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The best Tanzania safari and beach packages put 5 to 7 nights of game drives first and 3 to 5 nights on Zanzibar after, for 10 to 11 days in total. That length suits most first-time visitors. Eight-day trips work when your calendar is tight. Fourteen-day trips suit migration chasers and honeymooners who also want Stone Town. A fly-in luxury package suits travelers who want a private island finish. Whichever you pick, book the safari first, limit the hotel changes, and match the beach to how you like to swim.
The difficulty is that these packages look identical online. Every listing promises wildlife and white sand, yet one gives you three nights on safari and another seven. One includes park fees and internal flights, and another leaves them out.
Below you will find five itinerary types, each with the same breakdown: what the trip looks like, who it suits, and what it costs. Extra Miles Unique Adventures is a Kenya-based operator that has planned private East Africa safaris since 2007. The first pick is how we build a Kenya and Tanzania safari with a Zanzibar finish.
1. Kenya and Tanzania safari with a Zanzibar finish
What the trip looks like
This route runs about 8 to 10 days and crosses from the Masai Mara into the Serengeti, two halves of one ecosystem. Our 8-Day Magical Kenya & Tanzania Safari covers Mount Kilimanjaro views, the Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti plains and the Masai Mara. The 9-Day Ultimate Kenya and Tanzania Safari Experience adds Lake Nakuru and Great Wildebeest Migration country. Neither lists Zanzibar as a fixed stop, so you ask us to add the beach nights and we quote them for your dates.
Build the safari around the herds first, then add the beach nights.
Who it suits
This option suits travelers who want both countries on one private itinerary and a beach at the end instead of a separate trip. It also fits fixed dates, such as a school break, because the trip is planned around your dates, comfort level and pace. Share your group size and travel style, and you receive a tailored itinerary and quote. We reply to enquiries within 24 hours.
Price and best timing
These are our published safari-only from-prices. Zanzibar hotel nights and flights are quoted on top, and the final figure moves with your dates and group.
| Safari base | Length | From price |
|---|---|---|
| 8-Day Magical Kenya & Tanzania Safari | 8 days | $2,711 |
| 9-Day Ultimate Kenya and Tanzania Safari Experience | 9 days | $3,429 |
| The Grand East African Luxury Safari | 10 days | $5,405 |
For the Mara and Serengeti, late June to October is the dry season and the usual window for Migration viewing. No month guarantees a river crossing, so keep your plan flexible.
2. Compact 8-day safari and Zanzibar beach holiday
What the trip looks like
An eight-day safari and Zanzibar beach holiday works only if you shrink the safari. Plan three safari nights and four beach nights, and stick to Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater. Squeezing three major parks into four days gives you more windshield time than wildlife.
- Nights 1 to 3: Tarangire for elephants and baobabs, then the Ngorongoro Crater
- Day 4: Transfer to Arusha and fly to Zanzibar
- Nights 4 to 7: Beach hotel on Zanzibar
- Day 8: Fly home
Fewer parks and more game drives beat a packed route on a short trip.
Who it suits
Choose this one if you only have about a week, or if the beach matters as much as the wildlife. First-timers still see big elephant herds and the dense wildlife of the crater floor without long daily drives. It is not the right pick if the Great Migration is your reason to travel, because that needs more time in the right part of the Serengeti.
Price and best timing
Short trips cost less, but only on the safari side. Our 7-Day Epic Kenya & Tanzania Safari pairs Amboseli with the northern Tanzania circuit and starts from $2,063. That shows what a week of private safari costs before any beach nights. Zanzibar flights and hotel come on top. June to October is dry and busy. December to February is warm, though Christmas dates cost more. March to May brings the long rains, when some camps close and rates often drop.
3. Classic 10-day Tanzania safari and beach holiday
What the trip looks like
Ten days is the sweet spot for a Tanzania safari beach holiday. Five safari nights and four beach nights cover Tarangire, the crater and the Serengeti, then leave real time to unwind.
