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Trip Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania in just 8 days! This signature journey by RUBI Tanzania Adventures blends thrilling Big Five game drives in Ngorongoro and Serengeti with the relaxing turquoise shores of Zanzibar. It’s the perfect combination of wildlife, culture, and beach bliss — designed to be immersive yet relaxed.
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania!
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Meet and greet by our professional guide
- Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation
- Optional: Short town tour depending on arrival time
Overnight: Arusha
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Serengeti National Park
- Depart Arusha early morning and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater – home to rhinos, lions, and hippos
- Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater
- Afternoon transfer to Serengeti
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Day 3
Full-Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti
- Early morning and afternoon game drives in Seronera Valley
- Spot big cats, elephants, giraffes, and more
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari (available at extra cost)
Overnight: Serengeti National Park (same lodge/camp)
Day 4
Final Game Drive in Serengeti
- Early morning and afternoon game drives in North Serengeti
- Spot big cats, elephants, giraffes, and more
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari (available at extra cost)
Overnight: Serengeti National Park (same lodge/camp)
Day 5
Flight to Zanzibar – Stone Town Exploration
- Morning flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar Island
- Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel in Stone Town
- Afternoon walking tour through the winding alleys of this UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit: Old Fort, House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury’s House, Slave
Market Overnight: Stone Town
Day 6
Starfish Beach, Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank
- Morning visit to Starfish Beach near Kendwa
- Boat trip to Prison Island to meet giant tortoises
- Continue to Nakupenda Sandbank for swimming, snorkeling, and a fresh
- seafood BBQ lunch
- Return to Nungwi for an evening at leisure
Overnight: Stone Town
Day 7
dolphin tour -mnemba island & snorkeling tour, swimming with tortoise (baraka aquarium) - Transfer to Nungwi
- Early morning transfer to Kizimkazi for a dolphin encounter (swimming optional)
- Explore Salaam Cave and snorkel in the Blue Lagoon
- Afternoon transfer to the white-sand beaches of Nungwi
- Optional sunset dhow cruise
Overnight: Nungwi Beach
Day 8
Morning Relaxation – Departure from Zanzibar
- Enjoy a final beach walk or a swim in the Indian Ocean
- Optional: Massage or spa session before checkout
- Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your outbound flight
- All airport transfers
- Domestic flight: Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Park entry fees (Ngorongoro & Serengeti)
- Safari game drives in 4x4 pop-up roof vehicle
- English-speaking professional guide
- All accommodations (safari lodges and beach hotels)
- All meals during safari (B, L, D)
- Zanzibar activities: Stone Town tour, dolphin tour, Blue Lagoon, Starfish
- Beach, Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Hot air balloon safari (optional)
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