Tanzania to Zanzibar: White Sands & the Wilderness
From CAD $2,369 Was CAD $3,159
Guarantee
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Got a big appetite for adventure? We're serving up a nine-day tour in Tanzania with your name on it. From the mountains to the mighty elephants, watch as animals come to life on wildlife safari drives through the Serengeti. And if you're cool with heights, hop on an optional hot-air balloon ride to see the expanse of grassland savannah from a bird’s point of view. End the tour enjoying the starry African skies from the beautiful island of Zanzibar. This Swahili paradise will make you truly understand the meaning of "hakuna matata" more than a singing warthog and meerkat ever could.
Highlights
- Track the "big five" across the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater
- Get close to nature by camping in the wilderness
- Bliss out on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar
- Experience the hustle-and-bustle of Stone Town.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2089
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: 4x4 safari vehicles, private shuttle, walking, ferry, minibus.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: DTSZ
Starts: Arusha, Tanzania
Finishes: Stone Town, Tanzania
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch, Mto wa Mbu Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group, Arusha
- Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park and in Ngorongoro Crater
- Ferry to Zanzibar
- Stone Town orientation walk
- Beach time in Zanzibar
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Basic hotel (5 nts, single or twin-share), Beach Bandas (1 nt), full-service camping (2 nts)
- 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
- 4x4 safari vehicles, private shuttle, walking, ferry, minibus.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,369 ($263 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha
Arrive at anytime.
Head out to a local bar where the drinks are affordable and the company is fantastic. Get to know your new travel mates over a few Tuskers as a group. Connect over past travels, set your intentions for this trip, and as the night settles around you; simply enjoy being in the moment.
Day 2: Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Well folks it's time for the Africa you have all imagined, the experience that has been depicted over and over again in books, movies, and television. So grab those cameras, purchase a quirky bucket hat, and head out on a wildlife safari drive into one of the most famous national parks in Africa; the Serengeti.
Get ready for abundant wildlife, vast golden plains dotted with thorny acacia trees, and hippo-filled rivers as you begin a 3-day and 2-night excursion into the park itself and the great Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro
Grab your buddies and jump aboard for one last morning safari in the Serengeti. As the sun rises higher in the sky watch the animal kingdom come to life in this grassland savannah before returning to break down camp.
Then it's on to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for Africa's best wildlife viewing. Get ready for epic views from the crater rim and watch as animals meander around below drinking water from the permanent supply on the crater floor. You'll be setting up camp in the late afternoon at a site near the crater rim and then you can spend the rest of the day enjoying one of the most beautiful wildlife havens on the planet.
Day 4: Ngorongoro/Arusha
It's time to experience “Africa's Garden of Eden” on a more personal level. Today, venture down to the crater floor where the group will embark on a final safari experience. Have those cameras charged and at the ready because, let's face it if you are going to see any wildlife this would be the place (and we are so excited for you)!
The animals are bound to this area by the crater walls and the enclosed nature of the crater means its own ecosystem has been created think; rich grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and Lake Makat so get ready to see some magic.
With full camera rolls the group will exit the crater in the late morning and travel back to Arusha. Swap stories along the way, pick those favourite photos from earlier, or simply sit back and let yourself enjoy the passing scenery as you cruise along.
Day 5: Arusha/Dar es Salaam
Leave Arusha early and be on the lookout for the mighty Mt Kilimanjaro—you might catch a glimpse on the road towards Dar es Salaam—and watch as the Tanzanian countryside passes by and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean make their debut.
The city started as a fishing village in the mid 19th century before becoming a port and trading centre. The group will spend the night here before embarking for the island beaches of Zanzibar.
Want to cut travel time in half and spend more time in Stone Town? Pre-book the Zanzibar Express on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour.
Day 6: Dar es Salaam/Stone Town
After the jam packed last few days of this trip where you are going next is going to be just what you needed. Wake in Dar es Salaam before hopping on the ferry to the paradise of Zanzibar.
Get ready for picturesque island beaches that will make you contemplate staying here and living off the grid. Few places on this planet are as entrancing and exotic as this Tanzanian archipelago so get ready to enjoy it, take loads of pictures, and relax in a place that has long lured backpackers and adventurers to it's sandy shores.
Day 7: Beach day in Zanzibar
Roll out of bed this morning in Stone Town and explore the heart of Zanzibar. Wander the winding historic unpaved alleyways of Stone Town passing by balconies and gigantic wooden carved doors along the way.
