9-Day Tanzania & Zanzibar Romantic Honeymoon Safari

Early this morning, you’ll be picked up and your private safari guide will have some delicious packed lunches ready for you. You’ll travel out of Arusha and through the scenic Maasai Steppe area on your way to Tarangire National Park, which is about a 90-minute drive. This is Tanzania’s sixth largest national park, renowned for its large herds of elephants, ancient and magnificent baobab trees, and the occasional tree-climbing African python. The park is also home to countless beautiful bird species. Enjoy a full day of game drives in the park and a picnic lunch at one of the designated picnic sites. You’ll then head to the Ngorongoro Highlands, arriving in the evening to unwind and enjoy your surroundings before dinner and overnight.

After an early breakfast with delicious packed lunches, you’ll drive straight to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game driving and a picnic lunch. This is a prime location for spotting the ‘Big 5,’ including the endangered black rhino. Spend the morning and afternoon exploring the crater floor, one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders. Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the designated sites and continue your game drive through this collapsed volcanic crater, which is 12 miles in diameter and 2,000 feet deep. The fertile soil and lake attract a wide range of wildlife, and you’ll explore the forests, grasslands, and plains in search of them. In the late afternoon, you’ll head back, with the opportunity to relax and take in the beautiful surroundings.

After an early breakfast, you’ll continue your journey into the heart of Tanzania, heading west towards the Serengeti Plains. On the way, you’ll re-enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and make a stop to visit a Maasai village. This is a great chance to learn about the Maasai tribe’s unique way of life and their remarkable ability to preserve their culture amidst changing times.

Next, you’ll visit the Olduvai Gorge Archaeological Museum, renowned for the discoveries of Louis and Mary Leakey, including some of the earliest known human ancestors. After exploring Olduvai, you’ll see the ‘Shifting Sands,’ a fascinating volcanic sand dune phenomenon in the midst of the endless plains.

Once you reach the Central Serengeti, you’ll explore the ‘Kopjes’ areas, searching for the resident big cats often seen here. After your game drive, you’ll settle in for the night, reflecting on the day’s adventures.

After breakfast, enjoy another full day game drive exploring different parts of the Central Serengeti. You’ll have the chance to take in the diverse flora and fauna of this amazing park, with a picnic lunch in the wild once again. The Seronera area is renowned for its year-round game viewing and is home to hundreds of thousands of hoofed animals. The Serengeti Ecosystem, the oldest on the planet, boasts a unique variety of plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. The Great Migration, the largest overland migration globally, sees over a million wildebeest, along with thousands of zebras and gazelles, traveling a total of 800 kilometers or more each cycle.

For a special experience, you can opt for an early morning hot air balloon flight over the stunning Serengeti, followed by a champagne breakfast in the wild upon landing.

After breakfast, you’ll check out and take packed lunches with you for a road transfer to the nearby Seronera Airstrip. You’ll catch a morning flight to Arusha Airport and then transfer to your next flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you’ll be met and taken on a guided tour of Stone Town. Explore the historic and fascinating old city on foot, discovering its streets, architecture, daily life, and interesting sites. Enjoy shopping in the bazaars and unique souvenir and antique shops.

After your tour, you’ll have a private road transfer to Nungwi on the northern tip of the island. Spend the evening settling in and enjoy dinner before retiring for the night.

After breakfast, you can spend your day relaxing at the hotel’s beachfront or enjoy snorkeling and other sea activities. Some activities are included, while others are optional and can be booked and paid for directly at the resort. Be sure to check with the reception for a list of available activities both at the hotel and in the surrounding area.

After breakfast, you’ll check out and take a road transfer back to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight. We hope you enjoyed your journey and wish you a safe and pleasant trip home!