Williamson Adventures
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape
    100% Private High-End Safari & Beach

    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape

    10Days
    9Nights
    4Parks

    From $14,412 per person

    This exclusive itinerary combines unforgettable game viewing in Tarangire National Park, the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, and the legendary Serengeti National Park with a luxurious beach retreat on the pristine shores of Mnemba Island.

    Your journey

    Route Map

    Day by day

    Itinerary

    Day 1 · Arusha

    Arrival in Tanzania

    Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to the luxurious Arusha Coffee Lodge, nestled within one of Tanzania's largest working coffee plantations. Surrounded by lush gardens and the rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee, the lodge offers a peaceful sanctuary to recover from your international journey. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing in your elegant plantation suite or indulging in one of the lodge's premium facilities. In the evening, your guide will provide a detailed safari briefing before a gourmet dinner and your first overnight in Tanzania.

    Arusha Coffee LodgeDinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Arrival in Tanzania
    Day 2 · Tarangire

    Arusha → Tarangire National Park

    After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most beautiful wilderness areas and home to some of Africa's largest elephant populations. Begin your first exciting game drive through landscapes dominated by ancient baobab trees, open savannah, riverine forests and seasonal wetlands. You may encounter elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, elands and an impressive variety of birdlife. Picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon safari. Later, arrive at the award-winning Oliver's Camp, an intimate luxury camp offering exceptional service and an authentic safari atmosphere in the heart of Tarangire.

    Oliver’s CampBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Arusha → Tarangire National Park
    Day 3 · Tarangire

    Full-Day Tarangire National Park

    Spend a full day exploring the remarkable landscapes of Tarangire. With no need to travel between destinations, you can fully appreciate the park's incredible wildlife and diverse ecosystems. Your experienced guide will lead you through different habitats in search of predators, large elephant herds, graceful giraffes and numerous plains game. Tarangire is also renowned for its outstanding birdlife, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts and photographers alike. Enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch in the bush before an afternoon game drive, returning to Oliver's Camp to relax around the campfire and enjoy fine dining under the African stars.

    Oliver’s CampBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Full-Day Tarangire National Park
    Day 4 · Ngorongoro

    Tarangire → Ngorongoro Crater

    After breakfast, depart Tarangire and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through picturesque villages and the fertile highlands of northern Tanzania. Descend approximately 600 metres into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations. The crater floor supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, offering excellent opportunities to encounter the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, jackals, zebras, wildebeests, flamingos and numerous bird species. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend the rim and continue to The Highlands, an exclusive luxury lodge set high on the slopes of the Olmoti Volcano.

    Asilia HighlandsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Tarangire → Ngorongoro Crater
    Day 5 · Eastern Serengeti

    Ngorongoro → Serengeti (Namiri Plains)

    After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro Highlands and journey into the legendary Serengeti National Park, travelling through breathtaking landscapes with wildlife sightings along the way. As you enter the endless plains, begin an exciting game drive through one of the world's greatest wildlife sanctuaries — home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hyenas, and vast herds of wildebeests and zebras. Arrive at the renowned Namiri Plains, an exclusive luxury camp located in a remote region famous for exceptional predator sightings. Relax in your beautifully appointed tent before an elegant dinner overlooking the African wilderness.

    Namiri PlainsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Ngorongoro → Serengeti (Namiri Plains)
    Day 6 · Eastern Serengeti

    Full-Day Serengeti — Big Cats of Namiri

    Enjoy a full day exploring the spectacular eastern Serengeti, an area renowned for its large populations of big cats and expansive open plains. Your professional guide will tailor the day's game drives according to recent wildlife movements, providing exceptional opportunities to observe lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hyenas and countless other species. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Wildebeest Migration as enormous herds move across the Serengeti ecosystem. A gourmet picnic lunch will be served in the bush before the afternoon safari and a return to Namiri Plains for sundowners, fine dining and another luxurious overnight stay.

    Namiri PlainsBreakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Full-Day Serengeti — Big Cats of Namiri
    Day 7 · Mnemba Island

    Serengeti → Zanzibar (Mnemba Island)

    After an early breakfast and a final morning game drive, transfer to the nearby airstrip for your scheduled bush flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by boat to the exclusive &Beyond Mnemba Island, one of the most luxurious private island retreats in the Indian Ocean. Surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters, powder-white sandy beaches and vibrant coral reefs, Mnemba offers complete privacy and world-class service. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing on the beach, swimming in the warm Indian Ocean, or simply enjoying the tranquillity of your beachfront banda before dinner under the stars.

