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Safari & Beach Adventure
10-Day Serengeti, Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar Escape
- Dream Trails Expeditions
- 10 Day Tour
- Safari & Beach Adventure
From - $4500
Tour Overview
Embark on a 10-day journey blending Tanzania's premier safari destinations with Zanzibar's tropical paradise. Experience Tarangire's elephant herds, Ngorongoro Crater's Big Five, and four immersive days in Serengeti tracking the Great Migration (seasonal). Transition to Zanzibar for three days of relaxation on Nungwi Beach, cultural exploration in Stone Town, and adventures like snorkeling or a spice tour. This seamless safari and beach escape offers luxury, wildlife, and coastal bliss.
- Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
- Destinations: Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Zanzibar
- Starting Point: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Ending Point: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
- Accommodation: Luxury lodges, tented camps, beachfront resorts
- Activities: Game drives, Maasai cultural visits, optional balloon safari, beach relaxation, spice tour, snorkeling
- Difficulty: Easy, suitable for all ages
🦒 Tarangire National Park
- Track elephant herds among baobab trees
- Spot lions, giraffes, and 550+ bird species
🦏 Ngorongoro Crater
- Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Big Five sightings in a volcanic caldera
🦒 Serengeti National Park
- Four days of extended game drives
- Track the Great Migration (seasonal)
- Optional hot air balloon safari
🏖️ Zanzibar Coastal Escape
- Relax on Nungwi's white-sand beaches
- Explore Stone Town and spice farms
- Optional snorkeling or dhow cruise
💪 Physical Preparation
- Light activity: Long game drives, short walks
- Suitable for all fitness levels
🎒 Essential Packing List
Clothing
- Neutral-toned layers (khaki, beige) for safari
- Long sleeves/pants for insect protection
- Comfortable walking shoes, sandals for Zanzibar
- Swimwear, beach cover-up for Zanzibar
- Light jacket for early mornings
Personal Items
- Binoculars, camera with zoom lens
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+), wide-brimmed hat
- Insect repellent, reusable water bottle
- Small daypack for game drives
- Personal medications, basic first aid
🚗 Transportation
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Domestic flight: Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Private transfers: Airports, lodges, resorts
🎫 Permits & Fees
- All park and conservation fees included
- Serengeti National Park: $70/day
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area: $70/day + crater fee
- Tarangire National Park: $45/day
🏞️ Dry Seasons (Ideal for Wildlife & Beach)
- June–October: Dry, excellent for game viewing and beach activities
- December–February: Warm, calving season in Serengeti, great for Zanzibar
🌧️ Wet Seasons (Lush & Quiet)
- March–May: Heavy rains, lush landscapes, fewer crowds
- November: Short rains, vibrant birdlife, good for Tarangire
✔️ What's Included
- Premium accommodations (lodges, tented camps, beach resorts)
- Full board meals on safari, bed & breakfast in Zanzibar
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with expert guide
- Domestic flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar
- All national park fees and conservation area permits
- Airport transfers and ground transportation
- Bottled water and snacks during game drives
❌ What's Excluded
- International flights and visa fees
- Optional activities (balloon safari, diving, etc.)
- Alcoholic beverages and premium drinks
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Tips for guides and camp staff
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Private Safaris: Tailored for families, couples, or small groups
- Luxury Upgrades: Premium lodges, private villas, and exclusive experiences
- Photography Focus: Specialized vehicles with camera mounts and expert guides
- Extended Itineraries: Add Lake Manyara, Ruaha, or Mafia Island
- Honeymoon Packages: Romantic upgrades with private dinners and spa treatments
🌟 Our Advantages
- Expert Local Guides: Certified Tanzanian safari professionals with 10+ years experience
- Authentic & Luxury Stays: Comfort in the heart of the wild with carefully selected accommodations
- Unmatched Wildlife Access: Tailored routes for prime viewing based on seasonal movements
- Sustainable Travel: We support conservation and local communities through responsible tourism
- 24/7 Support: From booking to completion, we're with you every step
📩 Book at www.dreamtrailsexpeditions.com or contact us!
