The 8 Days Tanzania Combo Safari is an exciting adventure that combines wildlife safari in the Northern Circuit with a relaxing beach holiday in Zanzibar. The safari takes you to some of the best national parks in Tanzania, including Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. You’ll get to see a variety of wildlife, including the Big Five, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Tanzania’s savannah plains.
Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of the safari:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be met by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. You’ll have some time to relax and recover from your long flight before embarking on your safari the following day.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants and baobab trees. You’ll go on a game drive in the park, where you’ll see a variety of wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, lions, and more. In the evening, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, you’ll head to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and flamingos. You’ll go on a game drive in the park and see a variety of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, and baboons. In the evening, you’ll drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4-5: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous parks in Tanzania. You’ll spend two days exploring the park, going on game drives to see the Big Five and other wildlife, such as cheetahs, hyenas, and wildebeests. You’ll stay in a comfortable lodge in the park for two nights.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, you’ll drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking scenery and high concentration of wildlife. You’ll visit the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact caldera, and go on a game drive to see animals such as lions, elephants, and rhinos. In the evening, you’ll drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Zanzibar Island
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar Island, where you’ll spend the rest of your safari relaxing on the beach. You’ll check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to explore the island on your own.
Day 8: Zanzibar Island
You’ll have the entire day to relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. You can also take part in water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving. In the evening, you’ll have dinner at your hotel and prepare for your departure the following day.
Day 9: Departure
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or to your next destination.