More than any other destination, Tanzania is synonymous with safaris. Witness wildebeest stampeding across the plains, while elephants thunder by, and flamingoes pick their way daintily through the shallows. Sleepy coastal villages lie on powdery sands, and Mount Kilimanjaro provides a majestic backdrop to the northern plains. 

Just off the coast lies the island of Zanzibar, with some of the world's finest beaches, and richest marine life. Visit the Turtle Conservation Sanctuary, wander the streets of Stone Town, and spend your days swimming, snorkelling and more.

On this safari and beach holiday combo, you will witness the majestic animals that live in Tanzania's scenic national parks while also getting some time to relax on the shores of Zanzibar.

Choose your ideal duration:

Your 4-night tour will allow you to discover the treasures of Tanzania: meeting with a unique wildlife, discovering superb parks and reserves... Get ready for an unmissable trip that will end on the white beaches of Zanzibar to relax in peace.

Arrive at the Kilimanjaro airport. You will go through customs and police formalities. Your visa is to be obtained before arrival with a valid passport directly online at: https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/

You will be greeted at the airport by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Arusha is the safari capital of Tanzania, situated at the foot of Mount Meru, close to Kilimanjaro, Manyara, Tarangire and Ngorongoro National Parks, but also not far from the Serengeti. Just to the north, on the slopes of Mount Meru, is Arusha National Park. Built by the Germans as a centre of colonial administration because of the temperate climate, Arusha is a great place to relax for a day or two between your safaris.

Stay overnight at Four Points by Sheraton Arusha (or similar). You can add dinner on this night at the next stage of the booking process.

Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You will have a short briefing, and then you will take to the road in your 4x4 vehicle with your driver-guide for the Tarangire National Park.

Arrive in the Tarangire region, the least visited of the northern Tanzanian parks, but brimming with exceptional flora composed of nine types of vegetation, ranging from baobab to umbrella acacia. There is also a high density of animal life, especially along the Tarangire River.

Tarangire National Park covers an area of 2,600 square kilometres and is located in the Maasai steppe, not far from Lake Manyara and the Rift Valley. The landscape of Tarangire National Park is very different from other reserves. Situated at a much lower altitude, it benefits from a hot and humid climate which develops a great variety of vegetation, in particular, gigantic baobabs which are one of the attractions of this park. Tarangire is a wonderful place to visit in the dry season, due to the opportunity to see the animals head for the river to quench their thirst. The latest census is impressive: 30,000 impala, 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, 6,000 buffalo, just to name a few. It is also a park rich in cats and birds.

Have a picnic lunch in the park. Then, depart for your last safari in a savannah where impalas, zebras, giraffes and elephants are particularly numerous.

At the end of the day, depart for Karatu, where you will have dinner (excluding drinks) and stay overnight at The Retreat At Ngorongoro Lodge (or similar).

After breakfast, choose one of these 4 optional excursions (you can choose one for day 3 and one for day 4):

Excursion 1 - DAY SAFARI IN MANYARA PARK

Depart with your driver guide to Manyara National Park. Drive through the Masai steppe, dotted with many picturesque African villages, surrounded by maize fields, coffee plantations and banana plantations. You will spend a day on safari in Manyara National Park in search of elephants and giraffes, and may even get a glimpse of lions, perched in the trees!

Manyara National Park, 330 km2, is located on the main road to Ngorongoro and is renowned for its variety of landscapes and rich wildlife. You will first drive through a small acacia forest with numerous baboons and exotic birds before driving through the plains often populated by herds of buffalo and arriving at Lake Manyara. You can see many elephants, giraffes and sometimes lions basking on the branches of acacia trees, for which the park is famous! At certain times of the year, the area around the lake is populated by thousands of flamingos, as well as numerous pelicans, fish eagles, sacred ibises, crowned cranes and marabouts. Groups of hippos can be seen, sometimes out of the water. More than 400 species of birds live here - a real treat for birdwatchers.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park under the shade of the acacia trees.

Return to Karatu at the end of the day.

On your Tanzanian Safari, you will be accommodated in lodges or boutique hotels in Standard Rooms.

