Day 1
Gran Meliá Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport on the Meliá Masterpiece route, then transfer privately to Gran Meliá Arusha with ease.
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12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece
High-End
A private route with a deliberate finish
12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece links Arusha - Tarangire - Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Zanzibar without treating Zanzibar as an afterthought. We arrange your airport welcome, safari vehicle, park access, accommodation sequence and domestic flight so each movement supports the next day rather than consuming it.
Your safari rhythm reflects the actual properties in this collection. Wildlife time concentrates on elephant country, the Serengeti ecosystem and the Ngorongoro Crater, while the island stay at Gran Meliá Zanzibar follows the published All-inclusive basis. The result is a complete private journey, not two unrelated holidays placed side by side. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
At a glance
Route facts
Duration12 calendar days
RouteArusha - Tarangire - Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Zanzibar
Accommodation levelHigh-End
Best forPrivate bush-to-beach travel with a measured pace
Safari transportPrivate 4x4 with dedicated guide
Zanzibar locationNortheast Zanzibar
Meal basisAll-inclusive
Domestic flightMainland to Zanzibar included
International flightsNot included
Accommodation sequence
- Gran Meliá Arusha
- Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge
- Meliá Serengeti Lodge
- Ngorongoro Lodge - Member of Meliá Collection
- Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Where you sleep and dine
Each property holds a specific place in the route: arrival recovery in Arusha, close access to the day’s wildlife area, a practical position before the crater, or uninterrupted time on the coast. Safari accommodation operates on full board. Your Zanzibar stay uses All-inclusive, exactly as published for this package. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
We confirm the booked room category, bedding, dietary notes and any festive conditions before deposit. If a named property cannot confirm, we do not silently substitute it; we present a comparable option and the price effect for approval. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Private transport
Your mainland safari is private, with a dedicated guide and 4x4 Land Cruiser. The domestic flight to Zanzibar is part of this route, and private airport transfers connect the island air terminal with Gran Meliá Zanzibar. Flight times remain subject to the operating carrier. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Day by day
Your complete 12-day itinerary
Day 2
Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge
Explore Tarangire’s baobab country during the Meliá Masterpiece journey, then settle at Tarangire Kuro Treetops today.
Day 3
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Follow wildlife across Serengeti on the Meliá Masterpiece route, ending at Meliá Serengeti Lodge as the light softens.
Day 4
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Explore Serengeti river valleys on the Meliá Masterpiece journey, then unwind at Meliá Serengeti Lodge at a calm pace.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Lodge - Member of Meliá Collection
Travel into Ngorongoro’s highlands on the Meliá Masterpiece route, with crater views before Ngorongoro Lodge with ease.
Day 6
Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Explore the crater on the Meliá Masterpiece journey before flying to Zanzibar and Gran Meliá Zanzibar with ease.
Day 7
swimming and spa time
Slow the Meliá Masterpiece journey with swimming and spa time while staying at Gran Meliá Zanzibar at a calm pace.
Day 8
a Stone Town walk
Keep the Meliá Masterpiece beach day unhurried with a Stone Town walk at Gran Meliá Zanzibar as the light softens.
Day 9
a sunset dhow outing
Enjoy a sunset dhow outing during the Meliá Masterpiece stay at Gran Meliá Zanzibar before a restful evening.
Day 10
ocean-view dining
Shape the Meliá Masterpiece coast day around ocean-view dining from Gran Meliá Zanzibar before a quiet dinner.
Day 11
a slow beach morning
Slow the Meliá Masterpiece journey with a slow beach morning while staying at Gran Meliá Zanzibar with time to pause.
Day 12
Zanzibar International Airport
Transfer privately from Gran Meliá Zanzibar to Zanzibar Airport to close the Meliá Masterpiece journey at a calm pace.
Published rates
Seasonal package prices
| Season | 2 people 2026/27 | 2 people 2028 | 4 people 2026/27 | 4 people 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Season (April - May) | US$7,832 | US$8,223 | US$7,211 | US$7,571 |
| Low Season (March, November) | US$8,327 | US$8,743 | US$7,706 | US$8,091 |
| Mid Season (Jan - Feb, June) | US$9,502 | US$9,977 | US$8,881 | US$9,325 |
| Peak Season (July - October) | US$11,693 | US$12,278 | US$11,073 | US$11,626 |
Prices are quoted in USD per person sharing and remain subject to confirmed dates, accommodation availability, flight seats, park-fee updates and final routing. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Included
- Accommodation as listed or an approved equivalent
- Private Tanzania airport and resort transfers
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle and English-speaking driver-guide
- Safari meals on full board and Zanzibar on All-inclusive
- Park, concession and crater service fees applicable to the route
- Domestic flight from the mainland safari sector to Zanzibar
Excluded
- International flights are not included
- Tanzania visa and travel insurance
- Gratuities and personal expenses
- Premium drinks unless specified by the booked meal plan
- Optional balloon safari and unlisted island activities
- Zanzibar infrastructure tax where payable directly
Best time and seasonal character
Dry-season months bring firmer roads and concentrated wildlife viewing, while the green months offer softer light, active birdlife and greater seasonal value. The Serengeti remains a living ecosystem throughout the year; river crossings, predator sightings and migration concentrations cannot be guaranteed. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Your exact dates determine which roads, flight schedules and room categories are realistic. We review this package against current availability before confirmation and explain any material seasonal trade-off. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Luggage and entry
Use soft-sided luggage for light-aircraft sectors and wait for the confirmed carrier allowance before packing. Passport and visa rules depend on nationality and can change; check the Tanzania Immigration Department’s current guidance before travel. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
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Questions
Package FAQ
Are international flights included?+
No. International flights are not included. We arrange the private Tanzania ground route and the domestic flight to Zanzibar shown in this itinerary, subject to schedule and availability. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Is the safari private?+
Yes. The mainland safari uses a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a professional English-speaking driver-guide. Your Zanzibar airport transfers are also arranged privately. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
What meal plan applies? +
Safari nights are full board. The published Zanzibar basis at Gran Meliá Zanzibar is All-inclusive. Premium drinks and optional dining outside the plan remain separate unless confirmed. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Can the dates change?+
Seasonal journeys can be tailored around available dates. The festive collection is fixed to its published travel period, and any change requires a new quotation. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
How much luggage can I take?+
Light-aircraft allowances vary by operator and sector. We confirm the operating carrier and current baggage rules before final payment, and soft-sided luggage is strongly recommended. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Optional upgrades
A Serengeti balloon safari, private Zanzibar excursions, premium room category or additional safari night can be quoted separately. We only add an upgrade after checking its location, operating day, weather dependency and effect on the confirmed flight or transfer sequence. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Route planning guides
Refine this journey with our Serengeti destination guide, Ngorongoro route guide, best-time planning guide, airport and domestic-flight guide, Serengeti-to-Zanzibar flight article and Zanzibar coast comparison. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
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Start Your Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Journey
Share your dates, group size, safari interests and preferred beach style. We will shape the route around the season, lodge level, domestic flights and Zanzibar coast. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
Shape this route around your dates
We will check lodges, domestic flights and the most sensible coast before presenting the final itinerary. On 12-Day The Meliá Collection Masterpiece, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
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