9-Day Best of Tanzania Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beaches

Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Wanderlux Safaris Tour and transferred comfortably to your accommodation in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s famous Northern Safari Circuit. After checking in to your lodge or hotel, take some time to relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the tranquil surroundings. This is the perfect opportunity to unwind and prepare for the exciting adventures that await in the days ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to explore the vibrant city of Arusha and its nearby attractions. Discover the rich local culture, browse colorful markets, meet friendly locals, and sample authentic Tanzanian cuisine. You may also simply relax and admire the stunning views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscapes. This first day provides a warm and memorable introduction to Tanzania, setting the stage for an unforgettable safari experience.

Activities : Sightseeing

Accommodation : Heart of Africa Lodge [ 5 Star ]

After breakfast, your private safari guide from Wonderlux Safaris will meet you at your accommodation in Arusha and accompany you on your journey to Tarangire National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic Maasai countryside, where vast open plains, traditional villages, and scattered acacia trees create a truly authentic African landscape. Along the way, you may encounter Maasai people dressed in their vibrant traditional attire, herding cattle, riding bicycles, or traveling by donkey cart. These everyday scenes offer a fascinating glimpse into Tanzania’s rich cultural heritage and way of life. Upon arrival at Tarangire National Park, you will embark on an exciting game drive through one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, the park is also home to a diverse range of wildlife species. From the comfort of your open-roof safari vehicle, you will explore vast savannahs, seasonal wetlands, and the banks of the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts an abundance of animals throughout the year. Keep your camera ready as you search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, antelopes, and numerous bird species, while also keeping an eye out for predators roaming the park. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing with Wonderlux Safaris, you will continue to one of our carefully selected mid-range partner lodges. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge restaurant and relax in the comfort of your spacious room, surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness.

Activities : Game Drives

Accommodation : Farm of Dreams Lodge [ 4 Star ]

After an early breakfast, you'll depart for the most famous national park in the world. The drive itself, although long, is spectacular. This will be an unforgettable moment for anyone seeing it for the first time. As you progress well into the Serengeti, you will see why the name means, in the local language, "endless plains." The park has 6,900 sq miles (18,000 sq km) and for most of it, the plains will stretch to the horizon defying your senses and perception of distances. It is the home of the Great Migration where 2 million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras and all kinds of antelopes cross annually. As for big cats and large predators, it's the place of choice to look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, with many television scenes like the famous River Crossings having been filmed in this park.

Activities : Game Drives

Accommodation : Tukaone Serengeti Camps [ 4 Star ]

Today, you will head out early on your morning game drive for a chance to witness a magnificent African sunrise in the bush. You will head out after a cup of coffee and experience the wilderness and its magnificent creatures as they wake up among the dew-covered grasses. Later, you will have your full breakfast at the park without forgetting to enjoy lunch in the middle of the park. In the afternoon, you will head out once more for another chance to explore the plains in search of African wildlife as you exit the park.

Activities : Game Drives

Accommodation : Ngorongoro Safari Lodge [ 4 Star ]

Rise and shine! Today begins with an early morning departure to the lush highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Your destination is the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon reaching the crater rim, you will descend the steep road into the 600-meter-deep caldera, where a remarkable variety of wildlife, open grasslands, birdlife, and a beautiful soda lake await you. This massive collapsed volcano is home to more than 25,000 mammals, including the Big Five, spotted hyenas, and over 500 species of birds found throughout the area. After an extensive game drive and a picnic lunch on the crater floor, you will continue to Mto wa Mbu, where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Activities : Game Drives

Accommodation : Heart and Soul Lodge [ 4 Star ]

After breakfast, you will drive to your final destination on this epic safari Lake Manyara National Park. This is a relatively small but diverse park, 120km west of Arusha. The park’s namesake is a shallow, salt lake. It covers a large area of the park, flooding and drying with the seasons, and is home to thousands of flamingos and over 500 other bird species. On your exploration of the park, you will see monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, elephants, and with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The park is known for its diverse landscapes, not only open grassy plains but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab-dotted cliffs. After lunch, you will head back to Arusha, where you will arrive in the late afternoon and take your flight to Zanzibar.

Activities : Game Drives

Accommodation : Tembo House and Appartment [ 4 Star ]

After breakfast at around 7:30 am, you will be picked up by your guide. You'll enjoy the ride to the island on a traditional dhow. You will learn how this small island gained its name and explore the place that is home to more than 50 tortoises, some over 100 years old. After discovering the island and its history, you'll take the opportunity to swim in the clear waters off the coast amongst tropical and colourful fish. Later, you will proceed with the Spice Tour which takes 3 hours. You will be privileged to learn about tropical fruits, spices and herbs, and a few of the uncommon types of different plants from various vegetation. On the tour, you can also hopefully see spices such as curry, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, pepper, tamarind, ginger, menthol, Zanzibar cloves, and numerous different spices and herbs offered by the Sultan of Oman over the Indian Ocean. Later, you will be taken to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Activities : Snorkeling , Scuba Diving , Swimming

Accommodation : Casa Del Mar [ 4 Star ]

Today will be dedicated to relaxation and enjoying the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. With their pristine white sands, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and gently swaying palm trees, Zanzibar’s beaches provide the perfect tropical escape. You can spend the day unwinding under the warm sun, swimming in the calm and inviting Indian Ocean, or simply enjoying the peaceful atmosphere surrounding the island. As the day comes to an end, breathtaking sunsets create the perfect setting for a truly relaxing and memorable experience. The tranquil ambiance and natural beauty of Zanzibar make it an ideal destination for rest, rejuvenation, and pure relaxation.

Activities : Snorkeling , Kayaking , Beaches Sightseeing , Swimming

Accommodation : Casa Del Mar [ 4 Star ]

Today will be a sad day for everyone because it will be time to say goodbye to each other. We believe that our team has left a place in your heart with wonderful memories to take home. You will be taken to the airport at your preferred time.

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing