8 Days Private Midrange Solo Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Our representative welcomes you at the airport and helps with your luggage before the journey to Arusha. We drive approximately 50–60 kilometres (31–37 miles), usually taking 1–1.5 hours through farmland and roadside towns. No wildlife visit is planned after arrival. Once you are settled, our team explains the safari and provides a contact for assistance. We discuss your interests and confirm the following morning’s departure. The rest of the day remains free rather than adding another transfer.

Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Overnight:

Tulia Boutique Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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We leave early for Tarangire, approximately 120 kilometres (75 miles) from Arusha. The drive normally takes 2–2.5 hours before the entry procedures. Our guide then explores woodland and river tracks.

We look for elephants, giraffes and zebras, with lions possible depending on their location. Since the vehicle is reserved for you, our guide can spend longer on subjects that interest you. The route still follows park rules and the time needed for the onward journey.

We use an approved picnic area for a break before continuing the wildlife search. Later, we transfer approximately 70–100 kilometres (43–62 miles) to the Manyara area, taking around 1.5–2 hours. Our guide confirms the next day’s plan before leaving you to settle in.

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Manyara Safari Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We depart early through Karatu towards the Ngorongoro highlands. Allow approximately 90–110 kilometres (56–68 miles) and 2–3 hours to reach the descent area, including entrance formalities. The road climbs through farmland and wooded slopes.

On the crater floor, our guide searches grasslands and wet areas for lions, buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras and hippos. We also scan for black rhinos, which may be distant or out of sight. There is time to ask questions and follow the details of each sighting. We plan breaks around the designated visitor facilities. After a picnic stop and further game viewing, we ascend to the Ngorongoro area. The evening is left free before the longer travel day.

We travel west towards Central Serengeti, covering approximately 140–180 kilometres (87–112 miles), depending on the starting point. Travel and gate procedures normally take around 4–5 hours before additional wildlife stops. This is a full safari travel day, with the main Central Serengeti game drive in the afternoon.

The road changes from higher ground to open plains, with rough and dusty stretches. Our guide adjusts the pace and uses suitable stopping places. Keep your camera and day bag accessible so there is no need to open the main luggage at each stop.

Around Seronera, we explore river corridors and grasslands for elephants, giraffes and lions. Our guide also checks trees where leopards may rest.

We arrive before dark and explain the camp’s arrangements, including any escort required after sunset. The next morning’s flight reporting time is confirmed before the evening is left free.

We arrange a final wildlife drive if the scheduled flight leaves enough time. The combined route to the airstrip may cover approximately 20–60 kilometres (12–37 miles), with around 1–3 hours for driving and stops. Our guide searches nearby tracks without putting the flight connection at risk.

At the airstrip, we assist with your bags and check-in. The Zanzibar service may include intermediate landings, and the ticket confirms the baggage allowance and journey time.

Our island representative meets you on arrival and transfers you to the Stone Town area. This covers approximately 8–15 kilometres (5–9 miles) and usually takes 20–40 minutes. We confirm the next day’s meeting point and leave the remaining time open.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Your private local guide leads the Stone Town walk, normally around 2–3 hours including stops. We can spend more time on the history, architecture or everyday activity that interests you. Permission is requested before close photographs of residents or people at work.

The spice farm visit follows by private vehicle. A farm guide explains the plants and their uses, with time for questions along the garden paths. The route may be uneven, so comfortable walking shoes are useful.

Total road travel is approximately 40–60 kilometres (25–37 miles), normally taking 1–1.5 hours. We return you to Stone Town afterwards and confirm the boat outing arrangements. No wildlife viewing is scheduled today.

Destination:

Stone Town Zanzibar

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We arrange your transfer to the waterfront, usually 0–10 kilometres (0–6 miles) and up to 30 minutes. Our private boat crew explains the outing before departing for Prison Island. The crossing commonly takes around 20–40 minutes, depending on sea conditions.

On the island, our guide accompanies you through the visitor areas and introduces its history. We also visit the giant tortoise enclosure, following the rules around the animals. There is time to observe and take photographs without rushing to match another group’s schedule.

We continue to Nakupenda when the tide provides suitable sandbank access. Swimming is optional, and the crew explains where it is appropriate to enter the water. We return to Stone Town afterwards, with timing based on the conditions and agreed route.

Destination:

Prison Island

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We collect you with your luggage for Jozani and the onward journey to Jambiani. The full road route covers approximately 65–85 kilometres (40–53 miles), taking around 1.5–2.5 hours. Guided walking time is additional.

At Jozani, a local guide leads the forest visit and helps locate red colobus monkeys. We stay on the agreed trails and avoid approaching too closely. A mangrove boardwalk may be part of the route, depending on access.

We continue to Jambiani and help you settle in near the coast. Our team explains the local arrangements and provides the contact needed for assistance. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend at your own pace.

Destination:

Jozan Forest Tours

Overnight:

Mamamapambo Boutique Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We leave the final day open for Jambiani Beach and a quieter finish to the trip. Swimming depends on the tide and sea conditions, with no guided water activity included. Any optional excursion can be discussed separately.  If you depart today, we arrange the airport transfer against your flight. The journey covers approximately 55–70 kilometres (34–43 miles) and normally takes 1–1.5 hours before check-in. A later departure or an extra night gives you more beach time.