7 Days Muslim Friendly Safari and Beach Holiday in Tanzania and Zanzibar | Midrange

Our airport representative meets you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and assists with the transfer to Arusha. We cover approximately 50–60 kilometres (31–37 miles) in around 1–1.5 hours, travelling through farmland and settled areas. No wildlife excursion is planned on arrival day. At check-in, our team reviews the arrangements agreed for food and prayer. We also confirm the next morning’s departure so you can organise your evening comfortably. Any request for a prayer mat or information about a nearby mosque should be made before arrival.

Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Overnight:

Kibo Palace Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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We set off early for Tarangire, approximately 120 kilometres (75 miles) from Arusha. The drive to the entrance generally takes 2–2.5 hours. Before beginning the game drive, our guide explains the available visitor stops and how these fit around the day’s activities.

We explore woodland and river tracks where elephants, giraffes and zebras are commonly seen. Lions may also be present, depending on their movements. The private vehicle allows us to adjust viewing time and planned breaks within park rules.

We use designated visitor areas for stops and discuss suitable prayer arrangements in advance. Leaving the vehicle is restricted to approved places, so we cannot stop anywhere in the bush for prayer or other activities.

Later, we travel to the Manyara area, approximately 70–100 kilometres (43–62 miles) away. This transfer takes around 1.5–2 hours, and our guide plans the park departure with the onward journey in mind.

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Manyara Safari Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We leave the Manyara area early and drive through Karatu towards Ngorongoro. Allow approximately 90–110 kilometres (56–68 miles) and 2–3 hours to reach the descent area, including entry procedures. Farmland gives way to wooded highlands as the road climbs towards the crater rim.

On the crater floor, our guide searches open grassland for lions, buffaloes, zebras and wildebeest. Wet areas provide opportunities to watch hippos, while black rhinos may be visible farther away. We allow time at sightings while keeping the route manageable.

Our guide plans breaks around approved picnic and toilet facilities. Prayer arrangements must fit the safe places available, and we discuss these limitations before the day begins. In the afternoon, we ascend to the Ngorongoro area.

Destination:

Lake Manyara

Overnight:

Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Today combines a transfer across the conservation area with wildlife viewing in Serengeti. The route to the central area covers approximately 140–180 kilometres (87–112 miles), depending on the starting location. Allow around 4–5 hours for travel and gate procedures, with additional time for animal sightings.

The journey includes rough gravel sections between the highlands and open plains. We agree on practical stopping opportunities before departure because facilities are widely spaced along this route. The main Central Serengeti game drive follows the transfer rather than occupying the whole day.

Around Seronera, we explore grasslands and river corridors for elephants, giraffes and lions. Our guide also watches suitable trees for leopards before completing the afternoon route. We arrive before dark and confirm the following morning’s airstrip schedule.

Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Overnight:

Serengeti Heritage Tented Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We organise a final wildlife outing if the flight departure allows. Nearby tracks may offer sightings of lions, hyenas and grazing animals before we continue to the airstrip. The combined route can cover approximately 20–60 kilometres (12–37 miles), with around 1–3 hours available for driving and stops.

Our team assists with check-in for the scheduled flight to Zanzibar. The service may carry other passengers and include intermediate landings; it is not a private charter. We share the confirmed timing beforehand so you can plan around the journey.

In Zanzibar, our representative meets you and transfers you to the Stone Town area. Allow approximately 8–15 kilometres (5–9 miles) and 20–40 minutes of driving. On request, our team can help identify a nearby mosque, depending on the selected hotel.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We drive to Fumba for your private boat excursion, covering approximately 25–30 kilometres (16–19 miles) in 40–60 minutes. Our crew explains the boarding arrangements and planned sea activities before departure. We confirm food requirements with the excursion supplier in advance.

Guided snorkelling and swimming stops take place according to the tide and sea conditions. A sandbank visit is included when conditions permit, and reef fish are the main wildlife attraction. Swimwear preferences can be discussed with the crew, but the surrounding sites are not reserved exclusively for your party.

We plan breaks around the practical facilities available and discuss prayer arrangements before boarding. After returning to Fumba, we transfer you to Nungwi with your bags. The road journey covers approximately 80–95 kilometres (50–59 miles) and takes around 2–2.5 hours.

Destination:

Blue Safari Trip

Overnight:

My Blue Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We arrange collection for the drive towards the Matemwe departure area. From Nungwi, this covers approximately 25–35 kilometres (16–22 miles) each way, normally taking 45–60 minutes. The boat departure is planned around suitable sea conditions.

Our private crew takes you to permitted snorkelling areas around Mnemba, where the guide helps with equipment before entering the water. We explore above the coral for reef fish and include breaks on board. The excursion does not include landing on Mnemba’s private island, and other boats may use the same marine areas.

After returning to shore, we drive you back to Nungwi. The afternoon remains free for your own routine, with no additional organised excursion.

Destination:

Mnemba

Overnight:

My Blue Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We leave the daytime open for Nungwi Beach and time at your hotel. Our team can assist with local directions and agreed prayer arrangements. Any short transfer to the cruise departure point generally covers 0–10 kilometres (0–6 miles) and takes up to 30 minutes.

Before confirming the private dhow departure, we discuss your preferred arrangements around the sunset prayer. A standard cruise may still be at sea at sunset, so an earlier return can be requested if needed. The outing normally lasts around 1.5–2 hours, subject to the agreed timing and conditions.

Destination:

Nungwi Village

Overnight:

My Blue Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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There is no scheduled wildlife activity today. We suggest departing Zanzibar the following day to avoid rushing after the cruise. The airport transfer from Nungwi covers approximately 60–70 kilometres (37–43 miles) and normally takes 1.5–2 hours, plus airport check-in time.