Serengeti Safari & Zanzibar
From AUD $5149
Small Group
Light
Rating
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Serengeti Safari & Zanzibar
12 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
There's no better way to see Tanzania than by sleeping where the wildlife roam, and you'll have the opportunity to do just that on this 12-day tour.
There's no better way to see Tanzania than by sleeping where the wildlife roam, and you'll have the opportunity to do just that on this 12-day tour. Your safari through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro includes an overnight camp at the edge of a crater where lions, buffalo, and zebra like to wander. Then jet over to Zanzibar where historic towns and blissful beaches await. You'll leave with a host of postcard-worthy photos and memorable experiences in your pocket, and perhaps a few grains of sand, too.
Highlights
- Enjoy wildlife drives in the Serengeti
- Savour traditional cuisine in a local village
- Take in the views at Ngorongoro Crater
- Meet local artisans on a village walk
- Explore Stone Town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Take in the aromas of a spice plantation tour
- Relax on a tropical beach.
Trip Details
12 days
7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle, plane, minibus, walking.
Small Group
English
Arusha, Tanzania
Stone Town, Tanzania
Budget
Classic
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2: Arusha/Mto wa Mbu
Travel to Mto wa Mbu and take part in a cultural walk to learn about life in the area. Meet the women who run the rural town's tours and enjoy a delicious home made traditional lunch.
Spend the afternoon viewing wildlife along the main road that winds through a lush cool forests of Lake Manyara National Park, overgrown with ficus trees and covered with bromeliads.
This area is truly stunning, as the western wall of the Rift Valley escarpment provides a gorgeous backdrop. Search for the phenomenal birdlife, tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, and hippos.
Day 3: Mto wa Mbu/Serengeti National Park
Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and on to Serengeti National Park. En route marvel at the sheer vastness of this territory, and spot the multitude of animal and birdlife while cruising through this acacia-accented savanna.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
The rich pasture and permanent water of the Crater floor supports a resident population of more than 20,000 to 25,000 large mammals.
Day 6: Ngorongoro/Arusha
Day 7: Arusha
Day 8: Arusha/Stone Town
Transfer to the airport for a short, but scenic flight to this island paradise. Arrive in Stone Town in time for lunch and an orientation walk. If you opt to continue on for a longer tour of Stone Town, you will be visiting the Old Slave Market and Palace Museum; entrance to these sites are optional and are to be purchased on site.
Day 9: Beach day in Zanzibar
Day 10-11: Beach day in Zanzibar
Day 12: Stone Town
Onward travel should be booked no earlier than 2:30pm.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 12 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
There's no better way to see Tanzania than by sleeping where the wildlife roam, and you'll have the opportunity to do just that on this 12-day tour.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 31 Jan 2026
Customer Reviews
07/18/2024
one of a kind!! I had to do it to believe it:)
07/18/2024
The trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar was quite exotic and amazing. We were able to gain a better understanding of environmental issues in Africa and we were able to interact with the kind, friendly Africans who helped us during our tour. It is such a uniqu...
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
07/18/2024
one of a kind!! I had to do it to believe it:)
07/18/2024
The trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar was quite exotic and amazing. We were able to gain a better understanding of environmental issues in Africa and we were able to interact with the kind, friendly Africans who helped us during our tour. It is such a uniqu...
07/17/2024
The Tanzanian safari was an amazing lifetime experience.
07/16/2024
Once in a lifetime trip and I’m glad I did it with G Adventures. Met some really nice people in our group and enjoyed everything we did.
07/12/2024
I had a such a wonderful experience! I am still processing all that I saw, heard, ate, and experienced during this trip. I can't wait until I can go on another G Adventures trip!
07/05/2024
Very good one.
06/30/2024
excellent tour compnay.
06/30/2024
Excellent tour company.
06/28/2024
Trip was good, but not what we had before. And than i think the item getting an envelope for CEO, driver, cook, again CEO i think is very bad. If we like to tip we give but now it is too much what they are asking. Sometimes about 10% from the amount we a...
06/17/2024
Incredible.
06/14/2024
A true bucket list trip. Great companions. Wonderful itinerary. Davis was a great CEO.
06/14/2024
My time traveling in Africa with G Adventures was nothing short of extraordinary. From the awe-inspiring views of Tanzania and the Serengeti to the rich cultural experiences and vibrant wildlife, every moment was meticulously planned and executed to perf...
06/13/2024
one of the best experiences i have every been on and got me out of my comfort zone just enough to have a great time
03/22/2024
Stunning trip with many unbelievable moments! Bit of space for improvement but nevertheless highly recommendable!
02/19/2024
The safari was wonderful. Every effort was made to see as many wild animals as possible. The large tents were comfortable and the food was fine. The parks visited were tremendous.
02/17/2024
Best trip of my life, hands down! The wildlife encounters were truly mind-blowing. A dream come true.
01/21/2024
Amazing Serengeti adventure and well worth it, Zanzibar optional as a group tour for me as less value add.
01/15/2024
It was a thrilling experience to be on the Serengeti plain, and in the Ngorongoro Crater.
01/06/2024
Wonderful experience. Variety of culture, natural beauty and history.
12/25/2023
I would highly recommend visiting Tanzania, and the Serengeti/Zanzibar tour. I had such an amazing experience and have been telling people since I got home that I would go back in a heartbeat.
12/16/2023
The tour was an amazing experience, the animals, the people we met - we were extremely lucky to have this experience.
11/27/2023
Overall it was one of the most memorable trip of my life.
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