Discover a 5 day private Tanzania safari and Zanzibar tour with midrange stays. Explore Serengeti and Ngorongoro, visit Stone Town and relax together on Zanzibar beaches.
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This 5 days private Tanzania safari and Zanzibar tour combines Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar’s island attractions with comfortable midrange accommodation. You will travel on the mainland in a safari vehicle reserved for your party, accompanied by a guide who can adapt wildlife stops to your interests within the planned route and daily schedule. Search for Africa’s Big Five, spend an afternoon exploring the Serengeti and enjoy an early morning game drive before flying to Zanzibar. Your island stay includes guided visits to Stone Town, Prison Island and a spice farm, followed by time to relax at the beach. Suitable for couples, families or friends travelling together, this itinerary offers the convenience of organised transfers and your own safari arrangements while keeping the trip compact. Burigi Chato Safaris will prepare the accommodation and excursion details around your group, with the scheduled Serengeti to Zanzibar flight shared with other passengers.
At your arrival time — Meet your driver You will be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred directly to your midrange hotel in Arusha. Allow approximately one to one and a half hours for the drive, depending on traffic and your accommodation’s location. At the hotel — Settle in and discuss your safari After check-in, meet your safari representative for a briefing. Discuss the wildlife you are most interested in, your preferred approach to photography and any practical needs for your party. Your guide will explain how these preferences can fit into the route. Spend the rest of the day resting, with an early night recommended before the journey to Ngorongoro.
6:00 AM to 9:30 AM — Leave Arusha for Ngorongoro
After breakfast, you will set off with your guide and packed lunches. Your safari vehicle is reserved for your party, allowing comfort stops to be coordinated around your needs. Travel through the northern countryside towards the Ngorongoro highlands, allowing approximately three to four hours to reach the crater area and complete entry procedures.
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM — Explore the crater with your guide
Descend to the crater floor and begin your game drive. Your guide will use current conditions and animal observations to choose a route through the different habitats. You may watch buffaloes grazing, elephants feeding or lions resting close to the tracks.
If you enjoy photography, your guide can position the vehicle where permitted and allow time at interesting sightings. If you prefer learning about animal behaviour, there is room for questions and conversation throughout the drive.
12:30 PM to 1:00 PM — Picnic lunch
Stop at a designated picnic area for lunch. Take a short break and discuss what you have seen before continuing your exploration.
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM — Continue the wildlife search
Explore further sections of the crater, looking for hippos, birds and the elusive black rhino. Sightings cannot be guaranteed, but the variety of habitats makes the visit rewarding beyond any single species.
Late afternoon — Transfer to your lodge
Leave the crater and drive to your midrange lodge in the Ngorongoro highlands or Karatu area. Enjoy dinner and prepare for the next day’s journey. Approximately five to six hours are allocated to the crater visit, with transfers completing the full day excursion.
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7:00 AM to 8:00 AM — Breakfast and departure
Enjoy breakfast before continuing towards Serengeti National Park. Your guide will explain the journey and arrange suitable stops along the way.
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM — Travel through changing landscapes
Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Serengeti plains. The journey generally takes approximately four to six hours, depending on your starting point, road conditions and gate formalities.
As the landscape opens out, keep an eye on the surroundings. Wildlife may appear along the approach, although the dedicated game drive begins after entering the park.
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM — Lunch stop
Pause for your packed lunch before continuing towards the central Serengeti. Your guide will plan the afternoon around available time and wildlife activity.
2:00 PM to 6:00 PM — Wildlife viewing shaped around your interests
Explore the central Serengeti in your private vehicle. You might spend time watching an elephant family, follow the movements of grazing herds or search suitable habitats for lions, leopards and cheetahs.
Having your own guide means you can discuss which sightings interest you most and stay longer where practical. The route still follows park regulations and the need to reach your accommodation before dark.
Evening — Arrive at your midrange safari accommodation
Check into your tented camp or lodge, enjoy dinner and relax. Your guide will confirm the following morning’s plan around your scheduled flight.
6:00 AM to 8:30 AM — Make the most of the early hours
You will head out for a final game drive around sunrise, subject to flight timing. Look for animals moving in the cooler air and enjoy a different view of the plains in the morning light.
Breakfast may be taken at your accommodation or carried with you. Your guide will keep the morning organised so you reach the airstrip with enough time to check in.
Morning — Airstrip transfer and check-in
Continue to the designated departure airstrip. Your private mainland safari ends here as you prepare for the next part of the holiday.
Late morning or afternoon — Flight to Zanzibar
Fly to Zanzibar on a scheduled service shared with other passengers. The confirmed flight may include intermediate stops, and its timing will determine the length of your morning game drive.
On arrival — Private hotel transfer
Meet your driver in Zanzibar and transfer to your midrange hotel. Spend the remaining day at leisure, whether you prefer resting, enjoying available hotel facilities or exploring the immediate surroundings.
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8:30 AM to 11:30 AM — Stone Town with your own guide
Begin with a guided walk through Stone Town’s streets and waterfront areas. You will learn about its trading history, notice the details of carved doors and visit the surroundings of the Old Fort.
Your guide can adjust the pace and explanations to your interests, whether you enjoy architecture, local life or history. Any specific museum stops and admission charges will be confirmed in advance.
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM — Restaurant break
Stop for lunch at a suitable local restaurant. Your guide can suggest options based on your preferences and dietary needs, with lunch included or paid separately according to your booking.
12:30 PM to 3:30 PM — Prison Island excursion
Continue to Prison Island by an arranged private boat, with the crossing taking approximately 20 to 30 minutes each way in suitable conditions. Explore the island with your guide, see the giant tortoises and learn about its historical use as a quarantine station.
Although your guiding and boat arrangements are private, the island itself is a shared visitor attraction. Enjoy time for photographs and coastal views before returning to Stone Town.
Late afternoon — Return to your hotel
Your driver will take you back to your accommodation. The rest of the evening is free, giving you time to unwind after a day of walking and sightseeing.
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8:30 AM to 9:30 AM — Depart for your farm visit
After breakfast, meet your driver and travel to a spice farm. The departure and transfer time will be adjusted to your hotel’s location.
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM — Discover the plants behind familiar flavours
Explore the farm with a guide and learn how spices such as cloves, cinnamon and pepper are grown and used. You will have time to ask questions, recognise different scents and discover ingredients that are part of everyday Zanzibar cooking. Seasonal fruit tasting may be offered.
Tell your guide about allergies before taking part in any tasting.
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM — Lunch and coastal transfer
Continue to your planned beach area or return to your beach hotel. Stop for lunch and settle into a slower afternoon.
Afternoon — Enjoy your own time at the beach
There is no scheduled sightseeing this afternoon. Relax in the shade, walk along the shore or swim where conditions are suitable. Optional activities can be discussed in advance and quoted separately.
Spend your final night at your midrange Zanzibar hotel, with departure arranged separately.
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After breakfast, enjoy any available free time according to your flight schedule and hotel check-out arrangements. Your private driver will collect you for the transfer to Zanzibar’s Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, allowing arrival approximately three hours before your international departure.
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 rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | From $2,165 pp | From $1,624 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $1,610 pp | From $1,208 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $1,425 pp | From $1,069 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $1,333 pp | From $999 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $1,277 pp | From $958 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $1,240 pp | From $930 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $1,214 pp | From $910 pp |
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Discover a 5 day private Tanzania safari and Zanzibar tour with midrange stays. Explore Serengeti and Ngorongoro, visit Stone Town and relax together on Zanzibar beaches.
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