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10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday
TARANGIRE, NGORONGORO CRATER, SERENGETI & ZANZIBAR
Overview
10 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday Experience
The 10 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is an unforgettable journey combining Tanzania’s famous wildlife parks with the tropical beaches of Zanzibar. Explore Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park with exciting game drives and excellent opportunities to see the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino. Depending on the season, you may also experience the Great Serengeti Migration while enjoying Tanzania’s spectacular landscapes and rich wildlife.
After your safari, fly to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach holiday at Matemwe Sand Beach Resort. Enjoy beautiful beaches, marine adventures, and cultural experiences including Mnemba Atoll, Matemwe Village, Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank, Kigomani Beach, and a sunset dhow cruise. This Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday is designed to balance wildlife, culture, adventure, and relaxation, making it ideal for couples, families, friends, and solo travelers.
What Makes This Safari Special
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Safari & Beach Combo – Experience Tanzania’s wildlife and Zanzibar’s beaches in one trip.
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Big Five Wildlife – Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos.
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Private 4×4 Safari – Enjoy comfortable and flexible game drives.
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Expert Local Guides – Travel with knowledgeable professional safari guides.
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Zanzibar Experiences – Discover beaches, marine life, culture, and historic sites.
Start Planning
Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday Experience
Plan Your Safari
Explore Your Safari Itinerary
1
Day
Arrival in Tanzania → Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your Meilleur Tours representative. Meet your private driver and enjoy a comfortable transfer to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s famous northern safari circuit. After checking in at Kibo Palace, take time to relax after your international journey. Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy the hotel facilities or take a short walk around Arusha. In the evening, meet your safari team for a briefing about the days ahead, including the parks you will visit, wildlife experiences, and what to expect during your game drives.
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Main Destination: Arusha
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Activities: Airport pickup, private transfer, hotel check-in, safari briefing
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Experience: Arrival, relaxation, and preparation for your safari
Accomodation
Kibo Palace
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
2
Day
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, meet your professional safari guide and begin your journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s scenic wildlife destinations. As you enter the park, the landscape changes to open grasslands, woodland, seasonal rivers, and impressive baobab trees. Begin your game drive in search of elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, warthogs, and numerous bird species. Stop for a picnic lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, leave Tarangire and drive toward Karatu, where you will check in and enjoy a relaxing evening.
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Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
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Activities: Game drive, picnic lunch, wildlife viewing, photography
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Wildlife Highlights: Elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, birds
Accomodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge – Karatu
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3
Day
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive → Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for a game drive across open grasslands, wetlands, forests, and the shores of Lake Magadi. Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch before ascending and continuing toward Serengeti National Park through scenic highlands and open plains. Depending on arrival time, enjoy wildlife viewing along the way before reaching your camp.
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Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti National Park
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Activities: Crater game drive, picnic lunch, scenic drive, wildlife viewing
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Wildlife Highlights: Lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas
Accomodation
Tanzania Bush Camp
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4
Day
Full-Day Serengeti National Park
Wake up early and prepare for a full day exploring Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. Begin with a morning game drive when animals are most active, then continue across the vast plains with your experienced guide. Look for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, leopards, and lions. Depending on the season and location of the herds, you may also witness the Great Serengeti Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive and returning to camp in the evening.
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Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
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Activities: Full-day game drive, picnic lunch, wildlife viewing, photography
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Wildlife Highlights: Lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes
Accomodation
Tanzania Bush Camp
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
5
Day
Serengeti Game Drive → Flight to Zanzibar
Enjoy your final morning in Serengeti National Park with an early game drive, giving you one more chance to spot wildlife across the plains before leaving the park. Your guide will choose a suitable route to the airstrip, allowing time for additional wildlife viewing along the way. Board your late-afternoon domestic flight to Zanzibar and enjoy scenic views as you travel from the mainland to the Indian Ocean. On arrival, meet your private driver and transfer to Matemwe Sand Beach Resort. Check in, settle into your room, and relax by the coast.
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Main Destination: Serengeti National Park → Zanzibar
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Activities: Morning game drive, domestic flight, private transfer, beach relaxation
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Highlights: Serengeti wildlife, scenic flight, Zanzibar coastline
Accomodation
Matemwe Sand Beach Resort
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
6
Day
Mnemba Atoll Snorkeling & Matemwe Village Tour
After breakfast, begin your first full day in Zanzibar with a Mnemba Atoll snorkeling adventure from Matemwe. Take a boat across the clear Indian Ocean and explore colorful coral reefs and tropical marine life. After snorkeling, return to Matemwe for a guided Matemwe Village Tour, where you can discover local traditions, fishing activities, and everyday coastal life. Return to Matemwe Sand Beach Resort in the afternoon and enjoy time to relax by the beach or at the resort.
