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10 Days Grand Tanzania Safari: Northern Circuit & Zanzibar

10-day Tanzania grand safari and Zanzibar holiday
Starting Point Arusha, Tanzania
Duration 10 Days / 9 Nights
Group Size 2 - 12 Guests
Difficulty Easy (All Ages)
Rating 4.9 / 5

This 10-day Tanzania safari is the most complete wildlife-and-coast itinerary in the current safari package set. It combines the core northern circuit parks with a generous Zanzibar extension, making it ideal for travelers who want depth, variety, and a less rushed pace.

From Tarangire's elephants and baobabs to the Serengeti plains, the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and the beaches of Zanzibar, the route captures the broad range of landscapes and experiences that make Tanzania so compelling.

For honeymooners, milestone travelers, private groups, and guests wanting a flagship safari package, this 10-day itinerary offers one of the best all-round Tanzania experiences available.

Safari Highlights

  • Most complete northern circuit and Zanzibar combination
  • Extended time for wildlife and beach relaxation
  • Excellent flagship route for a premium Tanzania trip
  • Strong mix of savannah, crater, forest, and coast
  • Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara, and Zanzibar
  • Private safari guiding with flexible pacing
  • Great for honeymoon or milestone travel
  • Allows more breathing room across the full route

Good To Know Before You Go

  • This itinerary suits guests who do not want to rush Tanzania highlights
  • Pack for both safari conditions and island weather
  • Longer duration improves flexibility and overall experience quality
  • Zanzibar days can stay relaxed or include excursions
  • The mainland route can adjust around seasonal wildlife priorities
  • Extra island or Arusha nights can be added on request

Best Time For This 10 Days Tanzania Safari

This package works year-round. Dry-season wildlife viewing is especially strong from June to October, while the longer itinerary also performs very well in greener months because it has enough time to absorb seasonal differences and still deliver a complete experience.

Expert Safari Guide
Safe & Secure Travel
Private 4x4 Vehicle
Complete Northern Circuit
Zanzibar Beaches
Flagship Tanzania Trip

Full Itinerary

Arrival in Kilimanjaro / Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Rest, meet our safari team, and get a detailed briefing before your wildlife adventure begins.

Accommodation: Hotel in Arusha (Bed & Breakfast)

Arusha to Tarangire

Start with Tarangire National Park, where elephant herds, baobabs, and broad savannah game viewing create a strong first safari day before overnight near Karatu.

Accommodation: Lodge near Karatu

Karatu to Serengeti

Travel through the Ngorongoro highlands into Serengeti National Park and begin wildlife viewing on arrival before overnight in the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Serengeti lodge or tented camp

Full Day Serengeti Game Drives

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with your guide, focusing on the most active wildlife areas available and seasonal movement where relevant.

Accommodation: Serengeti lodge or tented camp

Another Serengeti Wildlife Day

Use a second full Serengeti day for deeper game viewing, photography, and flexibility around changing wildlife conditions.

Accommodation: Serengeti lodge or tented camp

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Area

After a morning wildlife drive in the Serengeti, continue toward the Ngorongoro area and overnight near the crater.

Accommodation: Lodge on the crater rim or in Karatu

Lake Manyara Region

Take in Lake Manyara or the surrounding Rift Valley area before shifting toward the island section of the trip, adding another scenic ecosystem to the route.

Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu / Manyara area

Transfer to Zanzibar

Continue to Zanzibar and transfer to your beach resort. The pace changes here from road safari to coastal relaxation.

Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar

Zanzibar Beach and Marine Leisure

Enjoy a day on the coast with optional snorkeling, dhow cruise, swimming, or simple beach relaxation.

Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar

Stone Town or Island Excursions

Use the day for Stone Town, spice tours, cultural excursions, or more relaxed beach time depending on your travel style.

Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar

Final Zanzibar Leisure Day

Enjoy one more full package day on the island with flexible time for the beach or optional activities before departure.

Accommodation: Beach resort in Zanzibar

Departure Day

After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your next destination. Extra island or Arusha nights can be added on request.

Transfer: Airport or hotel transfer included

Includes

  • Airport pickup & drop-off in Arusha
  • 9 nights lodge / tented camp and beach resort accommodation
  • All meals during the safari (full board)
  • Unlimited drinking water in the vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • All national park & crater fees

Excludes

  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Travel & medical insurance
  • Tanzania entry visa fees
  • Tips & gratuities for guide/staff
  • Alcoholic & soft drinks
  • Personal expenses & souvenirs
  • Optional hot-air balloon safari
  • Optional marine excursions in Zanzibar
  • Extra hotel nights before or after safari
  • Laundry & telephone charges

Tour Inquiry

  • Starting From:
  • $4,280 /per person