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Bush to Beach – Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Escape 

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Discover Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar in  one unforgettable journey 

DAY 1: ARRIVAL AT KILIMANJARO AIRPORT (JRO) 

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your  professional driver-guide just outside the arrival’s terminal, holding a personalized sign for easy  identification. After a friendly greeting, you will receive a short safari briefing covering your upcoming  journey, travel tips, and what to expect in the days ahead. Enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner and an  overnight stay at  www.kutokalodges.com 

DAY 2: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK 

After breakfast, followed by a picnic lunch, to Lake Manyara National Park. This impressive park is one of  Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife reserves. Its serene and remarkable beauty is a major draw, with  lions, elephants, and if you’re lucky enough you might see tree-climbing lions that can be observed up close. Lake Manyara is an alkaline lake that, at certain times of the year, is home to thousands of flamingos  and a wide variety of other birds. Dinner and overnight stay at Octagon Lodge. www.octagonlodge.com 

DAY 3: NGORONGORO CRATER – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK 

After breakfast, we descend into this magnificent crater for a game drive with a picnic lunch. The  Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s most densely populated wildlife reserves, home to approximately  30,000 animals, including some of Tanzania’s last black rhinos. At 8,300 km², the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest volcanic caldera and arguably the most spectacular. 

Later in the day, we travel to the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti House of Nature,  https://serengetihouseofnature.com/ 

DAY 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK 

Early departure after breakfast, followed by a safari in Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch. In the  heart of wild Africa, Serengeti National Park offers endless plains stretching as far as the eye can see. We will head towards the central area of the park, called Seronera, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the Serengeti. TheSeronera River, aprecioussourceof water, attracts wildlife representing most of the species  found in the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti House of Nature.  https://serengetihouseofnature.com/ 

DAY 5: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TO -TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK 

After an early breakfast, you will depart from the Ngorongoro area and begin your scenic journey toward  Tarangire National Park, carrying a picnic lunch to enjoy during the day. The drive takes you through  picturesque Maasai landscapes, dotted with traditional villages, open plains, and grazing livestock offering  a glimpse into local culture along the way.The landscape here is uniquely characterized by gently rolling  hills, vast savannahs, and iconic ancient baobab trees some of the largest on the continent alongside dense  acacia woodlands and expansive wetlands that attract a diverse array of birdlife and wildlife species. In the evening, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and share stories of the day’s sightings under the African sky, 

at Tarangire house of Nature 

DAY 6: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – DEPARTURE FOR ZANZIBAR 

Early morning wake-up. After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch.  You will observe wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals, as well as birds. At the  end of the day, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Dinner and overnight stay at the Dhow  Palace Hotel (https://dhowpalace.tz-zanzibar.com/) . 

THE PRICE INCLUDES: 

  1. Airport transfers 
  2. Private 4×4 transportation during the safari. Fully equipped vehicle with unlimited mileage during the safaris included in the itinerary. The vehicle features a sunroof providing shade and a 360° panoramic  view for optimal wildlife observation and exceptional photography. 
  3. Accommodation and meals as described in the itinerary. (Extras:snacks, coffee, and picnic basket  for special occasions) 
  4. National Park entrance fees 
  5. Crater access fees 
  6. Private safari 
  7. bottle of mineral water during the safari 
  8. Domestic flights (Round Trip) 
  9. English-speaking guide 

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: 

  1. Tanzanian visa 
  2. International flights 
  3. Gratuity for the driver-guide 
  4. Personal expenses(drinks not included in the meal plan, personal purchases, laundry, etc.) ZANZIBAR BEACH SAFARI

DAY 6: 

Arrival at Zanzibar Airport, then transfer to the Dhow Palace Hotel for the night at Dhow palace.  https://dhowpalace.zanzibar-hotels.net/en/ 

DAY 7: 

Visit to Stone Town and Prison Island. Dinner and overnightstay at the Dhow Palace Hotel.  https://dhowpalace.zanzibar-hotels.net/en/ 

DAY 8: 

Morning transfer to the north (Nungwi) for the Blue Safari. Dinner and overnightstay at Amaan Beach  Bungalow. https://amaanbungalows.tz-zanzibar.com/ 

DAY 9: DEPARTURE 

After breakfast, transfer from Amaan Beach Bungalow to the airport for your departure. 

PRICE INCLUDES: 

1: Round-trip airport transfers 2:  

Breakfast only 

3: Accommodation as described in the itinerary 

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: 

1: International flights 

2: Anything notmentioned in the itinerary 3:  

Zanzibar visa and insurance 

4: Gratuities and gifts

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