Tanzania to Zanzibar: White Sands & the Wilderness
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Tanzania to Zanzibar: White Sands & the Wilderness
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9 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Got a big appetite for adventure? We're serving up a nine-day tour in Tanzania with your name on it.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch, Mto wa Mbu Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group, Arusha
- Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park and in Ngorongoro Crater
- Ferry to Zanzibar
- Stone Town orientation walk
- Beach time in Zanzibar
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Basic hotel (5 nts, single or twin-share), Beach Bandas (1 nt), full-service camping (2 nts)
- 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
- 4x4 safari vehicles, private shuttle, walking, ferry, minibus.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides.
Highlights
- Track the "big five" across the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater
- Get close to nature by camping in the wilderness
- Bliss out on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar
- Experience the hustle-and-bustle of Stone Town.
Trip Details
9 days
4x4 safari vehicles, private shuttle, walking, ferry, minibus.
English
Arusha, Tanzania
Stone Town, Tanzania
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha
Head out to a local bar where the drinks are affordable and the company is fantastic. Get to know your new travel mates over a few Tuskers as a group. Connect over past travels, set your intentions for this trip, and as the night settles around you; simply enjoy being in the moment.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Comfort Eland Hotel
Day 2: Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Get ready for abundant wildlife, vast golden plains dotted with thorny acacia trees, and hippo-filled rivers as you begin a 3-day and 2-night excursion into the park itself and the great Ngorongoro Crater.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.Activity - This is the reason you came to Africa. Charge your camera, grab your binoculars, and set out on safari. Your eagle-eyed driver will keep an eye out for wildlife – buffaloes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and more. Tanzania’s Serengeti tends to be less crowded than some of Kenya’s reserves, so enjoy the scenery, the vast expanse of the grasslands, the play of light and shadow, and the up-close look at wild Africa.Accommodation - Seronera Campsite
Day 3: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
Then it's on to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for Africa's best wildlife viewing. Get ready for epic views from the crater rim and watch as animals meander around below drinking water from the permanent supply on the crater floor. You'll be setting up camp in the late afternoon at a site near the crater rim and then you can spend the rest of the day enjoying one of the most beautiful wildlife havens on the planet.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.Activity - This is the reason you came to Africa. Charge your camera, grab your binoculars, and set out on safari. Your eagle-eyed driver will keep an eye out for wildlife – buffaloes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, and more. Tanzania’s Serengeti tends to be less crowded than some of Kenya’s reserves, so enjoy the scenery, the vast expanse of the grasslands, the play of light and shadow, and the up-close look at wild Africa.Accommodation - Simba Campsite
Day 4: Ngorongoro/Arusha
The animals are bound to this area by the crater walls and the enclosed nature of the crater means its own ecosystem has been created think; rich grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and Lake Makat so get ready to see some magic.
With full camera rolls the group will exit the crater in the late morning and travel back to Arusha. Swap stories along the way, pick those favourite photos from earlier, or simply sit back and let yourself enjoy the passing scenery as you cruise along.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get a better view and take better snapshots aboard this off-road ride with a pop-up top.Activity - Take part in a cultural walk to learn about life in this East African town. Mto wa Mbu has attracted some 18,000 residents from 120 different tribes. During the two-hour tour, visit the community's local market, go right to the farmer's fields, see how huts are constructed, and meet artisans in their shops. Afterwards, sit down with our new friends and enjoy a traditional lunch of meat and plantains.Activity - Set the alarm and prepare for an early start to see the wonders of the Ngorongoro Crater. Masai herdsmen appear in the morning mist. Our driver/guide takes us down into the crater and drives us to all the best spots to view wildlife. Watch for zebra, gazelles, buffalo, and warthogs. The swamp and forest are home to hippos, rhinos, elephants, baboons, and monkeys. Keep your eyes peeled and camera ready to capture a pride of lions or a lone leopard walking along the savanna.Accommodation - Comfort Eland Hotel
Day 5: Arusha/Dar es Salaam
The city started as a fishing village in the mid 19th century before becoming a port and trading centre. The group will spend the night here before embarking for the island beaches of Zanzibar.
