10-Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday
Wonderful Northern Circuit Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Combined Tour Visit Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara
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Zanzibar Tours
Zanzibar tours from Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris pair a private Tanzania wildlife safari with relaxing days on the island's white-sand beaches. Most travellers spend four to eight days exploring the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, then take a short flight from Arusha or the Serengeti to Zanzibar for three to six nights by the Indian Ocean. Every itinerary is tailor-made for you alone, with a private vehicle, your own guide and flexible timing. Add Stone Town walks, spice farm visits, snorkelling, dhow sunset cruises or simply rest after your game drives before flying home.
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Combine the Big Five in northern Tanzania with turquoise water, historic Stone Town and slow island evenings on one private bush-and-beach journey planned around your dates.
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Zanzibar Tours: Frequently Asked Questions
How many days do you need for a Tanzania safari and Zanzibar trip?
Most travellers need 10 to 14 days for a Tanzania safari and Zanzibar trip. That allows five to eight days visiting Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, plus three to six nights on the island. Shorter combinations of seven or eight days work well if you focus on two or three parks. Longer stays let you add Stone Town, a spice tour or extra beach time. We tailor the balance between bush and beach to your interests and travel dates.
How do you get from the Serengeti to Zanzibar?
You get from the Serengeti to Zanzibar on a scheduled domestic flight, usually with a connection through Arusha. Light aircraft depart from airstrips inside or near the park and land at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport on Zanzibar. Alternatively, you can drive back to Arusha after your final game drive and fly to the island the next morning. We book the flights, airport transfers and your hotel so the journey from safari to beach runs smoothly.
Is it better to do safari or Zanzibar first?
It is usually better to do your safari first and finish your trip in Zanzibar. Game drives involve early starts, dusty roads and long days, so ending on the beach gives you time to rest before flying home. Starting with Zanzibar can suit travellers arriving on long-haul flights into the island. Both orders work well, and we can arrange either direction depending on your international flight routes, budget and preferred pace.
When is the best time to visit Tanzania and Zanzibar together?
The best time to visit Tanzania and Zanzibar together is from June to October, when dry weather favours game viewing and the island enjoys sunny, breezy days. December to February is another excellent window, with warm beach weather and calving season in the southern Serengeti. The long rains of March to May bring heavier showers to both areas, although lower prices and fewer vehicles can appeal to flexible travellers.
What can you do in Zanzibar after a safari?
After a safari, you can relax on Zanzibar's beaches, snorkel or dive coral reefs, sail on a traditional dhow at sunset and explore the narrow lanes of Stone Town. Spice farm tours introduce the cloves, nutmeg and vanilla that shaped the island's history. Jozani Forest is home to the rare red colobus monkey, and Mnemba Atoll offers clear water for marine life. We add only the excursions you choose to your private itinerary.
Are Zanzibar tours suitable for honeymoons and families?
Yes, Zanzibar tours suit honeymoons and families equally well because each itinerary is designed privately around the travellers involved. Couples often choose secluded beach resorts, romantic dhow cruises and candlelit dinners after a luxury safari. Families appreciate calm lagoon swimming, shorter game drives and lodges with spacious rooms. Your private vehicle and guide adapt the pace to children, celebrations or special interests, and we recommend accommodation matched to your comfort and budget.
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