9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Explore at your pace on a 9-day solo luxury Tanzania safari with Zanzibar, private guiding, island excursions and Mnemba snorkelling. Enquire today.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire to Manyara
Day 2
Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3
Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti
Day 4
Your Full Day in Central Serengeti
Day 5
A Second Serengeti Day Shaped Around You
Day 6
Morning Serengeti Drive and Flight to Zanzibar
Day 7
Stone Town and Spice Farm with Your Guide
Day 8
Prison Island and Nakupenda Excursion
Day 9
Mnemba Snorkelling at Your Comfort Level

Tour Features

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Duration 9 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In – Fly Out
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Main Tour Focus Safari and Zanzibar
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Tour Type Private Safari
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Tour Circuit Northern Circuit
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Accommodation Luxury Lodges
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Special For Solo travellers
Before your journey

Highlighted Tour Overview

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

Tour stylePrivate Safari
9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday is listed as a Private Safari. See the itinerary for the arrangements for this package.
ExperiencesSolo travellers, Beach Holidays +1
The experiences selected for 9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday are Solo travellers, Beach Holidays, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.
Travel monthsAll year
9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday 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.
9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday
9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday

9 Days of Independent Discovery with Personal Safari and Island Guiding

Our 9-day solo luxury Tanzania safari with Zanzibar begins in Arusha and visits Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Central Serengeti before an island flight. We arrange your own safari vehicle and dedicated guide rather than placing you in a joining group. Two full Serengeti days give you time to follow personal interests, whether those involve photography, animal behaviour, or quiet observation. Zanzibar adds guided visits to Stone Town, a spice farm, Prison Island, Nakupenda, and the waters around Mnemba. Our team handles the transfers and meeting arrangements while keeping your free time your own. You can enjoy conversation and local knowledge without feeling that every moment must be shared. We listen carefully to the kind of experience you want from travelling alone. The result is a journey that combines independence with the reassurance of a welcoming team.

Day by day Itinerary

Arrival Day: Personal Welcome at Kilimanjaro Airport

Personal Welcome at Kilimanjaro Airport

Our representative meets you at Kilimanjaro Airport and introduces the transfer arrangements. We assist with your luggage before the private journey to Arusha. Travelling alone does not mean having to work out every detail immediately after arrival. We explain the next morning’s plan and how to contact our team. There is time to ask any questions that help you feel settled. We also invite you to share the interests that matter most for the safari. The remaining time is left free so you can rest at your own pace. Activities and attractions: Personal airport reception, private transfer, safari orientation, and local support.

Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Overnight:
Mount Meru Hotel
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mid rage 3 star lodge
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images
Mount Meru Hotel Images

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire to Manyara

Arusha to Tarangire to Manyara

We travel towards Tarangire with your interests guiding the approach to the day. Our guide explores river areas and woodland for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. If a particular animal holds your attention, we can give the sighting more time. There is no need to move on because another traveller prefers something different. The guide provides explanations while respecting moments when you simply want to observe. Planned breaks keep the outing comfortable. After the game drive, we continue towards the Manyara area. The first day helps establish the balance of conversation, learning, and quiet that suits you.

Activities and attractions: Private Tarangire game drive, personalised wildlife viewing, elephant behaviour, and river scenery.

Destination:
Tarangire
Overnight:
Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Evening Sun set view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Dining - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Dining - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges 4
Pool - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Room view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Pool view 3 - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Room view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Night view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges 4
Outside view - Manyara Serena Safari Lodges
Manyara Serena Safari Lodges 4

Day 2: Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater

Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater

An early start takes us towards Ngorongoro and the crater descent. Our guide explains the day’s timing before we begin exploring the crater floor. We search for lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and possibly black rhinos. You can ask detailed questions or enjoy watching without interruption. Photography stops are shaped around your interests and available viewing positions. Breaks remain within authorised areas and the permitted visiting period. We do not measure the outing only by the number of species encountered. Later, we ascend with time to appreciate how different this landscape feels from Tarangire.

Activities and attractions: Crater game drive, wildlife photography, hippo pools, and personal interpretation.

Destination:
Lake Manyara
Overnight:
Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 luxury 4 star lodge
Semi luxury 4 star lodge

Day 3: Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

The journey towards Central Serengeti includes longer stretches of driving through changing scenery. We discuss the expected travel time so you understand how the day is structured. Suitable breaks provide time to stretch and appreciate the views. Your guide adapts the conversation to your curiosity rather than following a fixed presentation. In the afternoon, we begin searching the central plains for wildlife. Giraffes, lions, zebras, and antelope may be encountered along the route. We remain at interesting scenes when timing allows. With two full Serengeti days ahead, there is room to enjoy the introduction without rushing.

Activities and attractions: Scenic transfer, highland landscapes, Serengeti plains, and afternoon safari.

Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Overnight:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Property grounds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Outdoor banquet area - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room - Extra beds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 3 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Semi luxury 4 star lodge
Standard Room - Living room - Flat-screen TV- Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room - Balcony view - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Sun deck2
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Exterior - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 4: Your Full Day in Central Serengeti

Your Full Day in Central Serengeti

Today offers the freedom to shape the safari around your own interests. We agree on the departure time and discuss the subjects you most want to observe. Our guide then selects a practical route according to wildlife activity. If a scene deserves patience, we can stay and watch. If your interest changes, we can explore another habitat without consulting a group. Breaks are included so the outing remains enjoyable rather than tiring. Your guide provides company and knowledge while respecting quieter moments. This balance often becomes one of the most rewarding parts of a private solo journey.

