Tour Overview
Experience the ultimate romantic escape with our 12-day Luxury Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania. This special adventure, including a stay on the beautiful Zanzibar Island, is designed for couples seeking a luxurious and passionate getaway. This trip offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, combining the excitement of the Northern Tanzania safari circuit with a luxurious beach stay on Mnemba Island, just off the coast of Zanzibar. Below is a sample itinerary for your honeymoon. We can easily adjust both the itinerary and accommodations to suit your personal preferences.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
As you walk out of Kilimanjaro International Airport, your personal Tanzania Specialist guide greets you with a big smile: ‘Karibu Tanzania – welcome to Tanzania!’ The guide takes you straight to your hotel, where you can relax and take in the African atmosphere. The next day, your guide will take you on an exclusive, private safari, allowing you to travel at your own pace in the luxury of your own safari jeep. Enjoy the freedom to stop and watch the animals as long as you like! If you arrive via a different airport, just let us know, and we’ll arrange convenient transfers to ensure you reach us smoothly.
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
“After breakfast, we’ll set off towards the Serengeti National Park, passing through the stunning highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As we leave the highlands behind, we’ll descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti, with its vast, endless plains stretching out as far as the eye can see. We’ll head to the Seronera area in the central part of the park, known for its rich wildlife habitat and the Seronera River, which attracts a variety of animals. We’ll arrive just in time for lunch and then enjoy an exciting afternoon game drive in the Serengeti.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park Full Day
After an early wake-up at your lodge, you’ll set out for a thrilling morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Keep an eye out for incredible wildlife, including lions, leopards, rhinos, impalas, giraffes, buffalos, antelopes, hippos, kudu, dik dik, and elephants. After your exciting morning, you’ll return to the lodge for a delicious lunch.
On the second day of your safari, you’ll embark on another game drive through the Serengeti, searching for the Big Five and enjoying all the park has to offer. After a day full of wildlife adventures, you’ll head back to the lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti. After breakfast, we’ll travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. In the afternoon, depending on the weather, you’ll enjoy a Nature Walk along the Northern Crater Rim of Ngorongoro Crater. This area is home to buffaloes, elephants, baboons, monkeys, and a variety of bird species. Accompanied by a ranger or Maasai guide, you’ll follow animal paths through the dense vegetation, offering a unique and immersive experience in this stunning landscape.
Day 5: TarangireNational Park
After breakfast, we’ll head to Tarangire National Park. This park stretches along the Tarangire River and features rolling hills on the Great Rift Valley floor. You’ll see a mix of Acacia woodland, majestic African Baobab trees, and expansive swamp areas in the south. During Tanzania’s dry season, both the river and the swamps draw a variety of wildlife, including some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. Tarangire is also home to rare species like the Greater Kudu, Fringed-eared Oryx, and a few Ashy Starlings. After a delightful picnic lunch, we’ll set out for an afternoon game drive to explore more of this incredible park.
Day 6: Tarangire To Zanzibar
We’ll start the day with an early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, followed by a hearty breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, we’ll transfer to the airport, ready for your next adventure in Zanzibar.
Day 7-11: Zanzibar
Upon arrival at the island, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred by road and then by boat to the breathtaking Mnemba Island Lodge. Situated just 4.5 km (2.8 miles) off the northeastern tip of Zanzibar in the turquoise Indian Ocean, this private island is surrounded by stunning coral reefs and is renowned for its exceptional diving spots. Mnemba Island is known for its romantic, secluded atmosphere along the beautiful African coastline. You can enjoy a variety of activities at no extra cost, including scuba diving, salt-water fly-fishing, snorkeling, windsurfing, and kayaking right from the beach. The island also offers perfect bird watching, scenic walks, or simply relaxing on the pristine beach.
For an extra touch, consider adding deep-sea fishing, diving courses, a tour of the historic ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar, or indulging in a range of soothing massages and therapeutic treatments.
Day 12: Departuring
After breakfast, you’ll depart from Mnemba Island and head back to Zanzibar to catch your international return flight home. As you leave Tanzania, you’ll take with you unforgettable memories of a truly remarkable experience.
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