This 10-day journey gives you the best of both worlds: thrilling Big Five game drives in northern Tanzania’s top safari parks, followed by white-sand beaches and turquoise waters in Zanzibar. You’ll explore wildlife-filled savannahs and then unwind on the Indian Ocean coast.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport. Meet your guide and transfer to your lodge. Relax from your flight and prepare for the safari. Accommodation: Mrimba Palm Hotel Arusha.
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for massive elephants and giant baobab trees. Enjoy game drives along the Tarangire River where wildlife gathers. Accommodation: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge.
Morning drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore lush forests, hippo pools, flamingos, big troops of baboons, and—if lucky—tree-climbing lions. Accommodation: Country Lodge Karatu.
Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands into Serengeti. Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti (excellent for lions, leopards, cheetahs). Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp (Central Serengeti).
A full day dedicated to exploring the vast Serengeti. Search for the Big Five, big cats, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, and seasonal wildebeest migration herds. Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp.
Early morning game drive. Later, drive to Ngorongoro with optional Maasai village visit. Enjoy the sunset at the crater rim. Accommodation: Rhino Lodge (Ngorongoro Rim).
Descend 600 meters into the crater for a memorable half-day game drive. Spot rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and more. After lunch, drive to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Transfer to your Stone Town hotel. Accommodation: Tembo House Hotel – Stone Town.
Do a relaxed morning walk in Stone Town or take an optional Spice Tour / Prison Island visit. After lunch, transfer to the northern or eastern coast of Zanzibar for beach relaxation. Accommodation: Amaan Beach Bungalows (Nungwi Beach). —or— Pearl Beach Resort (East Coast).
A free day to enjoy the Indian Ocean. Optional activities: Snorkeling at Mnemba, Safari Blue boat trip, Diving, Sunset dhow cruise Accommodation: Amaan Beach Bungalows (or chosen beach resort).
Relax in the morning. Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight home. End of your Bush to Beach adventure..
This tour is customizable and can be tailored to your interests, budget, and travel dates for a personalized safari experience.