7 Days Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Group Size
Unlimited
Travel Styles
Nature & Adventure
Starts from $1,214.40 Per person
Tour Overview:
Experience the 7 Day Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday, combining unforgettable wildlife encounters with a relaxing tropical escape. Explore Tanzania’s iconic Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater on luxury game drives before flying to Zanzibar for beautiful beaches and island relaxation.
Enjoy premium accommodation, expert local guides, exceptional wildlife viewing, and carefully planned transfers throughout your journey. Explore more Tanzania Safari Itineraries or learn more about Tanzania’s protected areas from TANAPA.
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Trip Type: Private Group
Travel on your own schedule with full flexibility in dates, pace, and itinerary. Pricing is tailored to your private group size, and you can enjoy a fully customized experience!
Age Requirements: 3+
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Safari Tour Seasons & Pricing
Low Season
Apr - May
2 Person
$1,670.90
4 Person
$1,328.53
6 Person
$1,214.40
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$1,851.85
4 Person
$1,509.48
6 Person
$1,395.35
7+
Upon Request
Low Season
Apr - May
2 Person
$2,866.60
4 Person
$2,524.23
6 Person
$2,410.10
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$3,395.15
4 Person
$3,052.78
6 Person
$2,938.65
7+
Upon Request
Low Season
Apr - May
2 Person
$3,457.30
4 Person
$3,114.93
6 Person
$3,000.80
7+
Upon Request
Peak Season
July-Oct / Dec - Jan
2 Person
$4,106.30
4 Person
$3,763.93
6 Person
$3,649.80
7+
Upon Request
You’ll Visit
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Karatu
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our safari representative and professional driver-guide. After a short briefing, you will begin your drive toward Karatu, located near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The journey offers beautiful views of northern Tanzania’s countryside, local villages, farms, and the Great Rift Valley landscape. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 1 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Half Board
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Planet Lodge 3*
Signature
Arusha Coffee Lodge 4*
Premium
Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge 5*
Day 2: Karatu – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with packed lunch boxes. The area is known for its dramatic highland scenery, Maasai culture, volcanic landscapes, and rich wildlife.
You will enjoy the beautiful views around the Ngorongoro highlands before proceeding to your lodge for dinner and overnight. This overnight stay places you close to the crater for the following day’s safari experience.
Day 2 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Eilleens Lodge 3*
Signature
Ngorongoro Coffe Lodge 4*
Premium
Meliá Ngorongoro Lodge 5*
Day 3: Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive on the crater floor. The crater is one of Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife destinations and offers excellent year-round game viewing.
You may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, jackals, and, with luck, the rare black rhino. Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic site before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, ascend the crater walls and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Eilleens Lodge 3*
Signature
Ngorongoro Coffe Lodge 4*
Premium
Meliá Ngorongoro Lodge 5*
Day 4: Ngorongoro – Arusha Airport – Flight to Zanzibar
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your beach hotel.
The rest of the day is free for relaxation. You may enjoy the beach, ocean views, hotel facilities, and the peaceful island atmosphere after your safari experience.
Day 4 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Blue ocean resort 3*
Signature
Melia Zanzibar 4*
Premium
Meliá Zanzibar 5*
Day 5: Full Day Leisure in Zanzibar
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Zanzibar. This day is designed for rest and relaxation by the Indian Ocean.
You may spend the day enjoying the beach, swimming pool, spa, or optional island activities such as a Stone Town tour, spice farm visit, snorkeling trip, Prison Island visit, or sunset dhow cruise.
Day 5 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Blue ocean resort 3*
Signature
Melia Zanzibar 4*
Premium
Meliá Zanzibar 5*
Day 6: Full Day Leisure in Zanzibar
Spend another relaxing day at leisure in Zanzibar. Enjoy the white sandy beach, ocean breeze, and calm island atmosphere.
This extra beach day gives you time to unwind, enjoy the resort, or take part in optional Zanzibar experiences depending on your interests.
Day 6 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Blue ocean resort 3*
Signature
Melia Zanzibar 4*
Premium
Meliá Zanzibar 5*
Day 7: Zanzibar Hotel – Zanzibar Airport Departure
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Zanzibar. Depending on your flight schedule, you will have lunch at Meliá Zanzibar before being transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.
This marks the end of your 7-day luxury Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holiday, leaving you with memorable experiences from Ngorongoro Crater and the Indian Ocean coast.
Day 6 | Accommodation
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Options based on your package:
Explorer
Blue ocean resort 3*
Signature
Melia Zanzibar 4*
Premium
Meliá Zanzibar 5*
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What's included
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser for the safari section
- Transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Transfer to Arusha Airport for Zanzibar flight
- Zanzibar Airport transfers
- Accommodation at all mentioned lodges and beach hotels
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees
- Crater descent fee
- All government taxes
- Packed lunches during safari days
- Lunch on departure day in Zanzibar
- 1 litre of mineral water per person per day while on safari
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide during safari
What's not included
- Visa
- International flights
- Tips for lodge and hotel staff
- Tips for driver-guide
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional Zanzibar activities
- Optional safari activities such as cultural visit, walking safari, or sundowner
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a 7 Day Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday?
The package can include luxury accommodation, private safari transportation, professional guides, park and conservation fees, meals, game drives, airport transfers, domestic flights, and Zanzibar accommodation depending on the selected package. Check the inclusions section for the exact services provided.
How much does a 7 Day Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday cost?
The cost depends on the travel season, number of travelers, luxury accommodation level, safari destinations, flights, and Zanzibar activities. Contact Guruguru Safaris for a personalized quotation based on your preferred dates and travel style.
Can I see the Big Five on this luxury Tanzania safari?
Yes. The safari can include destinations such as Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, where travelers have opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinoceroses. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed because animals move freely in their natural habitat.
Is 7 days enough for a Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holiday?
Yes. A carefully planned 7-day itinerary can combine several of Tanzania’s premier wildlife destinations with a relaxing Zanzibar experience. The itinerary can be adjusted to prioritize either wildlife, luxury accommodation, or beach relaxation.
What is the best time for a luxury Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holiday?
Tanzania can be visited throughout the year. June to October generally offers excellent wildlife viewing, while January to March is particularly attractive for the Serengeti calving season. Zanzibar is also suitable for a beach holiday during much of the year, although weather patterns vary seasonally.
Which places will I visit on the 7 Day Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday?
The itinerary can include destinations such as Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, and Zanzibar. The exact route depends on your travel dates, interests, and preferred accommodation.
Can I customize the luxury Tanzania safari and Zanzibar package?
Yes. The itinerary can be customized according to your travel dates, accommodation preferences, budget, safari interests, and Zanzibar activities. You can also request private game drives, luxury lodge upgrades, or additional nights in Zanzibar.
Why combine a Tanzania safari with a Zanzibar holiday?
Combining a safari with Zanzibar gives you two different experiences in one trip: exciting wildlife encounters in Tanzania’s national parks followed by relaxation on Zanzibar’s beaches. It is particularly suitable for couples, honeymooners, families, and travelers looking for a luxury African vacation.
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