Five days of big-game safari followed by four barefoot days on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches.
The perfect Tanzania combination. Start with Tarangire, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, then fly straight from Arusha to Zanzibar to recover on the beach with turquoise water and fresh seafood.
We can arrange a Stone Town walking tour, spice farm visit or Safari Blue sailing day during your beach stay.
Your Tobiko driver meets you at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha and transfers you to your hotel. Your guide stops by for a short trip briefing – then the rest of the day is yours to relax after the flight.
Overnight: Arusha hotel (B&B)
Drive about two hours west to Tarangire, famous for its huge elephant herds and giant baobab trees. Spend the day on game drives along the Tarangire River, where buffalo, giraffe, zebra and big cats come to drink, with a picnic lunch in the park.
Overnight: lodge or tented camp near Tarangire / Karatu (full board)
Climb the forested rim of the Ngorongoro highlands, stop at the crater viewpoint and descend to the open Serengeti plains. Game drive en route to your camp in the central Seronera Valley – lion and leopard country.
Overnight: Serengeti camp (full board)
A full day exploring the Serengeti at your own pace. Start early when predators are most active, follow the herds, and enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree. Your guide adapts the route to the latest sightings and the Great Migration’s position.
Overnight: Serengeti camp (full board)
Final morning game drive in the Serengeti, then drive back to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing Maasai settlements and Olduvai Gorge along the way.
Overnight: lodge on the crater rim or in Karatu (full board)
Morning game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, then transfer to Arusha airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Transfer to your beach hotel.
Overnight: Zanzibar beach hotel
Days at leisure on the beach – swim, snorkel, try a dhow sunset cruise or take an optional Stone Town and spice farm tour.
Another free day to relax. Ask us about Mnemba Atoll snorkelling or the Safari Blue sailing trip.
Transfer to Zanzibar airport for your flight home. Kwaheri – until next time!
| Style | What to expect | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Camping | Spacious dome tents in public campsites, camp cook, hot meals and shared facilities. Real bush atmosphere at the best price. | Adventurous travellers, budget-conscious |
| Mid-Range Lodges & Tented Camps | Comfortable en-suite rooms or permanent tents, swimming pools at many lodges, buffet or plated meals. | Families, first-time safari-goers |
| Luxury Camps & Lodges | Intimate camps in prime wildlife areas, private decks, fine dining, sundowners and attentive service. | Honeymooners, special occasions |
Your planner will suggest specific camps for your travel month and budget — and you can mix styles, for example luxury in the Serengeti and mid-range elsewhere.
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination. June–October offers dry-season game viewing and Mara River crossings; January–March is calving season in the southern Serengeti; April–May is green, quiet and great value. Read our month-by-month guide.
Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We meet you on arrival and handle every transfer — domestic flights to the Serengeti or Zanzibar can be added.
You travel in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, charging points, cool box and binoculars. Days start early for the best wildlife activity, with a relaxed lunch break and an afternoon drive.
Neutral-coloured layers, a warm fleece for early mornings, sun hat, sunscreen and a soft bag. See our full safari packing list.
Yes. Every Tobiko safari is private — your own vehicle and guide, at your own pace.
Absolutely. Add days, swap parks, upgrade lodges or add Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro — this itinerary is a starting point.
The price depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level. Send the quick form and we will reply with an exact, all-inclusive quote within 24 hours.
Yes — we adapt driving times, choose family-friendly lodges and can arrange child seats.
Tarangire, Ngorongoro
A compact, fully private safari to Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater – ideal before or after a Kilimanjaro climb or Zanzibar.
Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
Tarangire, a night in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater – the essential Northern Circuit in four days.
Tarangire, Serengeti (2 nights), Ngorongoro
Two full nights in the Serengeti plus Tarangire and the Crater – our best-balanced classic safari.
Every itinerary can be adjusted — more days, different camps, add Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro. Tell us what you have in mind and we will tailor it within 24 hours.
