12 Days Tanzania Safari + Meru + Zanzibar
12 Days, 11 Night
Price On Request
Tour Overview
Experience the ultimate 12-day Tanzania Safari + Meru + Zanzibar trip through northern Tanzania. It includes an exciting wildlife safari, a rewarding mountain trek, and beautiful beaches in Zanzibar. This itinerary is great for nature lovers, thrill-seekers, and photographers because it is perfectly balanced. See the Big Five in their natural habitat in famous national parks, then test yourself with an unforgettable hike up Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak and a hidden gem for hikers.
Tour Summary
Day 1
Arusha (1400 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500 m)
Accommodation: Miriakamba Hut
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2
Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) – Saddle Hut (3500 m)
Accommodation: Saddle Hut
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 3
Saddle Hut (3500 m) – Summit Attempt (4566 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500 m)
Accommodation: Miriakamba Hut
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 4
Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) – Arusha (1400 m)
Accommodation: Zanzibar Queen Hotel
Day 5-12
Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday
Accommodation: Zanzibar Queen Hotel
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Day by day
Day 1: Arusha (1400 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500 m)
On the first day of your 4-day Mount Meru trek, you will be picked up from your hotel in Arusha (1400 m) and taken to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park after an early breakfast. Porters will prepare and pack your belongings for the hike, while you and your guide register with Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). You will then start your ascent in Arusha National Park. The first day of hiking is similar to a walking safari; you can expect to see giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and possibly elephants along the trail. Because of the high likelihood of encountering wildlife, an armed ranger hired by the National Park is required to accompany our team for the duration of the hike. As you continue hiking, you will come across the Ngarenanyuki River and a stunning waterfall at the foot of Mount Meru. Upon arrival at Miriakamba Hut (2500 m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and provide you with washing water. Enjoy the beautiful sunset overnight.
Destination
Mount Meru
Elevation: 1500m/4921ft to 2500m/8202ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) – Saddle Hut (3500 m)
Take part in a full-day game drive to Serengeti National Park, stopping along the way to explore the park before continuing with an afternoon game drive. A thorough exploration of the park’s fauna and scenic beauty is promised on this full-day excursion.
At 14,763 square kilometers, Serengeti National Park is a well-known and sizable national park in Tanzania. There is a lot of wildlife in the Serengeti.
Savor a delicious dinner and spend a peaceful night at the upscale Harmony Safari Camp. Full board service will be provided, guaranteeing a comfortable and unforgettable stay.
Destination
Mount Meru
Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 3500m/11483ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Saddle Hut (3500 m) – Summit Attempt (4566 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500 m)
Going to Ngorongoro for a safari game drive down the crater floor, then in the late afternoon, going to Karatu for dinner and a night at Eileen’s Trees Inn with all meals included.
Ngorongoro is a place where the Maasai, who are pastoralists, share the same ecosystem with wild animals. It is part of the Serengeti ecosystem in the north and northwest of the Ndutu region, where the best time to see wildebeest and zebra calving is between December and April.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the biggest caldera in the world that hasn’t been broken or flooded. The crater is the main attraction at Ngorongoro; it formed when the big volcano exploded and fell in on itself, making a caldera.
Place of destination
Mount Meru
Elevation: 3500m/11483ft to 4562m/14967ft down to 2500m/8202ft
Distance: 19km/12mi
Hiking Time: 10-12 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) – Arusha (1400 m)
We will start our last descent to Momella Gate after a lengthy break and breakfast. We’ll walk through meadows and forests where we might see wildlife.
We will also travel through the breathtaking Fig tree arch. Our driver will meet you at the foot of Mount Meru and take you back to Arusha so you can begin your wildlife safari the following day.
Destination
Mount Meru
Accomodation
GREENSIDE
Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 1500m/4921ft
Distance: 14km/8.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park for a game drive after breakfast, then spend the night and dinner at your lodge.
One of Tanzania’s top parks, Tarangire, is well known for its distinctive qualities. A must-see location, the Tarangire River is a perennial water source that draws a wide variety of wildlife.
You can expect to see the heads of buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, baboons, and antelopes in Tarangire, which is renowned for its large concentration of elephants, baobab trees, and stunning scenery. More than 400 bird species, including rare animals like the greater kudu, wild dogs, and fringed-eared oryx, have been identified in Tarangire for bird watchers.
Destination
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation
Osupuko Tented Lodge
Day 6: Serengeti National Park
Today, we go on a game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Serengeti National Park is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Serengeti is one of the oldest national parks in Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage site. There are more than 1.7 million wildebeests. Night Drives at the Park is one of the oldest national parks in Africa.
