Safari PlanningFor European travellers, the Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach combination is the ultimate holiday — world-class wildlife followed by white-sand beaches and turquoise waters. It’s no wonder this itinerary consistently ranks as one of the most popular African holiday packages booked from the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia.
Here’s everything you need to know about combining safari and beach in one unforgettable trip.
Zanzibar sits just a 1.5-hour flight from the Serengeti or Arusha, making it the easiest beach extension in all of Africa. No visa hassles — it’s still Tanzania. And the contrast between dusty savannah game drives and spice island relaxation is utterly magical.
Days 1-2: Arrive Kilimanjaro, transfer to Tarangire National Park. Elephants, baobab trees, and big cats.
Days 3-4: Ngorongoro Crater — the world’s largest unflooded caldera, home to the Big Five.
Days 5-6: Central Serengeti — endless plains, lion prides, cheetah hunts, and the Great Migration (seasonal).
Day 7: Fly from Serengeti to Zanzibar (scenic 1.5-hour flight over the savannah and coast).
Days 8-10: Zanzibar — beach, Stone Town exploration, spice tour, snorkelling, or diving. Depart from Zanzibar International Airport.
Days 1-4: Northern Tanzania circuit (Tarangire + Ngorongoro) with comfortable lodge accommodation.
Days 5-7: Zanzibar — choose between luxury resort or charming boutique guesthouse.
Day 8: Depart Zanzibar.
Cost: From approximately €1,800 per person (excluding international flights), based on mid-range accommodation and shared safari vehicle.
Days 1-7: Private vehicle safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and both central and northern Serengeti. Stay at premium tented camps.
Days 8-12: Zanzibar — overwater villa or private beach resort. Include a private dhow cruise, sunset fishing, and a chef’s table dinner on the beach.
Cost: From approximately €6,500 per person (excluding international flights).
The combination works year-round, but here are the sweet spots:
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