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11-Day Best of Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari

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From Arusha to Stonetown

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It was one of the best experiences of our lives! Lions roared across the vast grasslands, and we saw cheetahs and zebras running.
ZemiroZ•traveled in March5.0
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Operator: Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris
Safari: Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge ( Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu or similar. )
Included Activities
- Game drive at Tarangire National Park
Optional Activities
- Hot air balloon - USD 500 per person
- Maasai boma visit - USD 50 per vehicle
- Sundowners - USD 50 per person sharing
Landmarks
Tarangire National Park
Day 2
Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp)
Included Activities
- Game drive at Serengeti National Park
Landmarks
Serengeti National Park
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp)
Included Activities
- Full-day game drive at Serengeti National Park
Landmarks
Serengeti National Park
Day 4
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch at game drive site), Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Ngorongoro Safari Lodge or Similar.)
Included Activities
- Full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park
- Bird watching (500+ species including augur buzzard, kori bustard, black-headed heron, white-backed vulture)
- Picnic lunch at game drive site
- Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Optional Activities
- Hot air balloon - USD 500 per person
- Maasai boma visit - USD 50 per vehicle
- Sundowners - USD 50 per person sharing
Landmarks
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge ( Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu or similar. )
Included Activities
- Game drive at Ngorongoro Crater
Landmarks
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 6
Lake Manyara to Arusha
Lake Manyara to Arusha
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Game drive at Lake Manyara National Park
Optional Activities
- 2-hour walking safari
Landmarks
Lake Manyara National Park
Day 7
Arusha to Zanzibar
Arusha to Zanzibar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Lodge (Zanzibar Serena Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Stone Town Old Town guided tour
- Spice Tour
- Prison Island tour
- Jozani Forest tour
Landmarks
Stone Town
Days 8 - 10
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Lodge (Zanzibar Serena Hotel)
Included Activities
- Beach relaxation
Optional Activities
- Sea sports and water activities
Landmarks
Zanzibar
Day 11
Zanzibar Departure
Zanzibar Departure
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation

Landmarks
Tarangire National Park

Landmarks
Serengeti National Park

Landmarks
Serengeti National Park

Landmarks
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Landmarks
Ngorongoro Crater

Landmarks
Lake Manyara National Park

Landmarks
Stone Town

Landmarks
Zanzibar

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Where You'll Stay

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Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu or similar.
Lodge
Days 1, 5
Upgrade Available
Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
Lodge
Days 2, 3
Upgrade Available
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge or Similar.
Lodge
day 4
Upgrade Available
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotel 3*
day 6
Upgrade Available
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Lodge
Days 7, 8

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ZemiroZ5.0•March 2025
Our family recently went on an 11-day Tanzania and Zanzibar safari with Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris, and...
Our family recently went on an 11-day Tanzania and Zanzibar safari with Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris, and honestly—it was one of the best experiences of our lives! 🌍 Start of the journey – Arusha and Tarangire National Park 🐘🌿 Our first destination after arriving in Tanzania was Tarangire National Park. Our kids were absolutely mesmerized by the huge herds of elephants, the baobab trees, and the prancing deer! The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, which made the whole trip more enjoyable. 🦁 Serengeti – Wildlife Paradise 🐆🌾 After entering the Serengeti, it felt like we were in the middle of a National Geographic scene! Lions roared across the vast grasslands, and we saw cheetahs and zebras running. The most exciting part of the whole safari was here! 🌋 Ngorongoro – Wonder of Nature 🦏🦓 Next we went to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where there is an entire ecosystem in one giant crater! Here I got a chance to see rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses, and numerous wildlife up close. 🦩 The beauty of Lake Manyara 🌊🌿 Lake Manyara National Park was truly unique! We saw tree-climbing lions and numerous colorful flamingos. The atmosphere was calm and breathtaking! 🏝️ Last part of the trip—Heavenly Zanzibar 🌊🌴 After an exciting safari, relaxing on Zanzibar's white sand beaches and calm blue waters was amazing. We toured the historic Stone Town, went on a boat trip, and enjoyed local delicacies. At sunset, it seemed as if time had stopped! 🌅👨👩👧👦 Ideal tour for family 💕 This trip will be a truly unforgettable experience for our family. Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris' professional guides, comfortable lodges, delicious food, and personal service made the entire trip hassle-free and memorable. 🌟 If you want to enjoy wildlife and the beauty of the sea together with your family, then this 11-day safari is definitely the perfect choice for you! 🌟 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 100% recommend! 🎉Show more
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Tour ID: 290053

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Tanzania. Ideally 6 weeks before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Tanzania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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11-Day Best of Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari

Itinerary

Introduction

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

Included Activities

Serengeti National Park

Included Activities

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ngorongoro Crater

Included Activities

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Arusha to Zanzibar

Optional Activities

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Zanzibar Departure

Optional Activities

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