Enjoy a delectable meal and a restful evening at the luxurious Harmony Safari Camp. There will be full board service, ensuring a relaxing and remarkable stay.
Destination
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation
Harmony Safari Camp | Dinner
Day 7: Serengeti National Park
A full-day game drive to Serengeti National Park, followed by an afternoon game drive and park exploration. A thorough exploration of the park’s fauna and scenic beauty is promised on this full-day excursion.
At 14,763 square kilometers, Serengeti National Park is a well-known and sizable national park in Tanzania. There is a lot of wildlife in the Serengeti.
Savor a delicious dinner and spend a peaceful night at the upscale Harmony Safari Camp. Full board service will be provided, guaranteeing a comfortable and unforgettable stay.
Destination
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation
Harmony Safari Camps | Dinner
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater
After a safari game drive down the crater floor in Ngorongoro, you will travel to Karatu in the late afternoon for dinner and spend the night at Eileen’s Trees Inn on full board.
As part of the Serengeti ecosystem in the north and northwest of the Ndutu region, Ngorongoro is a multiple land use area where the pastoral Maasai coexist with wild animals. December through April is the best time to witness zebra and wildebeest calving.
The primary draw of Ngorongoro is the crater, which was created when a massive volcano exploded and collapsed on itself, creating the world’s largest unbroken, non-flooded caldera.
Destination
Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation
Eileen’s Trees Inn| Dinner
Day 9: Arusha - Zanzibar
On the final day of your Tanzanian safari, take a cultural tour of Mto Wa Mbu before flying to Zanzibar from Arusha Airport.
Destination
Arusha, Zanzibar
Accommodation
Zanzibar Queen
Day 10 : Zanzibar Beach
Spend relaxing days at the beach in Zanzibar, where you can choose from various water sports and activities at the Diving Club on-site or simply soak it up at the resort. Diving in Zanzibar can be arranged in advance or spontaneously.
Destination
Zanzibar Island
Accommodation
Zanzibar Queen
Day 11 : Stone Town and Zanzibar Spice tour
On this day, after breakfast, you check out of the beach resort and we drive to Zanzibar’s Spice Plantations. At one of Zanzibar’s legendary plantations, we can learn about the plantations’ history as well as the spices and fruits brought to the island by Arab and European explorers. We also get to sample a delicious lunch at the spice plantations, giving us a taste of local Swahili cuisine. After this tour in the afternoon, we will travel to Stonetown for a tour of this ancient town, which has also been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We walk down the narrow alleys and streets and see the cathedrals, the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, and the People’s Palace. It is an opportunity to buy some spices and souvenirs.
Destination
Zanzibar
Accommodation
Zanzibar Queen
Day 12 : Transfer to Zanzibar Airport - Departure
If you have a flight to catch, you will be taken to the Zanzibar Airport to catch it. We will book a connecting flight for you to catch your flight home from Dar es Salaam or Nairobi. This will mark the end of your safari.
You can stay in upgraded standard luxury hotels on safari or cheaper mid-range hotels in Zanzibar. This is the end of your 10-day Tanzania safari + Meru + Zanzibar.
You can change and customize the Safari and Zanzibar tour to fit your needs.
Accommodation
No Accommodation
Price
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Inclusions
- All airport transfers
- All accommodations
- Professional Mountain guide
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Flying doctor for all emergencies
- First aid kit
- Mineral water during the safari
- Park & Mountain entrance fees
- Taxes
- Rescue Fees
- All Meals
- Crisis management and safety procedures
- Mountain Trekking Equipments
Exclusions
- Visa
- Beverages Drinks
- Visa fee
- Tip for the safari guide
- Travel insurance
- Accommodation in Arusha (Can be arranged upon request )
- Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc)
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Tanzania can be visited year-round, but the dry season from June to October is ideal for wildlife viewing in the parks, while January to March is the calving season in the southern Serengeti. Zanzibar is warm and sunny almost all year, though the best beach conditions are during the dry months, June–October and December–February.
Accommodations range from luxury lodges and boutique tented camps in the national parks to high-end resorts or beachfront villas in Zanzibar, all offering comfortable amenities, fine dining, and stunning views.
Yes, most of the itinerary is family-friendly. However, Mount Meru climbs and long game drives may be more suitable for older children. Zanzibar’s beaches are excellent for children of all ages.
Game drives are conducted in private 4×4 vehicles. Transfers between parks and to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport are by road, and Zanzibar is reached via domestic flight from Arusha or Dar es Salaam.
Yes, itineraries are fully flexible to fit your interests, whether you prefer extra game drives, cultural experiences, or more beach time in Zanzibar.
Pack lightweight, neutral-colored clothing for safari, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear for Zanzibar, and a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing.