10-Day Safari & Beach Adventure Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Kilimanjaro International Airport → Arusha
- Elevation: 1,400m | Distance: 50 km / 31 miles
- Travel Time: 1 hour | Habitat: Urban
- Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Private transfer to your luxury lodge in Arusha
- Safari briefing with your guide over welcome drinks
- Evening at leisure to relax and prepare for your adventure
Overnight: Arusha Coffee Lodge (bed & breakfast)
02
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
- Elevation: 1,100m | Distance: 120 km / 75 miles
- Travel Time: 2.5 hours | Habitat: Baobab Woodland
- Morning departure after breakfast
- Full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park
- Lunch at a scenic picnic site under ancient baobab trees
- Afternoon game drive focusing on elephant herds and birdlife
- Sundowner drinks at the lodge overlooking the Tarangire River
Overnight: Tarangire Treetops Lodge (full board)
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Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
Tarangire → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Elevation: 2,286m (rim) | Distance: 150 km / 93 miles
- Travel Time: 3 hours | Habitat: Volcanic Caldera
- Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater
- Full-day game drive in this wildlife-rich ecosystem
- Picnic lunch by a hippo pool with crater views
- Afternoon game drive searching for the Big Five
- Optional visit to a Maasai village (additional cost)
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (full board)
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Day 4: Ngorongoro to Serengeti
Ngorongoro → Serengeti National Park
- Elevation: 1,500m | Distance: 200 km / 124 miles
- Travel Time: 4-5 hours | Habitat: Endless Plains
- Scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands
- Game viewing en route to Serengeti National Park
- Afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley
- Sunset game drive with opportunities for predator sightings
- Evening campfire and stargazing in the wilderness
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (full board)
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Day 5: Central Serengeti Exploration
Serengeti National Park
- Full-day game drives | Habitat: Savannah Plains
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise
- Dawn game drive for the best predator action
- Explore the Seronera River Valley wildlife hotspot
- Visit hippo pools and crocodile-filled rivers
- Afternoon game drive focusing on big cats
- Evening sundowner at a scenic viewpoint
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (full board)
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Day 6: Northern Serengeti Migration
Serengeti National Park
- Seasonal migration viewing (July-October)
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari
- Full-day game drive tracking the Great Migration
- Witness river crossings (seasonal)
- Picnic lunch in the bush with wildlife viewing
- Visit rocky kopjes where lions and leopards rest
- Evening storytelling session with your guide
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (full board)
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Day 7: Serengeti to Zanzibar
Serengeti → Zanzibar
- Flight: 1.5 hours | Distance: 500 km / 310 miles
- Habitat: Indian Ocean Beach
- Optional early morning balloon safari (additional cost)
- Short morning game drive before transfer
- Flight from Seronera Airstrip to Zanzibar
- Transfer to your beachfront resort in Nungwi
- Relaxation on the pristine white sand beaches
- Sunset cocktails overlooking the Indian Ocean
Overnight: The Z Hotel Zanzibar (bed & breakfast)
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Day 8: Zanzibar Beach Day
Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar
- Optional activities: Snorkeling, diving, spa
- Leisurely breakfast with ocean views
- Optional snorkeling trip to Mnemba Atoll
- Relaxation by the pool or on the beach
- Optional sunset dhow cruise (additional cost)
- Seafood dinner at the resort's beachfront restaurant
Overnight: The Z Hotel Zanzibar (bed & breakfast)
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Day 9: Stone Town & Spice Tour
Zanzibar Cultural Exploration
- Distance: 60 km / 37 miles (round trip)
- Travel Time: 1.5 hours each way
- Guided tour of historic Stone Town (UNESCO site)
- Visit the former slave market and Freddie Mercury House
- Spice farm tour with lunch and tasting
- Afternoon at leisure for shopping or beach time
- Farewell dinner at a beachfront restaurant
Overnight: The Z Hotel Zanzibar (bed & breakfast)
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Day 10: Departure from Zanzibar
Zanzibar Airport Transfer
- Transfer: 1.5 hours before flight
- Leisurely breakfast at the resort
- Final moments to enjoy the beach or pool
- Check-out and transfer to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
- Departure with unforgettable memories
End of Tour: Zanzibar Airport
