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Serengeti to Zanzibar Overland Safari & Participation Camping

From
CAD 2,239
Duration
9 days
Countries
Tanzania
Activity
easy

The adventure

Tanzania boasts some pretty epic sites and this 9-day tour includes all the must-sees. From the mountains to grassland savanna, and the beautiful island paradise of Zanzibar, you’ll see mighty elephants, search for the “big five” through the Serengeti, and immerse yourself in the wilds of this mighty country all while camping and travelling overland in a comfortable vehicle.

At a glance

Duration
9 days
Route
Arusha → Stone Town
Countries
Tanzania
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, National Parks & Wilderness, Overland & Road Trips, Sailing & Marine, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

Serengeti to Zanzibar Overland Safari & Participation Camping image

Day by day

A herd of zebras grazing in the Serengeti plains of Tanzania under a bright sky.
Your journey through

Tanzania

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time. Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at a nearby local restaurant in Arusha
Arrive at any time. Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at a nearby local restaurant in Arusha
Day 2Prepare for a wildlife safari experience in one…Serengeti
A solitary wildebeest stands in the vast Serengeti grasslands, captured in natural daylight.Serengeti
Prepare for a wildlife safari experience in one of the most famous national parks in Africa; the Serengeti. Travel from Arusha and begin a 3-day, 2-night excursion with a safari drive through the park.
Map showing Serengeti
Day 3Head out on a final morning safari…Serengeti
A herd of wildebeest and zebras grazing in the Maasai Mara, Kenya.Serengeti
Head out on a final morning safari in the Serengeti before continuing on to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for its magnificent wildlife viewing opportunities. Set up camp in the late afternoon near the crater rim and simply soak in this beautiful setting.
Map showing Serengeti
Day 4Adventure down to the crater floor…Arusha
A solitary hyena walks through the lush grasslands of Ngorongoro, Tanzania.Arusha
Adventure down to the crater floor for a final safari experience in an area surrounded by the high walls. Exit the crater in the late morning and drive in the 4x4 safari vehicles back to Arusha. Stop along the way at Mto wa Mbu for a cultural walk and experience daily life in this rural town. Then, sit down for a traditional lunch with members from the local community.
Map showing Arusha
Day 5Depart from Arusha early in your private vehicle…
A vibrant wildlife scene in Ngorongoro, Tanzania featuring a herd of wildebeests grazing against a backdrop of lush, green hills.Arusha
Depart from Arusha early in your private vehicle towards Bagamoyo. Enjoy the Tanzanian countryside passing by and be on the lookout for the blue waters of the Indian Ocean in the distance. The group will spend the night in Bagamoyo before transferring to Dar es Salaam and the island beaches of Zanzibar.
Map showing Arusha
Day 6Travel from Bagamoyo to Dar es Salaam…Stone Town
Paved narrow street between aged stone residential houses with shabby facade in cityStone Town
Travel from Bagamoyo to Dar es Salaam and hop on the ferry in the morning to the picturesque island beaches of Zanzibar. Spend the remainder of the day enjoying the sandy shores of this archipelago paradise. Set off on an orientation walk with your CEO in Stone Town.
Map showing Stone Town
Day 7Explore the heart of Zanzibar on your own
Explore the heart of Zanzibar on your own. Walk the winding streets, visit the various squares, and choose to try some tasty treats from pavement vendors. The group will travel to the tropical haven of Jambiani for the next few days.
Day 8Spend a free day in one…
Spend a free day in one of the world’s great cultural crossroads. Choose to partake in a diving experience, go snorkelling, hop aboard a sailing trip, or lounge on the beach listening to the nearby lapping waves in this East African paradise.
Day 9Travel back to Stone Town from the other…
Paved narrow street between aged stone residential houses with shabby facade in cityStone Town
Travel back to Stone Town from the other side of the island. The tour ends in the late morning upon arrival.
Map showing Stone Town

Discover Tanzania

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

A serene view of a hot air balloon floating over the African savannah at sunrise, perfect for travel and adventure themes.
A stunning panoramic view of Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, showcasing its vast savannah and natural beauty.
A jeep drives through the dusty roads of an African savanna surrounded by trees and open landscape.
A Maasai individual stands by a dirt road amidst lush green hills and scenic landscape.
Scenic view of snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro amidst clouds and acacia trees.

Upcoming departures

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