9 Days Private Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar

Our representative welcomes you at the airport and helps with your bags before the transfer to Arusha. We cover approximately 50–60 kilometres (31–37 miles) in around 1–1.5 hours through farmland and towns. No wildlife activity is planned after your flight. Once you are settled, our team explains the safari departure and reviews any preferences already shared. We leave the rest of the day free so you can rest together before the early start.

Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Overnight:

Kibo Palace Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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We begin early for the approximately 120-kilometre (75-mile) journey to Tarangire. The drive normally takes 2–2.5 hours before entrance procedures. Our guide then follows woodland and river tracks according to the animals present.

Elephants, giraffes and zebras are among the wildlife we search for, with lions possible in suitable areas. Your private vehicle allows longer stops when a sighting interests you both. We discuss the options while keeping enough time for the remaining route.

After a picnic break, we continue the afternoon wildlife search. Later, we transfer approximately 70–100 kilometres (43–62 miles) to the Manyara area, taking around 1.5–2 hours. The evening remains free rather than adding another activity after the drive.

Destination:

Tarangire

Overnight:

Manyara Safari Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We leave early and travel through Karatu towards Ngorongoro. The route to the descent area covers approximately 90–110 kilometres (56–68 miles), taking around 2–3 hours with entry formalities. Wooded highlands replace the farmland as the road climbs towards the rim.

Below the rim, our guide explores grasslands and wet areas for lions, buffaloes, zebras and hippos. We also look for black rhinos, although they may be far from the road. Binoculars can help with distant sightings.

We stop at an approved picnic site before continuing through another part of the crater. The route allows time to observe animals rather than simply move between sightings. We later ascend to the Ngorongoro area for the evening.

The morning is mainly for the transfer into Serengeti. Depending on the starting location, we travel approximately 140–180 kilometres (87–112 miles), allowing around 4–5 hours for driving and gate procedures. Wildlife stops may extend this journey.

We cross higher ground before reaching open plains, with some uneven and dusty sections. Our guide adjusts the pace and uses suitable places for breaks.

The afternoon half-day game drive explores the Seronera area. We search for elephants, giraffes and lions along grasslands and river corridors, while checking trees for leopards. We arrive before dark and leave the evening open before the full Serengeti day.

We start early to make use of the cooler morning hours. There is no transfer to another park today, giving us more time to follow animal activity within Central Serengeti. Our guide chooses a route through suitable grasslands, river areas and rocky sections.

If an animal remains active, we can stay and watch without needing to leave immediately. There is time for photographs and questions, with the guide explaining what is happening at the sighting. We still keep a respectful distance and follow the permitted tracks.

A picnic break divides the day before further afternoon viewing. The outing may cover approximately 80–150 kilometres (50–93 miles), with around 6–8 hours devoted to driving and wildlife stops. Actual distance depends on the sightings and conditions.

We return before dark and confirm the flight arrangements. The rest of the evening is left for your own time together.

We plan your final Serengeti outing around the confirmed flight. The combined route to the airstrip may cover approximately 20–60 kilometres (12–37 miles), with around 1–3 hours available for driving and sightings. Our guide stays within practical reach of the departure point.

We assist with your bags and check-in for the scheduled Zanzibar service. The flight may carry other passengers and include intermediate stops, so it is not a private charter.

Our island representative transfers you to the Stone Town area after arrival. This journey covers approximately 8–15 kilometres (5–9 miles) and normally takes 20–40 minutes. We keep the rest of the day free after the flight.

Destination:

Central Serengeti

Overnight:

Tembo House Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Our local guide leads a morning walk through selected Stone Town lanes and waterfront areas. Allow around 2–3 hours with pauses for explanations, photographs and questions. The route can be adjusted where practical instead of rushed to cover every site.

Afterwards, we collect your luggage and drive to Nungwi or Kendwa. This transfer covers approximately 55–65 kilometres (34–40 miles) and normally takes 1.5–2 hours. The move gives you one northern base for the remaining island activities.

We help you settle in and leave the remaining afternoon free beside the coast. No wildlife excursion is scheduled today.

Destination:

Stone Town Zanzibar

Overnight:

Amaan Beach Bungalows

  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 your northern beach base, allow approximately 25–40 kilometres (16–25 miles) each way and around 45–75 minutes on the road. The crew confirms the boat departure according to conditions.

Our private boat takes you to permitted snorkelling areas around Mnemba. The guide checks your equipment and explains how to remain above the coral without touching it. We explore for reef fish at a comfortable pace, with breaks on board when needed.

The outing does not include landing on Mnemba’s private island. After returning to shore, we drive you back to your beach base. The afternoon remains open for time together.

Destination:

Mnemba

Overnight:

Amaan Beach Bungalows

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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We arrange visits to both northern beach areas without adding a long cross-island journey. Depending on your hotel and the selected stops, local driving may total approximately 15–30 kilometres (9–19 miles), taking around 30–60 minutes. We agree on the starting time beforehand.

In Nungwi, we allow time for the shoreline and suitable public paths. We then continue to Kendwa, where the pace is slower and the focus is beach time rather than a detailed sightseeing schedule.

Swimming depends on the conditions, and no private stretch of beach is promised. A boat cruise is not included in this day’s programme. We return you to your selected base after the agreed visit.

Destination:

Nungwi Village

Overnight:

Amaan Beach Bungalows

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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There is no early collection unless your flight requires it. We leave the day open for the beach and time together, with no organised wildlife or sea excursion. Any additional activity would be arranged separately.

For departure, the airport journey covers approximately 60–70 kilometres (37–43 miles) and usually takes 1.5–2 hours, plus check-in time. We set collection against your ticket. A later flight or another night allows a longer final day beside the sea.