9 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Your unforgettable Tanzania safari journey begins the moment you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). A professional Sunlife Tours safari coordinator will greet you with a warm welcome and assist you with a seamless private transfer to Arusha, the gateway to Northern Tanzania’s premier wildlife parks.

Enjoy the scenic drive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as your guide offers a brief overview of your safari itinerary, ensuring you’re well prepared for the days ahead. Upon arrival at the charming Arusha Planet Lodge, nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, you’ll have time to relax and recover from your international flight.

Settle into your room, enjoy the peaceful ambiance, and look forward to a delicious welcome dinner at the lodge’s on-site restaurant. This is the perfect beginning to your Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner & Breakfast Included

After an early breakfast, your exciting northern Tanzania safari kicks off as you head to the renowned Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem famous for its towering baobab trees, picturesque savannahs, and impressive elephant migration. This park is one of the best places in East Africa for elephant sightings, and it also offers excellent opportunities to spot lions, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and a wide array of birdlife.

Enjoy a full-day game drive with your expert Sunlife Tours guide, traversing diverse ecosystems ranging from riverine woodlands to open plains, all teeming with wildlife. You’ll pause for a scenic picnic lunch inside the park to maximize your time in the wild.

By late afternoon, travel to the charming highland town of Karatu, where you’ll check in at Kudu Lodge—a peaceful retreat nestled in lush gardens. Unwind after a rewarding day on safari, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and rest up for tomorrow’s adventure.

Accommodation: Kudu Lodge Karatu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading into one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations — the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. Known as the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an extraordinary concentration of animals, making it a top highlight of any Tanzania safari.

Descend 600 meters to the Crater floor for a thrilling game drive, where you’ll have a rare chance to see the legendary Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the critically endangered black rhino. The crater also teems with wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, hippos, and spotted hyenas, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters amid its lush and varied ecosystems.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site near the hippo pool, then ascend the Crater rim and continue your journey toward the vast, wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you’ll enjoy en-route game viewing, spotting animals and soaking in the breathtaking landscapes.

Arrive in the Serengeti Wilderness by late afternoon and settle into your camp surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

Accommodation: Serengeti Wildebeest Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out for an unforgettable full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park, one of the most iconic and biodiverse ecosystems in Africa. Known for its endless golden plains, the Serengeti is the heart of Tanzania’s safari circuit and offers world-class wildlife viewing throughout the year.

Today’s adventure takes you deep into the park’s diverse regions, tracking the movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) and searching for the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and (if lucky) the black rhino. With guidance from your experienced Sunlife Tours safari guide, you’ll also have close encounters with cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, and countless species of birds.

Pause midday to enjoy a bush picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park, then continue exploring new areas during your afternoon game drive, soaking in the raw beauty of the African wilderness.

As the sun sets, return to your comfortable Serengeti Wildebeest Camp for a freshly prepared dinner and a night under the stars in the heart of the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Serengeti Wildebeest Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Begin your morning with breakfast at your safari camp, followed by a final game drive in Serengeti National Park, taking in your last moments of Tanzania’s remarkable wildlife. Capture unforgettable photos of the Serengeti’s rich biodiversity, from predators on the prowl to grazing herds moving across the open plains.

After your game drive, you’ll be transferred to the nearest Serengeti airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar Island. Enjoy a stunning aerial journey as you soar above the vast Serengeti plains and the turquoise coastline of the Indian Ocean.

Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, a Sunlife Tours representative will greet you and provide a comfortable private transfer to your beachside resort. Check in at the serene Zanzibar Beach Resort, where you can unwind on the white-sand beaches, take a dip in the warm waters, or simply relax beneath swaying palm trees.

This marks the beginning of the beach relaxation portion of your Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holiday.

Accommodation:Dream of  Zanzibar Beach Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Enjoy the warm breeze and turquoise waters as you spend your days unwinding on the powdery white sands of Zanzibar’s world-famous beaches. Relax at your beachfront resort or lounge by the pool surrounded by swaying palm trees and the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean

For those looking to explore more of the island, Sunlife Tours offers a variety of guided excursions tailored to your interests. Choose to discover the rich flavors of the island on a Spice Plantation Tour or take a cultural journey through the historic streets of Stone Town. Set out on a dolphin-watching tour or visit Prison Island to meet the giant tortoises and learn about its unique past. Nature lovers can enjoy a guided walk in Jozani Forest, home to the rare Red Colobus monkeys. You can also embark on a full-day Safari Blue adventure or enjoy a romantic sunset dhow cruise along the coast

Accommodation: Dream of Zanzibar Resort

Meal Plan:breakfast lunch and dinner

Breakfast at the hotel then spend time at the hotel (with check out time at 10.00 hrs), then depending on your schedule you will be transferred to the Zanzibar airport for your flight back home. Day room can be arranged at extra cost.