Zanzibar and Tanzania

Zanzibar and Tanzania Safari and Sea Adventure

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Zanzibar and Tanzania Safari and Sea Adventure

This unforgettable sea to safari adventure offers the perfect blend of barefoot island relaxation and world-class African wildlife. From the white sands and warm Indian Ocean waters of Zanzibar to the vast plains of the Serengeti, the journey brings together two very different sides of Tanzania in one beautifully balanced escape, with exceptional accommodation, private guiding and memorable experiences throughout.

After unwinding on Zanzibar’s peaceful southeast coast, the adventure moves into the wild, where Great Migration herds, big cats and the possibility of seeing the Big Five await. Drift above the Serengeti on a hot air balloon safari, explore on foot and after dark at Grumeti Hills, descend into the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater and finish among Tarangire’s ancient baobabs and elephant herds. It is a journey filled with contrast, variety and some of East Africa’s most iconic landscapes.

Highlights

  • Experience a seamless sea to safari journey
  • Relax on Zanzibar’s beautiful southeast coast
  • Explore Grumeti, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire
  • Search for the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife
  • Enjoy an included hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti
  • Follow the Great Migration in the Northern Serengeti (season dependent)
  • Experience walking safaris, night drives and classic game drives
  • Discover dramatic landscapes from river plains to baobab country

What's Included

  • Flights: Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro | Kilimanjaro to Kogatende | Kogatende to Ikoma Fort
  • Private 4x4 with qualified English-Speaking driver-guide
  • Equipment in 4x4: wildlife books and guides, 1 pair of binoculars, cooler box or fridge stocked with bottled water
  • Full Board Plus on safari from picnic lunch on Day 5 until breakfast on Day 19
  • All safari activities as described in itinerary
  • All park, Crater & concession fees as per itinerary
  • Full board at Zanzibar hotel

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Jambiani, Zanzibar - Arrive
1Day

Jambiani, Zanzibar - Arrive

Arrive independently at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, where you will be met and transferred to Jambiani on Zanzibar’s beautiful southeast coast. Settle into Sharazad Boutique Hotel, your home for the next four nights, surrounded by tropical gardens and overlooking the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.

Spend the rest of the day relaxing into the island pace, perhaps unwinding by the pools, strolling along the beachfront or simply enjoying the blissful setting. Sharazad blends relaxed luxury with traditional Zanzibari character, creating an inviting base for the first part of your journey.

Accommodation: 4 nights at Sharazad Boutique Hotel on a Full Board basis with Breakfasts, Dinners and Lunches included

Jambiani, Zanzibar
2 - 4Days

Jambiani, Zanzibar

Spend the next three days at leisure, making the most of Sharazad’s spectacular setting and relaxed island atmosphere. Wander through tropical gardens, unwind beside the pools or on the long stretch of beachfront, and take advantage of the hotel’s wellness facilities, including its gym, yoga space and spa.

There is also plenty to discover beyond the hotel. Jambiani is a peaceful fishing village known for its white-sand beach and clear turquoise water, with opportunities for swimming, snorkelling, sailing and kiteboarding. You could also visit a local seaweed farm, explore village life or simply enjoy slow days by the Indian Ocean before your safari adventure begins.

Travel to Grumeti Hills
5Day

Travel to Grumeti Hills

After breakfast, check out of Sharazad Boutique Hotel and transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your flight to Kilimanjaro, continuing onwards by air to Fort Ikoma Airstrip. From here, transfer to Grumeti Hills Lodge, set high above the surrounding plains on the edge of the Serengeti ecosystem. Lunch will be served on arrival before you settle into your tented accommodation, where sweeping views and a peaceful bush setting mark the start of your safari.

The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure, perhaps relaxing by the pool after the journey, or you may choose to head out on your first game drive in search of the wildlife that gathers around the nearby Grumeti River. You will spend three nights here, with a walking safari and bush breakfast plus game drives in open electric 4x4 vehicles included during your stay.

Accommodation: 3 nights at Grumeti Hills on a Full Board Plus basis with meals and select activities included

Grumeti Hills Reserve
6 - 7Days

Grumeti Hills Reserve

Spend the next two days exploring the wildlife-rich landscapes surrounding Grumeti Hills. On Day 6, set out on foot with an experienced guide for a walking safari, taking time to notice the smaller details of the bush before enjoying breakfast in the wilderness. Return to the lodge for lunch, with the afternoon free to relax or head out on another game drive.

Both evenings bring a different side of the reserve to life with included night drives in open electric 4x4 vehicles. Search for nocturnal wildlife and watch as predators become more active after sunset. Day 7 follows at a gentler pace, with the choice of further game viewing or time at leisure before your second night safari under the African sky.

