17 Days Best Of Africa Wildlife Park Safari And Zanzibar Vacation

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17 Days Best Of Africa Wildlife Park Safari And Zanzibar Vacation
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This 17-Days Best of Africa Wildlife Park Safari and Zanzibar Vacation offers the very best of East Africa. From the captivating wildlife of Tarangire National Park to the awe- inspiring Ngorongoro Crater and the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, each day promises unforgettable game drives and the enchantment of the wilderness, and unwind on idyllic beaches kissed by the Indian Ocean. It’s the perfect blend of wildlife, culture, and relaxation—crafted for travellers who dream big.

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17 Days Best Of Africa Wildlife Park Safari And Zanzibar Vacation
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01 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Welcome to Tanzania

Your adventure begins as you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll receive a warm Swahili welcome from your guide. You’ll then be transferred to the charming Sanna Boutique Hotel in Arusha, a serene city nestled between Mount Meru and the sweeping plains. Take some time to rest, relax, and prepare for the exciting days of exploration ahead.

Dinner and overnight at your accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast and bed, and dinner can be arranged based on your arrival time at extra costs.

02 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants

After a hearty breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, a stunning landscape known for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds. The park is teeming with wildlife, from zebras and wildebeests to giraffes and big cats. Keep an eye out for elusive leopards and lions resting in the tall grass. After an exciting day of game drives, return to Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge for dinner and a night under the African stars. The drive from Arusha to Tarangire takes approximately 2.5 hours.

  • Dinner and overnight at your accommodation
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park, with the national park rules and guidelines

03 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Village Culture & Lake Manyara’s Magic

Begin the day with a cultural walking tour through Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant farming village where over 120 tribes live together. Visit banana plantations, local homes, and artisan markets, an authentic glimpse into Tanzanian life. In the afternoon, explore Lake Manyara National Park, where tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, flamingos, and hippos reside. After the game drive, journey to the Ngorongoro Highlands for a relaxing evening on the crater rim.
  • Dinner and overnight at your Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park, with the national park rules and guidelines

04 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Ngorongoro Crater – Nature’s Grand Amphitheatre

Today, journey to the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera and a wildlife haven teeming with over 30,000 animals, including elephants, buffalo, zebras, and endangered black rhinos. Watch lions laze on the crater floor and flamingos dance across shallow lakes as you explore this natural amphitheater. After a picnic lunch, return to Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp, perched on the crater rim, and enjoy a breathtaking sunset over this extraordinary landscape. The transfer from Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater takes approximately one hour.

  • Dinner and overnight at your accommodation
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park, with the national park rules and guidelines

5 – 8 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Central Serengeti – Uncover the Safari Dreams

Travel into the legendary Serengeti, home of the Great Migration. The next three days are yours to explore endless golden plains and experience unmatched wildlife spectacles—lion prides hunting at dawn, cheetahs sprinting across the savannah, and herds of wildebeest stretching to the horizon. Each game drive offers a new story. Evenings are spent at a bush lodge or tented camp, where lanterns light your way to dinner and the sounds of the wild lull you to sleep.

  • Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park, with the national park rules and guidelines

9–11 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Northern Serengeti – The Great Migration Crossings

Drive north to the Mara River region, where from July to October, the Great Migration reaches its most dramatic chapter. Watch thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross crocodile-infested waters—a moment of chaos and courage unlike anything else in nature. With our expert guides, you’ll be in the right place at the right time for once-in- a-lifetime sightings.

  • Dinner and overnight at Malaika Tented Lodge Mara

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park with the national park rules and guidelines

12 17 Days Tanzania Safari

From Safari to Seaside – Zanzibar Awaits

After breakfast, board a scenic bush flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar Island (approx. 2.5 hours), where pristine white-sand beaches and turquoise waters await. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to a boutique beachfront resort in Nungwi, your serene retreat for the next five days. Exhale, you’re in paradise now. The transfer from the airport to Nungwi takes approximately 1.5 hours.

  • Dinner and overnight at Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

13–16 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Zanzibar – Spice, Sand & Sea

These days are yours to enjoy at your own pace. Swim in the warm Indian Ocean, snorkel over colourful coral reefs, or simply relax beneath a swaying palm with a fresh coconut in hand. Visit Stone Town, a labyrinth of narrow alleys and Swahili culture. Take a guided spice tour, learning how cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon shaped the island’s history. A visit to Jozani Forest introduces you to rare red colobus monkeys and lush mangroves. Whether you choose relaxation or adventure, Zanzibar’s charm is endless.

  • Dinner and overnight at Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Enjoy Jozani Forest and the historic Stone Town Tour freely, with all activities

17 17 Days Tanzania Safari

Departure – Memories That Stay Forever

Enjoy a final leisurely morning on the beach before your transfer to the airport. As your journey comes to a close, you’ll carry home more than photographs, you’ll carry the rhythm of Africa, the warmth of its people, and the wild magic of its lands in your heart.

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast

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Inclusion & Exclusion

17 Days Best Of Africa Wildlife Park Safari And Zanzibar Vacation Itinerary

Inclusion

Full board and accommodation during the safari and in Zanzibar

Entrance fees for all the mentioned parks visited.

1 litre of bottled water per person per day during the safari.

Services of an English-speaking driver/guide.

Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser)

Professional English-speaking safari guide

Parks fees & Crater fee

Pick up and drop off at your hotel and the Airport

Exclusion

International flights

All Airport Taxes and Visas

Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary

All personal expenses like telephones, tips, beverages/drinks, portage, laundry, etc

All cultural visits to the local villages can be arranged on request

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