12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims

Enjoy a 12-day private luxury Big Five and Zanzibar tour for Muslim travellers, with personal guiding, prayer breaks and island excursions. Enquire now.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire to Manyara
Day 2
Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3
Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti
Day 4
Central Serengeti Private Full-Day Safari
Day 5
Serengeti Wildlife with a Flexible Programme
Day 6
Final Full Serengeti Safari for Your Party
Day 7
Morning Safari and Flight to Zanzibar
Day 8
Stone Town Heritage and Islamic Traditions
Day 9
Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank
Day 10
Spice Farm and Jozani
Day 11
Mnemba Snorkelling According to Your Preferences
Day 12
Beach Leisure at Your Preferred Pace

Tour Features

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Duration 12 Days
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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari
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Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For Muslims Safari
Before your journey

Highlighted Tour Overview

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

Tour stylePrivate Safari
12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesMuslims Safari, Big 5 Safari
The experiences selected for 12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims are Muslims Safari, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsAll year
12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims is listed for travel throughout the year. Confirm availability for your preferred dates.
AccommodationLuxury Lodges
The accommodation category selected for this package is Luxury Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.
12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims
12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims

12 Days of Considered Safari and Zanzibar Experiences for Muslim Guests

Our 12-day private luxury Big Five and Zanzibar tour for Muslim travellers begins in Arusha and explores Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Central Serengeti. Your safari vehicle is reserved for your booking party, with a dedicated guide throughout the mainland journey. We discuss prayer timing, privacy preferences, and practical requirements before travel. Three full Serengeti days provide flexibility for wildlife viewing and planned pauses. Zanzibar adds Stone Town, Prison Island, Nakupenda, a spice farm, Jozani, Mnemba-area snorkelling, and beach leisure. Scheduled flights and public attractions may still be shared with other visitors. Our team explains these arrangements clearly while planning your personal experience with respect and care.

Day by day Itinerary

Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro Airport Welcome and Arusha Transfer

Kilimanjaro Airport Welcome and Arusha Transfer

Our representative welcomes your party and assists with your bags. We arrange the private transfer according to your arrival time. During the journey, we confirm the immediate plans and the next morning’s departure. Prayer preferences and other agreed requirements are reviewed respectfully. We do not assume every guest wishes to organise the day in the same way. There is time to rest before discussing the safari further. Our team remains available for clarification. • Arrival time: Private transfer; approximately 50–60 km over 1–1.5 hours. • After settling in: Briefing and confirmation of personal requirements.

Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Overnight:
Forest Hill Hotel
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire to Manyara

Arusha to Tarangire to Manyara

We travel towards Tarangire with the programme discussed beforehand. Our guide searches woodland and river areas for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. The private vehicle lets the viewing pace follow your party’s interests. Comfort and prayer breaks are coordinated at safe, authorised locations. We explain these practical limits rather than assume stopping is possible everywhere. If sightings change the route, your guide keeps you informed. Later, we continue towards Manyara with your preferences considered throughout the day.

  • 06:30–09:30: Transfer and park entry; approximately 120 km.
  • 09:30–16:00: Private game drive with agreed breaks.
  • 16:00–18:00: Transfer towards Manyara; approximately 80–110 km.

Destination:
Tarangire
Overnight:
Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Room view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
The outside view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Fire making - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Room - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Aerior view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
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Pool view 3 - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
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Dining - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges

Day 2: Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater

Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater

An early departure takes us towards the crater area. Our guide explains the visiting period and stopping arrangements before descending. We search for lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and possibly black rhinos. The outing remains private to your party. Breaks take place where leaving the vehicle is permitted. Prayer arrangements are discussed within those limits, without promising unconfirmed facilities. We later ascend after a well-paced wildlife programme.

  • 06:00–09:00: Transfer towards Ngorongoro; approximately 80–120 km.
  • From approximately 09:00: Crater game drive within the permitted access period.
  • Late afternoon: Ascent and local transfer.

