Plan your trip
Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar
The classic Tanzanian trip is a few days on safari followed by the beach. Zanzibar is the natural second half, connected by short domestic flights.
How it fits together
Fly into Kilimanjaro or Arusha, spend three to five nights on safari in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro or Tarangire, then fly directly to Zanzibar for the beach. Domestic flights connect the northern circuit to Zanzibar daily.
How long you need
- Ten nights: three on safari, six on the beach, one in transit
- Twelve nights: four on safari, seven on the beach
- Fourteen nights: five on safari, eight on the beach, unhurried
Best order
Safari first, beach second. Early starts and long game drives are easier before you relax, not after.