10-day Tanzania safari and Zanzibar itinerary
Ten days gives Tanzania's northern circuit room to breathe, with enough time left over for a proper stretch on Zanzibar.
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Your ten days in Tanzania will feel better if you choose a few priorities rather than every park. Ten days is enough to visit Tanzania's headline parks without constant early starts and long transfers, while still leaving several full days free for Zanzibar's beaches at the end of the trip.
Alternative 10-day splits
| Split | Safari focus | Beach time |
|---|---|---|
| 7 safari / 3 beach | Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti | Zanzibar, 3 nights |
| 5 safari / 5 beach | Shorter Serengeti stay | Zanzibar, 5 nights |
| 8 safari / 2 beach | Deeper Serengeti exploration | Short Zanzibar stopover |
Highlights
- Days 1-3: Tarangire and Ngorongoro
- Days 4-7: Serengeti
- Days 8-10: Zanzibar
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Days 1-3: Tarangire and Ngorongoro
Elephant herds among Tarangire's baobabs lead into a morning descent onto the Ngorongoro Crater floor, generally the most wildlife-dense single day of the trip.
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Days 4-7: Serengeti
Four nights split between one or two areas of the Serengeti, chosen according to the month of travel, forms the core of the safari.
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Days 8-10: Zanzibar
A short flight to the coast closes the trip with white-sand beaches, a visit to Stone Town and the option of a spice farm tour.
Dos
- Finish your safari with the beach to unwind
- Dress modestly in Stone Town and villages
- Check tide times for swimming and snorkelling
- Use reef-safe sunscreen
- Carry some cash for markets and tips
Don'ts
- Don't wear swimwear away from the beach
- Don't touch or stand on coral
- Don't photograph locals without asking
- Don't leave valuables unattended on the sand
- Don't underestimate the midday sun
What's usually included
- Beach hotel or villa
- Breakfast (or all-inclusive where chosen)
- Transfers between safari and coast
- Welcome and hotel support
- Optional tours we arrange
- 24/7 specialist support
Usually not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and camp staff
- Personal items and souvenirs
- Premium drinks unless all-inclusive
- Optional activities not in your itinerary
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Published fees to plan around
Sources checked 7 October 2026 · US dollars · fees only, not full safari prices
| Fee | Published amount | Who and when |
|---|---|---|
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area · adult entry | US$70.80 | Non-East African citizen aged 16 or above, per person. Published permit is valid for one entry within 24 hours. Accommodation and vehicle charges are separate.Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority tariffs |
| Ngorongoro · crater service | US$295 | Non-East African citizens, per vehicle per crater trip, not per person. This is additional to conservation-area entry.Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority tariffs |
Your accommodation and flights need a quote for your dates, room arrangement and availability. Compare the full journey total, not a nightly headline: meals, transport, guiding, entry fees and optional activities should be clear. Published tariffs may change; we reconfirm the applicable fees before you book.
Our editorial values
Original travel guidance by Dennis Njoroge, CEO of Perch Africa Safaris. Wildlife and weather are never guaranteed. Published fees link to their authority sources; camp and flight prices are confirmed for your own journey. You receive your full itinerary and matching proforma before payment.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ten days enough for Tanzania and Zanzibar?
Yes — roughly seven days on safari and three on the beach is a well-balanced split for most travellers.
