Quick Facts
| Duration | 7 days / 6 nights |
|---|---|
| Safari Style | Luxury private safari |
| Vehicle | Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser, pop-up roof |
| Highlights | Tarangire elephants, Serengeti big cats, Ngorongoro Crater, Nungwi & Kendwa beaches, Stone Town |
| Best Time to Visit | June–October (wildlife) · January–March (calving season) · Zanzibar is best June–October and December–February |
Four of Tanzania's best destinations in seven days. Tarangire's elephants and baobabs. The Serengeti's big cats and migration herds. The Ngorongoro Crater floor. Then two nights on Zanzibar's northern beaches.
This is a 100% private luxury safari. You travel in your own 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof. No minivans. No shared groups. Your guide, your schedule, your sightings.
Quick answer: Yes, 7 days is enough for a luxury Tanzania safari with Zanzibar. You get 4 safari days across 3 parks, then a domestic flight to the beach.
Safari Highlights
- 7 days / 6 nights across Tarangire, the Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar
- Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and unlimited mileage — your own guide and schedule
- Tarangire's large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
- A full day of Great Migration tracking and big-cat viewing in the Seronera River Valley
- A half-day descent onto the Ngorongoro Crater floor, one of Africa's densest wildlife populations
- A domestic flight from Manyara airstrip straight to Zanzibar
- Two nights on Zanzibar's white-sand Nungwi or Kendwa beaches
- A private Stone Town and spice farm tour included
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport to Tarangire National Park
Your guide meets you at JRO or your Arusha hotel. Load up the Land Cruiser and head to Tarangire (about 2 to 3 hours). Start your game drive by early afternoon. Tarangire is known for large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Look for lions, giraffes, and buffalo along the Tarangire River.
Day 2: Tarangire to Central Serengeti (Seronera River Valley)
Leave after breakfast. Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and into the Serengeti. Game viewing starts as soon as you enter the park. Your guide takes you into the Seronera River Valley, one of the best areas for lions and leopards. Expect an evening game drive as you reach camp.
Day 3: Full Day Serengeti (Great Migration Tracking & Big Cats)
A full day of game drives. Your guide follows the latest reports on herd movements. Watch for cheetahs on the open plains, leopards in the acacias, and lions on the kopjes. Take a bush breakfast or picnic lunch to stay out longer. Return for a rest, or go back out for golden-hour light.
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy one last morning game drive. Then drive out of the Serengeti and climb to the Ngorongoro crater rim. You arrive by mid-afternoon. Check in, relax, and take in the view over the caldera from your lodge.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Floor Game Drive, Then Fly to Zanzibar
Descend at sunrise for a half-day game drive on the crater floor. It holds one of Africa's densest wildlife populations. You may see black rhino, lions, hippos, and huge flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor. Then drive to Manyara airstrip and fly to Zanzibar's Abeid Amani Karume Airport (ZNZ). The route connects via Arusha or Dar es Salaam. A driver takes you to your beach resort in Nungwi or Kendwa.
Day 6: Zanzibar Beach Day + Private Stone Town & Spice Tour
Your choice. Spend the day on the white sand at Nungwi and Kendwa. Or add a private Stone Town and spice farm tour. Walk the old alleys, visit the markets, and taste fresh spices. Stone Town is about 1 to 1.5 hours from the north coast, so we plan an early start.
Optional add-on: private Stone Town and spice farm tour, included in the tour price — see inclusions. Choose a full beach day instead if you'd rather relax.
Day 7: Zanzibar Departure
Have a slow breakfast. Your private driver transfers you to ZNZ for your onward flight. Late flight? Ask about late checkout.
Get Free Quote ›Tour Cost & Pricing Matrix
100% Private Safari in a dedicated 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser. Prices are in USD per person, based on luxury lodges and tented camps. Travelling solo, or in a group of 7 or more? Contact us for a custom quote.
Season Guide
- Low SeasonApril–May, November
- High SeasonJanuary–March, June
- Peak SeasonJuly–October, 15 December–5 January
Luxury Safari Rates (Per Person)
| Party Size | Low Season | High Season | Peak Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Persons | $3,450 | $4,150 | $4,900 |
| 4 Persons | $3,150 | $3,800 | $4,500 |
| 6 Persons | $2,950 | $3,550 | $4,200 |
Travelling solo, or as a group of 7 or more? Contact us for a custom quote.
Get a Live Quote for Your Dates ›What's Included & Excluded
| ✓ | Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and unlimited mileage |
| ✓ | Professional private driver-guide |
| ✓ | All national park, conservation, and crater fees |
| ✓ | Luxury lodge or tented camp stays, full board on safari |
| ✓ | Domestic flight from Manyara to Zanzibar |
| ✓ | Private airport and resort transfers |
| ✓ | Bottled water on game drives |
| ✓ | Private Stone Town and spice tour |
| ✓ | Taxes and VAT |
| ✗ | International flights |
| ✗ | Tanzania e-visa |
| ✗ | Travel and medical insurance |
| ✗ | Drinks and personal items |
| ✗ | Tips for guides and staff |
| ✗ | Optional Zanzibar activities |
Getting There & Logistics
Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK). Your guide meets you at arrivals for a smooth start. JRO is about 45 minutes from Arusha.
On Day 5, you take a bush flight from Manyara airstrip to Zanzibar. The route connects through Arusha or Dar es Salaam. Light aircraft allow about 15 kg per person in soft bags. Leave hard cases at your Arusha hotel.
Depart from Zanzibar (ZNZ). We arrange every transfer.
