Boat Or Private Car |
| Day 10 | Z Hotel, Nungwi → Nungwi Beach → Z Hotel, Nungwi | Zanzibar | Local only unless an excursion is selected | Minimal unless an excursion is selected | At Leisure |
| Day 11 | Z Hotel, Nungwi → Zanzibar interior and Stone Town area → Zanzibar International Airport or ferry terminal | No accommodation — departure day | About 60-70 km to Zanzibar Airport | About 1.5-2 hours, traffic dependent | Private Car |
Distances and driving times are indicative and vary with road and game-viewing conditions.
Day 1 Welcome to Arusha - Riverside Arrival and Safari Briefing
Day 1 — Welcome to Arusha - Riverside Arrival and Safari Briefing
| Starting location | JRO, Arusha Airport or Arusha |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Arusha and the Mount Meru foothills |
| Ending location | Mtoni River Lodge, Arusha |
| Main destination | Arusha |
| Approx. departure | According to flight arrival |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Usually 45-90 minutes after JRO pickup |
| Approx. distance | About 35-55 km from JRO; shorter from Arusha Airport |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 45-90 minutes from JRO, traffic dependent |
| Transport | Private Car |
Day description
Meet the Splendor Safari representative at JRO, Arusha Airport or your Arusha location and transfer privately to Mtoni River Lodge. Rest beside the river and complete the private safari briefing before the wildlife circuit begins.
Morning
For a morning arrival, complete immigration and baggage collection, meet the representative and transfer privately toward Arusha and the riverside lodge.
Afternoon
Rest in the lodge gardens, organize luggage and camera equipment and review the vehicle, park etiquette, route, dietary needs and domestic-flight baggage plan.
Evening
Dine according to the booked room basis and enjoy a quiet first evening beside the river before the early safari start.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Airport Pick Up — JRO Or Arusha Airport (Afternoon)
- 🏞 Transfer — Airport To Arusha (2 Hours)
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Mtoni River Lodge (Afternoon)
Meals
Mtoni River Lodge
About this stay
Mid-range riverside lodge in the Gomba Estate and Arusha area, selected as a quiet arrival base between the airport corridor and Arusha. Alternatives are Arusha Planet Lodge and The African Tulip.
Keep medication, valuables and one change of clothes in hand luggage. A late arrival may require a slightly later Day 2 departure.
Day 2 Tarangire - Baobabs, Elephants and the River
Day 2 — Tarangire - Baobabs, Elephants and the River
| Starting location | Mtoni River Lodge, Arusha |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Tarangire National Park |
| Ending location | Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu |
| Main destination | Tarangire |
| Approx. departure | About 07:30 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 18:00 |
| Approx. distance | About 210-250 km plus game-drive tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 4-5 hours road transfer, excluding game viewing |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Travel from Arusha to Tarangire for a substantial private game drive through baobab woodland, river habitat, seasonal wetlands and open savanna. Continue later into the cooler Karatu highlands.
Morning
Drive to Tarangire, enter the park and begin exploring woodland, river habitat and open country along routes adapted to recent sightings and 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 Karatu.
Evening
Check in, dine and prepare cameras and a small day bag for the highlands-to-Serengeti journey.
Landscapes & attractions
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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
Eileen's Trees Inn
About this stay
Mid-range garden safari lodge in Karatu, positioned conveniently after Tarangire and before the Ngorongoro and Serengeti route. Alternatives are Bougainvillea Safari Lodge and Marera Valley Lodge.
Tarangire can be hot and dusty during the dry season. Keep sun protection, a light scarf, water and protected camera equipment accessible.
Day 3 Across the Ngorongoro Highlands to Central Serengeti
Day 3 — Across the Ngorongoro Highlands to Central Serengeti
| Starting location | Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Ngorongoro highlands and Naabi Hill |
| Ending location | Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti |
| Main destination | Serengeti |
| Approx. departure | About 06:30-07:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 17:00-18:30 |
| Approx. distance | About 180-200 km plus game-drive tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 5-6.5 hours, depending on gates, roads and sightings |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Cross the cultivated Ngorongoro highlands and conservation landscape toward Naabi Hill. Enter Serengeti and use the route toward Seronera and Banagi as a progressive wildlife drive before settling into camp.
