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11 Day Tanzania Great Migration and Zanzibar Beach Safari

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 11 Day Tanzania Great Migration and Zanzibar Beach Safari that combines spectacular wildlife viewing with a relaxing beach holiday. Experience Tanzania’s incredible landscapes and wildlife, including the famous Great Migration in Serengeti National Park, renowned for its remarkable ecological significance. Serengeti National Park was recognized as a World Heritage Site in 1981, reflecting its unique ecosystem and dynamic natural beauty. After an exhilarating safari, unwind on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar for a serene escape.

This 11-day safari can be customized to fit your preferences. Contact the Trek Africa Expeditions team to tailor your perfect safari package, including accommodation, transportation, meals, and activities.

Tour Summary

Destinations: Tanzania and Zanzibar
Tour Start/End: Begins in Kilimanjaro/Arusha and concludes in Zanzibar
Highlights: Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Beach
Activities: Game drives, dolphin excursion, boat cruise, beach relaxation
Transportation: 4×4 safari vehicle
Airport Transfers: Included
Additional Accommodation: Available before the tour at an extra cost

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you’ll be met by our professional driver and transferred to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and overnight. Optional tours to explore Arusha and visit local markets are available.

Meal Plan: Full Board
Accommodation: Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

Day 2

Transfer to Tarangire National Park for a Game Drive

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive to spot a variety of mammals, including lions and other predators. Later, transfer to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 3

Game Drive in Serengeti Central - Seronera

Following breakfast, journey to Serengeti National Park, crossing the Ngorongoro Highlands. Experience a game drive in the Serengeti savannah, where you’ll encounter diverse wildlife. Optional activities include a visit to Olduvai Gorge or a sunrise balloon safari.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Serengeti Kifaru Tented Lodge

Day 4

Game Drive in Serengeti Mara

After breakfast, drive to the Mara area in the northern Serengeti, where you can witness the Great Migration. If lucky, you might see wildlife crossing the famous Mara River. An optional sunrise balloon safari is available.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Serengeti Kifaru Tented Lodge

Day 5

Game Drive in Serengeti North - Serengeti Central

Enjoy breakfast before heading to the northern Serengeti to focus on the Great Migration. Later, return to the central Serengeti with a game drive en route.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Serengeti Kifaru Tented Lodge

Day 6

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a Game drive

After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater. Explore this unique landscape and spot a variety of wildlife, including the Big Five—lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffaloes. Bird enthusiasts will also enjoy observing various bird species.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 7

International Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro international Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel or resort for check-in. Enjoy a delightful dinner and settle in for the evening, preparing for your island adventure.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort / Hotel Melia Zanzibar

Day 8

Beach Day, Relaxation, and Free Time

This day is dedicated to pure relaxation at your beach resort. This is your personal time to unwind, soak in the sun, and explore the resort's amenities at your leisure. Whether you choose to engage in water sports, capture the beauty of the surroundings with your camera, or simply relax on the beach, the day is yours to enjoy.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort / Hotel Melia Zanzibar

Day 9

Dolphin Excursion

After breakfast, embark on a dolphin excursion in the southern part of Zanzibar, specifically in the charming Kizimkazi fishing village. Here, you'll have the opportunity to see bottlenose and humpback dolphins in their natural habitat. You can also swim and snorkel alongside these magnificent creatures. After the excursion, enjoy lunch before heading to Stone Town for an overnight stay at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Day 10

Zanzibar Beach Life

After breakfast, enjoy another day of relaxation on the beautiful shores of the Indian Ocean. Swim, take a stroll along the beach, or enjoy boat rides and the hotel’s swimming pool. Zanzibar’s beaches offer some of the best swimming and relaxation opportunities in East Africa.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Day 11

Departure

In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Dar es Salaam and your onward international flight home.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel for the entire trip
Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
All Park entrance fees
Drinking water while in the vehicle

Excludes

International airfares
All expenses of personal nature such as drinks and tips

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GENERAL FAQs

General FAQs

Can I reschedule or cancel this trip?

Rescheduling: You can reschedule this trip as a private tour to any date within 12 months at no additional cost.
Booking Deposit: A 30% deposit of the total tour price is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days before the tour departure date. Bookings not secured with the appropriate deposit will be released.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel between 90 and 45 days before departure: 20% penalty of the tour price.
- Cancel within 45 days of departure or no show: 100% penalty of the tour price.

Availability and Accommodations

Reservations: Accommodation and activity availability is not guaranteed until reservations are confirmed with the final itinerary and deposit payment. If any quoted accommodations are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute them with suitable alternatives, which may affect the final quoted price.

Insurance

Requirement: All clients must have medical and travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Rates

Subject to Change: Tour rates are subject to change without notice. We will make every effort to maintain rates, but changes in government taxes or operating conditions may be passed on to clients.

Permit Cancellation Policy

Uganda Gorilla Permit Cancellation Policy

Guarantee: A Gorilla Permit is guaranteed only upon receipt of the deposit ($800 per person per trek) as it must be paid immediately to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Cancellation Fees

More than 90 days before tracking: 25% cancellation fee.
89 to 46 days before tracking: 50% cancellation fee.
45 to 9 days before tracking: 75% cancellation fee.
8 to 0 days before tracking: 100% cancellation fee.

Important Information

Age Requirement: The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years.
Health: Visitors with flu or other airborne diseases will not be allowed into the rainforest jungle to see the gorillas.
Safety Protocols: Masks must be worn at all times, and a distance of 10 meters must be maintained between you and the gorillas.

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