10 Days Northern Circuit Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape
Overview
This 10-day tour blends the best of Tanzania’s wildlife-rich national parks and tranquil Indian Ocean coastline. Begin with a classic northern circuit safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, staying at comfortable mid-range accommodations. After thrilling game drives and Big Five encounters, you’ll fly to Zanzibar for several days of beachside relaxation at a boutique coastal resort. Ideal for those seeking both adventure and rejuvenation.
Included/Excluded
- All park fees
- All accommodation
- Airport transfers
- A professional safari driver guide
- All meals mentioned
- International flights
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Additional meals outside of what’s provided.
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Karatu
Upon arrival at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, your safari guide will greet you and drive you to your lodge in Karatu, a peaceful town nestled in the highlands. Settle into your lodge and relax after your journey. If time allows, take a complimentary guided tour of the town to get a glimpse of local life.
Main Destination: Karatu District
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Dinner included (Breakfast & lunch not included), Drinks not included
Day 2–3: Journey into the Serengeti
After breakfast, you’ll travel into the iconic Serengeti National Park, enjoying game viewing along the way. Stop for a picnic lunch and continue exploring the plains en route to your camp.
On Day 3, spend a full day immersed in wildlife viewing. The Serengeti is famed for its vast herds of wildebeest and zebra, as well as frequent sightings of predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Enjoy the classic African landscape and thrilling wildlife encounters.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Camp
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, Drinks not included
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
After an early breakfast, depart for a game drive inside the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to about 30,000 animals year-round, including rhinos, lions, elephants, and flocks of flamingos. Enjoy your picnic lunch in this natural amphitheatre, then drive back to Karatu for the night.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, Drinks not included
Day 5: Fly from Arusha to Zanzibar
Enjoy a leisurely morning at the lodge. If time permits, take a short stroll through Karatu for local shopping. Later, transfer to Arusha Airport for your domestic flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed by our driver and transferred to your beach resort on the island’s northeast coast.
Main Destination: Zanzibar Island
Accommodation: Villa Kiva Hotel
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Dinner included (Lunch not included), Drinks not included
Day 6–9: Zanzibar Beach Leisure
Spend the next four days enjoying the tranquil beauty of Zanzibar’s coast. Lounge on white-sand beaches, swim in the turquoise sea, and take in breathtaking sunsets. Optional activities such as snorkeling, spice farm tours, or a Stone Town excursion can be arranged upon request.
Main Destination: Zanzibar Island
Accommodation: Villa Kiva Hotel
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Dinner included (Lunch not included), Drinks not included
Day 10: Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast in paradise before checking out. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to stop by Stone Town for some last-minute shopping. Then, you'll be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey, bringing your unforgettable Tanzania adventure to a close.
Main Destination: Zanzibar Airport
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast included (Lunch & dinner not included), Drinks not included