Follow the rhythm of the wild before finding peace by the ocean. This 11-day journey takes you from the dramatic landscapes of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration unfolds, to the serene beaches of Zanzibar.
It’s a story of movement, beauty, and contrast, where every moment shifts from excitement to calm, creating a truly unforgettable African experience.
Between 08:00 and 09:00, guests are greeted at Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport with chilled mineral water. By 09:30, a transfer to the lodge begins, taking around 50 minutes through the scenic outskirts of Arusha. Upon arrival, guests check in and enjoy leisure time around the pool or gardens. At 17:30, there’s a sundowner briefing accompanied by snacks and soft drinks. Dinner is at 19:00, served at the lodge (guests dine on their own, but breakfast is included the next morning). Overnight stay at the Arusha lodge.
The day starts with sunrise tea at 06:30, followed by a buffet breakfast at 07:00. By 08:00, the group departs Arusha with bottled water and boxed lunches. From 10:30 to 13:00, enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire among baobab trees and abundant wildlife like elephants and lions. Lunch is served picnic-style under an acacia tree from 13:00–14:00, then an afternoon game drive continues until 16:30, including a 15-minute ecology talk. At 17:30, guests check in at the camp with a cold towel welcome. The evening continues with tea and snacks at 18:30, then a three-course dinner at 19:30. Overnight at karatu lodge
Begin with sunrise tea and a crater geology briefing at 06:30, followed by breakfast and packing at 07:00. The group departs for Ngorongoro at 07:00, arriving by 10:00 for a crater descent and game drive until 12:30. Enjoy a lakeside picnic lunch from 12:30–13:30, then ascend and drive to Serengeti (100 km) from 13:30–15:00. A scenic game drive from 15:00–17:30 introduces southern plains wildlife. Guests check in at the Serengeti camp at 18:00 with drinks and cold towels, followed by a bush sundowner at 18:30 and dinner under the stars at 19:30. Overnight at Serengeti camp.
A wake-up tea at 06:00 leads into a morning migration drive from 06:30–10:00, tracking wildebeest herds. After a short talk at 10:00, enjoy tea and pastries until 11:00, followed by a safari en route to the north until 13:00, viewing leopards, giraffes, and birds. A scenic kopje-top picnic lunch from 13:00–14:00 precedes an afternoon game drive until 17:00, stopping at river-crossing points. Guests return to camp by 18:00, debrief, and enjoy dinner at 19:30. Overnight at Serengeti camp.
After wake-up tea at 06:00, the day features a river-crossing safari from 06:30–10:00, viewing massive herds and crocodiles. A coffee break until 10:30 precedes predator observation (10:30–13:00) involving lions, hyenas, and vultures. Guests enjoy a picnic lunch at 13:00 and continue with an afternoon drive until 17:00 to spot cheetahs, wild dogs, and birds. Return to camp is at 18:00 with a debrief and dinner at 19:30. Overnight at Serengeti camp.
After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the dramatic landscapes of Northern Serengeti and begin your journey south toward the heart of the park — Central Serengeti. This area is rich in resident wildlife and known for its open plains, rocky outcrops (kopjes), and classic savannah scenery. Enjoy a rewarding en-route game drive, with chances to spot elephants, lions, leopards, and large herds of grazers. Arrive at your camp/lodge in Central Serengeti in time for a late lunch and relaxation. If time allows, a short sunset game drive may be arranged.
After an early breakfast, depart Central Serengeti and head southeast toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, descend 600 meters into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera — the Ngorongoro Crater — for a spectacular half-day game drive. Explore this wildlife haven, home to black rhinos, lions, elephants, flamingos, and abundant plains game. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool. Later in the afternoon, ascend the crater wall and continue to Karatu for an overnight stay at a charming lodge.
After breakfast at 07:00, guests join a Hadzabe cultural tour from 08:00–12:00, with a hunting demo and tasting bush foods. Lunch is shared with the Hadzabe hosts at 12:00, and the group returns to Arusha from 13:00–16:00. Evening at leisure, with dinner on your own at 19:00. Overnight at Arusha lodge.
Begin with breakfast and check-out at 07:00, then a transfer to the airport from 08:00–09:00. A flight to Zanzibar (10:00–11:00) is followed by a resort transfer at 11:00, arriving by 12:00. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the beach or pool, followed by dinner at 19:00. Overnight at Zanzibar resort.
Both days begin with breakfast at 07:30, followed by full leisure time from 08:30–17:00. Optional activities include dhow cruises, snorkeling, or a Jozani Forest tour. Dinner is served at 19:00. Overnights at Zanzibar resort.
After breakfast at 07:30, enjoy a Stone Town walking tour from 08:30–11:30, exploring markets and UNESCO landmarks. Continue to a spice farm tour and tasting lunch (11:30–14:00), then return to the resort by 14:45. The evening features a farewell dinner at 19:00. Overnight at Zanzibar resort.
Spend the morning at leisure—perhaps a swim or spa session—with packed breakfast available on request. At 11:00, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
