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Tour Overview
The classic pairing of a Northern Circuit safari with a proper beach close on Zanzibar — six nights of game drives followed by four nights to properly unwind, rather than a rushed one- or two-night beach add-on.
Luxury Highlights
- Full Northern Circuit coverage across three parks
- A genuine four-night beach stay, not a token add-on
- Direct flight connection between Serengeti and Zanzibar
- Optional Stone Town cultural day
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Tarangire National Park
Arrive and begin with elephant- and baobab-focused game drives.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Crater-rim lodge with a full-day crater floor descent.
Serengeti National Park
Fly into the Serengeti for two full days of game drives.
Zanzibar
Fly directly to Zanzibar to close the trip with beach time and an optional Stone Town visit.
Accommodation on This Safari
Accommodation is selected from our recommended lodge directory for each region visited, matched to your preferences on privacy, style, and budget tier during planning — see the relevant region and lodge pages for specific property options.
Meals Included
All meals are included throughout the safari portions of this itinerary; specific inclusions for any city or beach nights should be confirmed at booking, as these can vary by property.
Flights & Transfers
Internal transfers combine light-aircraft flights and road transfers as appropriate to each leg; specific routing is confirmed once your season and exact camps are set.
Wildlife Expectations
Resident wildlife across the Northern Circuit stops is reliable; treat migration sightings as a bonus. As with all our itineraries, we do not guarantee specific sightings.
Best Season for This Itinerary
Northern Circuit portion strongest June–October; Zanzibar strongest June–October and December–February.
Optional Experiences & Add-Ons
Hot air balloon safaris, private guided walks, cultural visits, and helicopter transfers can be added to most legs of this itinerary on request. Internal link: Experiences
Packing Guide
Neutral-toned clothing, layers for early-morning game drives, comfortable closed shoes, and a wide-brimmed hat are recommended across all legs of this itinerary. Internal link: The Tanzania Safari Packing Guide
What's Included / What's Excluded
Included: accommodation, meals as specified, park and conservation fees, private guiding, and internal transfers listed above. Excluded: international flights, visas, travel insurance, gratuities, and optional add-on experiences unless otherwise agreed.
Why Choose This Safari
The classic pairing of a Northern Circuit safari with a proper beach close on Zanzibar — six nights of game drives followed by four nights to properly unwind, rather than a rushed one- or two-night beach add-on.
Upgrade Options
Upgrade the Zanzibar stay to a private villa or private-island property such as Mnemba Island.