Travel to Northern Serengeti
8Day

Travel to Northern Serengeti

This morning, transfer back to Fort Ikoma Airstrip for your flight north to Kogatende, gateway to one of the Serengeti’s most celebrated wildlife regions. On arrival, meet your private guide and head straight out on safari, with a picnic lunch enjoyed in the bush as you begin exploring the vast plains and river landscapes of the Northern Serengeti.

In August and September, this area can be alive with the movement of the Great Migration, as huge herds of wildebeest and zebra gather around the Mara River and predators patrol close behind. River crossings can never be guaranteed, but this is one of the most exciting times to be here. Later, continue to Mara River Post, superbly positioned above the river in the heart of the migration corridor, where wildlife sightings can continue right from camp.

Accommodation: 3 nights at Mara River Post on a Full Board Plus basis with meals and select activities included

Exploring the Northern Serengeti
9 - 10Days

Exploring the Northern Serengeti

Spend two full days exploring the remote northern reaches of the Serengeti with your expert guide, following the latest wildlife movements to make the most of every game drive. At certain times of year, immense herds of wildebeest and zebra may be gathering near the Mara River, while lions, cheetahs, leopards and spotted hyenas take advantage of that seasonal abundance. Elephants, giraffes, buffalo and a wide variety of antelope add even more interest to the sweeping grasslands and wooded hills.

Each day will unfold differently, with your guide adapting the route according to recent sightings and conditions. You may find yourself scanning rocky kopjes for resting lions, watching elephants beneath acacia trees or waiting near the river in the hope of witnessing one of the migration’s famous crossings. Lunch will be enjoyed either as a picnic in the bush or back at camp, allowing you to spend as much time as possible immersed in this remarkable wildlife region.

Travel to Central/Eastern Serengeti
11Day

Travel to Central/Eastern Serengeti

Leave the Northern Serengeti behind and journey south through the park, enjoying a morning of game viewing as the scenery gradually changes around you. The central and north-eastern Serengeti are renowned for excellent year-round wildlife, with open plains, rocky kopjes and permanent water sources creating particularly good conditions for spotting lion, leopard and cheetah alongside elephant, buffalo, giraffe and abundant plains game.

Later, continue towards the Lobo Plains and arrive at Togoro Plains Camp, where ten spacious tented suites overlook the sweeping Serengeti landscape. After a rewarding day on safari, settle in for the evening with time to relax in the lounge, cool off in the pool or simply enjoy the sense of space and wilderness that makes this quieter part of the park so special.

Accommodation: 3 nights at Togoro Plains Camp on a Full Board Plus basis with meals and select activities included

Central & Eastern Serengeti
12 - 13Days

Central & Eastern Serengeti

Spend two full days discovering the wildlife-rich landscapes of the central and eastern Serengeti, with each game drive shaped around the latest sightings. Your guide will adapt the route as the day unfolds, giving you the best possible chance of encountering the region’s remarkable variety of wildlife, from big cats and elephants to giraffes, buffalo and vast herds of plains game.

One of these mornings will also bring a very different perspective with your included hot air balloon safari, subject to operational scheduling. Drift quietly above the Serengeti as the sun rises over the plains, taking in the scale of the landscape and watching for wildlife below before returning to continue your safari adventures on the ground.

Ngorongoro Crater
14Day

Ngorongoro Crater

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the central Serengeti before returning to camp for lunch and beginning the journey south towards Olduvai, between the Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Highlands. The scenery here is striking, with open savannah, dramatic kopjes and distant escarpments creating a memorable transition towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

On arrival at Olduvai Camp, receive a traditional Maasai welcome before setting out on a guided walk to Sunset Kopje. From this elevated viewpoint, watch the light soften across the plains and highlands before returning to camp for dinner. Set among granite boulders and overlooking the surrounding wilderness, Olduvai Camp offers a wonderfully atmospheric base.

Accommodation: 1 night at Olduvai Camp on a Full Board Plus basis with meals and select activities included

Ngorongoro Crater - Karatu
15Day

Ngorongoro Crater - Karatu

Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing within one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural wildlife sanctuaries. The crater’s grasslands, forests and permanent water sources support an exceptional concentration of animals, including elephant, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and hippo, while lion and spotted hyena are commonly seen. This is also one of Tanzania’s best places to look for the endangered black rhinoceros.

Pause during the day for a seated bush lunch surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the crater before continuing your safari across the crater floor. Later, climb back towards the highlands and travel on to Bashay Rift Lodge, beautifully positioned overlooking the green landscapes around Karatu, where you can relax after an unforgettable day of wildlife encounters.

