Day 1
Kahawa House
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport on the Serena Heritage route, then transfer privately to Kahawa House at a calm pace.
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Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition
Luxury
A private route with a deliberate finish
Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition links Arusha - Tarangire - Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Kendwa 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 Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow follows the published All meals basis. The result is a complete private journey, not two unrelated holidays placed side by side.
At a glance
Route facts
Duration12 calendar days
RouteArusha - Tarangire - Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Kendwa
Accommodation levelLuxury
Best forPrivate bush-to-beach travel with a measured pace
Safari transportPrivate 4x4 with dedicated guide
Zanzibar locationKendwa
Meal basisAll meals
Domestic flightMainland to Zanzibar included
International flightsNot included
Accommodation sequence
- Kahawa House
- Lake Manyara Serena
- Serengeti Serena
- Ngorongoro Serena
- Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow
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 meals, exactly as published for this package.
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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow. Flight times remain subject to the operating carrier.
Day by day
Your complete 12-day itinerary
Day 2
Lake Manyara Serena
Explore Tarangire’s baobab country during the Serena Heritage journey, then settle at Lake Manyara Serena today.
Day 3
Serengeti Serena
Follow wildlife across Serengeti on the Serena Heritage route, ending at Serengeti Serena with your private guide.
Day 4
Serengeti Serena
Explore Serengeti river valleys on the Serena Heritage journey, then unwind at Serengeti Serena at a calm pace.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Serena
Travel into Ngorongoro’s highlands on the Serena Heritage route, with crater views before Ngorongoro Serena.
Day 6
Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow
Explore the crater on the Serena Heritage journey before flying to Zanzibar and Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow today.
Day 7
swimming and spa time
Slow the Serena Heritage journey with swimming and spa time while staying at Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow with ease.
Day 8
a Stone Town walk
Keep the Serena Heritage beach day unhurried with a Stone Town walk at Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow as the light softens.
Day 9
a sunset dhow outing
Enjoy a sunset dhow outing during the Serena Heritage stay at Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow beneath Tanzania’s open sky.
Day 10
ocean-view dining
Shape the Serena Heritage coast day around ocean-view dining from Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow before a quiet dinner.
Day 11
a slow beach morning
Slow the Serena Heritage journey with a slow beach morning while staying at Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow with time to pause.
Day 12
Zanzibar International Airport
Transfer privately from Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow to Zanzibar Airport to close the Serena Heritage journey at a calm pace.
Published rates
Seasonal package prices
| Season | 2 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|
| Green Season (April - May) | US$7,441 | US$6,820 |
| Low Season (November) | US$7,680 | US$7,059 |
| Mid Season (Jan - Feb, June) | US$10,423 | US$9,802 |
| Peak Season (July - October) | US$10,452 | US$9,831 |
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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 meals
- 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Zuri Zanzibar Bungalow is All meals. Premium drinks and optional dining outside the plan remain separate unless confirmed.
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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, 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 Classic Serena & Zuri Bungalow Expedition, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
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