- Nights 1 to 2: Tarangire
- Night 3: Ngorongoro Crater
- Nights 4 to 5: Serengeti
- Day 6: Fly from the Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Nights 6 to 9: Zanzibar
- Day 10: Fly home
The beach is where people go wrong. Nungwi and Kendwa on the north coast usually allow swimming through more of the tide cycle. The east-coast beaches at Paje, Bwejuu and Jambiani have wide tidal flats, and the sea can retreat far at low tide. Check the tide table for your dates.
Choose the beach by tide and swimming habits, not by the hotel photo.
Who it suits
This is the safest choice for first-timers, couples and families who want one clear rhythm. Families should look for a hotel with a good pool, so swimming does not depend on the tide. If you travel with children, ask for fewer lodge changes and shorter driving days.
Price and best timing
Mid-range totals depend on lodge tier and group size, so compare quotes line by line. "All inclusive" means different things to different operators, so check these four items first:
- Park and conservation fees
- Internal flights and the baggage limit
- Zanzibar meal plan
- Whether the listed lodges are confirmed or only examples
June to October suits the dry-season safari. Zanzibar's sea conditions still vary with winds, so judge snorkeling and dhow trips on the day.
4. 14-day migration safari with Stone Town and beach
What the trip looks like
A two-week trip gives a safari and Zanzibar beach holiday room to breathe. Plan seven safari nights, two in Stone Town and four on the coast. The extra safari time lets you place camps where the herds are, which changes with rainfall and grazing.
- Nights 1 to 7: Tarangire, Ngorongoro and two Serengeti regions
- Nights 8 to 9: Stone Town
- Nights 10 to 13: Beach hotel
- Day 14: Fly home
Herds typically gather in the northern Serengeti for river crossings between July and October. Calving season in the southern Serengeti usually runs from December to February.
Move your camps with the herds, and never promise yourself a crossing.
Who it suits
Honeymooners, wildlife photographers and travelers who like culture will get the most from this length. Photographers gain more from extra nights in one productive area than from adding another park. Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site with Swahili, Arab and Indian influences, and two nights let you explore its markets, food and old streets without rushing.
Price and best timing
More nights and better-positioned camps raise the price, and migration camps book out early. Reserve as far ahead as you can, especially for July to October. For a quieter beach, ask about Matemwe on the northeast coast, a calmer base for couples and divers.
5. Luxury fly-in safari with a private island stay
What the trip looks like
A luxury package swaps long drives for light aircraft between airstrips. Four nights in the Serengeti, then three on a private island or boutique beach property, makes a strong 8-day Tanzania beach and safari trip.
- Nights 1 to 4: Serengeti camps, placed for the season
- Day 5: Fly from the Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Nights 5 to 7: Private island or boutique beach stay
- Day 8: Fly home
Luggage matters here. Small aircraft usually require soft bags with strict weight limits, often around 33 lb (15 kg), so confirm the limit before you pack.
Fly-in luxury buys time, so spend it on game drives and the beach.
Who it suits
This option suits honeymooners and anyone who values privacy and short transfers over price. It also works for time-pressed travelers who still want wildlife and the beach with no road days. Exclusive islands off Zanzibar, such as Mnemba, give you barefoot privacy and protected reefs for snorkeling.
Price and best timing
Luxury operators publish from-prices of roughly $7,500 to $8,800 per person for these trips. For a Kenya comparison, our 8-Day Signature Journey of Wildlife & Coastal Luxury, a flying safari with coastal serenity, starts from $6,519. Prices peak around June to October and the Christmas period. Ask what the rate includes before you compare it with cheaper packages.
Pick your length, then your beach
A 10-day itinerary with five safari nights and four beach nights is the best starting point for most travelers. Go shorter only if you accept fewer parks. Go longer if the Migration, Stone Town or a honeymoon is the point of the trip. Choose luxury fly-ins when privacy and time matter more than price.
Before you compare quotes, decide your length, your season and your beach style. Then compare what each package actually includes. If you want a private plan built around your dates, request a tailored Tanzania safari and Zanzibar quote and we will reply within 24 hours.