    &Beyond Mnemba IslandBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Serengeti → Zanzibar (Mnemba Island)
    Day 8 · Mnemba Island

    Relaxation on Mnemba Island

    Wake up to the sound of the ocean and spend the day enjoying the exceptional experiences available on Mnemba Island. Snorkel among colourful coral reefs, explore the surrounding waters by kayak, paddleboard across the calm lagoon, or simply relax on the pristine beach with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. Guests may also choose to enjoy scuba diving, sunset dhow cruises, wellness treatments or private beach dining experiences. Every moment on Mnemba is designed to provide complete relaxation, personalised service and unforgettable luxury.

    &Beyond Mnemba IslandBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Relaxation on Mnemba Island
    Day 9 · Mnemba Island

    Full Day at Leisure on Mnemba

    Enjoy another full day in paradise at your own pace. Whether you prefer exploring the island's spectacular marine life, enjoying a romantic beach picnic, taking part in guided water activities, or simply relaxing in the privacy of your beachfront villa, today is yours to experience as you wish. With exceptional cuisine, attentive service and one of the most beautiful tropical settings in East Africa, Mnemba Island provides the perfect conclusion to your Tanzanian safari adventure.

    &Beyond Mnemba IslandBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Full Day at Leisure on Mnemba
    Day 10 · Zanzibar

    Departure

    After a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean, enjoy your final moments on Mnemba Island before transferring by boat back to Zanzibar. You will then be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your onward flight home. As your journey comes to an end, you will leave Tanzania with unforgettable memories of thrilling wildlife encounters, luxurious safari lodges, world-class hospitality and the breathtaking beauty of Zanzibar's idyllic coastline.

    Breakfast
    10 Days High-End Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Luxury Escape — Departure
    Where you sleep

    Accommodation on This Journey

    Arusha Coffee Lodge
    Arusha

    Arusha Coffee Lodge

    1 Night
    Oliver’s Camp
    Tarangire

    Oliver’s Camp

    2 Nights
    Asilia Highlands
    Ngorongoro

    Asilia Highlands

    1 Night
    Namiri Plains
    Eastern Serengeti

    Namiri Plains

    2 Nights
    &Beyond Mnemba Island
    Mnemba Island

    &Beyond Mnemba Island

    3 Nights
    What is included

    Your Journey Covers

    Included

    • Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof (safari)
    • Professional Silver Level driver-guide
    • All park, crater and conservation fees
    • 9 nights luxury accommodation (6 safari + 3 island)
    • All meals on safari; all-inclusive on Mnemba
    • Scheduled bush flight Serengeti → Zanzibar
    • Boat transfers to and from Mnemba Island
    • Snorkelling, kayaks and paddleboards on Mnemba
    • Airport meet-&-greet and transfers

    Not Included

    • International flights
    • Tanzania visa fees
    • Travel insurance
    • Scuba diving on Mnemba
    • Premium wines & champagne
    • Optional balloon safari (~$599 pp)
    • Guide and camp staff gratuities
    Pricing & booking

    Price Per Person

    * Per person in USD, based on double occupancy. Includes bush flight Serengeti → Zanzibar. High-season Mnemba supplements may apply for July–August and December–January.

    Group pricing

    2 people$15,224per personTotal $30,448
    4 people$14,615per personTotal $58,460
    6 people$14,412per personTotal $86,472
    • No booking fee — pay a 30% deposit to confirm
    • Park fees, guiding and transfers already included
    • Every price can be tailored to your dates

    Enquire about this journey

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    Safari FAQ

    Frequently asked safari questions

    Everything you need to know before travelling — from the best time to visit and what to pack, to visas, vehicles and tipping.

    No — it's designed for any discerning traveller. Couples, honeymooners, milestone anniversaries and small families all love it.

    Around 3 hours in total including a Dar es Salaam or Arusha refuel stop, on Coastal Aviation.

    Yes — the entire island is exclusive to &Beyond guests, with just 12 beachfront bandas.

    Lion, elephant and buffalo are near-guaranteed. The Ngorongoro Crater is your best rhino chance and leopards are regularly seen in the eastern Serengeti.

    Yes — meals, house drinks, snorkelling, kayaks, paddleboards and butler service are all included. Diving and premium wines are extra.

    9–12 months for high season (June–October, December–January). Mnemba's 12 bandas sell out first.

    Barefoot luxury — casual resort wear day and night.

    Request a quote through the form on this page — we respond within 1–2 hours.

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