Spend a full day exploring Nyerere, Africa’s largest national park and a highlight of any Tanzania safari trip. Begin with an early breakfast before heading out on morning and afternoon game drives, where you’ll encounter vast elephant herds, prides of lions, wild dogs, and a variety of antelopes. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the bush. Later in the day, experience a guided walking safari, which allows you to discover smaller wildlife and learn traditional tracking skills. Return to Mloka Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Mloka Lodge

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive before driving to Mikumi National Park. Along the way, you’ll pass through small villages and experience glimpses of Tanzanian culture. Upon arrival, have lunch before setting out on an afternoon game drive across the Mkata Floodplain, often compared to the Serengeti. Here you’ll spot giraffes, wildebeest, elephants, and lions roaming freely. Dinner and overnight at Camp Bastian.

Accommodation: Camp Bastian

Today your Tanzania safari trip continues with a full day in Mikumi. With its easily accessible wildlife, Mikumi offers excellent chances to see predators such as lions and leopards, alongside buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch will be served inside the park, allowing you to spend more time exploring its diverse habitats. Return to Camp Bastian for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Camp Bastian

After breakfast, set out on a scenic drive to Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most remote reserve. The journey takes about 6–7 hours, passing through Iringa town and stunning landscapes. Upon arrival, enjoy a packed lunch before checking into your lodge. Ruaha is famous for its dramatic scenery and large elephant populations, as well as rare wild dogs. Spend the evening relaxing and soaking in the raw beauty of this wilderness. Overnight at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

Spend a full day discovering Ruaha’s rugged landscapes. The Great Ruaha River attracts large numbers of animals during the dry season, including elephants, lions, leopards, kudu, sable, and roan antelopes. Game drives here offer some of the most authentic safari experiences in Tanzania, with few other vehicles around. Picnic lunch will be served in the bush before returning to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

Day seven offers another chance to explore deeper into Ruaha’s vast wilderness. Focus on areas not yet visited or return to locations where you previously had excellent sightings. With patience, you may witness dramatic predator-prey interactions or spot endangered species like wild dogs. In the evening, enjoy a sundowner overlooking the park before dinner and overnight at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge.

Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon landing at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel in Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend the afternoon exploring its winding alleys, spice markets, and historic landmarks, or simply relax. Overnight at Zanzibar Bay Resort.

Accommodation: Zanzibar Bay Resort

Today, enjoy a guided walking tour of Stone Town. Visit the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, and the bustling Darajani Market. In the afternoon, head out for a spice plantation tour to learn about Zanzibar’s spice heritage and taste fresh tropical fruits. This cultural immersion adds a new dimension to your Tanzania safari trip. Return to Zanzibar Bay Resort for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Zanzibar Bay Resort

After breakfast, visit Jozani Forest to see the rare red colobus monkeys in their natural habitat. Walk through mangroves and lush forest trails before transferring to your beach resort on Zanzibar’s East Coast. Spend the afternoon relaxing on white-sand beaches, swimming in turquoise waters, or enjoying the resort amenities. Overnight at Reef & Beach Resort.

Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort

Enjoy a leisurely morning at your beach resort. This day is dedicated to rest and relaxation. Stroll along the beach, swim in the warm Indian Ocean, or indulge in a spa treatment. Optional activities such as snorkeling, cultural village visits, or sunset walks are available at your own cost. Overnight at Reef & Beach Resort.

Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort

After breakfast, embark on optional ocean adventures. Go snorkeling or diving at Mnemba Atoll, known for its vibrant coral reefs and marine life. Alternatively, take a dolphin tour, try kite surfing, or simply relax at the resort. This balance of relaxation and activity makes Zanzibar the perfect conclusion to your Tanzania safari trip. Overnight at Reef & Beach Resort.

Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort

Spend your final full day on Zanzibar soaking up the island’s beauty. Optional activities include a sunset dhow cruise, a cultural village visit, or exploring local markets for souvenirs. Otherwise, enjoy a calm day by the pool or on the beach. Overnight at Reef & Beach Resort.

Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort

After a relaxed breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you may enjoy a last swim or stroll along the beach. Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your extraordinary Tanzania safari trip that combined wilderness and relaxation.