When is the best time to do the Grand Tanzania & Zanzibar: Wildlife Icons, Ocean Finale?

Jun – Oct (dry) · Year-round wildlife. We run this itinerary year-round and simply re-route game drives and camps to follow the wildlife and the weather. Tell us your dates and we'll confirm exactly what the Arusha National Park will be like that week.

What's included in the price?

All accommodation as listed, on the meal plan shown for each day; Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-top roof, window seat guaranteed; Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout; Scheduled light-aircraft flights on the internal legs shown in the itinerary; All game drives and activities named in the itinerary; All park, reserve and conservation fees for the routed destinations; Airport meet-and-greet plus all transfers in the itinerary; Drinking water in the vehicle and camp laundry where offered. Prices are per person sharing and quoted in USD; your proforma invoice itemises everything before you pay.

What is not included?

International flights and airport departure taxes; Visa / e-TA fees and travel insurance (both mandatory); Premium drinks, champagne and imported spirits; Optional extras: hot-air balloon, private guide, spa, diving; Tips for guides, camp staff and drivers (guidance provided pre-departure); Personal shopping, telephone and anything not listed as included. International flights, visas, travel insurance, premium drinks and gratuities are always quoted separately so there are no surprises.

How do we travel between parks?

Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, window seat guaranteed for every guest, and a professional driver-guide for the whole route. Longer legs on this trip are flown on scheduled light aircraft to save you a full day on the road. Airport pick-up and drop-off, bottled water, cooler box and Wi-Fi in the vehicle are included.

How much are park and conservation fees?

Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park. Park and conservation fees work out to about USD 1,390 per adult for this routing (children under 12 pay roughly half, infants under 3 are free). Kenyan and Tanzanian statutory taxes — 16% VAT, 2% catering levy and 2% service charge — are shown as separate lines on your proforma invoice.

Neutral safari clothing — greens, browns, khaki (avoid blue and black); Warm fleece and windproof layer for early-morning drives; Wide-brim hat, polarised sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen; Binoculars (one pair per person) and a zoom lens if you shoot; Insect repellent with DEET, plus antimalarials as advised by your doctor; Soft duffel bag of 15 kg per person for light-aircraft legs; Universal adaptor and a power bank — camp power is generator-timed; Copies of passport, insurance and yellow-fever certificate where required. Soft-sided bags are essential if your trip includes a light-aircraft leg (15kg limit including hand luggage).

Is it safe, and what about health requirements?

Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for all safari areas — confirm with your doctor; Yellow-fever certificate required when entering from an endemic country; Camps are unfenced: always walk with an askari escort after dark; Never stand up or lean out of the vehicle during a sighting; Comprehensive travel insurance including medical evacuation is mandatory; Flying-doctor evacuation cover is included for your safari days. Every Tanzania & Zanzibar departure is escorted by a licensed guide, vehicles carry a first-aid kit and satellite communications, and all guests are covered by AMREF Flying Doctors evacuation while on safari.

How do we book and what deposit is required?

Request availability or book directly from this page. We hold your camps for 48 hours, issue a proforma invoice with the full breakdown, then confirm on a 50% deposit with the balance due 45 days before travel. Card and M-Pesa payments are both accepted.

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Grand Tanzania & Zanzibar: Wildlife Icons, Ocean Finale

Tarangire · Lake Manyara · Ngorongoro Crater · Central Serengeti · Zanzibar 13 Days / 12 Nights From $12,020 per person

Overview

The journey

A 13-day safari and beach holiday — one of our Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holidays. A bush and beach holiday through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti and Zanzibar. The route runs in one direction with no doubling back, and saves the best for last — stone town and the white beaches of zanzibar.

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Why this safari

What makes it different

13 days across 6 camps, every sector flown, with your own guide on the ground.

