6-Day Serengeti Safari and Zanzibar: Private Guide, All-Inclusive

Two African worlds in one trip: endless plains, then island beaches

A 6-day private safari tour from Arusha combining Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar, with accommodations, meals, game drives and airport transfers included. Days one through four focus on wildlife in the Serengeti, with early morning and full-day game drives to spot lions, elephants and the Big Five; day five moves to Zanzibar for a spice plantation tour and Stone Town exploration; day six departs from the island.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Serengeti and first game drive

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport
• Board scenic flight to Serengeti National Park
• Land at Serengeti airstrip and meet guide
• Enjoy first game drive to lodge
• Arrive at camp for sundowner and dinner

Day 2: Full day game drive in Serengeti

• Early morning sunrise game drive
• Return to camp for breakfast
• Full-day safari with picnic lunch
• Explore Seronera Valley and plains
• Return to camp for dinner

Day 3: Optional balloon safari and exploration

• Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise
• Champagne bush breakfast after landing
• Explore untouched Serengeti areas
• Evening campfire and relaxation

Day 4: Morning game drive and fly to Zanzibar

• Early morning game drive
• Breakfast at camp
• Transfer to airstrip for flight to Zanzibar
• Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to resort
• Relax by the ocean in evening

Day 5: Spice tour, Stone Town and sunset

• Spice Plantation Tour
• Visit Stone Town and Old Slave Market
• Admire Arab-Swahili architecture
• Enjoy rooftop dinner or beach sunset

Day 6: Leisure and departure

• Morning leisure at beach or swim
• Breakfast at resort
• Transfer to Zanzibar Airport
• Depart on international flight

The experience

The itinerary splits into two distinct halves. The first four days center on the Serengeti, where you fly from Arusha to the park airstrip and settle into a tented camp. Your private guide leads sunrise and full-day game drives through different habitats, from the predator-rich Seronera Valley to hippo pools and open plains dotted with acacias. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and herds of wildebeest and zebras appear as the landscape shifts throughout the day. An optional hot air balloon safari on day three floats you above the herds at sunrise, followed by a champagne bush breakfast before afternoon exploration.

On day four, an early morning game drive precedes your flight to Zanzibar. The island half begins with a beachfront resort arrival and shifts pace entirely: day five includes a walking tour through a spice plantation where you taste clove, vanilla, cinnamon and cardamom straight from the farm, then moves into Stone Town, the UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow streets, Arab-Swahili architecture and the Old Slave Market. A rooftop dinner overlooking the Indian Ocean or beach sunset closes the evening. Day six leaves time for a swim or beach walk before your airport transfer.

Your private guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language throughout, and all accommodations, meals, game drives and entrance fees are included. Round-trip airport transfers from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport bookend the journey. Children from age five are welcome, though the safari vehicle and early starts suit older children better.

What’s included

• Accommodations at Tanzania Pure Tented Camp and The Sands Beach Resort.
• private transportation and game drives with a private guide.
• all meals.
• entrance fees to Serengeti National Park and attractions.
• government fees.
• round-trip airport transfers from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years): free · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 909

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by ALMASI AFRICA

Is this one for you?The early morning game drives and full-day safari pace demand an early start and several hours in an open vehicle each day, which concentrates wildlife viewing into the Serengeti's most active hours and keeps the island portion relaxed by contrast.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years): free. Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What wildlife can I expect to see on the Serengeti game drives?

The Serengeti's game drives target lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes and antelopes across different habitats. Early morning drives catch predators most active at dawn. Full-day drives explore the Seronera Valley, hippo pools and open plains. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration with thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving across the park.

How much time do I spend in Zanzibar, and what is there to do?

Zanzibar occupies days five and six. Day five includes a spice plantation tour walking among clove, vanilla, cinnamon and cardamom plants with fruit tasting, followed by a guided walk through Stone Town's UNESCO-listed streets, the Old Slave Market and Arab-Swahili architecture. Day six is at leisure for swimming or beach time before your airport transfer.

What are the accommodations like?

The Serengeti portion uses Tanzania Pure Tented Camp, a safari camp with open-top vehicles for game drives. Zanzibar moves to The Sands Beach Resort, a beachfront property with ocean views and direct beach access.

Is the hot air balloon safari included?

The hot air balloon safari on day three is optional and not included in the base price. If you choose it, you float above the Serengeti at sunrise, then enjoy a champagne bush breakfast before continuing your afternoon safari.

Do I need any special fitness level for this tour?

The tour suits all physical fitness levels. Early morning starts and game drives in an open vehicle are the main demands. The itinerary is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or pregnancy due to the safari vehicle and early departures.