10-Day Mid-Range Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Adventure

Days

10 Days

Price

From $2650 Pp

Destinations

Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP, Zanzibar

Overview

Experience the perfect combination of Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife and Zanzibar’s tropical coastline on this 10-Day Mid-Range Safari and Zanzibar Adventure with Mndeme Safari.

Your journey begins in Arusha before heading into Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, giant baobab trees and classic African landscapes. Continue to the legendary Serengeti National Park for unforgettable game drives in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, wildebeest and many other species.

The safari concludes with a visit to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania’s most rewarding Big Five destinations.

After several exciting days in the wilderness, fly to Zanzibar and exchange the African savannah for white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and the relaxed atmosphere of the Indian Ocean. Discover Zanzibar’s culture and spices, enjoy swimming and snorkelling, and finish your journey with time to relax on the beach.

This itinerary is ideal for couples, honeymooners, families and friends looking for a comfortable and affordable combination of wildlife safari and Zanzibar beach holiday.

Itinerary

Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a Mndeme Safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
After check-in, spend the remainder of the day relaxing after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the hotel surroundings before meeting your professional safari guide for a short briefing about the adventure ahead.

driving distance

Approx. 50 km | 1–1.5 hours

Meals

Dinner

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and travel to Tarangire National Park for your first exciting game drive.
Explore beautiful landscapes dominated by ancient baobab trees, open savannah and the Tarangire River.
The park is particularly famous for its large elephant herds, while giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes and predators such as lions can also be encountered.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon wildlife viewing.
Later, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

driving distance

Approx. 120 km | 2–2.5 hours

Meals

All meals included

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, begin your scenic journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park.
Travel through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the Serengeti through Naabi Hill Gate.
As the landscape opens into vast plains, your transfer becomes an exciting game drive. Search for giraffes, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles and predators while travelling toward Central Serengeti.
Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way before continuing your afternoon safari.
Arrive at your tented camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

driving distance

Approx. 250 km | 5–6 hours

Meals

All meals included

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Serengeti ecosystem.

Set out early with your professional guide when wildlife is particularly active. Explore the Seronera region and surrounding plains in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest.

Your guide will adjust the route according to current wildlife movements and recent sightings to maximise your game-viewing opportunities.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation beneath the Serengeti sky.

driving distance

Approx. 60–120 km of game driving | Full-day safari

Meals

All meals included

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive through Serengeti before travelling toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable afternoon game drive.
Explore the crater floor in search of lions, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and, with some luck, the endangered black rhinoceros.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the spectacular crater scenery.
Later, ascend the crater wall and continue to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

driving distance

Approx. 145 km transfer plus crater game drive | 3–4 hours before extended game viewing

Meals

All meals included

Ngorongoro Highlands – Fly to Zanzibar

After breakfast, leave the Ngorongoro Highlands and transfer toward the airport for your domestic flight to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival on the island, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel.
The atmosphere changes completely as your wildlife adventure turns into a tropical island escape.
Spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing beside the Indian Ocean, swimming or simply enjoying Zanzibar’s beautiful coastline.

driving distance

Road transfer to airport + domestic flight to Zanzibar

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Stone Town & Zanzibar Spice Experience

After breakfast, spend the day discovering Zanzibar’s fascinating history and rich cultural heritage.
Explore the atmospheric streets of Stone Town, where African, Arab, Indian and European influences have shaped the island for centuries.
Continue with a guided spice experience and discover why Zanzibar is known as the Spice Island. Learn about cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and other tropical plants grown across the island.
Later, transfer toward the northern coast and check into your beach hotel.

driving distance

Approx. 60–70 km total local touring and transfer

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Mnemba Island Snorkeling Adventure

After breakfast, head out for an exciting ocean adventure near Mnemba Island.

Enjoy the warm turquoise waters of Zanzibar while snorkelling in areas known for colourful tropical fish and coral reefs.

After your marine adventure, return to your hotel and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing on the beach.

This day provides the perfect combination of activity and tropical relaxation.

driving distance

Local road and boat transfers

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation

Today is completely dedicated to relaxation on Zanzibar’s beautiful northern coastline.
Wake up at your own pace and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before spending the day beside the Indian Ocean.
Swim in the warm turquoise water, relax beneath the palm trees, walk along the white sandy beach or simply enjoy the facilities at your hotel.
Optional activities can also be arranged for guests who would like to explore more of the island.
As evening approaches, enjoy one final Zanzibar sunset and a peaceful night on the coast.

driving distance

Minimal local driving

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Zanzibar Departure – Farewell Tanzania

Enjoy your final breakfast in Zanzibar and spend some free time relaxing depending on your flight schedule.

At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey.

Your 10-Day Mid-Range Safari and Zanzibar Adventure comes to an end with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, Serengeti landscapes, Ngorongoro Crater and the tropical beaches of Zanzibar.

driving distance

Approx. 60 km | 1–1.5 hours from the northern coast to Zanzibar Airport

Meals

Breakfast

What's Included & What's Not

A clear overview of what’s included in your Mndeme Safari experience, and what to plan for separately

Inclusions

INCLUDED IN YOUR SAFARI

Exclusions

NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR SAFARI

Pricing

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