Ultimate 2-Week Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari Itinerary
Experience the best of Tanzania on this 2-week adventure combining thrilling wildlife safaris with a relaxing Zanzibar beach escape. Begin your journey in northern Tanzania, exploring iconic national parks such as Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy game drives led by expert guides, with opportunities to spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros—alongside zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and flamingos.
After the safaris, transfer to the tropical island of Zanzibar to unwind on pristine white-sand beaches, explore historic Stone Town, and visit aromatic spice farms. This package offers the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation, making it ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, families, and travelers seeking a complete Tanzanian experience.
Ultimate 2-Week Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari Itinerary
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Meet your guide for a welcome briefing about your safari and relax after your journey. Overnight stay in Arusha.
Depart early for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and baobab trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and lions. Overnight at a lodge or tented camp inside or near the park.
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive in this diverse ecosystem, home to tree-climbing lions, hippos, and flamingos. Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near the park.
Drive to the Serengeti, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, witnessing lions, elephants, and other iconic wildlife. Overnight stay in a lodge or tented camp.
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Capture wildlife in their natural habitats, including predators and large herbivore herds, while enjoying the vast savannah landscapes. Overnight stay in Serengeti.
After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, spotting the Big Five and other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before transferring to your lodge on the crater rim. Overnight stay.
Optional cultural visit to the Hadzabe or Datoga tribes near Lake Eyasi to learn about traditional lifestyles. Enjoy interactions with local communities before returning to Arusha. Overnight stay in Arusha.
Fly from Arusha/Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar. Transfer to your beach resort and relax on the white sandy beaches or explore nearby attractions. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Explore the historic Stone Town with its narrow streets, old architecture, and markets. In the afternoon, visit a spice farm to see how Zanzibar’s famous spices are grown and harvested. Overnight at the beach resort.
Enjoy a full day at leisure for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, or optional water sports. Overnight stay at the beach resort.
Take a boat trip to Prison Island to see giant tortoises and enjoy snorkeling in coral reefs. Return to your resort for relaxation. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Visit Jozani Forest to see the rare red colobus monkeys, then explore nearby villages to learn about local culture and fishing communities. Return to the resort for leisure time. Overnight stay.
Spend a free day enjoying the beaches, optional excursions, or spa treatments. This is your last chance to relax and soak in the tropical island atmosphere. Overnight stay at the beach resort.
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight home, marking the end of your unforgettable 2-week Tanzanian adventure combining wildlife, culture, and island relaxation.
Ultimate 2-Week Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari Itinerary
cost includes
- All national park fees, conservation, and entry fees in Tanzania
- Professional English-speaking safari guides throughout the trip
- Experienced porters and cook crew for Kilimanjaro (if climbing included)
- All meals during Kilimanjaro climb and safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Quality camping equipment for Kilimanjaro climb (tents, sleeping mats, dining tent)
- Ground transfers between airports, parks, and hotels/resorts
- Accommodation: mid-range lodges, tented camps, and Zanzibar beach resort
- Domestic flight from Arusha/Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar
- Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara
- Cultural visits (Stone Town, spice farm, local villages, Jozani Forest)
- Clean drinking water throughout the safari
- Kilimanjaro summit certificate (if climb included)
cost excludes
- International flights to and from Tanzania
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, hiking boots, trekking poles, etc.)
- Tips for guides, porters, and cooks
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Equipment rental if needed
