10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Explore Tanzania on a 10-day solo traveller safari and Zanzibar holiday with private Big Five game drives, midrange lodges, guided island tours and beach leisure.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park (Full-Day Game Drive) to Manyara
Day 2
Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater (Full-Day Big Five Game Drive)
Day 3
Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti (Half-Day Wildlife Safari)
Day 4
Central Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Private Big Five Safari)
Day 5
Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Wildlife Discovery Safari)
Day 6
Serengeti Morning Game Drive and Flight to Zanzibar
Day 7
Stone Town Cultural Walking Tour and Spice Farm Experience
Day 8
Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank Excursion
Day 9
Jozani Forest and Jambiani Village Cultural Tour
Day 10
Zanzibar Beach Leisure and Solo Traveller Relaxation

Tour Features

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Duration 10 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In โ€“ Fly Out
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Main Tour Focus Safari and Zanzibar
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Tour Type Private Safari
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Tour Circuit Northern Circuit
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Accommodation Mid-Range Lodges
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Special For Solo Traveller
Solo travellers
Before your journey

Highlighted Tour Overview

A quick look at the tour style, experiences, travel months and accommodation for this package.

Tour stylePrivate Safari
10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesSolo Traveller, Solo travellers +2
The experiences selected for 10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday are Solo Traveller, Solo travellers, Beach Holidays, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsAll year
10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is listed for travel throughout the year. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.
AccommodationMid-Range Lodges
The accommodation category selected for this package is Mid-Range Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.
10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday
10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

10 Days Tanzania Big Five Solo Safari and Zanzibar Island Adventure

Our 10-day Tanzania solo traveller safari and Zanzibar holiday is designed for independent travelers who want to explore Tanzania with the support of a professional guide and comfortable midrange accommodation. We begin in Arusha and arrange a private wildlife safari through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Central Serengeti, where you can enjoy game drives, wildlife photography, and the freedom to explore at your own pace. After several days on the mainland, we organize your flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar for guided visits to Stone Town, spice farms, Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank, Jozani Forest, and Jambiani village. Throughout the trip, our team handles your transport, excursions, and accommodation arrangements, giving you the independence of solo travel without the difficulties of organizing every activity yourself.

Day by day Itinerary

Arrival Day: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Private Transfer to Arusha

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Private Transfer to Arusha

Our representative welcomes you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and helps with your luggage before beginning the transfer to Arusha. The journey passes through local towns, villages, and farmland, offering your first look at life in Northern Tanzania. We arrange a private transfer directly to your midrange hotel, so you do not need to organize transport after your flight. On arrival, our team assists with check-in and explains the safari schedule, including departure times and important travel arrangements. The rest of the evening is free for you to rest and prepare for the next morning. Time: Approximately 1โ€“1.5 hours Attractions: Kilimanjaro surroundings, local villages, Arusha town Distance: Approximately 50โ€“55 km

Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Overnight:
Kibo Palace Hotel
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Mid rage 3 star lodge

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park (Full-Day Game Drive) to Manyara

Arusha to Tarangire National Park (Full-Day Game Drive) to Manyara

We collect you from your hotel after breakfast and drive toward Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately two hours. Along the way, our guide introduces the surrounding villages and explains what to expect during your first wildlife safari. After entering Tarangire, we explore the river areas and woodland where elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and lions are commonly seen.

As a solo traveller, you have the freedom to spend additional time at wildlife sightings that interest you, whether watching elephants or taking photographs. We stop at an approved picnic area for lunch before continuing the game drive. Later, we leave the park and transfer to your comfortable midrange lodge in the Lake Manyara area.

Time: Approximately 7–9 hours, including transfers and game drive
Attractions: Tarangire River, elephants, baobab trees, giraffes, lions
Distance: Approximately 180–220 km, excluding game-drive detours

Destination:
Tarangire
Overnight:
Manyara Safari Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images
Manyara Safari Lodge Images

Day 2: Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater (Full-Day Big Five Game Drive)

Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater (Full-Day Big Five Game Drive)

After breakfast, we begin the journey from the Lake Manyara area toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Our guide completes the entrance arrangements before descending into the crater, where wildlife can be seen across the open grasslands, lakes, and woodland. We spend the morning searching for lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, elephants, and black rhinos, allowing enough time for photography and observation.

