Tanzania & Zanzibar: Safari & Beach

From Lake Manyara to the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater rim, this private Tanzania safari crosses four distinct landscapes before the pace changes entirely on the shores of Zanzibar. 

This eleven-night itinerary is a classic Tanzania circuit, ideal for travellers stepping into the country for the first time. Beginning in Arusha, the journey takes in Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, each offering diverse game viewing, from Manyara's forested groundwater lake to the open plains of the Serengeti and the concentrated wildlife of the crater floor. Throughout, you'll have your own private vehicle and driver-guide, so the pace and focus of each game drive is entirely yours.  

After six nights on safari, the trip shifts gear completely with five nights at Neptune Pwani in Zanzibar, trading dust and dawn starts for warm water and slower mornings. It's a well-balanced introduction to Tanzania, pairing its best-known safari circuit with genuine time to unwind. 

Your Experience Includes: 

• 1 night at Arusha Serena Hotel in a Standard Room on Half Board  
• 1 night at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge in a Standard Room on Full Board 
• 2 nights at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge in a Standard Room on Full Board 
• 2 nights at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in a Standard Room on Full Board  
• 5 nights in Zanzibar at Neptune Pwani Beach & Resort in a Deluxe Garden View Room on All-Inclusive 
• Private Somak 4x4 Safari vehicle with an expert driver-guide throughout the safari 
• Twice-daily game drives to spot the Big Five and other wildlife in a variety of safari destinations 
• Game drives in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area 
• Descend into the crater floor to see the Big Five 
• Lunch in Arusha at Elewana Coffee Lodge before your flight to Zanzibar 
• Choose from a variety of restaurants while in Zanzibar 
• Canoeing and introductory dive lesson in the pool 
• Return international flights with Ethiopian Airways from Heathrow  
• 23kg baggage allowance per person 
• Airport taxes and surcharges. Regional supplements may apply 
• AMREF Flying Doctors emergency medical cover 

Why You’ll Love This Trip! 
You'll love how this trip changes shape every couple of days, from the coffee farms around Arusha to the tree-lined shores of Lake Manyara, the open plains of the Serengeti and the crater walls of Ngorongoro, all covered with your own vehicle and guide so you can linger wherever catches your eye. Travelling in April and May means the wildebeest migration is likely to be moving through the very region you're exploring, adding a layer of unpredictability to each game drive. Waking up on the rim of Ngorongoro, looking straight down into a crater that holds thousands of animals within its walls, is the kind of moment that stays with you long after the trip ends. Then everything slows down. Five nights at Neptune Pwani on Zanzibar's north east coast give you space to do nothing in particular, with the beach, the water and an all-inclusive stay taking care of the rest. It's a trip that gives you Tanzania's classic safari circuit without asking you to choose between wildlife and rest, because it gives you both in full. 

Ready to Book? 
Your unforgettable safari and island beach adventure to Tanzania is just a call or email away. You’re in excellent hands with our dedicated travel experts who are always ready to assist with any questions about destinations, accommodation, or experiences, ensuring every detail comes together to make your holiday truly unforgettable. 

Call: 0208 423 3000 
Email: holidays@somak.co.uk 
Quote Reference: 81997 
Travel period: 15 April – 31 May 2027 
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T&C: Prices are fluid and subject to availability. Price based on two adults sharing, based on departure dates of 17 May 2027.  

No Tourist tax applies in Tanzania. Zanzibar charges a mandatory infrastructure tax of $5 per person per night for both adults and children, paid directly to hotels upon check-in or check-out. 

Calculated 26/08/2026. Exchange rates and local taxes may change before you pay in resort. 
Exchange rate used: $1.00 = £0.73 
Paid direct to hotel (total) $50 = £36.50 
Additionally, a mandatory $44 per adult travel insurance fee is required, which needs to be paid online before departure.  Prices are correct at time of posting 26/08/2026.