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Main Destination: Matemwe & Mnemba Atoll
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Activities: Snorkeling, boat trip, village tour, cultural experience
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Highlights: Coral reefs, tropical fish, local culture, coastal scenery
Accomodation
Matemwe Sand Beach Resort
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
7
Day
Stone Town Tour & Spice Tour
After breakfast, leave Matemwe and travel to Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar. Enjoy a guided walking tour through its narrow streets, discovering historic buildings, local markets, traditional architecture, and the island’s rich cultural heritage shaped by African, Arab, Indian, and European influences. Continue to a local Spice Farm, where you can learn about Zanzibar’s famous spices, including cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and cardamom. Explore the plantations, discover traditional uses of the spices, and enjoy the tropical surroundings before returning to Matemwe for a relaxing evening.
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Main Destination: Stone Town & Spice Farm
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Activities: Stone Town tour, sightseeing, cultural experience, spice tour
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Highlights: History, architecture, local markets, spices, tropical scenery
Accomodation
Matemwe Sand Beach Resort
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
8
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Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank
After breakfast, travel toward Zanzibar’s west coast for a memorable day on the Indian Ocean. Take a boat across the turquoise waters to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island. Explore the island, learn about its history, and see the famous giant Aldabra tortoises. Continue by boat to Nakupenda Sandbank, a beautiful stretch of white sand surrounded by clear turquoise water. Spend time swimming, relaxing on the sand, and enjoying the peaceful marine environment. Depending on the arrangement, you can also enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on the sandbank before returning to the mainland and driving back to Matemwe.
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Main Destination: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank
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Activities: Boat trip, island tour, swimming, beach relaxation, photography
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Highlights: Giant tortoises, white sand, turquoise waters, Indian Ocean scenery
Accomodation
Matemwe Sand Beach Resort
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
9
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Kigomani Beach Experience & Sunset Dhow Cruise
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before exploring the beautiful coastline around Kigomani, close to Matemwe. Spend the morning walking along the white sands, taking photographs, or relaxing beside the turquoise waters while experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of Zanzibar’s northeast coast. You may also see traditional fishing boats and local coastal life. In the late afternoon, board a traditional dhow boat for a scenic sunset cruise along the coast. Enjoy the ocean breeze and beautiful Indian Ocean views as the sun sets, then return to Matemwe Sand Beach Resort for your final evening.
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Main Destination: Kigomani & Matemwe
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Activities: Beach experience, coastal walk, sightseeing, sunset dhow cruise
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Highlights: White-sand beaches, fishing boats, ocean views, sunset
Accomodation
Matemwe Sand Beach Resort
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
10
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Matemwe → Zanzibar Airport → Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast at Matemwe Sand Beach Resort before checking out. Depending on your flight time, relax by the beach or take a final walk along the coast. Later, meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight. This marks the end of your 10 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday, combining unforgettable wildlife, culture, and tropical beach experiences.
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Main Destination: Zanzibar
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Activities: Breakfast, leisure time, airport transfer, departure
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Highlights: Final beach moments and departure
Meals Plan: Breakfast
Safari Includes
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Park entry fees for Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara
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All game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Professional English-speaking safari guide
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Accommodation during the safari (lodges or camps)
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All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
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Drinking water during the safari
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Airport pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
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Government taxes and VAT
Safari Excludes
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International and domestic flights
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Visa fees for Tanzania
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Travel insurance
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Tips for the guide and safari crew
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Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)
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Optional activities (like balloon safari in Serengeti National Park)
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Alcoholic and soft drinks
Good To Know
Practical tips of the day
Sun Protection
Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, especially during the daytime game drive and outdoor activities.
Bring a Camera
Keep your camera or phone ready for wildlife, birds, Mount Meru views, forests, and beautiful landscapes.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear light, comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes. Mornings can be cool, so a light jacket is recommended.
Carry Some Cash
Bring some USD or Tanzanian shillings for guide tips, drinks, souvenirs, or other personal purchases.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a reusable water bottle and drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially during warmer hours.
Suitable for Most Travelers
The tour can be enjoyed by couples, families, friends, and solo travelers. Some walking activities may be included, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Important Safari Information
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By default, our tours include shared accommodation in twin or double rooms, unless you request something different. A single room is available at an extra cost. Please check your program for full accommodation details.
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In Arusha and Moshi, most hotels include breakfast only, unless stated otherwise. Please check your itinerary to see your meal plan for each night.
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Most safari lodges in Tanzania do not include drinks like tea, coffee, soft drinks, or alcohol. This helps keep your safari cost lower. You can order and pay for drinks directly at the lodge or camp.
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Tented lodges are very common during safari. These camps are comfortable but also eco-friendly. Many use solar power, so you may have limited Wi-Fi, bucket showers, or no hair dryers. This helps protect nature and reduce environmental impact.
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We recommend checking the accommodation details in your itinerary to make sure the safari matches your travel style and comfort level.
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