Day 1
Summit Safari Lodge
Begin the Baobab Spice journey at Kilimanjaro Airport, then ride privately to Summit Safari Lodge with time to pause.
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Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend
Premium Value / Mid-Luxury
A private route with a deliberate finish
Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend links Arusha - Tarangire - 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 Zanzibar Bay Resort follows the published All-inclusive 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 - Zanzibar
Accommodation levelPremium Value / Mid-Luxury
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
- Summit Safari Lodge
- Burunge Tented Lodge
- Serengeti Tortilis Camp
- Ngorongoro Farm House
- Zanzibar Bay Resort
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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Zanzibar Bay Resort. Flight times remain subject to the operating carrier.
Day by day
Your complete 12-day itinerary
Day 2
Burunge Tented Lodge
Track elephant paths through Tarangire on the Baobab Spice route, returning to Burunge Tented Lodge at a calm pace.
Day 3
Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Search Serengeti for big cats on the Baobab Spice journey before returning to Serengeti Tortilis Camp at a calm pace.
Day 4
Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Follow wildlife across Serengeti on the Baobab Spice route, ending at Serengeti Tortilis Camp with your private guide.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Farm House
Continue to Ngorongoro on the Baobab Spice journey, with a composed evening at Ngorongoro Farm House before dinner.
Day 6
Zanzibar Bay Resort
Descend into the crater on the Baobab Spice route, then fly to Zanzibar and Zanzibar Bay Resort at a calm pace.
Day 7
a spice-farm visit
Shape the Baobab Spice coast day around a spice-farm visit from Zanzibar Bay Resort as the afternoon light softens.
Day 8
swimming and spa time
Slow the Baobab Spice journey with swimming and spa time while staying at Zanzibar Bay Resort with time to pause.
Day 9
a Stone Town walk
Keep the Baobab Spice beach day unhurried with a Stone Town walk at Zanzibar Bay Resort before a quiet dinner.
Day 10
a sunset dhow outing
Enjoy a sunset dhow outing during the Baobab Spice stay at Zanzibar Bay Resort while the Indian Ocean light softens.
Day 11
ocean-view dining
Shape the Baobab Spice coast day around ocean-view dining from Zanzibar Bay Resort beneath Tanzania’s open sky.
Day 12
Zanzibar International Airport
Bid farewell to Zanzibar Bay Resort as the Baobab Spice journey ends with an arranged airport transfer today.
Published rates
Seasonal package prices
| Season | 2 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|
| Green Season (April - May) | US$4,365 | US$3,744 |
| Low Season (November) | US$4,540 | US$3,919 |
| Mid Season (Jan - Feb, June) | US$4,955 | US$4,334 |
| Peak Season (July - October) | US$5,213 | US$4,592 |
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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Zanzibar Bay Resort is All-inclusive. 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
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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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, 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 Tarangire Baobab & Zanzibar Spice Blend, we apply this guidance to the exact route and timing shown here.
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