Want to cut travel time in half and spend more time in Stone Town? Pre-book the Zanzibar Express on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Firefly Bagamoyo Hotel
Day 6: Dar es Salaam/Stone Town
Get ready for picturesque island beaches that will make you contemplate staying here and living off the grid. Few places on this planet are as entrancing and exotic as this Tanzanian archipelago so get ready to enjoy it, take loads of pictures, and relax in a place that has long lured backpackers and adventurers to it's sandy shores.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Activity - This orientation walk is just a brief introduction. If you'd like to learn more in depth information about Stone Town, we recommended going on a guided city tour.Free_time - Feel free to explore on your own, or join a guided tour.Accommodation - Spice Palace Hotel
Day 7: Beach day in Zanzibar
Get lost and spend hours exploring the streets and squares, drinking potent coffee from pavement vendors and buying sweetmeats from tiny cafes. Keep an eye out for tinga-tinga paintings, antique shops, beautifully printed cloths (kangas and kikois worn by local people), little carved chests with copper inlays, and spices – all beautiful presents or memories to take home. Transfer to the tropical haven of Jambiani for a relaxing few days as a group.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Settle into island life and explore during some free time.Accommodation - S&S Hotel Jambiani
Day 8: Beach day in Zanzibar
The day is yours to spend as you choose; head out for a diving experience, grab some goggles and go snorkelling, hop aboard a sailing trip, or just lounge on the beach and relax. Zanzibar's tropical setting, unique culture, and active beach-party scene make this place a very enjoyable East African Indian Ocean experience.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Do as much or as little as you'd like on this island slice of paradise.Accommodation - S&S Hotel Jambiani
Day 9: Stone Town
The tour ends in the late morning.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- 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 will do 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.
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: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Got a big appetite for adventure? We're serving up a nine-day tour in Tanzania with your name on it.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 14 Nov 2026
Customer Reviews
10/23/2024
It was a fantastic tour to be able to experience the beauty of Tanzania affordably and with a great group. The camping experience was so memorable with the chefs being top tier!
10/22/2024
Was very fun! The group was great! The Zanzibar ceo was amazing, I would definitely come back to Tanzania
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
10/23/2024
It was a fantastic tour to be able to experience the beauty of Tanzania affordably and with a great group. The camping experience was so memorable with the chefs being top tier!
10/22/2024
Was very fun! The group was great! The Zanzibar ceo was amazing, I would definitely come back to Tanzania
10/21/2024
G adventures was a great trip! I had the chance to make so many friends and memories. We saw so may animals and landscape during the tour in serengeti/crater of ngorongoro. It was so great to see all the masaï and the community around the town! It was su...
10/21/2024
I loved the safari experience, I didn't thought the animals would have been this close to us and was amazing. Love the stay in Zanzibar just in front of the beach.
10/18/2024
Once in a lifetime experience. Tanzania is an incredible destination which I will always remember. Sunrise over the Serengeti, camping under the Milky Way, experiecing traditional African life and relaxing om the tropical coastline. G Adventures enhanced...
10/07/2024
Very good
10/01/2024
Definitely a good price for all the activities. Great group of people to meet.
09/30/2024
SO glad I camped in the Serengeti as that was a unique experience with zebras and elephant encounters and then the transition to the beautiful island and hotel in Zanzibar was a perfect ending! My favorite thing about G is the tour guides are from the ac...
09/19/2024
A once in a lifetime experience and so much more than the cost. We got to see the same animals and even have giraffes and zebras on the campsite ??
08/19/2024
It was amazing.
07/15/2024
I really liked the tour??
07/14/2024
Had a great time! Good variety of activities and knowledgeable guides.
07/01/2024
Laz, our CEO in Tanzania made our trip. His passion, knowledge and expertise for the local area could not be matched. I felt like our group joined as strangers and left as international friends. I hope to join the next G Adventures soon!
06/18/2024
I had a realy great experience with G Adventures! I enjoyed every moment! I recommend it to everyone!
06/12/2024
10/10 - a life changing experience. Will definitely come back for a Kenya, Uganda, Kilimanjaro and Tanzania/Zanzibar ??
06/05/2024
It was amazing. We had an awesome group of people and saw so much. I am so happy I did this!
03/11/2024
It was great and l loved every second of it. It was the right mixture between simple and luxurious, good people and great CEOs. I would recommend it for everyone, especially the 18-30 somethimg tour for young solotravellers
03/03/2024
It was extraordinary, didn't thought to see so much in such a short time
02/27/2024
An amazing experience to see the highlights of Tanzania. An incredidble 3 days of Safari, followed by beautiful beaches of Zanzibar all with warm and welcoming local people. Overall a tour that you will never forget.
02/13/2024
Overall we had a good time on our trip mainly because of a great group. The itinerary as well as the first CEO had a lot of room for improvement. Accomodation was fine, the final beach hotel was the absolut highlight!
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