6 distinct ecosystems in 13 days
Arusha · Tarangire · Lake Manyara · Ngorongoro Crater · Central Serengeti · Zanzibar — each chosen for a different animal, landscape and light, and ordered so you never double back.
A tight, purposeful route with no wasted days
Every move is planned around game movements and light, so short days still deliver full game-viewing mornings.
Your own 4x4 Land Cruiser and private guide
No shared vehicles and no fixed departure times — you decide when to leave camp, how long to sit with a sighting, and where to have breakfast.
Every transfer flown by private charter
You are in a game vehicle minutes after landing, with luggage handled planeside — the same route by road costs the better part of two days.
Ultra-Luxury is genuinely all-inclusive
All meals, premium drinks, laundry, park and conservancy fees, private guiding and the charter flights are in the price. You should not need your wallet until you tip.
Priced honestly, with fees shown up front
Park and conservation fees, taxes and levies are itemised on your proforma invoice — 50% confirms the booking and the balance is due before travel.

At a glance

Trip essentials

Best season

Jun – Oct (dry) · Year-round wildlife

Pace & difficulty

Balanced — two to three nights per camp · Easy to moderate

Group size

Private departure — 2 to 6 guests per vehicle

Game viewing

48–64 hours of guided game viewing across 8 active days

Destinations routed

Arusha National Park → Tarangire National Park → Lake Manyara National Park → Ngorongoro Crater → Serengeti National Park → Zanzibar Archipelago

Ideal for

Safari-and-beach combinations · Private departures for 2–6 guests

Day by day

Detailed itinerary

Every day is planned to the hour, with the flexibility to change anything before you confirm.

Route overview

1
Arusha National Park
Day 1 · 1 night
2
Tarangire National Park
Days 2–3 · 2 nights
3
Lake Manyara National Park
Day 4 · 1 night
4
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 5 · 1 night
5
Serengeti National Park
Days 6–7–8 · 3 nights
6
Zanzibar Archipelago
Days 9–10 · 2 nights
7
Tarangire National Park
Day 11 · 1 night
8
Zanzibar Archipelago
Days 12–13 · 1 night