Destination:
Lake Manyara
Overnight:
Lion’s Paw Camp
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3: Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

The longer journey towards Central Serengeti crosses highlands and open plains. Your guide explains the likely schedule before departure. Suitable breaks are planned for comfort and agreed personal needs. Wildlife areas restrict where guests may leave the vehicle, and those rules remain part of the planning. After park formalities, we begin an afternoon game drive. Giraffes, lions, zebras, and antelope may be encountered. Your guide communicates clearly if road conditions or sightings affect the timing.

  • 08:00–13:00: Scenic transfer and park procedures; approximately 140–180 km.

14:00–17:30: Afternoon wildlife viewing with coordinated breaks

Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Overnight:
Ole Serai Luxury Camp (Turner Springs),
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 4: Central Serengeti Private Full-Day Safari

Central Serengeti Private Full-Day Safari

Today is devoted to wildlife viewing in your private vehicle. Our guide chooses the route according to current activity and your preferred routine. River tracks, grasslands, and rocky outcrops provide different possibilities. We allow time at rewarding scenes rather than follow a rigid checklist. Prayer and comfort breaks are coordinated at suitable permitted locations. Any route changes are explained along with their effect on timing. Your party can enjoy the experience without matching unrelated travellers’ preferences.

  • 06:30–11:30: Morning private safari.
  • Midday: Agreed comfort and prayer breaks.
  • Afternoon–17:30: Continued viewing; approximately 60–120 km across the day.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Ole Serai Luxury Camp (Turner Springs),
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 5: Serengeti Wildlife with a Flexible Programme

Serengeti Wildlife with a Flexible Programme

The second full day lets us refine the safari around your interests. We can revisit an area you enjoyed or explore another habitat. Your guide discusses the options before departure. With no onward transfer, there is more room for patient viewing and planned pauses. Practical limits still apply to stopping outside the vehicle. We keep those arrangements clear rather than leave them until the last moment. The day offers deeper exploration while maintaining a comfortable routine.

  • 06:30–11:00: Wildlife search based on current activity.
  • Midday: Planned breaks coordinated with your preferences.

Afternoon–17:30: Further exploration; approximately 50–110 km throughout the day

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Ole Serai Luxury Camp (Turner Springs),
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 6: Final Full Serengeti Safari for Your Party

Final Full Serengeti Safari for Your Party

Your third full day focuses on the remaining experiences that matter to your party. We may return to a favourite area or choose another suitable route. Particular animals cannot be guaranteed, but your interests help guide the search. The private vehicle allows the viewing pace to remain flexible. Prayer and comfort needs stay part of the daily planning. We balance the outing with time to prepare for the flight. The aim is to finish the mainland safari feeling satisfied rather than rushed.

  • 06:30–11:30: Personalised wildlife viewing.
  • Midday: Agreed breaks.
  • Afternoon–17:30: Final full safari; approximately 60–120 km throughout the day.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Ole Serai Luxury Camp (Turner Springs),
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 7: Morning Safari and Flight to Zanzibar

Morning Safari and Flight to Zanzibar

We arrange the morning around your confirmed flight. A short game drive may be possible before the airstrip transfer. Our guide allows sufficient time for check-in. The scheduled flight may include other passengers. Our Zanzibar representative meets you for a private onward transfer. We review the island programme and relevant preferences. The remaining time stays free of major activities.

  • Early morning, flight permitting: Game drive and airstrip transfer; approximately 20–60 km combined.
  • Scheduled departure: Flight to Zanzibar.
  • On arrival: Private transfer; distance confirmed with the destination.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 8: Stone Town Heritage and Islamic Traditions

Stone Town Heritage and Islamic Traditions

Our guide introduces Stone Town’s Swahili heritage and the role of Islamic traditions in local life. We explore streets and architecture respectfully without assuming access to religious buildings. Prayer timing is considered when arranging the walk. Questions about customs and history are welcomed. Since Stone Town has its own day, there is no need to rush towards another attraction. Suitable pauses are included according to your party’s comfort. The visit offers cultural understanding within a clearly organised programme.

  • 09:00–12:30: Heritage walk; approximately 2–4 km, adjustable.
  • Early afternoon: Prayer arrangements and flexible return coordinated beforehand.
  • Distance: Road transfers depend on your pickup location.