Our private guide explains the animals and different areas of the crater while maintaining a comfortable travel pace. We arrange a picnic lunch at an approved location before continuing through another section of the crater floor. In the afternoon, we climb the crater wall and transfer to your arranged midrange accommodation.

Time: Approximately 6 hours inside the crater, plus transfers
Attractions: Ngorongoro Crater, black rhinos, lions, buffaloes, hippos
Distance: Depends on accommodation location and game-drive route

Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Overnight:
Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti (Half-Day Wildlife Safari)

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti (Half-Day Wildlife Safari)

We leave the Ngorongoro highlands after breakfast and begin the drive toward Serengeti National Park. The route takes us through changing landscapes, from green highland areas to the open grassy plains of Serengeti. Our guide explains the surroundings and helps you identify wildlife that may appear along the journey.

After reaching Central Serengeti, we begin an afternoon game drive around the Seronera Valley. This area is known for lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and other animals, making it a good location for wildlife observation and photography. We finish the afternoon with a transfer to your midrange tented camp or lodge.

Time: Approximately 5–7 hours of travel and afternoon game viewing
Attractions: Serengeti plains, Seronera Valley, lions, leopards, giraffes
Distance: Approximately 180–220 km

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Embalakai serengeti Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Central Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Private Big Five Safari)

Central Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Private Big Five Safari)

Our guide starts the day with an early morning game drive through Central Serengeti. We explore the Seronera Valley, rocky areas, river banks, and open grasslands where lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and other animals may be found. Traveling privately allows you to concentrate on the wildlife you find most interesting without needing to follow other travelers' preferences.

During the morning, we can spend longer watching animals or taking photographs when there is interesting activity. After a picnic lunch, we continue exploring different parts of the park according to wildlife movements and road conditions. We return to your midrange accommodation in the late afternoon.

Time: Approximately 6–8 hours of wildlife viewing
Attractions: Lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, Seronera Valley
Distance: Flexible game-drive route

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Embalakai serengeti Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Wildlife Discovery Safari)

Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Wildlife Discovery Safari)

We continue your Serengeti safari with another full day of wildlife viewing, giving us time to explore areas not covered during the previous game drive. Our guide searches open grasslands for cheetahs and grazing animals while checking wooded sections and river areas for lions, leopards, and elephants. We allow time to observe animal behavior, enjoy the surrounding landscape, and take photographs from suitable positions.

As this is a private solo safari, we can adjust the route and the length of stops according to your interests. We arrange a picnic lunch during the day and continue our wildlife drive in the afternoon before returning to your accommodation.

Time: Approximately 6–8 hours, including photography and rest stops
Attractions: Cheetahs, lions, elephants, giraffes, Serengeti grasslands
Distance: Flexible route according to wildlife sightings

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Embalakai serengeti Camp
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Serengeti Morning Game Drive and Flight to Zanzibar

Serengeti Morning Game Drive and Flight to Zanzibar

We begin the morning with a final game drive through Central Serengeti before transferring to the airstrip. Our guide uses the available time to search for wildlife around the Seronera area while ensuring we reach the airstrip before your scheduled flight. We assist with check-in and luggage arrangements before your light-aircraft journey to Zanzibar.

On arrival, our Zanzibar representative welcomes you and provides a private transfer to your midrange beach hotel. Once you have checked in, the remaining time is free for swimming, relaxing, or exploring the hotel surroundings at your own pace.

Time: According to the confirmed flight schedule
Attractions: Serengeti wildlife, aerial views, Zanzibar coastline
Transport: Morning game drive, domestic flight, private hotel transfer

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Tembo House Hotel
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Mid rage 3 star lodge
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel

Day 7: Stone Town Cultural Walking Tour and Spice Farm Experience

Stone Town Cultural Walking Tour and Spice Farm Experience

We collect you from your hotel for a guided tour of Stone Town, Zanzibar's historic town center. Our local guide leads you through narrow streets, traditional markets, and areas known for old buildings and carved wooden doors. During the walk, we explain the island's trading history and introduce the different communities that have influenced Zanzibar's culture.