Morning
Leave Karatu, climb through the highlands and cross the conservation landscape toward Naabi Hill and the Serengeti boundary.
Afternoon
Complete park formalities, take a picnic and explore plains, kopjes or river habitat on the progressive game drive toward Seronera and Banagi.
Evening
Settle into the tented camp before dark, review camp-safety procedures, dine and listen to the surrounding Serengeti.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Transfer — Karatu To Serengeti (Full Day)
- 🏞 Game Drive — Central Serengeti (Afternoon)
- 🏞 Photographing — Serengeti (Afternoon)
Meals
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
About this stay
Premium mid-range, luxury-style tented safari camp in the Banagi area of Central Serengeti, selected for resident wildlife access. Alternatives are Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge and Into Wild Africa Tented Camp.
This is a long but scenic transfer over corrugated and dusty roads. The second Central Serengeti night protects a genuine full wildlife day.
Day 4 Central Serengeti - A Full Day on the Plains
Day 4 — Central Serengeti - A Full Day on the Plains
| Starting location | Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Seronera Valley, kopjes and Central Serengeti plains |
| Ending location | Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti |
| Main destination | Serengeti |
| Approx. departure | About 06:00-06:30 or after breakfast |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Flexible late-afternoon or evening return |
| Approx. distance | Variable according to wildlife locations and road conditions |
| Approx. road-driving duration | Flexible full-day game drive |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Use the entire day for private wildlife viewing across Central Serengeti. The guide adapts the route among grassland, kopjes, acacia country and Seronera watercourses according to recent activity and the party priorities.
Morning
Enter the plains in softer light, prioritizing predator territories, river lines, kopjes or herd areas according to current reports and observed animal behavior.
Afternoon
Take a picnic or return to camp when practical, then continue patient wildlife viewing with time for quieter observations and photography.
Evening
Return before dark, dine and prepare for the early Serengeti-to-crater journey.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Full-day Game Drive — Central Serengeti (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Central Serengeti (Full Day)
- 🏞 Bird Watching — Central Serengeti (Full Day)
Meals
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
About this stay
A second night at the same Central Serengeti camp avoids unnecessary packing and protects a genuine full game-drive day. Alternatives are Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge and Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.
A full vehicle day can be tiring. A split morning and afternoon schedule is possible when wildlife locations, camp rules and road distances make it practical; ballooning is optional.
Day 5 Serengeti to Ngorongoro - Crater Descent and Karatu Evening
Day 5 — Serengeti to Ngorongoro - Crater Descent and Karatu Evening
| Starting location | Embalakai Serengeti Camp, Central Serengeti |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Naabi Hill, Ngorongoro highlands and crater floor |
| Ending location | Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu |
| Main destination | Ngorongoro |
| Approx. departure | About 05:45-06:15 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 18:00-19:00 |
| Approx. distance | About 210-240 km plus crater tracks |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 5.5-7 hours road transfer plus the crater game drive |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up |
Day description
Leave Central Serengeti early, cross toward Ngorongoro and descend into the crater for a private game drive across grassland, Lerai woodland, marshes and lake-edge habitat. Continue to Karatu after ascending the crater wall.
Morning
Leave camp early, work toward Naabi Hill and cross the conservation landscape to the crater rim while protecting time for the descent.
Afternoon
Descend for wildlife viewing and a picnic at an authorized site, then continue across the crater floor before ascending and driving to Karatu.
Evening
Check in, enjoy dinner and repack carefully for the next day domestic flight to Zanzibar.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Game Drive — Serengeti (Morning)
- 🏞 Transfer — Serengeti To Ngorongoro (Morning)
- 🏞 Crater Tour — Ngorongoro Crater (Afternoon)
- 🏞 Transfer — Ngorongoro To Karatu (Evening)
Meals
Eileen's Trees Inn
About this stay
Comfortable mid-range garden lodge for recovery after the long Serengeti and crater day and practical access toward Lake Manyara. Alternatives are Bougainvillea Safari Lodge and Marera Valley Lodge.
This is a demanding mainland road day. An extra highlands or crater-area night is recommended when a slower pace is important; black rhino and all other sightings remain uncertain.
Day 6 Lake Manyara and the Flight to Zanzibar
Day 6 — Lake Manyara and the Flight to Zanzibar
| Starting location | Eileen's Trees Inn, Karatu |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Lake Manyara National Park and the confirmed northern-circuit airstrip |
| Ending location | Maru Maru Hotel, Stone Town |
| Main destination | Manyara, Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | About 06:30-07:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Late afternoon or early evening, flight dependent |
| Approx. distance | About 35-50 km to Manyara plus the road to the confirmed airstrip and Zanzibar t |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 2.5-4 hours road transfer excluding the park visit; flight about 1.5-2 hou |
| Transport | 4x4 Land Cruiser Pop-up, Scheduled Flight, Private Car |
Day description
Explore Lake Manyara groundwater forest, woodland and accessible lake-edge habitat before transferring to the confirmed airstrip. Fly by scheduled domestic service to Zanzibar and continue privately to Maru Maru Hotel in Stone Town.
Morning
Enter Lake Manyara for a final mainland game drive through groundwater forest, woodland and lake-edge areas accessible under current conditions.
Afternoon
Take lunch, transfer to the confirmed airstrip and fly to Zanzibar. Meet the island driver for the private transfer into Stone Town.
Evening
Check in at Maru Maru Hotel and explore nearby Stone Town at leisure or rest after the safari and flight.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Game Drive — Lake Manyara National Park (Morning)
- 🏞 Bird Watching — Lake Manyara National Park (Morning)
- 🏞 Domestic Flight — Northern Tanzania To Zanzibar (Afternoon)
- 🏞 Transfer — Zanzibar Airport To Stone Town (Afternoon)
Meals
Maru Maru Hotel
About this stay
Mid-range historic-city hotel on Gizenga Street in central Stone Town, selected for a short cultural stay before the beach. Alternatives are Kholle House and Tembo House Hotel.
Domestic airline schedules control final timing. The ticketed carrier baggage rule always takes precedence; published allowances vary by airline and can change.
Day 7 Stone Town Stories and the Road to Nungwi
Day 7 — Stone Town Stories and the Road to Nungwi
| Starting location | Maru Maru Hotel, Stone Town |
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| Pass-by location | Stone Town and north Zanzibar |
| Ending location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | About 08:30-09:00 |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | About 14:30-16:00, activity dependent |
| Approx. distance | About 55-65 km plus local Stone Town movement |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 1.25-1.75 hours road transfer, excluding the guided visit |
| Transport | Walking, Private Car |
Day description
Walk privately through Stone Town with attention to its Swahili, Arab, Indian and European layers, markets, carved doors and waterfront. Continue by private road transfer to Nungwi and settle into the four-night beach stay.
Morning
Join a privately guided Stone Town orientation at a comfortable pace. Exact monuments can be adjusted around opening times and traveler interests.
Afternoon
Have lunch in Stone Town or en route, then transfer north. A spice-farm visit can be inserted on request without making the day unnecessarily crowded.
Evening
Check in at Z Hotel, walk the beach at sunset and dine at the hotel or a nearby restaurant.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Cultural Tour — Stone Town (Morning)
- 🏞 Photographing — Stone Town (Morning)
- 🏞 Transfer — Stone Town To Nungwi (2 Hours)
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Nungwi Beach (Afternoon)
Meals
Z Hotel
About this stay
Luxury boutique beach hotel at Nungwi on north Zanzibar, selected for the transition from sightseeing to an unhurried beach stay. Alternatives are Nungwi Dreams by Mantis and Essque Zalu Zanzibar.
Stone Town is conservative in dress compared with the beach-resort environment. Covering shoulders and knees is respectful in town and local communities.
Day 8 Nungwi - Unstructured Indian Ocean Day
Day 8 — Nungwi - Unstructured Indian Ocean Day
| Starting location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
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| Pass-by location | Nungwi Beach and optional north-coast marine sites |
| Ending location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | At leisure |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | At leisure |
| Approx. distance | Local only |
| Approx. road-driving duration | Minimal unless an excursion is selected |
| Transport | At Leisure |
Day description
Keep the first full beach day free of compulsory touring. Sleep in, swim, read, use the pool or spa, or arrange a responsibly operated snorkeling, diving, reef or dhow experience according to sea conditions.