1
Day 1 · Arrive in Arusha
Arusha National Park
Arrival
Met at Kilimanjaro International and transferred to your hotel for a relaxed evening and trip briefing with your Perch Africa specialist.
Morning
Arrival, immigration assistance and meet-and-greet by your Perch Africa representative
Afternoon
Transfer, luggage re-pack for light aircraft, and a full trip briefing with your guide
Evening
Welcome dinner and route walkthrough with your safari specialist
Highlights
- Excellent wildlife viewing year-round
- Authentic local culture & guides
- Curated lodges & camps in every tier
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Dinner
Private airport transfer
Visa/e-TA must be approved before departure — we send the checklist on booking
Standard park/reserve fees apply
Best accessed via light aircraft or 4x4 transfer
Neutral greens and browns for game drives — avoid blue and black (tsetse flies)
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Day 2 · Baobabs of Tarangire
Tarangire National Park
Scenic flight
Safari
Light-aircraft charter to the airstrip to Tarangire. Afternoon among ancient baobabs and the elephant herds of the Tarangire River.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — cultural & community visits
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then birdwatching & photography
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- Excellent wildlife viewing year-round
- Authentic local culture & guides
- Curated lodges & camps in every tier
Sanctuary Swala
All inclusive
Light aircraft + 4x4 game-drive vehicle on landing
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Light-aircraft baggage limit: 15 kg per person in a soft bag, including hand luggage
Standard park/reserve fees apply
Best accessed via light aircraft or 4x4 transfer
Soft-sided bag of 15 kg maximum per person on light-aircraft transfers
3
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Day 3 · Silale Swamp & walking safari
Tarangire National Park
Guided walk
Transit
Morning walk with an armed ranger, then drive to Silale Swamp for lion and python.
Morning
Early departure with a picnic breakfast, arriving Tarangire National Park before midday
Afternoon
Afternoon game drive on arrival — birdwatching & photography
Evening
Camp orientation, hot showers, sundowners and a three-course dinner
Highlights
- Excellent wildlife viewing year-round
- Authentic local culture & guides
- Curated lodges & camps in every tier
Sanctuary Swala
All inclusive
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-top roof
Approx. 4 h on the road
Standard park/reserve fees apply
Best accessed via light aircraft or 4x4 transfer
Bring binoculars; one pair per person changes the whole safari
4
Day 4 · Lake Manyara forest
Lake Manyara National Park
Scenic flight
Safari
Light-aircraft charter to the airstrip to Lake Manyara. Groundwater forest drive for blue monkey, elephant and the famous tree-climbing lions, then the escarpment view.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — walking safaris (where permitted)
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then guided game drives
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- Excellent wildlife viewing year-round
- Authentic local culture & guides
- Curated lodges & camps in every tier
Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
All inclusive
Light aircraft + 4x4 game-drive vehicle on landing
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Light-aircraft baggage limit: 15 kg per person in a soft bag, including hand luggage
Standard park/reserve fees apply
Best accessed via light aircraft or 4x4 transfer
A warm fleece for pre-dawn drives — it is genuinely cold before sunrise
5
Day 5 · Up to the crater rim
Ngorongoro Crater
Scenic flightSundowners
Safari
Light-aircraft charter to the airstrip to Ngorongoro Crater. Climb through highland forest to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater for a sunset view over the caldera.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — crater floor game drive (half or full day)
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then visit to olduvai gorge & museum
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- Black rhino sightings
- Big Five in a single morning
- Spectacular crater-rim sunrise descents
The Highlands
All inclusive
Light aircraft + 4x4 game-drive vehicle on landing
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Light-aircraft baggage limit: 15 kg per person in a soft bag, including hand luggage
Conservation fee: USD 70.80/adult + USD 295/vehicle crater service fee
Vehicles allowed on crater floor 06:00–16:00 only
Reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brim hat and a swimsuit for the coast
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Day 6 · Into the endless plains
Serengeti National Park
Scenic flight
Safari
Light-aircraft charter to the airstrip to Central Serengeti. Drive into the Seronera valley, the big-cat heartland of the Serengeti, for an afternoon of lion and cheetah.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — hot-air balloon safari over the plains
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then mobile camping that follows the migration
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- The Great Migration — calving, river crossings, rutting
- Big cat coalitions in the Seronera Valley
- Kopjes (granite outcrops) hiding leopards & lions
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
All inclusive
Light aircraft + 4x4 game-drive vehicle on landing
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Light-aircraft baggage limit: 15 kg per person in a soft bag, including hand luggage
Park fees: USD 82.60/adult/day (non-resident)
Best river crossings: Aug–Oct (Mara River, north)
Spare camera batteries and double the memory cards you think you need
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Day 7 · Seronera River & kopjes
Serengeti National Park
Wildlife viewing
Safari
Full day tracking leopard along the Seronera River and lion prides on the Moru and Simba kopjes.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — mobile camping that follows the migration
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then walking safaris in northern concessions
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- The Great Migration — calving, river crossings, rutting
- Big cat coalitions in the Seronera Valley
- Kopjes (granite outcrops) hiding leopards & lions
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
All inclusive
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-top roof and window seat guaranteed
Approx. 1.5 h on the road
Park fees: USD 82.60/adult/day (non-resident)
Best river crossings: Aug–Oct (Mara River, north)
Neutral greens and browns for game drives — avoid blue and black (tsetse flies)
8
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Day 8 · Serengeti balloon & finale
Serengeti National Park
Game driveBalloon safari
Safari
Optional balloon at dawn over the plains, then a last long afternoon with the Serengeti's predators.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — walking safaris in northern concessions
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then game drives across seronera, western corridor, northern serengeti
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- The Great Migration — calving, river crossings, rutting
- Big cat coalitions in the Seronera Valley
- Kopjes (granite outcrops) hiding leopards & lions
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
All inclusive
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-top roof and window seat guaranteed
Approx. 1.5 h on the road
Park fees: USD 82.60/adult/day (non-resident)
Best river crossings: Aug–Oct (Mara River, north)
Soft-sided bag of 15 kg maximum per person on light-aircraft transfers
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Day 9 · Island arrival
Zanzibar Archipelago
Scenic flight
Arrival
Light-aircraft charter to the airstrip to Zanzibar. Fly to Zanzibar and settle onto the white sand and turquoise shallows of the east coast.
Morning
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Afternoon
Transfer, luggage re-pack for light aircraft, and a full trip briefing with your guide
Evening
Welcome dinner and route walkthrough with your safari specialist
Highlights
- Stone Town — UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Mnemba Atoll snorkelling & diving
- Spice plantation tours
Baraza Resort & Spa
Breakfast, Dinner
Light aircraft + 4x4 game-drive vehicle on landing
Light-aircraft baggage limit: 15 kg per person in a soft bag, including hand luggage
Visa/e-TA must be approved before departure — we send the checklist on booking
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from endemic country
Modest dress respected in Stone Town & villages
Bring binoculars; one pair per person changes the whole safari
10
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Day 10 · Stone Town & spice farm
Zanzibar Archipelago
Guided walkSundowners
Safari
Walk the UNESCO alleys of Stone Town and a spice farm, with sunset at Forodhani.
Morning
Dawn departure with coffee in the vehicle — kite-surfing at paje (jun–sep, dec–feb)
Afternoon
Siesta through the heat, then sunset dhow cruise
Evening
Sundowners at a viewpoint, then a bush dinner under the stars
Highlights
- Stone Town — UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Mnemba Atoll snorkelling & diving
- Spice plantation tours
Baraza Resort & Spa
Breakfast, Dinner
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-top roof and window seat guaranteed
Approx. 1.5 h on the road
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from endemic country
Modest dress respected in Stone Town & villages
A warm fleece for pre-dawn drives — it is genuinely cold before sunrise
11
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Day 11 · Mnemba reef & dhow sunset
Tarangire National Park
Boat experienceOcean experienceSundowners
Beach
Snorkel the Mnemba Atoll reefs, then a sunset dhow cruise.
Morning
Sunrise swim followed by a guided walk along the tide line
Afternoon
Optional deep-sea fishing, kite-surfing lesson or a spa treatment
Evening
Dhow sundowner cruise followed by dinner under the stars
Highlights
- Excellent wildlife viewing year-round
- Authentic local culture & guides
- Curated lodges & camps in every tier
Baraza Resort & Spa
Breakfast, Dinner
Private road transfer; boat and dhow for excursions
Standard park/reserve fees apply
Best accessed via light aircraft or 4x4 transfer
Reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brim hat and a swimsuit for the coast
12
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Day 12 · Zanzibar at leisure
Zanzibar Archipelago
Beach leisure
Beach
A free day for the spa, the Rock restaurant or simply the beach.
Morning
Morning dhow sail with fresh fruit and coffee on board
Afternoon
Village and spice-market visit with your local guide
Evening
Beach bonfire, Swahili tasting menu and live taarab music
Highlights
- Stone Town — UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Mnemba Atoll snorkelling & diving
- Spice plantation tours
Baraza Resort & Spa
Breakfast, Dinner
Private road transfer; boat and dhow for excursions
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from endemic country
Modest dress respected in Stone Town & villages
Spare camera batteries and double the memory cards you think you need
13
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Day 13 · Departure
Zanzibar Archipelago
Scenic flight
Departure
A final morning at Zanzibar, then a charter flight to connect with your onward or international flight.
Morning
Final sunrise game drive or a slow breakfast, then check-out and pack
Afternoon
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Evening
Assisted check-in for your international flight home
Highlights
- Stone Town — UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Mnemba Atoll snorkelling & diving
- Spice plantation tours
Accommodation confirmed on booking
Breakfast
Light aircraft + 4x4 game-drive vehicle on landing
Scheduled light-aircraft flight
Light-aircraft baggage limit: 15 kg per person in a soft bag, including hand luggage
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from endemic country
Modest dress respected in Stone Town & villages
Neutral greens and browns for game drives — avoid blue and black (tsetse flies)

