How much does a 5-day safari from Zanzibar cost?

Costs vary by accommodation and group size. Budget options start around $120–$250 per person per night, mid-range lodges $300–$550, and luxury camps $700–$1,500+ per night.

Is internal travel from Zanzibar included?

Transfers from Zanzibar by flight or ferry are usually included in most safari packages, but confirm with your tour operator.

What wildlife can I see on this safari?

Expect to see the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhino—plus zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and diverse bird species.

What is the best time to take a 5-day safari from Zanzibar?

June–October and December–March are peak seasons for wildlife viewing and the Great Migration, while off-season offers fewer crowds and lower prices.

Is this safari suitable for families?

Yes. The 5-day itinerary can be adapted for families with children, providing comfortable accommodation and safe wildlife viewing experiences.

5-Day Safari from Zanzibar | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes

A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Concession/ Camping Fees.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
All Taxes and VAT.
Meals as per itinerary.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
4x4 Land Cruiser.
Daily game drives while on Safari.
Flight to and from zanzibar

Cost Excludes

Tips (Tipping guidelines).
International flights.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Zanzibar Activities
Zanzibar Accommodation
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

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5-Day Zanzibar Safari Overview

Experience Tanzania on a 5-day safari from Zanzibar. Fly from Zanzibar to the Serengeti and explore three of Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park.

Enjoy daily game drives with a private 4×4 Land Cruiser and professional safari guide. Look for lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, rhinos, giraffes and wildebeest.

This Zanzibar safari is ideal for travellers who want to combine a beach holiday with a short Tanzania wildlife adventure.

Safari Highlights

Fly from Zanzibar to Serengeti
Explore Serengeti National Park
Visit Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a Tarangire game drive
Stay in selected lodges and tented camps
Travel in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser

Day 01 :

Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, transfer from your Zanzibar accommodation to the airport for your flight to Serengeti.

On arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your first game drive. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park while exploring the Serengeti plains.

Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife.

Accommodation: Serengeti Embalakai

Day 02 :

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Enjoy a full day of game drives in Serengeti National Park.

Explore the open plains and search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and wildebeest.

You will also have time to enjoy the scenery and relax at your camp.

Overnight at Serengeti Embalakai

Day 03 :

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Start the morning with a game drive in the Serengeti. Continue exploring the park and searching for wildlife.

Later, drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Enjoy the beautiful highland scenery before arriving at your camp.

Overnight at Ngorongoro Embalakai

Day 04 :

Ngorongoro Crater to Tarangire

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.

The crater is home to lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest and black rhinos. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the crater tour.

In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and continue to Tarangire National Park.

Overnight at Tarangire Sopa lodge

Day 05 :

Tarangire National Park to Zanzibar

After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park.

The park is known for its large elephant herds and beautiful baobab trees. You may also see lions, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest.

After the game drive, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar.

5-Day Safari from Zanzibar | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

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5-Day Safari from Zanzibar | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire