Serengeti Fly-in & Zanzibar

This 10-day holiday is the perfect blend of safari and beach. Start by exploring the Serengeti, one of the most prominent national parks in Africa. Search for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, on game drives and walks. End your trip with some relaxation, on the exotic spice island of Zanzibar. Spend five nights in a luxury resort set on a white-sand beach, floating in the Indian Ocean and exploring its thriving coral reefs.

Itinerary
10 nights
10 nights Arusha to Zanzibar , 1 night Arusha , 4 nights Central Serengeti , 5 nights Zanzibar
Safari

£4,595 - £6,050pp including international flights

Itinerary overview

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania. Upon arrival in Arusha, a local representative will be waiting at the airpor...

Day 2

Arusha and Serengeti

Transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to the Serengeti. From your tented accommodation, you’...

Day 3

The Serengeti

The Serengeti is home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of large mammal species, with a p...

Day 4

The Serengeti

For a whole new perspective of the Serengeti, an optional hot-air balloon safari is highly recomm...

Day 5

Serengeti and Zanzibar

A beach break in Zanzibar is the perfect, relaxing end to an action-packed safari in Tanzania. To...

Day 6

Zanzibar

Zanzibar is famous for its spectacular white sand beaches and turquoise waters containing multi-c...

Day 7

Zanzibar

No trip to Zanzibar is complete without exploring its coral reefs teeming with tropical fish on a...

Day 8

Zanzibar

Relax on the beach all day or take a visit to UNESCO-listed Stone Town, where you can discover Om...

Day 9

Zanzibar

Enjoy a final day on the beach, or perhaps take one last optional tour to learn more about the fr...

Day 10

Zanzibar and Departure

Suitably refreshed, you’ll transfer back to Zanzibar airport for your international flight home.

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania. Upon arrival in Arusha, a local representative will be waiting at the airport to transfer you to your comfortable hotel nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. The rest of the day is free to relax ahead of your safari adventure, or depending on your arrival time, you may want to explore on an optional tour. Choose to discover Arusha National Park on two wheels, a unique way to spot wildlife and get closer to nature. Alternatively, take a scenic flight to witness magnificent views of the world's largest free-standing mountain, Kilimanjaro. Overnight at Arusha Serena Hotel.

Kilimanjaro Scenic Flight

Arusha

Soar above Africa’s highest mountain on this Kilimanjaro scenic flight. The one-hour trip departs from Arusha airport at 07.00am and passes over the national park, providing aerial views of ancient craters and herds of animals. When you board the plane, you’ll be given a headset and tablet loaded with an audio app that has geolocation tracking, so you can learn about the landmarks below as you fly. As you climb high above the clouds, Kilimanjaro dominates the view with its sparkling glaciers and mighty peaks. The flight is run by Ruka Africa, the pioneer of Kilimanjaro flights, in partnership with Grumeti Airline. You’ll fly in a Cessna Grand Caravan, which can accommodate eight passengers in window seats. This type of aircraft is used all over the world for scenic flights and has high wings that don’t obstruct the view. The flight route follows a figure-eight path on the northern side of Mount Kilimanjaro, so you’ll see everything regardless of which part of the plane you sit in. What’s more, Ruka Africa works with Carbon Tanzania, an organisation that plants trees in key areas of the country to offset their emissions.

Day 2

Arusha and Serengeti

Transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to the Serengeti. From your tented accommodation, you’ll spend the next three days exploring the vast plains of the world-famous Serengeti on game drives in state-of-the-art 4x4 vehicles, or on foot during a memorable walking safari (optional). In the evening, spend time around the campfire discussing the day’s sightings with the rangers and your fellow guests. Overnight at Lemala Ewanjan Camp.

Day 3

The Serengeti

The Serengeti is home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of large mammal species, with a particularly high number of big cats. The park also boasts some of the richest birdlife in the region with over 500 species including ostrich, hornbill, African fish eagle and the secretary bird. Visit during the dry season between June and October and you’ll witness The Great Migration, when over two million wildebeest thunder across the plains in search of lush grasslands. Set off on morning and afternoon game drives exploring the open plains in search of wildlife, before returning to camp for dinner. Overnight at Lemala Ewanjan Camp.

Day 4

The Serengeti

For a whole new perspective of the Serengeti, an optional hot-air balloon safari is highly recommended. You’ll wake early and watch as the balloon is prepared, then take flight and drift upwards as the sun rises and wildlife roam below on the vast savannah. Returning to solid ground, spend another memorable day exploring the region and spotting animals on your final day in the Serengeti. Toast the days end with a sundowner in hand as the sun slips below the horizon. Overnight at Lemala Ewanjan Camp.

Serengeti Hot-Air Balloon Safari

The Serengeti

After watching the crew inflate their craft at the launch site, take flight and drift upwards as the sun rises for an entirely different perspective of the Serengeti; the bright pink-orange haze visible for miles across the vast savannah; a group of grazing zebra becoming distinguishable from their silhouette forms below; a family of elephants wandering just below you. The photo opportunities are incredible. And wherever you land, a Champagne breakfast will be laid out for you to enjoy. It’s one of our most highly recommended safari experiences. Please ask your Personal Travel Expert for details.

Day 5

Serengeti and Zanzibar

A beach break in Zanzibar is the perfect, relaxing end to an action-packed safari in Tanzania. Today, transfer to the Serengeti airstrip for your flight to the spice island of Zanzibar, where you will spend the next five nights. Overnight at Breezes Beach Club and Spa.