You leave Arusha National Park with the sound of the plains still in your ears — and a standing invitation to come back for the season you missed.

Transparent pricing

Park & conservation fees included

Destination	Type	Per adult / day	Days	Per adult
Arusha National Park	Park entry fee	$60	1	$60
Tarangire National Park	Park entry fee	$75	3	$225
Lake Manyara National Park	Park entry fee	$60	1	$60
Ngorongoro Crater	Park entry fee	$295	1	$295
Serengeti National Park	Park entry fee	$250	3	$750
Total statutory fees per adult				$1,390

Children under 12 pay 50% and infants under 3 are free. Your proforma invoice itemises 16% VAT, the 2% catering levy and the 2% service charge separately.

What's included

All accommodation as listed, on the meal plan shown for each day
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-top roof, window seat guaranteed
Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout
Scheduled light-aircraft flights on the internal legs shown in the itinerary
All game drives and activities named in the itinerary
All park, reserve and conservation fees for the routed destinations
Airport meet-and-greet plus all transfers in the itinerary
Drinking water in the vehicle and camp laundry where offered
Flying-doctor evacuation cover (AMREF) for the safari days
24/7 in-country support line and a proforma invoice with every quote
Beach transfers and one guided marine excursion at the coast

Not included

International flights and airport departure taxes
Visa / e-TA fees and travel insurance (both mandatory)
Premium drinks, champagne and imported spirits
Optional extras: hot-air balloon, private guide, spa, diving
Tips for guides, camp staff and drivers (guidance provided pre-departure)
Personal shopping, telephone and anything not listed as included

What to pack

✦Neutral safari clothing — greens, browns, khaki (avoid blue and black)
✦Warm fleece and windproof layer for early-morning drives
✦Wide-brim hat, polarised sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen
✦Binoculars (one pair per person) and a zoom lens if you shoot
✦Insect repellent with DEET, plus antimalarials as advised by your doctor
✦Soft duffel bag of 15 kg per person for light-aircraft legs
✦Universal adaptor and a power bank — camp power is generator-timed
✦Copies of passport, insurance and yellow-fever certificate where required

Health & safety

✦Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for all safari areas — confirm with your doctor
✦Yellow-fever certificate required when entering from an endemic country
✦Camps are unfenced: always walk with an askari escort after dark
✦Never stand up or lean out of the vehicle during a sighting
✦Comprehensive travel insurance including medical evacuation is mandatory
✦Flying-doctor evacuation cover is included for your safari days

Good to know

✦Tanzania e-visa should be applied for at least 10 days before travel
✦Ngorongoro Crater descent is charged per vehicle per 6-hour period
✦Serengeti fees are levied on a 24-hour basis from the time of entry
✦18% VAT applies to Tanzanian park fees and is shown on your invoice
✦16% VAT, 2% catering levy and 2% service charge are itemised on your proforma invoice
✦Book 6–9 months ahead for July–October and the festive season
✦Drones are prohibited in national parks without a written permit
✦A deposit of 50% confirms your dates; the balance is due 45 days before travel

Your safari investment

$39,065

per adult · 13 Days / 12 Nights · Luxury

Includes 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser & guide

Choose your tier

Iconic camps with character — e.g. Mara Plains Camp

Travel start date

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Adults

Children

2–11 yrs

Infants

under 2

Subtotal$78,130

Auto discount (10%)− $7,813

Total$70,317

≈ $35,159 per person, all-inclusive

Included value

Selected accommodation and meal plan
Private transport and professional guide
Park and conservation fees
Government taxes and service charges

Highlights

What to expect

✦ Baobabs and elephant herds of Tarangire
✦ Groundwater forest and tree-climbing lions of Manyara
✦ A full day on the Ngorongoro Crater floor
✦ Seronera's big cats in the endless Serengeti
✦ Stone Town and the white beaches of Zanzibar
✦ Game drives first, then barefoot days on the Indian Ocean

Route

Start to finish

Start · Arusha Finish · Zanzibar

Start & stops
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Where you'll stay

