11 Days Tanzania Christmas Safari | Zanzibar New Year Beach Holiday
Celebrate Christmas and New Year on an 11-day Tanzania and Zanzibar midrange tour with private Big Five safaris, Serengeti wildlife, island trips and beach time.
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Our 11-day Tanzania and Zanzibar Muslim-friendly safari is a private midrange holiday for Muslim couples, families, and friends who want to explore Tanzania while keeping their religious and dietary needs in mind. We begin in Arusha and arrange game drives through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Central Serengeti, with a dedicated guide, advance halal meal arrangements, and suitable prayer breaks wherever conditions allow. Three full days in Serengeti provide time for wildlife viewing without changing destinations each morning, while our team coordinates your journey to Zanzibar by domestic flight. On the island, we organize guided visits to Stone Town, spice plantations, Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank, Jozani Forest, and Jambiani village, with opportunities to learn about local Islamic heritage and Swahili traditions before enjoying a free beach day.
Our representative welcomes you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and assists with your luggage before beginning the private transfer to Arusha. We organize the journey according to your flight arrival time and can arrange a suitable prayer stop if required. During the drive, our representative introduces the safari program and confirms any dietary requirements communicated before arrival. At your midrange hotel, we assist with check-in and reconfirm the halal meal arrangements requested for your stay. The rest of the evening is free for prayer and relaxation
We collect you after breakfast and drive toward Tarangire National Park, where our first wildlife game drive begins. Our guide explores the river and baobab woodland in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and zebras. We follow the permitted safari routes and allow time for photographs and watching wildlife.
During the day, we arrange lunch according to your confirmed halal dietary requirements and plan a prayer break at a suitable, safe location when practical. We continue the afternoon game drive before leaving Tarangire and transferring to your midrange lodge near Lake Manyara.
After breakfast, we travel through the Karatu highlands toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Once our guide completes the entrance procedures, we descend into the crater to search for lions, black rhinos, buffaloes, elephants, and other animals. We explore the open grasslands, wooded areas, and lakes while allowing time for wildlife observation.
We arrange a halal picnic lunch in advance and identify an appropriate place for prayer according to the day's schedule and park safety requirements. After continuing the game drive, we return to the crater rim and transfer to your midrange accommodation.
We begin the journey from Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti after breakfast. Our guide drives across the open plains, where zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes may be seen along the route. We explain the surrounding landscape and arrange practical rest stops during the journey.
After reaching Central Serengeti, we begin an afternoon game drive around the Seronera Valley, looking for lions, leopards, elephants, and other wildlife. We coordinate prayer arrangements where safe and practical before transferring to your midrange tented camp or lodge.
Our morning begins with a game drive through Central Serengeti, visiting grasslands and river areas where lions, leopards, elephants, and buffaloes may be found. Our private vehicle allows us to adjust the route according to wildlife sightings and practical prayer needs. We spend time watching animals and taking photographs before continuing through another wildlife area.
We arrange halal meals according to the confirmed booking and plan a safe prayer break during the day. After lunch, we continue the afternoon game drive before returning to your midrange accommodation.
We explore a different part of Central Serengeti, searching open grasslands for cheetahs, zebras, and grazing animals while checking woodland areas for lions, leopards, and elephants. Our guide selects wildlife routes according to current sightings and road conditions. We allow enough time to enjoy the animals without rushing between locations.
During the day, we arrange lunch and practical prayer stops while following the national park's safety requirements. We continue wildlife viewing in the afternoon before returning to your midrange camp or lodge.
Our third full day in Serengeti gives us time to visit wildlife areas that may not have been explored earlier. We travel through suitable routes near the Seronera Valley and surrounding plains, searching for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and other animals. Our guide allows time at interesting sightings and adjusts stops where practical.
We coordinate the day's meals and prayer arrangements in advance, taking into account the remote nature of the safari areas. After a picnic lunch and further wildlife viewing, we return to your midrange accommodation and confirm the following morning's flight arrangements.
We begin with a morning game drive before transferring to the Serengeti airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Our guide plans the departure according to the flight schedule and assists with luggage and check-in procedures. We also help coordinate practical prayer arrangements when the travel schedule allows.
On arrival in Zanzibar, our representative welcomes you and organizes a private transfer to your midrange beach hotel. We confirm your requested halal dining arrangements and leave the remainder of the day free.
We begin with a guided walking tour of Stone Town, where our local guide introduces Zanzibar's Islamic heritage and traditional Swahili architecture. We explore historical streets, local markets, carved wooden doors, and selected mosque surroundings, respecting prayer activities and rules for entering religious buildings. Our guide explains how Islamic traditions remain part of everyday life for many Zanzibar residents.
After Stone Town, we travel to a spice farm, where you can see cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and vanilla growing. We arrange time for seasonal fruit tasting and a suitable prayer stop before returning to your hotel.
Our team transfers you to the Stone Town waterfront for a boat trip to Prison Island. We visit the giant tortoise sanctuary and explore the permitted historical areas while our guide explains the island's past. Afterward, we continue by boat to Nakupenda Sandbank, depending on the sea conditions and tides.
We arrange time for beach relaxation and swimming according to your comfort and privacy preferences. Halal food arrangements can be confirmed in advance, and our team plans suitable prayer breaks within the practical limits of the excursion. We later return to the waterfront and arrange your hotel transfer.
After breakfast, we drive to Jozani Forest for a guided walk to see Zanzibar red colobus monkeys and learn about the protected woodland. Our local guide introduces the forest and its wildlife while leading us along the approved trails. We keep the visit flexible and allow time for photographs and practical breaks.
We then continue to Jambiani village, where we explore traditional coastal life and learn about fishing, seaweed farming, and local community customs. Our guide also explains the influence of Islam and Swahili traditions on everyday life in Zanzibar. After the village visit, we return to your midrange hotel.
We leave the final day free so you can enjoy Zanzibar's beaches according to your personal preferences. Our team can help identify suitable hotel facilities or optional private activities for travelers who prefer additional privacy. You can also spend the day relaxing by the pool, walking along the beach, or enjoying the coastal surroundings.
We remain available to assist with prayer arrangements, confirmed halal dining requirements, and optional excursions. Any additional water activities or private facilities are subject to availability and booking confirmation.
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rateโideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | From $3,840 pp | From $2,880 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $2,785 pp | From $2,089 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $2,433 pp | From $1,825 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $2,258 pp | From $1,693 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $2,152 pp | From $1,614 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $2,082 pp | From $1,561 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $2,031 pp | From $1,524 pp |
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