Destination:
Stone Town Zanzibar
Overnight:
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 9: Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank

Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank

We confirm boat arrangements and privacy requests during booking. A boat reserved for your party must be specifically agreed rather than assumed. At Prison Island, our guide introduces the history and giant tortoise area. We continue towards Nakupenda when tides and weather permit. Other visitors may be present on the sandbank. Swimming is optional and should follow your comfort and preferences. The return crossing is coordinated around suitable conditions.

  • Approximately 09:00–11:30: Boat crossing and Prison Island visit.
  • Approximately 12:00–15:30: Nakupenda excursion and return.
  • Distance: Marine route varies; road transfers depend on your pickup location.

Destination:
Prison Island
Overnight:
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 10: Spice Farm and Jozani

Spice Farm and Jozani

The spice farm introduces crops connected with island trade and daily life. Our guide explains how they grow and how they are used. There is time for questions rather than a hurried walk between plants. The programme then continues towards Jozani. A local guide helps us look for red colobus monkeys while respecting their space. Prayer and comfort requirements are considered when coordinating the visits. The day offers nature and local knowledge without requiring water-based participation.

  • 09:00–10:30: Spice farm visit.
  • Late morning–early afternoon: Transfer and agreed breaks; distance depends on the farm.
  • Approximately 13:30–15:30: Jozani walk; roughly 1–3 km.

Destination:
Spice Plantations
Overnight:
Breezes Beach Club & Spa
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 11: Mnemba Snorkelling According to Your Preferences

Mnemba Snorkelling According to Your Preferences

We discuss swimwear, assistance, and privacy preferences before the excursion. Specific crew requests require advance confirmation. The boat travels to permitted snorkelling waters around Mnemba. Guides explain equipment use and safety before entering the sea. Participation remains optional rather than expected. Other boats and visitors may share the area. Afterwards, our team arranges your return transfer and leaves the remaining hours flexible.

  • Morning: Transfer, preparation, and safety briefing.
  • Late morning: Optional guided snorkelling and boat excursion.
  • Distance: Route depends on the departure point; no landing on Mnemba’s private island is included.

Destination:
Mnemba
Overnight:
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12: Beach Leisure at Your Preferred Pace

Beach Leisure at Your Preferred Pace

Today is free from organised excursions. You can choose a coastal walk, quiet rest, or time enjoying the sea views. Swimming remains optional. Public settings do not provide guaranteed privacy, and our team can explain the practical considerations. Prayer routines can follow your own pace. Assistance remains available when needed. The day belongs to you and your party.

  • Morning: Personal beach leisure.
  • Afternoon: Relaxation according to your preferences.
  • Distance: No scheduled road travel.

Destination:
Mnemba
Overnight:
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Departure Day: Private Airport Transfer

Private Airport Transfer

We arrange the transfer around your confirmed flight. The collection time is discussed beforehand. No excursions are scheduled today. Relevant timing preferences are considered where practical. Our representative helps with the final arrangements. Communication remains clear until the transfer is complete. We thank you for trusting us with your journey. • Timing: Set according to your departure flight. • Distance: Confirmed from your pickup location.

Destination:
Mnemba

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 rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Tour Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $4,115 pp From $3,086 pp
    2 Pax From $3,060 pp From $2,295 pp
    3 Pax From $2,708 pp From $2,031 pp
    4 Pax From $2,533 pp From $1,899 pp
    5 Pax From $2,427 pp From $1,820 pp
    6 Pax From $2,357 pp From $1,768 pp
    7+ Pax From $2,306 pp From $1,730 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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    Tour Map

    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 ↗Arrival Day · Open location search
    3. Day 1
    4. Ngorongoro national park ↗Day 2 · Open location search
    5. Day 3, Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7
    6. Day 8, Day 9, Day 10, Day 11, Day 12
    7. Mnemba ↗Departure Day · Open location search
    8. End

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    What is the tour style?

    12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims 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 12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims are Muslims Safari, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.

    When can I travel?

    12 Days Private Luxury Big Five and Zanzibar Tour for Muslims 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 Luxury Lodges. Confirm the specific properties and availability when booking.

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