Get lost and spend hours exploring the streets and squares, drinking potent coffee from pavement vendors and buying sweetmeats from tiny cafes. Keep an eye out for tinga-tinga paintings, antique shops, beautifully printed cloths (kangas and kikois worn by local people), little carved chests with copper inlays, and spices – all beautiful presents or memories to take home. Transfer to the tropical haven of Jambiani for a relaxing few days as a group.
Day 8: Beach day in Zanzibar
Wake up in this island paradise and get ready to seize the day. You'll be exploring one of the world's great cultural crossroads… think Africa meets Arabia and add the Indian Ocean into the mix as the cherry on top.
The day is yours to spend as you choose; head out for a diving experience, grab some goggles and go snorkelling, hop aboard a sailing trip, or just lounge on the beach and relax. Zanzibar's tropical setting, unique culture, and active beach-party scene make this place a very enjoyable East African Indian Ocean experience.
Day 9: Stone Town
Your most difficult task today is going to be pulling yourself away from the beauty that surrounds you in Jambiani. Travel back to Stone Town on the other side of the island and explore the heart of Zanzibar.
The tour ends in the late morning.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Kristin M - Traveled, October 2024
It was a fantastic tour to be able to experience the beauty of Tanzania affordably and with a great group. The camping experience was so memorable with the chefs being top tier!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/23/2024
Robert N - Traveled, October 2024
Was very fun! The group was great! The Zanzibar ceo was amazing, I would definitely come back to Tanzania
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/22/2024
Maude A - Traveled, September 2024
G adventures was a great trip! I had the chance to make so many friends and memories. We saw so may animals and landscape during the tour in serengeti/crater of ngorongoro. It was so great to see all the masaï and the community around the town! It was su...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2024
Laura P - Traveled, September 2024
I loved the safari experience, I didn't thought the animals would have been this close to us and was amazing. Love the stay in Zanzibar just in front of the beach.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2024
Calum A - Traveled, September 2024
Once in a lifetime experience. Tanzania is an incredible destination which I will always remember. Sunrise over the Serengeti, camping under the Milky Way, experiecing traditional African life and relaxing om the tropical coastline. G Adventures enhanced...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/18/2024
Joanna A - Traveled, September 2024
Very good
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/07/2024
Linda O - Traveled, August 2023
Definitely a good price for all the activities. Great group of people to meet.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/01/2024
Keturah O - Traveled, September 2024
SO glad I camped in the Serengeti as that was a unique experience with zebras and elephant encounters and then the transition to the beautiful island and hotel in Zanzibar was a perfect ending! My favorite thing about G is the tour guides are from the ac...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/30/2024
Ailbhe C - Traveled, August 2024
A once in a lifetime experience and so much more than the cost. We got to see the same animals and even have giraffes and zebras on the campsite ??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/19/2024
Jana G - Traveled, July 2024
It was amazing.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/19/2024
Kristine M - Traveled, June 2024
I really liked the tour??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/15/2024
Jennifer B - Traveled, June 2024
Had a great time! Good variety of activities and knowledgeable guides.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Elizabeth T - Traveled, June 2024
Laz, our CEO in Tanzania made our trip. His passion, knowledge and expertise for the local area could not be matched. I felt like our group joined as strangers and left as international friends. I hope to join the next G Adventures soon!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/01/2024
Yana B - Traveled, May 2024
I had a realy great experience with G Adventures! I enjoyed every moment! I recommend it to everyone!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
Billy S - Traveled, May 2024
10/10 - a life changing experience. Will definitely come back for a Kenya, Uganda, Kilimanjaro and Tanzania/Zanzibar ??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/12/2024
Jessica M - Traveled, May 2024
It was amazing. We had an awesome group of people and saw so much. I am so happy I did this!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/05/2024
Tabea K - Traveled, February 2024
It was great and l loved every second of it. It was the right mixture between simple and luxurious, good people and great CEOs. I would recommend it for everyone, especially the 18-30 somethimg tour for young solotravellers
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/11/2024
Manuel K - Traveled, February 2024
It was extraordinary, didn't thought to see so much in such a short time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/03/2024
John C - Traveled, February 2024
An amazing experience to see the highlights of Tanzania. An incredidble 3 days of Safari, followed by beautiful beaches of Zanzibar all with warm and welcoming local people. Overall a tour that you will never forget.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/27/2024
Lena T - Traveled, January 2024
Overall we had a good time on our trip mainly because of a great group. The itinerary as well as the first CEO had a lot of room for improvement. Accomodation was fine, the final beach hotel was the absolut highlight!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/13/2024
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