Your hotels during the safari:

- Arusha: Four Points by Sheraton Arusha (or similar)
- Karatu: The Retreat At Ngorongoro Lodge (or similar)

Depart with your driver guide to Manyara National Park. Drive through the Masai steppe, dotted with many picturesque African villages, surrounded by maize fields, coffee plantations and banana plantations. You will spend a day on safari in Manyara National Park in search of elephants and giraffes, and may even get a glimpse of lions, perched in the trees!

Depart with your driver guide and head east towards the Ngorongoro Crater. You will descend into the heart of the crater for a fantastic safari experience. The symbiosis between the mammals and this magnificent site is pure bliss and remains an unforgettable moment.

Depart with your driver guide to Lake Eyasi. This will be an opportunity to discover the life of the Datoga and Hadzabe, nomadic tribes, close to the South African bushmen. This tribe of hunter-gatherers, nomadic "bushmanoids" still exist in this region of the world. The Hadzabe are the last true nomadic tribe in Africa. While visiting them, you can observe the men during their daily hunting session, where they use traditional bows and arrows, or the women gathering fruits and berries.

Depart with your driver guide to Gibb's Farm, where you will explore the working farm with one of the staff as your guide. You will discover how the Karatu climate allows for exceptional coffee production. You will observe the drying and roasting process and finally enjoy a cup of coffee.

Located on a beachfront with dazzling Indian Ocean views, the Sultan Sands Island Resort 4* is a traditional African-style hotel with four-star facilities. Make yourself comfortable in one of the modern cottages and spend your time sunbathing on a sun lounger by the pool, relaxing at the spa and dining on sumptuous meals at one of the two restaurants.

The Pwani Room is situated on elevated grounds within landscaped gardens and faces the ocean. The room is decorated in bright colours and comes equipped with modern amenities, separate dressing areas and a superbly appointed en-suite bathroom.

The Bahari Room is sea facing and close to the beach. The room is spacious with either one large or two queen-size beds with mosquito nets. The Bahari Rooms all share their own private plunge pool, allowing you to unwind without having to go far from your room.

This offer is based on a Half Board stay (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).

Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included in your board basis and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.

For an even more indulging stay, upgrade to Full Board Basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks) or All Inclusive (breakfast, lunch and evening meal with a selection of snacks and drinks) at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee.

Relax by the outdoor pool before heading to the beach to unwind to the sounds of the waves, just a short walk from your hotel. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy the blue waters of the Indian Ocean! Then, try your hand at scuba diving, windsurfing or working on your forehand on the tennis court.

You can also rent bikes to explore the surrounding area. Once you've finished your ride, there's nothing like a massage at the spa to truly get into the holiday spirit.

Arusha is a city of northern Tanzania surrounded by some of Africa's most famous landscapes and national parks. Beautifully situated below Mount Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, it has a pleasant climate and is close to Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, and Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as having its own Arusha National Park on Mount Meru.

The historic spice island of Zanzibar lies just off the coast of Tanzania, and promises everyone a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience, whether that be at the tail end of a thrilling safari or independently as an island adventure. Zanzibar caters for every traveller, whether that be those looking to backpack on a budget, or those interested in enjoying a luxurious and exotic getaway.

In terms of attractions, Zanzibar is as varied as it is beautiful, ensuring guests in search of diversity are constantly surprised. Stone Town should be number 1 on any tourist's bucket list. Charismatic, full of life and rich in history and culture, the quaint, cobbled streets of Stone Town are a delight to explore and offer up no end of treats, including the relaxed seafront promenade, the faded colonial buildings, the colourful food markets and unique touches such as the Aldabra giant tortoises at Prison Island (a short 30-minute boat ride from Stone Town itself). Given its historical focus on the spice industry, an informative spice tour is also highly recommended!

For those who simply wish to lay back, soak up the sunshine and unwind with a cocktail in hand, Zanzibar's many beaches are also destined to delight. Favourites include Nungwi and Kendwa in the north of the island, where tourists are sure to be awe-struck by an untouched Indian Ocean paradise.