One of the few places in the world where you can combine a Safari Adventure with a romantic Beach Break, Tanzania is fast-becoming our most popular Honeymoon destinations.
With the Serengeti Plains, the Ngorongoro Crater and the Island of Spice – Zanzibar, this action-packed destination has much to offer travellers, and we can tailor-make a holiday to suit your exact travel dates, budget, and personal requirements.
In this sample itinerary, we have included a short Safari in the Ngorongoro National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a luxurious beach break in Zanzibar.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Kilimanjaro
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, please clear immigration, collect your luggage, and proceed to the arrivals hall where your driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Arusha.
Overnight: Planet Lodge Arusha (or similar)
Day 2: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast today, you will leave any unnecessary luggage with the hotel reception, and depart on your 3-day safari starting with Lake Manyara National Park, where you will enjoy a game drive and lunch. After lunch, you will proceed to Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight. Situated right on the crater rim, this hotel offers exceptional views and breath-taking scenery.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
Today you will head down into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. The Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world, is the largest unbroken caldera in the world, and the first sight of it is truly breathtaking. The floor of the crater is home to a year round population of varied wildlife, including the almost extinct black rhino. Animal densities are high, and game viewing is excellent, with visitors after being able to get up close to the now almost habituated “wild” animals. The crater supports up to 25,000 large mammals. Grazers dominate: zebra, wildebeest – accounting for almost half the animals – gazelle, buffalo, eland, hartebeest and wart hog. You will return to the hotel in time for dinner.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu Town – Arusha
After breakfast today, you will make your way back to Arusha, stopping at Karatu Town along the way. Karatu is a colourful bustling town and the gateway to the Ngorongoro Highlands. It's a fun place to visit and practice your bartering skills for souvenirs.
Overnight: Planet Lodge Arusha
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Zanzibar
Your driver will collect you from the hotel reception and transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight to Zanzibar. Here, a new driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel on the pristine white beaches of this beautiful island.
Overnight: Meliá Zanzibar (or similar)
Meals: All Inclusive
Days 6 – 11: Zanzibar
With a full week to enjoy the beautiful island of Zanzibar, you can spend your days at the beach, snorkelling the Mnemba Atoll, shopping for spices at one of the many Spice Markets, exploring Stone Town, and enjoying the many facilities on offer at the hotel.
Day 12: Departure
At the agreed time, your driver will collect you and transfer you to the airport for your return flight home.
Please remember, this itinerary is purely for inspiration.
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