After exploring Stone Town, we continue to a spice farm where you can see cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and tropical fruits growing. Our guide explains how these spices are used in local cooking and everyday life. We finish the visit with a transfer back to your hotel.

Time: Approximately 5–7 hours
Attractions: Stone Town, historic architecture, local markets, spice farms
Distance: Depends on the hotel location

Destination:
Spice Plantations
Overnight:
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel

Day 8: Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank Excursion

Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank Excursion

Our team arranges a transfer to the Stone Town waterfront for a boat excursion to Prison Island. During the visit, our guide introduces the island's history and takes you to the giant tortoise sanctuary, where you can observe and photograph the tortoises. Afterward, we continue by boat toward Nakupenda Sandbank, depending on suitable tide and weather conditions.

At Nakupenda, you can relax on the sand, swim in suitable areas, or enjoy the surrounding Indian Ocean views. Our local team assists with the day's activities and coordinates the return boat journey. We then organize your private transfer back to the hotel.

Time: Approximately 5–7 hours
Attractions: Prison Island, giant tortoises, Nakupenda Sandbank, Indian Ocean
Transport: Road transfers and boat excursion

Destination:
Prison Island
Overnight:
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel

Day 9: Jozani Forest and Jambiani Village Cultural Tour

Jozani Forest and Jambiani Village Cultural Tour

After breakfast, we drive to Jozani Forest for a guided walk through the protected forest. Our local guide helps you observe Zanzibar red colobus monkeys and explains the importance of the surrounding forest to the island. We follow established paths and allow suitable time for wildlife photography.

Later, we continue to Jambiani village on Zanzibar's southeast coast. Here, we introduce you to fishing activities, seaweed farming, and everyday life along the coast. The visit also includes time to walk along Jambiani Beach before we arrange your return transfer to the hotel.

Time: Approximately 5–6 hours
Attractions: Jozani Forest, red colobus monkeys, Jambiani village, beach
Distance: Depends on hotel location

Destination:
Jozan Forest Tours
Overnight:
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel

Day 10: Zanzibar Beach Leisure and Solo Traveller Relaxation

Zanzibar Beach Leisure and Solo Traveller Relaxation

We leave the final tour day open so you can enjoy Zanzibar without a fixed sightseeing schedule. You can spend the morning swimming, relaxing by the hotel pool, or walking along the beach. This free time allows you to enjoy the island independently while still having support from our local team when needed.

If you prefer another activity, we can help arrange an optional snorkeling trip, sunset dhow cruise, or additional cultural visit. Otherwise, you can relax at your midrange beach hotel and enjoy the final day of your Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holiday.

Time: Full day at leisure
Attractions: Zanzibar beaches, Indian Ocean, coastal scenery
Activities: Swimming, beach walks, optional island excursions

Destination:
Kuza Cave Jambiani

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rateโ€”ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Tour Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $3,377 pp From $2,533 pp
    2 Pax From $2,447 pp From $1,835 pp
    3 Pax From $2,137 pp From $1,603 pp
    4 Pax From $1,982 pp From $1,487 pp
    5 Pax From $1,889 pp From $1,417 pp
    6 Pax From $1,827 pp From $1,370 pp
    7+ Pax From $1,783 pp From $1,337 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  • ✓ All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • ✓ All Taxes/VAT
  • ✓ All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • ✓ Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • ✓ Rescue fee
  • Exclusions
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Personal items
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
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    Follow the journey from Start to End. Numbers show the order of destinations and arrows show the direction of travel. Lines connect approximate locations, not actual driving or flight paths.

    1. Start
    2. Kilimanjaro Airport โ†—Arrival Day ยท Open location search
    3. Day 1
    4. Ngorongoro national park โ†—Day 2 ยท Open location search
    5. Day 3, Day 4, Day 5
    6. serengeti national park, zanzibar โ†—Day 6 ยท Open location search
    7. EndDay 7, Day 8, Day 9, Day 10

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    What is the tour style?

    10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.

    What experiences does this package offer?

    The experiences selected for 10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday are Solo Traveller, Solo travellers, Beach Holidays, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.

    When can I travel?

    10 Days Tanzania Solo Traveller Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is listed for travel throughout the year. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.

    What accommodation is planned?

    The accommodation category selected for this package is Mid-Range Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.

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