Join our top best 12-day Tanzania group mid-range safari and Zanzibar holiday blends breathtaking wildlife encounters with ultimate beach relaxation. Travel across Tanzania’s world-renowned northern safari circuit across Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara before flying to Zanzibar’s palm-fringed beaches and turquoise waters. Travel in comfortable vehicles, and enjoy guided cultural and historical tours.
12 Days Tanzania Group Mid-Range Safari Tour & Zanzibar Beach Holiday (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 12 Days Tanzania Group Mid-Range Safari Tour & Zanzibar Beach Holiday (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Luxury: This tour uses luxury lodges
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 12 Days Tanzania Group Mid-Range Safari Tour & Zanzibar Beach Holiday (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,
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Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle,
12 Days Tanzania Group Mid-Range Safari Tour & Zanzibar Beach Holiday (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Arrival in Kilimanjaro International Airport then Transfer to Arusha
Upon landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our driver holding a sign with your name. Enjoy a smooth transfer to your hotel in Arusha, where lush gardens, a swimming pool, and a bar await. Later in the evening, our safari coordinator will conduct a detailed pre-safari briefing, preparing you for the adventure ahead. This day is designed to help you rest and adjust before the safari.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha
- Accommodation:
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Green Mountain Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Arusha to Tarangire National Park and overnight at Mto wa Mbu
After breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, a vast wilderness famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. As you enter the park, you’ll be greeted by sweeping savannahs dotted with wildlife. Watch as giraffes stretch to eat from tall trees, lions laze under the shade, and warthogs scurry across the plains. With over 500 bird species, Tarangire is also a paradise for birdwatchers. After an exciting game drive, continue to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fanaka Safari Lodge & Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Today, embark on a scenic drive toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro highlands. The landscape changes dramatically as lush forests give way to golden plains. Along the way, stop for a picnic lunch and spot wildlife roaming freely. Entering Serengeti feels like stepping into a documentary—endless horizons, acacia trees, and animals everywhere. In the afternoon, enjoy your first Serengeti game drive before heading to your tented lodge
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Simba Public Campsite
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Wake up early for a full day of game drives in the Serengeti. Follow the Great Migration routes, where thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move in search of fresh grazing. Lions and cheetahs stalk the herds, creating thrilling predator-prey scenes. If you wish, begin your day with a hot air balloon safari (optional, $500 per person) for breathtaking aerial views. After an adventurous day, relax at your tented camp under the starry African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Shuhudia Adventure Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy an early morning game drive when the Serengeti is most alive—lions returning from the hunt, hyenas scavenging, and elephants grazing in the golden light. Later, journey toward Ngorongoro, passing through rich wildlife corridors. The road offers scenic views of the vast crater rim. Arrive at your lodge near Ngorongoro, where dinner awaits.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Wild Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater to Mto wa Mbu
Today is a highlight of your safari! After breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This natural amphitheater shelters nearly 30,000 animals, including the rare black rhino, lions, elephants, hippos, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool as you marvel at the scenery. In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and return to Mto wa Mbu for overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Mto wa Mbu Village
- Accommodation:
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Fanaka Safari Lodge & Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Mto wa Mbu to Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha
After breakfast, visit Lake Manyara National Park, a lush haven at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for its tree-climbing lions and large flocks of pink flamingos, the park offers diverse ecosystems—ranging from groundwater forests to open grasslands. Spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, and over 400 bird species. After a rewarding game drive, return to Arusha for an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
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Green Mountain Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Arusha – Flight to Zanzibar (flight not included
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before transferring to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you and transfer you to your beach hotel, where palm trees, ocean breezes, and tranquility await. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Beach
- Accommodation:
- Tembo House Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Stone Town & Prison Island Tour
Explore Zanzibar’s rich history with a guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through winding alleys filled with bustling markets, admire the famous carved wooden doors, and visit landmarks like the former slave market, the Sultan’s Palace, and the Old Fort. In the afternoon, take a short boat trip to Prison Island, where giant Aldabra tortoises—some over 150 years old—roam freely. After a fascinating day, return to your beach hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Prison Island
- Accommodation:
- Tembo House Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Spend four glorious days relaxing on Zanzibar’s world-renowned beaches. Lounge on soft white sands, swim in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or join optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, and spice farm tours. With palm-fringed shores and magical sunsets, this is the perfect way to end your adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Beach
- Accommodation:
- Tembo House Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Spend four glorious days relaxing on Zanzibar’s world-renowned beaches. Lounge on soft white sands, swim in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or join optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, and spice farm tours. With palm-fringed shores and magical sunsets, this is the perfect way to end your adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Beach
- Accommodation:
- Tembo House Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Spend four glorious days relaxing on Zanzibar’s world-renowned beaches. Lounge on soft white sands, swim in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or join optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, and spice farm tours. With palm-fringed shores and magical sunsets, this is the perfect way to end your adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Beach
- Accommodation:
- Tembo House Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Spend four glorious days relaxing on Zanzibar’s world-renowned beaches. Lounge on soft white sands, swim in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or join optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, and spice farm tours. With palm-fringed shores and magical sunsets, this is the perfect way to end your adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Beach
- Accommodation:
- Tembo House Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Transferring to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
Enjoy your last breakfast in paradise before transferring to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your international flight home (flight not included). Take unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wilderness and Zanzibar’s island beauty
- Main Destination:
- Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Camping Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
What's Not Included
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(5)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
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