When is the best time to visit Tarangire National Park?

The best time to visit Tarangire is from June to October during the dry season, when wildlife congregates around water sources, making it easier to spot animals.

Can I see the Big Five in the Ngorongoro Crater?

Yes, the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best places to see the Big Five: lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo, and leopard, all within a single day.

Is there a malaria risk in the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire?

Yes, both areas are located in a malaria zone, so it's recommended to take malaria prophylaxis and use insect repellent.

How long should I spend in the Ngorongoro Crater?

A full day is ideal for exploring the Ngorongoro Crater, allowing enough time for a comprehensive game drive and wildlife spotting.

Are there any accommodations inside Tarangire or Ngorongoro Crater?

There are no lodges directly inside the Ngorongoro Crater itself, but there are plenty of options nearby in Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Tarangire National Park, such as Marera Valley Lodge and others.

The 12-Day Tanzania Sky Safari: Serengeti & Zanzibar

Transportation
4 x4 Toyota Landcruiser
Accomodation
3 Stars Hotels, Tented Camps
Departure from
Arusha
Best season
All Year
Tour type
Game Drive
Meals
All meals
Language
English, Spanish, French
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Group Size
2-15
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
65

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This 12-day “Sky Safari” is the pinnacle of Tanzanian travel, designed for maximum comfort, time, and immersion. By replacing long drives with scenic internal flights, you will trade dusty roads for breathtaking aerial views, giving you more days to experience the magic of Africa.

Highlights

Fly-in Safari Convenience: Maximize your time with scenic flights between parks, skipping long drives.
In-Depth Serengeti Safari: Enjoy multiple days to track the Great Migration and world-famous big cats.
Ngorongoro Crater "Big 5": Spot lions, rhinos, leopards, elephants, and buffalos in the stunning caldera.
Direct Bush-to-Beach Flight: Fly straight from the Serengeti wilderness to the shores of Zanzibar.

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This 12-day "Sky Safari" is the pinnacle of Tanzanian travel, designed for maximum comfort, time, and immersion. By replacing long drives with scenic internal flights, you will trade dusty roads for breathtaking aerial views, giving you more days to experience the magic of Africa.

Your adventure begins as you fly from Arusha into the heart of the safari circuit. You will spend several days exploring the world’s most legendary wildlife sanctuaries. This itinerary gives you the time to fully immerse yourself in:

The Serengeti: Spend multiple days in the "endless plains," tracking the thundering herds of the Great Migration (season-dependent), searching for prides of lions, and watching cheetahs hunt across the vast savannah.
The Ngorongoro Crater: Descend into the "Garden of Eden," a 600-meter-deep volcanic caldera, offering an unparalleled chance to spot the "Big 5"—including the rare black rhino—all in a single day.
Tarangire National Park: Discover the "Land of Giants," famous for its colossal baobab trees and some of the largest elephant herds on the continent.

After your final thrilling game drive, you will be escorted to a Serengeti airstrip. Instead of a full day's drive, you'll board a plane and soar over the wilderness, landing just hours later on the tropical shores of Zanzibar.

Day 01 :

Arrival to island Zanzibar

Upon your arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred directly to Mahali to begin your stay.

Your relaxation starts now. Settle in and enjoy the stunning tropical setting of Zanzibar, with its famously clear ocean water and white sandy beaches. You can spend your time at leisure, relaxing under the palm trees and enjoying the excellent local food.

For those seeking activities, Zanzibar offers plenty to do. The island has a rich history, and we highly recommend a visit to the impressive Stone Town to experience its strong Arabic influences. The surrounding ocean and the island's interior also provide a wide variety of excursions.

Accommodation: Mahali

Day 02 :

The Safari Blue Tour (Optional Not Included)

Experience the 'Safari Blue' day trip, sailing on a traditional wooden dhow to the Menai Bay Conservation Area. This area is famous as one of Zanzibar's most beautiful snorkel spots. You'll visit two different locations to swim among vibrant coral and colorful fish. A guide and professional snorkel equipment are all included.

Accommodation: Mahali

Day 03 :

Flight to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will fly to the Seronera Airstrip, landing directly in the heart of the Serengeti's 'endless plains.' Your game drive begins immediately in the central Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. You'll explore the Seronera River, a vital water source that attracts an incredible diversity of wildlife, including the famous big cats.

Accommodation: Tukaone Camp

Day 04 :

Serengeti National Park

Full day Serengeti National Park game drive including following the wildebeest migrating to the west side of the Endless plain of Serengeti, where all balancing of nature takes place. Where all predators and pray are all to be seen easily. Accommodation: Tukaone Camp

Day 05 :

Serengeti National Park

Day 06 :

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, you'll descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular day of wildlife viewing. This self-contained 'Garden of Eden' is supported by year-round water, attracting vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, and giant elephants.

It's also a predator stronghold, offering an incredible chance to spot its dense population of lions, hyenas, and cheetahs. A highlight will be Lake Magadi, a shallow soda lake often shimmering pink with thousands of flamingos and a favorite spot for hippos. In the late afternoon, you will ascend the crater rim for your overnight stay.

Accommodation: Farm of Dreams

Day 07 :

Lake Manyara National Park

Today you will leave Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its green scenery, varied bird life, tree-climbing lions, hippos and baboons. Dinner and overnight will take place on top of the Great Rift Valley, overlooking Lake Manyara. Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge

Day 08 :

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, the tour departs heading off on safari to Tarangire National Park for a game drive with a picnic lunch at the park. Tarangire is well known for its huge elephant population and baobab trees. It forms the center of an annual migratory cycle that includes up to 3000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras. Late in the evening you will drive to Arusha for dinner and overnight stay. Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

Day 09 :

Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

Today your flight to Zanzibar leaves at around 10:00 AM. Later in the day you will head to The Prison Island. The Prison Island is one of the historical place to visit, the island is just few minutes from stone town, You will take the local boat to the prison island, the Tour will take you a day, from prison island you will ride to Nakupenda Island where you will Enjoy the Nakupenda sand and beach and Lunch will be prepared here. Accommodation: Mahali

Day 10 :

ZANZIBAR SWIMMING WITH DOLPHIN (Optional Not Included)

After breakfast in the lodge you will you will be picked and transferred to the please where the Dolphin are being seen and get ready to swim with Dolphin. This activity will take you till Afternoon and you will drive back to the Lodge. Accommodation: Mahali

Day 11 :

ZANZIBAR SPICE TOUR (Optional Not Included)

After breakfast in the lodge you will you will be picked and transferred to the SPICES and get ready to learn the most amazing farm of spices. This activity will take you till Afternoon and you will drive back to the Lodge.

Accommodation: Mahali

Day 12 :

Transfer to Airport

Enjoy the last few hours of your trip before our driver comes to pick you up and you commence the journey home.

The 12-Day Tanzania Sky Safari: Serengeti & Zanzibar

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