Accommodation

Arusha
Arusha Coffee Lodge
City Hotel·$666/pp/night
4.5(155 traveller reviews)
Arrival night in Arusha before heading into the wild. Arusha Coffee Lodge is positioned for game viewing in Arusha, with wildlife moving through the surrounding plains and guides who know every corner of the area. Rated in our Premium category, expect polished service, a pool and à la carte dining.
Pool & spa accessPrivate verandaÀ la carte diningWi-Fi in tentLaundry service
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Tarangire
Sanctuary Swala
Tented Lodge·$1,040/pp/night
4.6(243 traveller reviews)
Luxury stay chosen for baobabs and elephant herds of tarangire. Sanctuary Swala is positioned for game viewing in Tarangire, with wildlife moving through the surrounding plains and guides who know every corner of the area. Rated in our Luxury category, expect hand-crafted suites, a private guide and all-inclusive dining.
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Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
Safari Lodge·$1,040/pp/night
4.6(109 traveller reviews)
Luxury stay chosen for groundwater forest and tree-climbing lions of manyara. Lake Manyara Tree Lodge is positioned for game viewing in Lake Manyara, with wildlife moving through the surrounding plains and guides who know every corner of the area. Rated in our Luxury category, expect hand-crafted suites, a private guide and all-inclusive dining.
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Ngorongoro Crater
The Highlands
Crater Lodge·$1,040/pp/night
4.7(64 traveller reviews)
Luxury stay chosen for a full day on the ngorongoro crater floor. The Highlands is positioned for game viewing in Ngorongoro Crater, with wildlife moving through the surrounding plains and guides who know every corner of the area. Rated in our Luxury category, expect hand-crafted suites, a private guide and all-inclusive dining.
Heated plunge bathPrivate guide & vehicleMini libraryCurated barBush spa
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Central Serengeti
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Safari Lodge·$1,040/pp/night
4.6(288 traveller reviews)
Luxury stay chosen for seronera's big cats in the endless serengeti. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti is positioned for game viewing in Central Serengeti, with wildlife moving through the surrounding plains and guides who know every corner of the area. Rated in our Luxury category, expect hand-crafted suites, a private guide and all-inclusive dining.
Heated plunge bathPrivate guide & vehicleMini libraryCurated barBush spa
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Zanzibar
Baraza Resort & Spa
Beach Resort·$1,040/pp/night
4.7(54 traveller reviews)
Luxury stay chosen for stone town and the white beaches of zanzibar. Baraza Resort & Spa is positioned for game viewing in Zanzibar, with wildlife moving through the surrounding plains and guides who know every corner of the area. Rated in our Luxury category, expect hand-crafted suites, a private guide and all-inclusive dining.
Heated plunge bathPrivate guide & vehicleMini libraryCurated barBush spa
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Limited 2026 dates

Best availability: Jul–Oct & Jan–Feb

Guest reviews & credentials

Why travellers trust us with the Grand Tanzania & Zanzibar: Wildlife Icons, Ocean Finale

“Our guide read the plains like a book — we were the only vehicle at a leopard sighting twice. Every transfer, camp and park fee was exactly as quoted.”

Amelia & Tom R. · London, UK

Maasai Mara · 6 nights

“Travelling with a 6-year-old and grandparents could have been chaos. Perch planned the driving days around nap times and picked family tents with connecting rooms.”

The Okoth Family · Nairobi, Kenya

Amboseli & Tsavo · 5 nights

“The migration timing advice was spot on. When one camp went full they moved us to a better one in the same conservancy at no extra cost, same day.”

Dr. Karin H. · Munich, Germany

Serengeti & Ngorongoro · 8 nights

KPSGA silver & gold guides

Every driver-guide is Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association certified, with 8+ years in the parks on your route.

Licensed tour operator

Registered with the Tourism Regulatory Authority (Kenya) and TALA-licensed operations in Tanzania.

AMREF Flying Doctors cover

Air-evacuation cover for every guest for the full duration of the safari, included in your rate.

Vehicle & safety standards

Serviced 4x4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs, first-aid kits, satellite comms and daily driver check-ins.

Transparent proforma pricing

Park fees, conservancy levies, 16% VAT, 2% catering levy and 2% service charge itemised before you pay.

4.9 / 5 guest rating

Across 380+ reviewed departures, with a 62% repeat-and-referral rate from past travellers.

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Grand Tanzania & Zanzibar: Wildlife Icons, Ocean Finale

13 Days / 12 Nights · from $12,020 pp

Grand Tanzania & Zanzibar: Wildlife Icons, Ocean Finale

The journey

What makes it different

Trip essentials

Detailed itinerary

Day 1 · Arrive in Arusha

Day 2 · Baobabs of Tarangire

Day 3 · Silale Swamp & walking safari

Day 4 · Lake Manyara forest

Day 5 · Up to the crater rim

Day 6 · Into the endless plains

Day 7 · Seronera River & kopjes

Day 8 · Serengeti balloon & finale

Day 9 · Island arrival

Day 10 · Stone Town & spice farm

Day 11 · Mnemba reef & dhow sunset

Day 12 · Zanzibar at leisure

Day 13 · Departure