Are you planning to have a long mixed holiday in Tanzania where you will explore all the top destinations of the country. from visiting northern circuit of the country where you will visit places like Serengeti national park, Ngorongoro conservation area, heading toward lake Victoria in Mwanza city to visiting the Zanzibar beaches for relaxation and explore the city great history.

summary itinerary

Day 1-2: Arrival in Arusha

Day 3-5: Tarangire National Park

Day 6-8: Lake Manyara National Park

Day 7-8: Explore lake Manyara national park

Day 9-12: Ngorongoro Crater & Highlands

Day 13-17: Serengeti National Park

Day 18-20: Lake Victoria (Mwanza)

Day 21-24: Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani

Day 25-28: Mikumi National Park

Day 29-30: Dar es Salaam

detailed itinerary

1. Day1–2

   Arrival in Arusha

2. Day1

   Arrival to Arusha

   Arrive in Arusha, After your arrival, you can rest and take a light city tour to explore the local culture.

3. Day2

   Visit the Arusha National Park

   It’s known for its diverse wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, and flamingos, and the stunning backdrop of Mount Meru.

4. Day3–5

   Tarangire National Park

5. Day3

   Depart for Tarangire National Park

   famous for its massive elephant herds. You can enjoy a game drive, and possibly a night safari.

6. Day4–5

   explore Tarangire

   Explore Tarangire at a leisurely pace, with morning and afternoon game drives to see elephants, lions, and other animals. Optional: A visit to the Maasai villages nearby for a cultural experience.

7. Day6–8

   Lake Manyara National Park

8. Day6

   Drive to Lake Manyara National Park (around 2-3 hours).

   Known for its tree­ climbing lions and flamingos, you can enjoy the variety of landscapes here.

9. Day7–8

   Explore lake Manyara national park

   Explore the park and take a boat ride on Lake Manyara to spot hippos, water birds, and the lush surroundings.

10. Day9–12

    Ngorongoro Crater & Highlands

11. Day9

    Depart for Ngorongoro Crater (about 2 hours).

    This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet.

    

12. Day10–11

    Explore the Ngorongoro crater

    Explore the Ngorongoro Crater and its amazing wildlife, including rhinos, buffaloes, and lions.

13. Day12

    Ngorongoro highlands visit

    Take a day trip to the Ngorongoro Highlands and visit traditional Hadzabe tribes.

14. Day13–17

    Serengeti National Park

15. Day13

    Transfer to Serengeti national park

    Head towards the famous Serengeti National Park (about 4-5 hours). This park is known for its annual wildebeest migration and vast plains filled with wildlife.

16. Day14–16

    Game drive at Serengeti national park

    Enjoy a series of game drives in Serengeti, including early morning and evening drives. The Serengeti is great for spotting the “Big Five”: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos.

17. Day17

    Hot air balloon at Serengeti

    Take a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti, if you’re interested in a unique view of the park.

18. Day18–20

    Lake Victoria (Mwanza)

19. Day18

    Transfer to Lake Victoria

    Depart from Serengeti and drive to Lake Victoria (approximately 6 hours). Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa, and you can relax by the lake or take boat trips.

20. Day19–20

    Explore Mwanza

    Explore the city of Mwanza, take a boat ride to Rubondo Island for bird watching, or visit Saanane Island National Park for a wildlife experience.

21. Day21–24

    Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani

22. Day21

    Visit Kilwa Kisiwani

    Drive towards the coastal town of Kilwa Kisiwani (about 5-6 hours). Known for its historical ruins and ancient Swahili architecture, this area is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

23. Day22–24

    Visit the Kilwa Kisiwani Ruins

    Visit the Kilwa Kisiwani Ruins, explore the island, and relax on its pristine beaches.

24. Day25–28

    Mikumi National Park

25. Day25

    Transfer to Mikumi National Park

    Depart for Mikumi National Park, which is around 5-6 hours from Kilwa. This park is less crowded than the northern parks and offers an excellent safari experience.

26. Day26–28

    Explore Mikumi National Park

    Explore Mikumi’s wildlife, including elephants, lions, zebras, and antelope. It’s a great spot for walking safaris with local guides and optional cultural tours.

27. Day29–30

    Dar es Salaam

28. Day29

    Transfer to Dar es Salaam

    Arrive in Dar es Spend your day relaxing at Coco Beach or exploring local markets and attractions like The National Museum and Mwenge Craft Market.

29. Day30

    relaxation and transfer to airport

    Slow day/ Relaxing in Dar es Salaam. That will spell the end of your 30 day Tanzania safari  adventure.

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