Day 6

Zanzibar

Zanzibar is famous for its spectacular white sand beaches and turquoise waters containing multi-coloured coral reefs. Spend your days on this exotic island lounging by the pool or on the beach, soaking up the views. As well as beach time, you may want to head to the Frangipani Spa, to try the ‘Après Safari Treatment’, designed for those looking to recover after an adventure filled safari. Overnight at Breezes Beach Club and Spa.

Day 7

Zanzibar

No trip to Zanzibar is complete without exploring its coral reefs teeming with tropical fish on a snorkelling or diving trip. Continue to unwind or if you have the energy try your hand at kayaking, kite surfing or sailing. Alternatively, immerse yourself in nature and explore the Jozani Forest, part of Zanzibar's only national park, looking for wildlife including monkeys, bush pigs and over 40 species of birds. Overnight at Breezes Beach Club and Spa.

Jozani Forest Tour (from Stone Town, Beaches S/SE & N/NE)

Zanzibar

Visit the Jozani Forest to spot rare wildlife and explore boardwalks over the mangroves. This three-hour tour starts with a transfer to the forest, which is a protected natural reserve and part of Zanzibar’s only national park, Jozani-Chawaka. Covering over 6,200 acres, it’s a haven of trees and plants known for their medicinal qualities, as well as wildlife including monkeys, bush pigs, tree hyraxes, dik diks and over 40 species of birds. You’ll take a guided walk along the forest trails, stopping to look at the local flora and wildlife. Jozani Forest is filled with various species of trees, including eucalyptus, baobab, mahogany and teak and is a sanctuary for red colobus monkeys. Previously endangered, there are now about 2,500 in the reserve and their numbers are slowly increasing. The monkeys are very relaxed and used to visitors, so you can get incredible photos of them playing in the treetops and feeding on fruit. Next, you’ll head over the other side of the park to see the mangroves, which are formed by salt water flooding in from the ocean. There’s a wooden boardwalk here which you can wander along for a glimpse into this lush eco-system. Afterwards, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Zanzibar.

Day 8

Zanzibar

Relax on the beach all day or take a visit to UNESCO-listed Stone Town, where you can discover Omani forts, sultan’s palaces, as well as Freddie Mercury’s former home. Grab yourselves a souvenir from your trip at one of its busy bazaars. Overnight at Breezes Beach Club and Spa.

Stone Town Tour (from Stone Town, Beaches S/SE & N/NE)

Zanzibar

Discover UNESCO-listed Stone Town on this half-day trip, from its decorative Arabic doors to daily market life and Freddie Mercury’s former home. The guided walking tour starts in Stone Town’s slave market, which lies next to the Anglican church and has a moving memorial sculpture. Here, you’ll learn about the sobering legacy of the slave trade in Zanzibar. You’ll get the chance to explore Darajani Market too, which is a hive of activity for locals. Wander around stalls filled with colourful produce and spices, taste some fresh sugar cane juice and spot the town’s famous carved doors. Next, you’ll move on to visit the former home of famous Queen singer, Freddie Mercury, the Old Fort and House of Wonder, which was built by some of the island’s first British settlers. After learning about these key landmarks, you'll have time to go shopping for wooden carvings, spices or Tanzanite jewellery. The tour ends with a visit the Forodhani food market. This is the most popular place for locals and tourists to gather in the evening on Zanzibar, as it’s full of Swahili food stalls selling all kinds of seafood, pilau dishes and Indian cuisine. If your tour is in the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a golden sunset from this busy market.

Day 9

Zanzibar

Enjoy a final day on the beach, or perhaps take one last optional tour to learn more about the fragrant spices that Zanzibar is world-famous for. Overnight at Breezes Beach Club and Spa.

Half Day Spice Tour (from Stone Town, Beaches S/SE & N/NE)

Zanzibar

Learn how Zanzibar’s world-famous spices are produced at a local farm. On this half-day tour, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and taken to one of the island’s top plantations, which has been growing various spices for generations. The farm is also home to tropical fruit trees such as coconut, mango and papaya, some of which your guide will pick for you to sample. Throughout the tour, your guide will point out everything from black pepper, vanilla and ginger to turmeric, cardamom and cinnamon. Learn how these precious spices are produced, from seed to harvest, and then exported all over the planet. One of the most famous spices you'll see are cloves, which locals often sun-dry and then squeeze to extract their oil for use in medicated soaps.

Day 10

Zanzibar and Departure

Suitably refreshed, you’ll transfer back to Zanzibar airport for your international flight home.

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Guide price information

Low Season

01 Mar - 31 May, 01 Nov - 15 Dec

£4,595pp

Mid Season

01 Jun - 30 Jun, 01 Oct - 31 Oct

£5,050pp

High Season

01 Jan - 29 Feb, 16 Dec - 31 Dec

£5,495pp

Peak Season

01 Jul - 30 Sep

£6,050pp

Guide price information is based on the included flights from London, accommodation, transport and experiences detailed in the itinerary above. Guide prices do not include optional things to do. Unless specified guide prices are based on 2025 departures. Call us for up to date prices – the cost of your holiday depends upon the time of year you travel, how long you go for, preferred departure airport, airlines, hotels and things to do. Based on 2 people sharing.

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