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Tanzania & Zanzibar

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location
Serengeti & Zanzibar
duration
10 nights from £6,053 per person

This 10-night itinerary begins in Tanzania’s iconic Serengeti National Park, where you’ll spend three nights immersed in the heart of the Great Migration at the timeless Serengeti Safari Camp, enjoying expertly guided game drives and walking safaris. From here, you’ll fly to the exotic island of Zanzibar, where a stay at Zuri Zanzibar offers the perfect beachside contrast - a chance to unwind in style after your time on safari.

Serengeti Safari Camp
Serengeti Safari 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

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  • 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

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Arrive 
Kilimanjaro Airport
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Serengeti Safari Camp
Serengeti
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Tanzania
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Serengeti Safari Camp is a traditional mobile tented camp that moves throughout the year to always be at the optimal vantage point for experiencing the breathtaking spectacle of the Great Migration. Here, you'll witness thousands of wildebeest in their majestic herds as they traverse the vast Serengeti landscape.

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Zuri Zanzibar
Zanzibar
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Tanzania
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Zuri Zanzibar is a five-star luxury resort located on the pristine white sands of Kendwa Beach, on the northwest coast of Zanzibar. Combining contemporary design with Swahili and African influences, Zuri delivers an exceptional blend of comfort, culture, and sustainability, making it one of Zanzibar’s most sought-after hotels.

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Depart 
Zanzibar Airport
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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' although the timings can be unpredictable. This is a greener, warmer time of year to be on safari with higher temperatures. 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 on both safari and on Zanzibar and The Great Migration can be found crossing the Grumeti River.

Temp
25°C
Rain
27mm

Perfect safari and beach 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 and beach 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 a little warmer as The Great Migration is split 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

The 'short rains' arrive where you can expect rain and good weather rolled into one with great savings to be had.

Temp
31°C
Rain
109mm

The weather improves as Christmas approaches. The Great Migration is largely in the central and eastern Serengeti, moving south. Christmas gets very busy and must be booked well in advance.

Pricing and inclusions

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January to March
£6,222.00 per adult sharing
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April & May
Wet Season
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June to October
£6,741.00 per adult sharing
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November & December
£6,053.00 per adult sharing
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Disclaimer: Prices will be recalculated using the latest exchange rates and offers
INclusions
  • All meals & drinks
  • Scheduled flight transfers
  • Airport & road transfers
  • Park & conservancy fees
  • In-camp activities
exclusions
  • International flights
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