18 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Vacation
Trip Overview
This unforgettable 18-day adventure combines the thrill of Tanzania’s top safari destinations with the serenity of Zanzibar’s idyllic beaches. Experience the majestic wildlife of Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater before unwinding on the white sands of Zanzibar Island, enjoying rich culture, diving, snorkeling, and total relaxation.
Trip Highlights
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Day 2: Relaxing Day in Arusha
Day 3: Arusha National Park Safari
Day 4: Free Day or Mount Meru Waterfalls Hike
Day 5: Game Drive in Tarangire National Park
Days 6–9: Serengeti National Park (Central, West, and East)
Day 10: Explore Ngorongoro Crater
Day 11: Flight to Zanzibar
Days 12–17: Zanzibar Beach Vacation & Optional Activities
Day 18: Departure from Zanzibar
Optional Add-ons
- Stone Town Walking Tour
- Safari Blue Cruise
- Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and receive a warm welcome from your personal guide. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha and unwind from your journey.
- Accommodation: Ahadi Lodge
- Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 02 : Relaxing Day in Arusha
Spend this day at your leisure. Stay in at the lodge, enjoy a swim, or explore Arusha’s outskirts by bike, and shop for souvenirs at a local Maasai Market.
- Accommodation: Ahadi Lodge
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 03 : Arusha National Park
Your first safari adventure begins in Arusha National Park, home to colobus monkeys, albino baboons, Silvery-Cheeked Hornbills, lakes, waterfalls, and lush crater landscapes.
- Accommodation: Ahadi Lodge
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day at the lodge or opt for a nature hike to Mount Meru Waterfalls. Take a dip beneath the falls, enjoy a packed lunch, and look out for monkeys and vibrant birds.
- Accommodation: Ahadi Lodge
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 05 : Tarangire National Park
Explore Tarangire, famed for its ancient baobabs and massive elephant herds. Spot zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, and more, especially near the Tarangire River during the dry season.
- Accommodation: Manyara Best View Lodge & Spa
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06 :Serengeti National Park
Spend four full days discovering the legendary Serengeti, with game drives through the Central, West, and East regions. Track lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and thousands of migrating wildebeests.
- Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07 : Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08 : Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09 : Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 : Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact caldera, and marvel at its dense population of wildlife including black rhinos, lions, and flamingos.
- Accommodation: Manyara Best View Lodge & Spa
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 : Flight to Zanzibar
Fly to Zanzibar and transfer to your beach resort. Relax by the sea or begin exploring the island’s rich culture and vibrant markets.
- Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12 : Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Enjoy the next six days in paradise. Swim in turquoise waters, go snorkeling or scuba diving, sip fresh coconut juice on the beach, or explore Stone Town and local spice farms.
Recommended activity: Safari Blue Cruise or Stone Town Tour.
- Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13 : Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14 : Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 15 : Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16 : Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 17 : Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Accommodation: Fun Beach Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 18 : Departure
Depending on your flight time, enjoy a final morning on the beach. Your driver will transfer you to Zanzibar International Airport for your journey home.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast