11 Days Tanzania Senior Private Safari | Zanzibar Midrange Holiday

Our representative meets you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and assists with your luggage before the private transfer to Arusha. We arrange a comfortable vehicle and travel directly to your midrange hotel, making the arrival process straightforward after your international flight. The journey normally takes around one to one and a half hours, depending on traffic and the hotel's location. Once at the hotel, our team helps with check-in and explains the safari schedule. We also discuss any practical travel requirements before leaving the evening free for rest. Time: Approximately 1–1.5 hours Attractions: Kilimanjaro surroundings, local villages, Arusha town Distance: Approximately 50–55 km (31–34 miles)

Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Overnight:

Kibo Palace Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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We collect you after breakfast and begin the drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. The journey takes approximately two hours along the main road before we reach the park entrance. Our guide then explores areas near the Tarangire River and surrounding woodland, where elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and lions may be seen.

We allow time to watch wildlife from the vehicle and arrange a picnic break at an approved location. During the afternoon, we continue the game drive at a comfortable pace before traveling toward Lake Manyara. We assist with check-in at your midrange lodge and leave the evening available for relaxation.

Time: Approximately 7–9 hours, including transfers and breaks
Attractions: Tarangire River, elephants, baobab trees, giraffes, lions
Distance: Approximately 180–220 km (112–137 miles), excluding game-drive detours

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Manyara Safari Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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After breakfast, we travel through the Karatu highlands toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Our guide completes the entrance arrangements and drives down to the crater floor, where we begin searching for lions, buffaloes, hippos, black rhinos, and other animals. We explore the crater's grasslands, woodland, and lake areas while maintaining a practical pace.

Our private vehicle allows us to plan wildlife stops around your comfort and interests. We arrange a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing the afternoon game drive. Later, we climb back to the crater rim and transfer to your comfortable midrange accommodation.

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

Destination:

Lake Manyara

Overnight:

Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We leave the Ngorongoro area after breakfast and travel toward Serengeti National Park. The route includes sections of gravel road and passes through open plains, where zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and antelopes may appear along the way. Our guide allows suitable breaks during the journey and explains the surrounding landscape.

After reaching Central Serengeti, we begin an afternoon game drive in the Seronera area. We look for lions, elephants, leopards, and other resident wildlife before transferring to your midrange tented camp or lodge.

Time: Approximately 5–7 hours of travel and afternoon wildlife viewing
Attractions: Serengeti plains, Seronera Valley, lions, giraffes, elephants
Distance: Approximately 180–220 km (112–137 miles)

Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Overnight:

Mawe Tented Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We begin the morning with a game drive through Central Serengeti, focusing on wildlife areas near the Seronera Valley. Our guide searches for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and giraffes while selecting routes that provide good wildlife viewing. We allow enough time at sightings to observe animals and take photographs without repeatedly changing locations.

At midday, we stop at a designated picnic area for lunch and a rest break. We then continue the afternoon game drive before returning to your midrange lodge or tented camp.

Time: Approximately 6–8 hours, including breaks
Attractions: Seronera Valley, lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes
Distance: Flexible game-drive route

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Mawe Tented Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Our second full day in Serengeti allows us to explore wildlife locations that were not covered earlier. We follow suitable routes through grasslands and woodland, searching for cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, lions, and other animals. Our guide explains what we see while allowing longer stops at sightings that interest you.

We arrange lunch during the day and continue to another wildlife area in the afternoon. Since we remain in Central Serengeti, there is no need to spend the day traveling to a different park, allowing more time for game viewing and rest.

Time: Approximately 6–8 hours of game driving
Attractions: Cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, lions, Serengeti grasslands
Distance: Flexible wildlife-viewing route

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Mawe Tented Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Today provides another full day to enjoy wildlife viewing in Central Serengeti. Our guide may explore river sections, wooded areas, or rocky locations where different animals are commonly found. We search for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife while keeping the schedule suitable for your preferred pace.

We allow time for photographs, practical breaks, and a picnic lunch before continuing the afternoon safari. After completing the third full-day game drive, we return to your midrange accommodation and confirm the next morning's flight arrangements.

Time: Approximately 6–8 hours, including wildlife and rest stops
Attractions: Lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, hippos
Distance: Flexible game-drive route

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Mawe Tented Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We arrange a final morning wildlife drive before transferring to the Serengeti airstrip. Our guide plans the route around the scheduled flight departure and assists with luggage arrangements when we arrive. The domestic flight takes you to Zanzibar, where our island representative will meet you at the airport.

We then arrange a private transfer to your midrange beach hotel, assisting with check-in and confirming the following day's excursions. The rest of the day is free for relaxation after the journey.

Time: According to the confirmed flight schedule
Attractions: Serengeti wildlife, aerial landscapes, 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

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We begin the day with a guided walking tour through Stone Town, where our local guide introduces Zanzibar's historic streets, traditional buildings, and public landmarks. We plan the walking route with suitable breaks and allow time for photography and learning about the island's trading history. Our guide explains the places we visit in simple language and adjusts the walking pace where practical.

Afterward, we continue by vehicle to a spice farm, where you can see cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and tropical fruits. We arrange time to learn about the crops, smell fresh spices, and taste seasonal fruits before returning to your hotel.

Time: Approximately 5–7 hours
Attractions: Stone Town, historic buildings, spice plantations, tropical fruits
Activities: Guided walking tour, spice farm visit, cultural sightseeing

Destination:

Stone Town Zanzibar

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We collect you from your hotel and travel to the Stone Town waterfront for the boat journey to Prison Island. Our local guide introduces the island's historical background and takes you to the giant tortoise sanctuary. We allow time to observe the tortoises and explore the designated visitor areas before continuing the excursion.

Our next destination is Nakupenda Sandbank, where we arrange time to relax, enjoy the coastal scenery, or swim when conditions are suitable. The visit depends on tides and weather, and our crew assists with boarding and disembarking where practical. We later return to Stone Town and organize your hotel transfer.

Time: Approximately 5–7 hours
Attractions: Prison Island, giant tortoises, Nakupenda Sandbank, Indian Ocean
Activities: Boat excursion, tortoise viewing, beach relaxation

Destination:

Prison Island

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We begin with a transfer to Jozani Forest, where a local guide takes you through the designated walking trails. We look for Zanzibar red colobus monkeys and learn about the forest's importance to the island. Our guide keeps the walking pace comfortable, allowing enough time to enjoy the surroundings and observe the monkeys.

After the forest visit, we continue to Jambiani village to learn about traditional coastal activities, including fishing and seaweed farming. We arrange time near Jambiani Beach before returning to your midrange beach hotel for the evening.

Time: Approximately 5–6 hours, including transfers
Attractions: Jozani Forest, red colobus monkeys, Jambiani village, beach
Activities: Guided forest walk, village visit, coastal sightseeing

Destination:

Jozan Forest Tours

Overnight:

Amaan Beach Bungalows

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We keep the final day free for relaxation at your Zanzibar beach hotel. You can enjoy the swimming pool, spend time by the ocean, or take a short walk along the shoreline according to your comfort. There is no compulsory excursion, allowing you to rest after the mainland safari and Zanzibar sightseeing activities.

If requested, our team can help arrange an optional short boat excursion or another suitable coastal activity. Otherwise, the day remains open for enjoying the beach and hotel facilities.

Time: Full day at leisure
Attractions: Zanzibar beaches, Indian Ocean, resort surroundings
Activities: Beach relaxation, swimming, optional coastal excursions