15-Day Tanzania Northern & Southern Circuit Safari with Zanzibar Beach Escape
Experience the very best of Tanzania on this 15-day adventure, combining the renowned Northern and Southern Safari Circuits with a relaxing beach holiday in Zanzibar. Discover breathtaking landscapes, encounter the Big Five, immerse yourself in local culture, and unwind on the idyllic shores of the Indian Ocean.
Inclusions
- Meet and greet services upon arrival.
- Airport transfers throughout the itinerary.
- Domestic scheduled flights:
- Serengeti to Nyerere National Park.
- Mikumi to Zanzibar.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver-guide for the Northern Circuit.
- Shared safari activities in Nyerere National Park, as per the lodge program.
- All game drives and sightseeing excursions as outlined in the itinerary.
- Guided Arusha City Tour.
- Chemka (Kikuletwa) Hot Springs excursion.
- Stone Town guided tour.
- Prison Island excursion.
- Guided Spice Tour.
- Park and conservation fees.
- Bottled drinking water during safari.
- Government taxes and VAT (where applicable).
Package Exclusions
- International flights.
- Tanzania visa fees.
- Zanzibar travel insurance (mandatory where applicable).
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance.
- Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and premium beverages.
- Meals not specified in the itinerary.
- Laundry services, telephone calls, and other personal expenses.
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel staff, and porters.
- Items of a personal nature.
Details
15-Day Tanzania Northern & Southern Circuit Safari with Zanzibar Beach Escape
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be met by a Usari Safaris and Tours representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure and overnight at
Villa Maua (BB)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Resort
📍 4 Kanisa Road, Arusha
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After breakfast, visit the beautiful Chemka (Kikuletwa) Hot Springs for a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters. Later, enjoy a guided Arusha City Tour, visiting local markets, the Cultural Heritage Centre, and other key attractions before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay at
Villa Maua (BB)
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. In the afternoon, continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at
Marera Valley Lodge (BLD)
⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Beach Resort
📍 Karatu, Arusha
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Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive in one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife destinations. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the Crater before returning to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at
Marera Valley Lodge (BLD)
Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Serengeti National Park, enjoying game viewing along the way. Arrive at your camp for dinner and an overnight stay at
Nyikani Serengeti Camp (BLD)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Camp
📍 Serengeti National Park
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Spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti on morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and other iconic wildlife. Return to your camp for dinner and overnight at
Nyikani Serengeti Camp (BLD)
After breakfast, transfer to Seronera airstrip for your scheduled flight to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Spend the afternoon exploring the park, renowned for its vast wilderness, diverse wildlife, and the Rufiji River ecosystem. Dinner and overnight at
Rufiji River Camp (BLD)
⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Camp
📍Nyerere National Park
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After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park, one of Africa's largest protected wildlife areas. Search for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and the endangered African wild dog while exploring the park's diverse landscapes. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay
Rufiji River Camp (BLD)
After breakfast, depart for Mikumi National Park. Enjoy the scenic drive through southern Tanzania, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive in the park. Later, continue to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay
Vuma Hills Tented Camp (BLD)
⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Beach Resort
📍 Mikumi National Park
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Spend the day exploring Mikumi National Park, home to elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and numerous antelope species. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight at
Vuma Hills Tented Camp (BLD)
After breakfast you are transferred to Mikumi Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, meet your Usari Safaris and Tours representative and transfer to your hotel for rest and relaxation. Later, enjoy a guided Stone Town Tour before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay at
Jafferji House (BB)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Resort
📍 Stone Town, Zanzibar
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After breakfast, take a boat excursion to Prison Island to visit the giant Aldabra tortoises and learn about the island's history. Return to the mainland and continue with a guided Spice Tour before transferring to your beachfront resort for dinner and an overnight stay at
Nur Beach Hotel (BD)
⭐⭐⭐ Luxury Beach Resort
📍 Jambiani, Zanzibar
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Spend the day at leisure relaxing on Zanzibar's white sand beaches, enjoying the resort facilities, or participating in optional water sports and excursions. Overnight at
Nur Beach Hotel (BD)
Enjoy another day at leisure to unwind by the beach, indulge in a spa treatment, or explore the island at your own pace. Overnight at
Nur Beach Hotel (BD)
After breakfast, enjoy free time depending on your flight schedule before transferring to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your departure flight, bringing your unforgettable Tanzanian adventure to an end.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Planning your Tanzania safari? Here are answers to the questions we receive most often. If you need further assistance, our travel specialists are always happy to help.
Absolutely. Every Usari Safaris itinerary is tailor-made and can be customized to match your travel dates, interests, accommodation preferences, budget, and pace of travel. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, family holiday, luxury safari, or adventure expedition, we'll create an itinerary that perfectly suits your needs.
Most safari packages include accommodation, private transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle, professional English-speaking safari guide, park entrance fees (where specified), meals as indicated in the itinerary, and scheduled activities. Please refer to the specific itinerary for complete inclusions.
No. International and domestic flights are only included if specifically mentioned in the itinerary or quotation. We can assist you with flight recommendations and bookings upon request.
Tanzania is a year-round safari destination. The best time depends on your interests, whether it's witnessing the Great Migration, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoying a beach holiday in Zanzibar, or experiencing exceptional wildlife viewing during the dry season.
Yes. Combining a wildlife safari with a relaxing Zanzibar beach holiday is one of our most popular experiences. We can tailor a seamless itinerary that includes Tanzania's national parks and the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar.
Most visitors require a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. Our travel consultants will guide you through the visa application process before your departure.
We recommend packing lightweight clothing, a light jacket for cool mornings and evenings, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, camera equipment, binoculars, insect repellent, and any personal medications.
We use specially designed 4×4 safari vehicles equipped with pop-up roofs for wildlife viewing, comfortable seating, charging ports, and driven by experienced professional safari guides to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.
Yes. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, baggage, and evacuation to ensure peace of mind throughout your journey.
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