Why Tanzania Is Perfect for Safari + Beach
1-Hour Flight
Direct flights connect Serengeti to Zanzibar. Leave safari after breakfast, arrive at beach by lunch.
World-Class Both
The Serengeti is the #1 safari destination. Zanzibar is a world-class tropical island. No compromise either way.
One Country, One Trip
No visa hassles, no border crossings. We handle all logistics seamlessly within Tanzania.
Safari & Beach Itineraries
Starting points — every combo is fully customizable.
Classic Bush & Beach
10 days5 safari + 4 beach + 1 travel
Safari: Tarangire → Ngorongoro → Serengeti
Beach: Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar
Our most popular combo. Big Five + white sand beaches.
From $4,500/person
Migration & Relaxation
12 days7 safari + 4 beach + 1 travel
Safari: Serengeti (3 nights) → Ngorongoro → Lake Manyara
Beach: Paje or Kendwa, Zanzibar
Extended Serengeti time for migration + Indian Ocean R&R.
From $6,000/person
Luxury Fly-In + Island
11 days6 safari + 5 island
Safari: Fly-in Serengeti camps + Ngorongoro Highlands
Beach: Mnemba Island or Pemba Island
Ultra-premium. Private camps, island escapes, no crowds.
From $10,000/person
Short & Sweet
7 days4 safari + 3 beach
Safari: Tarangire → Ngorongoro Crater
Beach: Stone Town + Kendwa Beach
Perfect for limited time. Two parks + Stone Town culture + beach.
From $3,200/person
Safari & Beach FAQs
How do you get from safari to Zanzibar?
Direct flights connect Serengeti/Arusha to Zanzibar in about 1 hour. We book the flight as part of your package. You leave camp after breakfast, fly over the bush, and arrive at your beach hotel by lunch. No overnight in Dar es Salaam needed.
How many days for safari vs beach?
The most popular split is 5-6 days safari + 4-5 days beach (10-11 days total). You can go shorter (4+3) or longer (7+5). We recommend at least 4 safari days for the Northern Circuit parks and at least 3 full beach days to properly unwind.
Which Zanzibar beach is best after safari?
Nungwi (north) has the least tidal variation and great sunset views. Kendwa is quieter with boutique hotels. Paje (east) is perfect for kitesurfing and backpackers. Kizimkazi (south) offers dolphin encounters. For luxury, Mnemba Island is unmatched.
What does a safari and beach combo cost?
Budget: $3,000-4,500 per person (10 days, mid-range lodges + 3-star beach hotel). Mid-range: $5,000-8,000 (luxury lodges + boutique beach resort). Premium: $8,000-15,000+ (fly-in safari camps + private beach villa). Flights between locations add $200-400.
Design Your Bush & Beach Trip
Tell us your ideal split and we'll build a seamless itinerary with flights, transfers, and the best properties at both ends.