8-Days Zanzibar & Safari Midrange Adventure from Addis Ababa 2026-2027

8-Days Zanzibar & Safari Midrange Adventure from Addis Ababa Highlights:

• Day 1: Arrival in Zanzibar, beach relaxation
• Day 2: Stone Town & Spice Tour
• Day 3: Prison Island & Sunset Dhow Cruise
• Day 4: Flight Zanzibar to Arusha
• Day 5: Full-day Serengeti Safari
• Day 6: Morning Serengeti, transfer to Ngorongoro
• Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater safari, return to Arusha
• Day 8: Flight Arusha to Addis Ababa

Overview

 This 8-day adventure from Addis Ababa is designed for travelers who want both comfort and value while experiencing the best of Tanzania. You will spend the first 3 days in Zanzibar, enjoying sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and cultural treasures. Stay at a comfortable midrange beach hotel where you can relax between adventures. Explore Stone Town with its winding alleys and lively markets, visit a spice farm where you’ll see, smell, and taste the island’s famous crops, and take a boat trip to Prison Island to see giant tortoises before enjoying a magical sunset dhow cruise. After your island experience, you’ll fly to Arusha, the safari capital, where your wildlife journey begins. Over 4 days, you’ll explore the Serengeti’s endless plains, home to lions, elephants, giraffes, and wildebeests, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder packed with wildlife. With reliable lodges, guided group safaris, delicious meals, and seamless travel, this itinerary gives you the best of Zanzibar and Tanzania at an affordable midrange level.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Zanzibar – Beach Relaxation

Arrive in Zanzibar from Addis Ababa and meet your driver for transfer to your beach hotel. This is your chance to settle in, relax by the sea, and take in the warm tropical atmosphere. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a freshly prepared dinner with the ocean breeze around you.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Zanzibar Midrange Beach Hotel

Day 2: Explore Stone Town & Spice Tour

After breakfast, you’ll explore Stone Town on a guided tour. Walk through historic streets, visit the Old Fort, and discover the bustling markets. In the afternoon, you’ll head to a spice plantation where you will see how cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon are grown, tasting fresh spices along the way. You’ll return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Zanzibar Midrange Beach Hotel

Day 3: Prison Island & Sunset Dhow Cruise

This morning, you’ll take a short boat ride to Prison Island, home to giant tortoises and beautiful beaches. You’ll have time to explore and swim before heading back to your hotel. In the evening, you will join a sunset dhow cruise where you’ll sail along the coast, enjoy the ocean breeze, and watch the sky change colors as the sun sets.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Zanzibar Midrange Beach Hotel

Day 4: Flight to Arusha – Safari Gateway

After breakfast, you’ll transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight to Arusha. On arrival, you’ll be greeted by your safari driver-guide and transferred to your lodge. Take the rest of the day to relax and prepare for your safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Midrange Lodge

Day 5: Serengeti National Park Safari

Day 6: Serengeti Game Drive – Endless Plains

Spend the full day exploring the Serengeti. You’ll go on morning and afternoon game drives, maximizing your chances of spotting predators and herds of wildlife. With your guide, you’ll discover the rhythm of the savannah and enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Midrange Safari Lodge

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha

This morning, you’ll leave the Serengeti and travel to Ngorongoro. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive, where you can spot the Big Five and many other animals in this unique natural setting. Afterward, you’ll drive back to Arusha for your final night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Midrange Lodge

Day 8: Departure – Return to Addis Ababa

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Arusha Airport for your return flight to Addis Ababa. Your safari and beach holiday has come to an end, but you’ll take home unforgettable memories.
Meals: Breakfast

Includes

• Airport transfers in Zanzibar & Arusha
• Domestic flight Zanzibar – Arusha – Addis Ababa
• 3 nights in Zanzibar midrange beach hotel
• 4 nights in midrange safari lodges (Arusha, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
• All meals as mentioned (B, L, D)
• Guided tours in Zanzibar (Stone Town, Spice Farm, Prison Island, Sunset Dhow Cruise)
• Game drives in 4x4 safari vehicle (shared, with pop-up roof)
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• All Park and conservation fees

Excludes

• International flights Addis Ababa – Zanzibar & return
• Visa fees for Tanzania
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guides and hotel staff
• Drinks, laundry, and personal expenses