itinerary

Tanzania & Zanzibar Honeymoon

location

Serengeti & Zanzibar

duration

10 nights from £4,666 per person

This 10-night itinerary begins in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, where you’ll spend three nights immersed in the heart of the Great Migration at the adventurous Wayo Serengeti Green Camp, enjoying expertly guided game drives and walking safaris. From here, you’ll fly on to the exotic island of Zanzibar for a relaxing stay at the adults-only Matemwe Attitude, the perfect beachside contrast to your safari experience.

Wayo Green Camp

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Raw, authentic and unforgettable, this itinerary blends the thrill of a true wilderness safari with laid-back island life.

Highlights

Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration & Big 5 across the Serengeti’s legendary plains
Explore the Serengeti with expert guides on game drives and optional walking safaris
Enjoy a sunrise hot-air balloon floating over the endless Serengeti savannah plains
Discover iconic African scenery from the Rift Valley to sweeping river systems
Connect with Maasai culture and local communities firsthand
Spot incredible wildlife including tree-climbing lions and large elephant herds in movement
Savour the rich cultural heritage of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Unwind on Zanzibar’s pristine, white-sand beaches & relax in luxury resort comfort

Itinerary

Arrive

Kilimanjaro Airport

Day

Wayo Serengeti Green Camp

Serengeti

Tanzania

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Wayo Serengeti Green Camp is an intimate, eco-conscious tented safari camp set in remote and wildlife-rich areas of the Serengeti, moving seasonally to follow the rhythms of the Great Migration. Designed to offer a low-impact yet immersive wilderness experience, the camp combines comfort, excellent guiding and access to some of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife spectacles.

Day

Matemwe Attitude

Zanzibar

Tanzania

Matemwe Attitude is a boutique 4 star, adult-only, beachfront resort set on Zanzibar’s quieter northeast coast in the village of Matemwe, overlooking a luminous turquoise lagoon and the coral reefs of Mnemba Atoll. Known for its intimate scale, barefoot atmosphere and beautiful ocean views, the resort is ideal for couples and travellers seeking tranquillity, authentic island charm and easy access to some of Zanzibar’s best snorkelling and diving waters.

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Depart

Zanzibar Airport

What you'll see

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When to go

Temp

30°C

Rain

75mm

January marks the start of the 'short dry season' in Tanzania, although the timings can be unpredictable. This is a greener, warmer time of year to be on safari with higher temperatures and less rain. The migrating herds can be found in southern Serengeti for calving season and it is a great time to visit Zanzibar.

Temp

32°C

Rain

55mm

February is one of the optimal months for trekking Kilimanjaro, going on safari and visiting Zanzibar. February sees temperatures peak on Zanzibar and the Great Migration is still on the Ndutu Plains in the Serengeti.

Temp

29°C

Rain

142mm

The Great Migration starts heading north, and temperatures are still high. As the month progresses, there is a higher chance of rain as Tanzania enters the long wet season.

Temp

27°C

Rain

254mm

Heavy rain. Traveling during this period is not advised.

Temp

26°C

Rain

199mm

The rains calm as the month progresses. A good time for low season rates.

Temp

25°C

Rain

45mm

The dry season begins, the tracks dry up and The Great Migration can be found crossing the Grumeti River.

Temp

25°C

Rain

27mm

Perfect safari conditions with long sunny days and little to no rain. The Great Migration moves north to the Mara River.

Temp

27°C

Rain

20mm

Optimal safari conditions with long sunny days and little to no rain. The Great Migration moves further north and the big Mara River crossings are in full flow.

Temp

28°C

Rain

19mm

It starts to get warmer as The Great Migration splits between Kenya and Tanzania.

Temp

29°C

Rain

67mm

The Great Migration starts to aim south into a hotter, drier, yellow-grassed Serengeti.

Temp

30°C

Rain

120mm

An unpredictable period labelled 'the short rains' where you can expect rain and good weather rolled into one with great savings to be had up until the Christmas period. Any rain tends to be light and passing with good sunny intervals.

Temp

31°C

Rain

109mm

Rain and good weather all rolled into one, with the weather generally improving as December goes on into the Christmas period—this period is Tanzania's peak season and needs to be booked well in advance. The Great Migration is largely in the central and eastern Serengeti, moving south.