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Serengeti, Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar

Best Time: Jun–Oct (Dry Season), Jan–Feb (Calving) 10–14 Days Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) e-Visa Required

Why Visit Tanzania?

Tanzania is the ultimate African safari destination — a land of staggering natural grandeur where the Great Migration thunders across the Serengeti, Africa's highest peak Kilimanjaro pierces the clouds, and the spice island of Zanzibar offers turquoise Indian Ocean bliss. Home to the Ngorongoro Crater (the world's largest intact volcanic caldera), the Serengeti's endless plains, and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, Tanzania delivers the complete African experience. For Indian travelers, Tanzania is particularly accessible — with direct flights, an e-visa, and a warm Swahili culture that echoes centuries of Indian Ocean trade.

Flight Time

~10 hrs from India

Visa

e-Visa Required

Language

Swahili, English

Currency

Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)

Budget

₹2,50,000–₹5,00,000

Best Time

Jun–Oct (Dry Season), Jan–Feb (Calving)

Must Visit

Top Places to See in Tanzania

Hand-picked by our travel experts — the experiences that define this destination.

Serengeti National Park
Safari
Serengeti National Park
The world's greatest wildlife spectacle — home to the annual Great Migration of 1.5 million wildebeest and 250,000 zebras.
Ngorongoro Crater
UNESCO Heritage
Ngorongoro Crater
The world's largest intact volcanic caldera, sheltering 25,000 animals including the rare black rhino in a natural Eden.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mountain
Mount Kilimanjaro
Africa's highest peak at 5,895m — the world's tallest free-standing mountain and a bucket-list trek for adventurers.
Zanzibar
Island Paradise
Zanzibar
The Spice Island — pristine white beaches, turquoise waters, UNESCO Stone Town, and a rich Swahili-Arab-Indian heritage.
Tarangire National Park
Safari
Tarangire National Park
Famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees — a quieter alternative to the Serengeti with superb wildlife.
Stone Town Zanzibar
UNESCO Heritage
Stone Town Zanzibar
A UNESCO World Heritage city of winding alleys, carved wooden doors, and a fascinating blend of African, Arab, and Indian cultures.
Lake Manyara
National Park
Lake Manyara
Famous for its tree-climbing lions, vast flamingo flocks, and diverse ecosystems from groundwater forest to alkaline lake.
Experiences

Things to Do in Tanzania

Kilimanjaro Trek

Summit Africa's highest peak on the Marangu or Machame route — a 6–8 day trek through five climate zones.

Hot Air Balloon Safari

Float over the Serengeti at dawn in a hot air balloon, watching the Great Migration from above.

Zanzibar Diving & Snorkeling

Explore coral reefs, swim with whale sharks, and discover the rich marine life of the Indian Ocean around Zanzibar.

Maasai Village Visit

Visit a traditional Maasai boma (village) to learn about the warrior culture, beadwork, and ancient traditions.

Stone Town Spice Tour

Walk through Zanzibar's historic Stone Town and visit spice farms to discover cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon.

Swahili Cooking Class

Learn to cook traditional Swahili dishes — pilau rice, biryani, and coconut fish curry — with a Zanzibari family.

Zanzibar Street Food

Graze through Forodhani Night Market for Zanzibar pizza, grilled seafood, sugarcane juice, and Swahili snacks.

Nyama Choma

Feast on nyama choma (roasted meat) — Tanzania's beloved barbecue tradition, best enjoyed with ugali and kachumbari.

Spice Island Cuisine

Savor the unique Zanzibari fusion of Indian, Arab, and African flavors in fragrant curries and coconut-based dishes.

Maasai Beadwork

Buy authentic Maasai beaded jewelry, shukas (blankets), and handcrafted items directly from Maasai artisans.

Zanzibar Spices

Take home fragrant Zanzibari spices — cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, and vanilla — from the island's spice farms.

Tingatinga Paintings

Collect vibrant Tingatinga folk art paintings — Tanzania's distinctive colorful wildlife art style.

Itineraries

Sample Itineraries for Tanzania

Day-by-day plans crafted by our experts — fully customisable to your preferences.

01
Day 1: Arrive Arusha

Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport · Arusha city · Safari briefing · Welcome dinner

02
Day 2: Tarangire

Tarangire National Park game drive · Elephant herds · Baobab trees · Bush camp

03
Day 3: Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara game drive · Tree-climbing lions · Flamingos · Ngorongoro rim camp

04
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater

Full day crater game drive · Big Five spotting · Black rhino search · Crater rim sunset

05
Day 5: Serengeti

Drive to Serengeti · Afternoon game drive · Wildebeest herds · Tented camp

06
Day 6: Serengeti Safari

Full day Serengeti game drives · Big cat sightings · Sundowner drinks · Bush dinner

07
Day 7: Serengeti & Zanzibar

Morning balloon safari · Flight to Zanzibar · Stone Town arrival · Forodhani Night Market

08
Day 8: Stone Town

Stone Town UNESCO walk · Spice farm tour · Freddie Mercury house · Sunset dhow cruise

09
Day 9: Zanzibar Beach

Nungwi or Kendwa beach · Snorkeling coral reefs · Beach club lunch · Seafood dinner

10
Day 10: Departure

Morning beach · Last spice shopping · Departure from Zanzibar

01
Day 1: Arusha Arrival

Arrive, Arusha National Park afternoon

02
Day 2: Tarangire

Full day Tarangire game drive · Elephant herds

03
Day 3: Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara · Tree-climbing lions · Flamingos

04
Day 4: Ngorongoro

Full day crater drive · Big Five · Black rhino

05
Day 5: Serengeti North

Drive to Serengeti · Afternoon game drive

06
Day 6: Great Migration

Full day migration tracking · River crossings (seasonal)

07
Day 7: Serengeti Central

Seronera Valley · Big cats · Balloon safari

08
Day 8: Kilimanjaro Base

Drive to Moshi · Kilimanjaro views · Marangu Gate visit

09
Day 9: Maasai Village

Maasai cultural visit · Beadwork workshop · Traditional dance

10
Day 10: Zanzibar

Fly to Zanzibar · Stone Town arrival

11
Day 11: Stone Town

UNESCO walk · Spice tour · Dhow cruise

12
Day 12: North Zanzibar

Nungwi beach · Snorkeling · Turtle sanctuary

13
Day 13: East Zanzibar

Paje beach · Kitesurfing · Jozani Forest colobus monkeys

14
Day 14: Departure

Last beach morning · Spice shopping · Departure

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