Accommodation: 1 night at Bashay Rift Lodge on a Full Board Plus basis with meals and select activities included

Travel to Tarangire National Park
16Day

Travel to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, leave the Karatu Highlands behind and continue towards Tarangire National Park, a landscape of sweeping savannah, ancient baobab trees and the winding Tarangire River. Enjoy lunch at Tarangire Sopa Lodge before heading out on an afternoon game drive, when elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebra and wildebeest can often be seen gathering around the park’s vital water sources. Predators including lion, leopard and cheetah may also be encountered as you explore.

Later, continue to Maweninga Camp, dramatically perched on a granite kopje in the north-west of the park. From this elevated setting, enjoy far-reaching views across the savannah towards Lake Burunge, Lake Manyara and the Rift Valley, with the distant highlands forming an impressive backdrop. Settle into your tent and enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by the wild beauty of Tarangire.

Accommodation: 3 nights at Maweninga Camp on a Full Board Plus basis with meals and select activities included

Tarangire National Park
17 - 18Days

Tarangire National Park

You’ll now spend your final two full days exploring Tarangire National Park on game drives, following the river, open plains and baobab-studded landscapes in search of the wildlife that makes this park so rewarding. Large elephant herds are a particular highlight, while giraffe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, antelope and a variety of predators may all be encountered as you travel through different habitats.

Each day offers fresh opportunities for sightings, with lunch at Olaado Camp on Day 17 and Tarangire Safari Lodge on Day 18. Return to Maweninga Camp each evening, where its elevated position provides a peaceful setting to unwind and look back across the surrounding wilderness after another day on safari.

End of Tour
19Day

End of Tour

After breakfast, leave Tarangire behind and begin the journey back towards Arusha or Kilimanjaro, depending on your onward flight arrangements. Your safari comes to an end here, following an unforgettable journey through Zanzibar and some of northern Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife regions.

A view from Above

Accommodation Options

Bashay Rift Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater

Perched atop a steep hill in the heart of Karatu’s lush highlands, Bashay Rift Lodge offers a peaceful and picturesque retreat just a short drive from the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Set amid vibrant gardens and fertile farmland, this charming lodge blends the feeling of a traditional African farmstead with panoramic views that stretch across the Great Rift Valley to Lake Eyasi. With 32 individually styled rooms scattered throughout the grounds, guests are treated to a unique and intimate atmosphere, where no two rooms are alike but all offer comfort, character, and captivating views.

Bashay Rift Lodge is more than just a stopover, it’s a place to unwind, explore, and connect with Tanzania’s rich natural and cultural heritage. Days can be spent on safari in nearby Manyara National Park or the Ngorongoro Crater, or cycling through coffee plantations and local villages. Guests can also visit the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes to gain insight into ancient ways of life. Back at the lodge, relax by the hilltop pool with its jaw-dropping views, indulge in a soothing massage, or enjoy a meal crafted from the lodge’s own farm-fresh produce. With its welcoming main house, cosy bar, and dining terraces overlooking the valley, Bashay Rift Lodge is a warm and unforgettable base for adventure and relaxation

Togoro Plains, Serengeti NP

Togoro Plains Lodge, opened in 2023, is a permanent eco-lodge nestled between Seronera and Lobo in the northern Serengeti. Set within a designated rhino sanctuary and surrounded by year-round waterholes, the area offers exceptional wildlife viewing. Built around two dramatic kopjes, the lodge features 14 thatch-roofed tents, including three family units, all built into natural rock formations and facing the sweeping Togoro Plains. Each tent is en-suite and equipped with beds, armchairs, a desk, and solar-powered electricity available 24/7.

The main areas, including a restaurant, bar, and swimming pool, are built atop kopjes, offering panoramic views of the plains. The open-air restaurant and veranda provide a scenic dining experience, while the rock-framed pool invites guests to relax in nature. The camp is 100% solar-powered, plastic-free, and offers Wi-Fi in the communal areas. Unfenced and fully immersed in nature, guest safety is ensured by Maasai and armed rangers, making this a remote yet secure retreat in the heart of the Serengeti

Maweninga Camp, Tarangire

Perched atop a dramatic granite outcrop within Tarangire National Park, this secluded safari camp offers sweeping views over the savannah, Lake Manyara, and the distant volcanoes of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Surrounded by iconic baobab trees and abundant wildlife including elephants, kudu, oryx, and even the elusive gerenuk, the camp enjoys a privileged, remote setting in one of Tanzania’s most diverse and unspoiled landscapes. The 16 canvas tents, each built on raised wooden platforms, offer a harmonious blend of comfort and nature, complete with open terraces, cosy bedrooms, and en-suite bathrooms with solar-powered hot water.

Thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind, the entire camp runs on solar energy, uses harvested rainwater, and maintains a light ecological footprint. After a day of game drives, guests can relax on the expansive rock terrace with a drink in hand as the sun dips below the horizon, or gather around the campfire under the starlit African sky. With its makuti-roofed restaurant, scenic private dining spots, and Maasai storytelling under the stars, this camp offers a truly immersive and tranquil safari experience in the heart of Tarangire

Olduvai Camp

Tucked between the Ngorongoro Crater and the endless Serengeti plains, Olduvai Camp offers a truly immersive bush experience within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where wildlife and the Maasai people have coexisted for centuries. The camp is built around a towering kopje, with 17 thatched canvas tents perched on stone terraces that overlook the savannah. Each tent blends earthy tones with thoughtful details and features a private viewing deck, a large bedroom, a dressing area, and a solar-powered en-suite bathroom. Surrounded by nature and culture, guests are invited to explore the land on guided walks led by Maasai warriors, visit traditional villages, or journey to nearby sites like the Olduvai Gorge and the mysterious Shifting Sands.

The heart of the camp lies in its communal spaces, beautifully integrated into the surrounding rocks under a grand thatched roof. Guests can gather in the main bar for sweeping views over the plains or dine in one of two restaurants, one of which is nestled high in the kopjes for a more intimate experience. Evenings are best spent with a sundowner in the lounge or by the fire, recounting the day’s adventures under the stars. Entirely solar-powered and eco-conscious, Olduvai Camp not only offers comfort and authenticity but also a profound connection to Tanzania’s land, people, and wildlife

Grumeti Hills Lodge

Set on the highest hill in the Grumeti Wildlife Management Area, Grumeti Hills Lodge offers breathtaking views and a front-row seat to some of Tanzania’s most dramatic wildlife moments, including the Great Migration. Just two kilometres from the Grumeti River and bordering the Serengeti, the lodge is surrounded by year-round game and rich landscapes. The 20 spacious, eco-friendly tents feature wooden floors, private verandas, and en-suite bathrooms, blending comfort with sustainability. A dramatic thatched main building houses the restaurant, bar, and lounge, while the rock-carved pool and spa provide the perfect spots to unwind.

Grumeti Hills is known for immersive bush experiences, including guided walking safaris and East Africa’s first electric-powered night game drives. These thrilling adventures allow guests to explore the savannah in a unique, low-impact way. Powered by solar energy and using rainwater for up to half its annual needs, the lodge reflects a strong commitment to conservation, offering a truly memorable and responsible safari experience

Mara River Post, Serengeti

Perched on a scenic knoll in the northern Serengeti, Mara River Post offers front-row views of one of Africa’s most iconic natural spectacles, the wildebeest river crossings. Overlooking the winding Mara River and vast open plains, this stylish safari lodge combines luxury with prime wildlife viewing. From June to October, guests can witness dramatic scenes as herds brave crocodile-infested waters, while year-round visitors enjoy sightings of elephants, hippos, and cheetahs on the hunt. With raised platforms, open-air lounges, and elegant dining areas, the camp is designed to bring the magic of the Serengeti right to your doorstep.

The lodge features 16 beautifully appointed en-suite canvas tents, each with a private deck and uninterrupted views of the river and savannah. Interiors blend contemporary African style with natural wood finishes, thatched roofs, and thoughtful details for year-round comfort. After a day of exploration, unwind by the swimming pool, sip a chilled drink on the sundeck, or indulge in a massage. Powered entirely by solar energy and drawing most of its water from rain harvesting, Mara River Post is committed to sustainability without compromising on comfort, delivering an unforgettable and eco-conscious safari experience

Sharazad Boutique Hotel, Zanzibar

Sharazad Boutique Hotel is a stylish beachfront hideaway in Jambiani, set within three hectares of tropical gardens and forest along Zanzibar’s beautiful southeast coast. Blending traditional island influences with relaxed Italian design, it has a wonderfully informal feel, with the Indian Ocean always close at hand. Guests can spend lazy days between the beach, four swimming pools, yoga shala, spa and hammam, or head out for diving, kite surfing, kayaking and other island adventures.

Accommodation ranges from peaceful Garden View rooms and bungalows to Sea View rooms and spacious Beachfront Suites, many with private verandas or balconies, king or twin beds and ensuite bathrooms. Some offer outdoor showers, extra lounge space or direct beach access, while thoughtful touches include mosquito nets, tea and coffee facilities, beach towels and locally inspired amenities. Dining centres around The View, the hotel’s beachfront restaurant and pool bar, where Italian, Asian and African flavours come together using fresh local ingredients. With its laid-back atmosphere, artistic touches and close connection to nature, Sharazad is an ideal place to unwind after a safari or simply slow down beside the sea.

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