14 Days Private Midrange Tanzania Senior Safari and Zanzibar Beach Tour

Our guide collects you from your accommodation in Arusha and drives to Tarangire National Park, approximately two to three hours away. We explore the park's baobab woodlands and Tarangire River, where elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and lions are often seen. Our private vehicle allows us to make comfortable stops for photographs, refreshments, and lunch before continuing the afternoon game drive. Later, we travel to your midrange lodge in the Lake Manyara area.

Activities and Attractions: Tarangire game drive, elephant viewing, baobab trees, Tarangire River, and wildlife photography.

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Manyara Safari Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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After breakfast, we leave the Lake Manyara area and drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Our guide descends to the crater floor and follows the roads through grasslands, woodland areas, and water sources while searching for lions, black rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, and hippos. We include suitable rest stops and a picnic lunch during the safari, keeping the driving schedule manageable. In the late afternoon, we leave the crater and continue to your accommodation in the Ngorongoro area.

Activities and Attractions: Ngorongoro Crater, Big Five viewing opportunities, hippo pools, black rhinos, and crater scenery.

We begin with breakfast before travelling through the Ngorongoro highlands towards Central Serengeti. The journey takes us across open plains, with wildlife sightings possible along the way. Once inside the park, our guide explores the Seronera area, looking for lions, cheetahs, giraffes, leopards, and elephants. We finish the day at your midrange tented camp, where you can enjoy dinner and a comfortable evening.

Activities and Attractions: Serengeti plains, Seronera Valley, afternoon wildlife viewing, and big cats.

We spend the day exploring Central Serengeti, starting in the morning when many animals are active. Our guide follows suitable routes through river areas, open grasslands, and wooded sections while searching for predators and grazing animals. We stop for a picnic lunch and allow enough time for photographs and rest before continuing in the afternoon. Your private safari arrangement lets us adjust the day's pace according to your comfort.

Activities and Attractions: Serengeti game drive, lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and wildlife photography.

Today we visit different wildlife areas of Central Serengeti, focusing on places where animals have recently been spotted. Our guide searches for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest while giving you time to observe their behaviour. We can remain longer at interesting sightings and take suitable breaks throughout the day. After the afternoon game drive, we return to your tented camp.

Activities and Attractions: Big Five viewing opportunities, predators, wildebeest, zebras, and Serengeti plains.

Our final full day in Central Serengeti gives us time to explore areas we have not yet visited. Depending on wildlife movement, we may drive through the Seronera Valley or nearby grasslands and river sections. Our guide adjusts the route to suit your interests, making stops whenever you want to spend more time photographing or observing animals. We return to camp in the evening for your last night in Serengeti.

Activities and Attractions: Full-day game drive, Seronera wildlife areas, big cats, elephants, and scenic landscapes.

After breakfast, we enjoy a final morning game drive before our guide transfers you to the Serengeti airstrip. We arrange your scheduled flight to Zanzibar, saving you the long road journey back to Arusha. Our Zanzibar representative welcomes you at the airport and provides a private transfer to your midrange beach accommodation. The remaining part of the day is free for rest.

Activities and Attractions: Morning Serengeti safari, flight to Zanzibar, private transfer, and beach relaxation.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We leave this day free from scheduled excursions, giving you time to recover from the mainland safari and enjoy the hotel facilities. You can relax by the pool, walk along the beach, or enjoy the Indian Ocean views from your accommodation. The entire day remains flexible, with no long journeys or fixed sightseeing schedule.

Activities and Attractions: Beach leisure, swimming, hotel relaxation, and gentle coastal walks.

Destination:

Stone Town Zanzibar

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Our local guide introduces you to Stone Town's history through a walking tour of its traditional streets and historic buildings. We explore market areas, carved wooden doors, and places connected to Zanzibar's trading past, with rest stops arranged when needed. After the guided visit, our driver returns you to your beach accommodation for a relaxing afternoon.

Activities and Attractions: Stone Town, Swahili heritage, traditional architecture, local markets, and cultural history.

Destination:

Stone Town Zanzibar

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We arrange a boat excursion from Stone Town to Prison Island to see the giant tortoises and learn about the island's history. Afterwards, we continue to Nakupenda Sandbank when sea conditions and tides allow. You can relax on the sand, enjoy the ocean surroundings, or swim if you wish. Our team then arranges your return transfer to the beach hotel.

Activities and Attractions: Prison Island, giant tortoises, Nakupenda Sandbank, boat excursion, and 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 guided visit to a spice farm, where our guide introduces locally grown cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and tropical fruits. We then continue to Jozani Forest to see red colobus monkeys and explore the mangrove boardwalk. Our team keeps the walking pace comfortable and explains the nature of each activity before the visit. After completing the excursions, we return to your hotel.

Activities and Attractions: Spice farm, tropical fruits, Jozani Forest, red colobus monkeys, and mangrove boardwalk.

Destination:

Spice Plantations

Overnight:

Zanzibar Queen Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Our team transfers you to the boat departure point for a guided excursion around Mnemba Atoll. After a safety briefing, guests who wish to snorkel can explore suitable reef areas with assistance from the boat crew. Snorkelling participation depends on swimming ability and sea conditions, while the boat excursion offers time to enjoy the surrounding ocean. We return to the hotel for a free afternoon.

Activities and Attractions: Mnemba Atoll, guided snorkelling, reef fish, coral, and boat excursion.

Destination:

Mnemba

Overnight:

Zanzibar Queen Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Your final full day in Zanzibar is reserved for relaxation without scheduled excursions. Enjoy the beach, swimming pool, or hotel facilities at your preferred pace. Optional spa treatments or additional activities can be arranged separately if you wish. This free day gives you enough time to rest before travelling home.

Activities and Attractions: Beach leisure, coastal walks, swimming, and optional spa treatments.

Destination:

Mnemba

Overnight:

Zanzibar Queen Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Depending on your flight schedule, we leave time for a relaxed breakfast and final beach visit. Our representative coordinates your checkout and arranges a private transfer to Zanzibar Airport, allowing enough time for airport procedures. This completes your 14-day private midrange Tanzania senior safari and Zanzibar holiday.

Activities and Attractions: Final beach morning and private airport transfer.