Tanzania: Northern Safari Circuit & Zanzibar

Plains and ocean, one journey. This itinerary pairs the drama of Tanzania's northern safari circuit with the stillness of an all-inclusive stay in Zanzibar. 

Six nights on safari come first, travelling by private Somak 4x4 with your own driver-guide through landscapes that shift by the day, from Tarangire's ancient baobabs and elephant herds to the forests and flamingo-lined waters of Lake Manyara, the open plains of the Serengeti, and the wildlife-dense crater of Ngorongoro. From there, the pace changes entirely. Five all-inclusive nights in Zanzibar bring white sand, warm water and very little to do but enjoy it. 

Your Experience Includes: 

• 1 night at Arusha Serena Hotel in a Standard Room on Half Board 
• 1 night Tarangire Simba Lodge in a Standard Room on Full Board
• 2 nights in Ngorongoro staying at Karatu Simba Lodge in a Standard Cottage on Full Board  
• 2 nights at Serengeti Simba Lodge in a Standard Room on Full Board 
• 5 nights at Diamonds Mapenzi Beach in a Superior Room on All-Inclusive 
• Private game drives in Somak 4x4 vehicle with a Somak expert driver-guide throughout the safari 
• Lunch at Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge  
• Game drives into Tarangire National Park 
• Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park 
• Enjoy a picnic lunches while out in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro 
• See large herds of wildebeest moving north through the Serengeti as part of the Great Migration 
• Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater and see the Big Five, flamingos and other wildlife 
• Visit Olduvai Gorge  
• Selection of international cuisines in a variety of restaurants and bars at Diamonds Mapenzi Beach 
• Daily daytime and evening entertainment programmes 
• Complimentary non-motorised water sports, including Kayaking 
• Return international flights with Ethiopian Airlines departing from Manchester 
• Baggage allowance of 23kg (2 pieces) per person 
• Light aircraft flight from Arusha to Zanzibar 
• Baggage allowance of 20kg per person 
• Airport taxes and surcharges included. Regional supplements apply 
• Return private airport transfers in Zanzibar 
• Half board stay in Arusha 
• Full board safari at Tarangire, Karatu and Serengeti lodges 
• All-inclusive stay in Zanzibar 
• 11 nights of accommodation 
• AMREF Flying Doctors emergency medical cover 

Why You’ll Love This Trip! 
You'll love the way this trip changes pace without losing momentum, from Tarangire's elephant herds to the flamingos at Lake Manyara, the scale of the Serengeti's migration, and the crater walls of Ngorongoro closing in with the Big Five below. Your own driver-guide and 4x4 throughout means the safari moves at your speed, picnic lunches out on the plains and no schedule but the wildlife's. Then Zanzibar arrives like a held breath released, five days where the only decisions are which restaurant to try and whether to kayak before the sundowner. It's that rhythm, dust and drama giving way to white sand and stillness, that makes this trip linger long after you're home. 

Ready to Book? 
Your unforgettable safari and island escape adventure to Tanzania and Zanzibar is just a call or email away. You’re in excellent hands with our dedicated travel experts who are always ready to assist with any questions about destinations, accommodation, or experiences, ensuring every detail comes together to make your holiday truly unforgettable. 

Call: 0208 423 3000 
Email: holidays@somak.co.uk 
Quote Reference: 81242 
Travel period: 1 – 30 June 2027 
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T&C: No Tourist tax applies in Tanzania. T&C's Prices are fluid and subject to availability. Price based on two adults sharing, based on departure dates of 6 June 2027.  

Zanzibar charges a mandatory infrastructure tax of $5 per person per night for both adults and children, paid directly to hotels upon check-in or check-out. 

Calculated 30/06/2026 Exchange rates and local taxes may change before you pay in resort. 
Exchange rate used $1.00 = £0.74 
Paid direct to hotel (total) $50 = £37 
Additionally, a mandatory $44 per adult travel insurance fee is required, which needs to be paid online before departure. Prices are correct at time of posting 30/06/2026.