Safari from Zanzibar combination

5-Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar

One of the most searched Tanzania safari experiences from Zanzibar, combining return domestic flights, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, private safari guiding, and mid-range or luxury safari accommodation.

Duration
5 days
Start / End
Zanzibar
Style
Private fly-in
Best for
Beach travelers
Safari from Zanzibar

A beach and wildlife itinerary built for Zanzibar travelers

This 5-day Tanzania safari from Zanzibar is designed for honeymooners, families, luxury travelers, photographers, and Zanzibar holiday guests who want to add the northern safari circuit to their beach stay. It includes scenic domestic flights, Big Five safari opportunities, full-board safari meals, lodges or camps, and a private safari vehicle.

Perfect for

  • ?Honeymooners and Zanzibar beach travelers
  • ?Families, couples, photographers, and private groups
  • ?Travelers who want a safari add-on without complicated logistics
  • ?Guests seeking Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara

Package highlights

  • ?Return domestic flights between Zanzibar and Arusha
  • ?Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
  • ?Tarangire elephant safari and Lake Manyara finale
  • ?Mid-range and luxury safari accommodation options
Package price

5-Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar prices

Choose the mid-range version for strong value or upgrade to the luxury version for higher-end hotels, lodges, and safari camp options.

Group sizePrice per person
Solo travelerUSD 3,250
2 adultsUSD 2,350 pp
4 adultsUSD 1,950 pp
6 adultsUSD 1,690 pp
Group sizePrice per person
Solo travelerUSD 4,850
2 adultsUSD 3,950 pp
4 adultsUSD 3,350 pp
6 adultsUSD 2,950 pp
Day-by-day itinerary

Fly from Zanzibar to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara

The route begins with a domestic flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, continues by private 4x4 through Tanzania's northern safari circuit, and ends with an evening flight back to Zanzibar.

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha & Tarangire Safari

Early morning hotel pickup in Zanzibar, transfer to Zanzibar Airport, flight to Arusha, meet your safari guide, drive to Tarangire National Park, morning game drive, picnic lunch, afternoon safari, sunset wildlife viewing, and drive to lodge.

Tarangire National ParkDay 1Full Board

Program

  • ?Flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, guide meeting, Tarangire game drive, picnic lunch, and lodge transfer.

Expected animals

  • ?Elephants 99%, giraffes 95%, zebras 95%, buffaloes 90%, lions 60-70%, and warthogs 90%.

Accommodation

Ngorongoro Retreat Luxury Lodge or Mvuli Mountain Lodge

Meal plan: Full Board.

Serengeti National Park Safari

Breakfast at lodge, scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands, picnic lunch en route, enter Serengeti National Park, afternoon game drive, sunset wildlife viewing, and transfer to safari camp.

Serengeti National ParkDay 2Full Board

Program

  • ?Scenic drive to Serengeti, picnic lunch, afternoon game drive, sunset viewing, and camp transfer.

Expected animals

  • ?Lions 90-95%, elephants 80%, giraffes 95%, zebras 99%, cheetahs 75-85%, and hyenas 80%.

Accommodation

Dove Serengeti Camp or Serengeti Serena Lodge

Meal plan: Full Board.

Full-Day Serengeti Big Five Safari

Sunrise safari option, early breakfast, full-day Serengeti game drive, bush picnic lunch, afternoon predator tracking, sunset safari experience, and return to camp.

Serengeti National ParkDay 3Full Board

Program

  • ?Full-day game drive, bush picnic lunch, predator tracking, wildlife photography, and sunset safari.

Expected animals

  • ?Lions 95%, leopards 45-60%, cheetahs 80-90%, elephants 85%, hippos 80%, crocodiles 50-70%, and wildebeest 99%.

Accommodation

Dove Serengeti Camp or Serengeti Serena Lodge

Meal plan: Full Board.

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Early breakfast, morning safari while exiting Serengeti, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, picnic lunch near the hippo pool, continue crater safari, and drive to lodge.

Ngorongoro CraterDay 4Full Board

Program

  • ?Morning safari, Ngorongoro Crater descent, picnic lunch, crater game drive, and lodge transfer.

Expected animals

  • ?Lions 95%, black rhino 40-60%, hippos 95%, elephants 75%, zebras 99%, and buffaloes 99%.

Accommodation

Ngorongoro Retreat Luxury Lodge or Farm of Dreams Lodge

Meal plan: Full Board.

Lake Manyara Safari & Flight to Zanzibar

Breakfast at lodge, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, morning game drive, picnic lunch, continue safari, transfer to Arusha Airport, evening flight back to Zanzibar, and beach hotel transfer.

Lake Manyara National ParkDay 5Breakfast & Lunch

Program

  • ?Lake Manyara game drive, picnic lunch, Arusha Airport transfer, evening flight, and Zanzibar hotel transfer.

Expected animals

  • ?Elephants 80%, hippos 90%, blue monkeys 95%, giraffes 80%, seasonal flamingos, and tree-climbing lions 20-30%.

Accommodation

No overnight stay included

Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch.

Accommodation used

Mid-Range hotels, lodges, and safari camps

When guests choose the Mid-Range Version, the itinerary shows practical, comfortable lodges and camps with strong value.

Mid-Range

Mvuli Mountain Lodge

Karatu / Ngorongoro-area lodge used around Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater safari days. Meal plan: Full Board.

Mid-Range

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Mid-range Karatu lodge option near Ngorongoro Highlands. Meal plan: Full Board.

Mid-Range

Dove Serengeti Camp

Comfortable Serengeti safari camp for Days 2 and 3. Meal plan: Full Board.

Experience

Zanzibar to Safari Flight

Scenic domestic flight and smooth beach-to-bush safari connection.

Luxury

Ngorongoro Retreat Luxury Lodge

Luxury Karatu / Ngorongoro-area lodge used around Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater. Meal plan: Full Board.

Luxury

Serengeti Serena Lodge

Luxury Serengeti lodge option for Days 2 and 3. Meal plan: Full Board.

Luxury

Luxury Serengeti Camp Option

Higher-end camp image for the upgraded Serengeti safari experience.

Luxury

Gran Melia Arusha

Premium Arusha hotel option if an extra city night is requested before or after the safari.

Cost details

Package cost includes and excludes

Included

  • ?Return domestic flights: Zanzibar-Arusha-Zanzibar
  • ?Private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • ?Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • ?Accommodation and meals according to itinerary
  • ?All park fees, Ngorongoro Crater fees, and Serengeti concession fees
  • ?Drinking water, picnic lunches, and Zanzibar airport transfers

Excluded

  • xInternational flights
  • xVisa fees
  • xTravel insurance
  • xTips and gratuities
  • xAlcoholic beverages
  • xPersonal expenses

Ready to add a safari to your Zanzibar holiday?

Share your Zanzibar hotel, travel month, group size, and preferred comfort level. A safari planner can match the mid-range or luxury version to your dates.