Morning
Sleep in or enjoy an early beach walk, then choose the ocean, pool, gardens, reading or a spa treatment at your own pace.
Afternoon
Keep lunch flexible. Join an appropriate marine activity if desired or use the later light for beach portraits, dhows and coastline photographs.
Evening
Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a nearby restaurant and a relaxed evening by the coast.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Nungwi Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Beach — Nungwi Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Nungwi Coast (Afternoon)
Meals
Z Hotel
About this stay
Second night at the same luxury boutique Nungwi hotel keeps the beach stay continuous. Alternatives are Nungwi Dreams by Mantis and Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort.
Use reef-safe sun protection where possible, follow boat-crew instructions and avoid touching coral or marine wildlife. Sea conditions can cancel activities.
Day 9 Nungwi - Reef, Culture or Complete Relaxation
Day 9 — Nungwi - Reef, Culture or Complete Relaxation
| Starting location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
|---|---|
| Pass-by location | Nungwi and optional north Zanzibar excursion sites |
| Ending location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | At leisure |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | At leisure |
| Approx. distance | Variable if an excursion is selected |
| Approx. road-driving duration | Variable according to the selected activity |
| Transport | At Leisure, Optional Boat Or Private Car |
Day description
Choose another open beach morning or add a privately arranged island experience such as reef-focused boating, diving, a village-based cultural activity or honeymoon arrangement. Return to Nungwi for an unhurried afternoon.
Morning
Keep the morning unstructured or join a suitable reef, diving, cultural or village-based experience after safety and operating conditions are confirmed.
Afternoon
Return to Nungwi for swimming and relaxation. Honeymoon or anniversary room arrangements may be requested through the hotel subject to its current offerings.
Evening
Spend the evening at leisure or book a sunset cruise if weather and marine conditions allow.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Nungwi Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Beach — Nungwi Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — North Zanzibar (Afternoon)
Meals
Z Hotel
About this stay
Third night at the same Nungwi boutique property supports either a marine day or complete relaxation. Alternatives are Essque Zalu Zanzibar and My Blue Hotel.
Popular marine sites can be crowded. Smaller-group or private operators can be prioritized, with alternatives recommended when conditions reduce the experience quality.
Day 10 Nungwi - Final Full Beach Day
Day 10 — Nungwi - Final Full Beach Day
| Starting location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
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| Pass-by location | Nungwi Beach |
| Ending location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | At leisure |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | At leisure |
| Approx. distance | Local only unless an excursion is selected |
| Approx. road-driving duration | Minimal unless an excursion is selected |
| Transport | At Leisure |
Day description
Keep the final full day intentionally simple. Enjoy breakfast without an early alarm and choose the beach, pool, spa or a final optional water activity before packing for the departure transfer.
Morning
Enjoy breakfast without an early alarm, then choose the beach, pool, spa or a final optional water activity.
Afternoon
Have lunch at the hotel or another reputable Nungwi venue, enjoy final swimming or shopping and prepare travel documents and luggage.
Evening
Enjoy the final Zanzibar sunset and dinner at leisure. A private farewell dinner or simple room decoration may be arranged subject to availability.
Landscapes & attractions
Wildlife possibilities
Photography opportunities
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Activities
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Nungwi Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Beach — Nungwi Beach (Full Day)
- 🏞 Photographing — Nungwi Coast (Afternoon)
Meals
Z Hotel
About this stay
Final night at the same Nungwi property avoids a hotel change before departure. Alternatives are Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort and Nungwi Dreams by Mantis.
Keep passports, flight tickets, Zanzibar insurance documentation and valuables ready for departure. Pack liquids and fragile souvenirs according to airline rules.
Day 11 Farewell Zanzibar - Private Departure Transfer
Day 11 — Farewell Zanzibar - Private Departure Transfer
| Starting location | Z Hotel, Nungwi |
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| Pass-by location | Zanzibar interior and Stone Town area |
| Ending location | Zanzibar International Airport or ferry terminal |
| Main destination | Zanzibar |
| Approx. departure | According to the confirmed flight or ferry time |
| Approx. arrival at lodge | Normally 2-3 hours before the flight check-in requirement, as advised |
| Approx. distance | About 60-70 km to Zanzibar Airport |
| Approx. road-driving duration | About 1.5-2 hours, traffic dependent |
| Transport | Private Car |
Day description
Enjoy breakfast and final leisure time if the departure schedule permits. Transfer privately from Nungwi to Zanzibar International Airport or the ferry terminal with a traffic and check-in buffer.
Morning
Enjoy breakfast and a final period at leisure if the schedule allows. Check-out follows hotel policy; late check-out must be requested.
Afternoon
Meet the private driver at the reconfirmed time and transfer with an appropriate traffic and check-in buffer. The tour ends at the airport or ferry terminal.
Evening
For a late departure, a day room, extra meal or additional beach time can be quoted subject to hotel availability.
Landscapes & attractions
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Activities
- 🏞 Rest & Relax — Nungwi Beach (Morning)
- 🏞 Transfer — Nungwi To Zanzibar Airport Or Ferry Terminal (2 Hours)
- 🏞 Airport Drop Off — Zanzibar (Afternoon)
Meals
About this stay
No accommodation is included after departure drop-off. Maru Maru Hotel or Tembo House Hotel can be quoted if an extra Stone Town night is required.
Zanzibar traffic can be unpredictable. Pickup is based on the confirmed flight or ferry, current road conditions and carrier check-in guidance rather than a fixed generic time.
Safari Highlights 12 reasons this trip stands out
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Travel privately in a pop-up-roof 4x4 reserved for your party on the mainland safari circuit.
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Explore Tarangire baobab woodland, river habitat and landscapes strongly associated with elephants.
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Spend two consecutive nights in Central Serengeti for a genuine full day on the plains.
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Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for wildlife viewing across grassland, marsh, woodland and lake-edge habitat.
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Visit Lake Manyara before flying by scheduled domestic service to Zanzibar.
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Stay in historic Stone Town and explore its Swahili, Arab, Indian and European cultural layers with a private guide.
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Continue to Nungwi for four nights at a luxury boutique beach hotel without repeated hotel changes.
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Keep three full Nungwi days flexible for rest, swimming, spa time or responsibly operated marine activities.
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Use private airport, island and final departure transfers with coordinated safari-to-flight logistics.
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Photograph baobabs, Serengeti plains, crater walls, carved Stone Town doors, dhows and Indian Ocean sunsets.
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Request seasonal Serengeti routing, ballooning, diving, 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 the mainland safari circuit
- Professional English-speaking Tanzania guide-driver during the mainland safari
- Ten nights at the named properties or confirmed comparable alternatives
- Meals specifically stated in the day-by-day itinerary
- National park and conservation-area fees included in the confirmed written quotation
- Private game drives and Ngorongoro Crater descent described in the itinerary
- Private arrival pickup
- stated Zanzibar road transfers and final departure transfer
- One scheduled domestic flight from the northern circuit or Arusha area to Zanzibar within the confirmed ticket budget
- Drinking water during mainland safari game-drive days
- Government taxes and VAT included in the final quotation unless subsequently increased by government
- Pre-safari briefing and itinerary coordination by Splendor Safari
- Emergency logistical support and supplier coordination during the booked itinerary
- Private Stone Town orientation and transfer planning as stated in the final itinerary
Excluded
- International flights to Tanzania and onward from Zanzibar
- Tanzania visa and other immigration charges
- Mandatory Zanzibar inbound travel insurance unless expressly included in the final quotation
- Personal travel insurance beyond any mandatory Zanzibar policy
- Medical expenses
- medication
- medical evacuation
- vaccinations and travel-health consultations
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal purchases
- souvenirs and telephone or data costs
- Alcoholic
- premium or specialty drinks unless the confirmed hotel meal plan includes them
- Laundry unless included by a named property
- Optional activities and excursions not expressly listed as included
- Serengeti hot-air balloon safari
- Additional domestic flights
- route upgrades or charter flights not stated as included
- Excess baggage or freight-seat charges on domestic flights
- Bank charges
- credit-card fees and international transfer costs
- Government-imposed increases in taxes
- park fees or conservation charges after quotation where booking terms permit adjustment
- Additional accommodation before Day 1 or after Day 11 unless quoted
- 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.
