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9-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Offered by - LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Tour Features
This 9-day Tanzania Safari to Zanzibar Adventure perfectly blends thrilling wildlife encounters with tropical island relaxation. The journey begins in Northern Tanzania, exploring Tarangire National Park, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and the wildlife-rich Serengeti plains. After unforgettable game drives, the adventure continues to Zanzibar Island, where pristine beaches, turquoise waters, snorkeling, dolphin tours, and sunset cruises provide the ultimate Indian Ocean escape.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Overland. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Arusha Planet Lodge No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 2 | Eagle’s Nest Lodge (Lake Mburo) No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 3-4 | Serengeti Classic View Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 5 | Karatu Lutheran Hostel No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 6-8 | Marafiki Bungalows No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 9 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arrival – Transfer to Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your safari guide for a transfer to Arusha. Depending on arrival time, relax at the lodge or enjoy views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscapes. This day allows you to recover from your journey and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead. Evening is spent at leisure with dinner and overnight in Arusha.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a full game drive. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, seasonal swamps, and iconic baobab trees. Wildlife sightings may include lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and diverse birdlife along the Tarangire River. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing game viewing in the afternoon.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Eagle’s Nest Lodge (Lake Mburo)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Ngorongoro Crater
Depart early for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the Big Five, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, and abundant plains game. Enjoy lunch on the crater floor surrounded by dramatic scenery before ascending and continuing toward the Serengeti area.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Full Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. The vast plains support abundant wildlife, including large herds of wildebeest and zebras, as well as predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Your guide will track wildlife movements, offering excellent opportunities for photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before returning to camp in the evening.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 5 - Serengeti to Karatu
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in Serengeti National Park before departing toward Karatu. The scenic drive passes through the Ngorongoro Highlands, offering views of rolling hills, farmland, and Maasai villages. Arrive in Karatu in the afternoon and relax at your lodge, enjoying the cooler climate and peaceful surroundings after days in the savannah.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Karatu Lutheran Hostel
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 6 - Walking Safari in Lake Manyara – Fly to Zanzibar
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a guided walking safari, offering a close-up experience with nature, birdlife, and landscapes. After the walk, transfer to the airstrip or airport for your flight to Zanzibar Island. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure by the ocean.
Main Destination: Zanzibar
Accommodation: Marafiki Bungalows
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 7 - Leisure Morning / Sunset Cruise
Enjoy a relaxed morning at leisure on Zanzibar Island. Spend time swimming, relaxing on the beach, or exploring the surroundings at your own pace. In the late afternoon, join a sunset dhow cruise along the Indian Ocean, sailing past the coastline as the sun sets over the water. Return to your resort in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Zanzibar
Accommodation: Marafiki Bungalows
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
- Day 8 - Snorkeling and Dolphin Tour
After breakfast, head out for a snorkeling excursion in the clear turquoise waters of Zanzibar, exploring colorful coral reefs and tropical marine life. Later, enjoy a dolphin tour in areas known for frequent sightings. This day combines adventure and relaxation, offering memorable ocean experiences before returning to your resort for a peaceful evening.
Main Destination: Zanzibar
Accommodation: Marafiki Bungalows
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 9 - Leisure Morning – Departure
Spend your final morning in Zanzibar at leisure, enjoying the beach or a last swim in the ocean. Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to the airport for your onward journey. This marks the end of your unforgettable Tanzania Safari to Zanzibar Adventure, combining wildlife, culture, and beach relaxation into one seamless experience
Main Destination: Zanzibar
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Zanzibar, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Zanzibar, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda
Lion Track Safari Company is a trusted Tanzanian tour operator specializing in tailor made wildlife safaris and immersive travel experiences across East Africa. Based in Arusha, the company delivers high quality, personalized safaris designed to match every traveler’s style whether luxury, adventure, family, or photographic. With expert driver guides, well crafted itineraries, and a strong commitment to conservation and community, Lion Track Safari provides exceptional journeys through iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. The company prides itself on professionalism, reliability, and creating unforgettable safari moments that connect guests to the authentic beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.
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