Activities and attractions: Full-day private safari, flexible viewing stops, animal behaviour, and personal photography time.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Standard Room - Valley view
Standard Room - Extra beds - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Property grounds 2 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Aerial view - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 33 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room - Balcony view - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Facials, massage - treatment rooms - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 3 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Hiking - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 2 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 5: A Second Serengeti Day Shaped Around You

A Second Serengeti Day Shaped Around You

The additional day gives you time to go beyond the first impressions of Serengeti. You may want to revisit a favourite area or search for wildlife you have not yet observed. Our guide discusses the possibilities without promising particular sightings. A patient return to a productive location can reveal behaviour that was absent yesterday. Alternatively, a different route may offer a broader understanding of the landscape. We include suitable breaks and avoid unnecessary driving. There is no pressure to fill every moment simply because the day is available. The purpose is to let your curiosity shape a deeper and more personal experience.

Activities and attractions: Second full-day game drive, individual wildlife interests, varied habitats, and extended observation.

Destination:
Central Serengeti
Overnight:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served 2 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Sun deck
Standard Room - Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
food and drinks - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Standard Room
Standard Room - Balcony view - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Reception - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Exterior - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Property grounds 2 - Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Morning Serengeti Drive and Flight to Zanzibar

Morning Serengeti Drive and Flight to Zanzibar

We organise the morning around your scheduled flight departure. A final game drive is included when there is sufficient time. Our guide makes the transfer to the airstrip straightforward and well paced. We confirm the Zanzibar meeting arrangements before you leave the mainland. On arrival, our representative welcomes you and provides the private onward transfer. The following day’s programme is explained clearly. We keep the remaining hours free of major activities. This gives you time to rest and prepare for a different style of exploration.

Activities and attractions: Morning wildlife viewing, airstrip transfer, scheduled flight, and personal Zanzibar reception

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

Day 7: Stone Town and Spice Farm with Your Guide

Stone Town and Spice Farm with Your Guide

Stone Town becomes easier to understand with a guide who can respond to your interests. We explore its streets, architecture, and waterfront history at a comfortable pace. You can spend more time on details that catch your attention. We ask permission before photographing people and respect anyone who declines. At the spice farm, our local guide introduces the plants behind familiar ingredients. The visit offers conversation and learning without requiring you to manage the arrangements alone. We keep the two excursions varied and well paced. Afterwards, your remaining time is left open for your own preferences.

Activities and attractions: Guided Stone Town walk, cultural interpretation, architectural details, and spice farm discovery.

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

Day 8: Prison Island and Nakupenda Excursion

Prison Island and Nakupenda Excursion

Our team explains the boat arrangements before the outing. The route and timing follow tides and suitable sea conditions. At Prison Island, we introduce the history and giant tortoise area. There is time to observe and photograph the animals respectfully. Nakupenda offers a slower pace when the sandbank is accessible. You may swim under appropriate guidance or simply enjoy the surroundings. Other visitors may be present, even though your own arrangements are personally coordinated. Our crew handles the return journey so you can focus on the experience.

Activities and attractions: Prison Island visit, giant tortoises, Nakupenda Sandbank, and optional swimming.

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

Day 9: Mnemba Snorkelling at Your Comfort Level

Mnemba Snorkelling at Your Comfort Level

We discuss your swimming confidence before arranging the snorkelling session. The crew explains the equipment and safety procedures clearly. Guides lead the outing in permitted waters around Mnemba. You can focus on observing reef fish without feeling pressure to match another person’s pace. Visibility and sea conditions determine what can be seen. We encourage careful movement and no contact with coral or marine animals. The excursion does not include landing on Mnemba’s private island. Afterwards, we arrange the return transfer and leave the final afternoon yours.

Activities and attractions: Guided snorkelling, marine observation, boat excursion, and personal coastal leisure.

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 confirm your collection time before the final day. A private transfer takes you to Zanzibar Airport. No excursion competes with your departure arrangements. Our team remains available for practical questions. You have time to prepare your bags and documents calmly. We allow sufficient time for check-in. We thank you for trusting us to support a journey that was entirely your own. Activities: Private airport transfer and departure assistance.

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 rateβ€”ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Tour Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $3,615 pp From $2,711 pp
    2 Pax From $2,685 pp From $2,014 pp
    3 Pax From $2,375 pp From $1,781 pp
    4 Pax From $2,220 pp From $1,665 pp
    5 Pax From $2,127 pp From $1,595 pp
    6 Pax From $2,065 pp From $1,549 pp
    7+ Pax From $2,021 pp From $1,516 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 β†—Arrival Day Β· Open location search
    3. Day 1
    4. Ngorongoro national park β†—Day 2 Β· Open location search
    5. Day 3, Day 4
    6. serengeti national park, zanzibar β†—Day 5, Day 6 Β· Open location search
    7. Day 7, Day 8, Day 9
    8. Mnemba β†—Departure Day Β· Open location search
    9. End

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    What is the tour style?

    9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday 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 9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday are Solo travellers, Beach Holidays, Big 5 Safari. The itinerary describes when they take place.

    When can I travel?

    9 Days Solo Luxury Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Beach Holiday 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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