15-days in Tanzania and Zanzibar
- Adult
15-day trip in Tanzania and Zanzibar: Responsible and positive impact tourism
Experience an enriching 15 days in Tanzania and Zanzibar, where adventure, culture, and sustainability intertwine. Begin with an exciting safari through the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, home to Tanzania’s iconic wildlife. Spend two days around Momella, a rural area where the NGO works to improve the lives of the Meru and Maasai communities. Immerse yourself in local culture and see firsthand the impact of sustainable development projects.
Continue to the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, where you’ll relax in eco-friendly lodges, explore Stone Town, and enjoy a Blue Safari around the island. This journey offers an unforgettable mix of safari, cultural interaction, and relaxation, perfect for eco-conscious travelers seeking Tanzania and Zanzibar holidays that make a difference.
First part of the 15-day trip in Tanzania: Immersive tourism with the Maasai culture and a 5-day safari.
During the first 10 days, we will explore northern Tanzania, starting with a 5-day safari through its most iconic national parks. Following this, we will spend 3 days engaging in immersive and respectful tourism with the Maasai community. We’ll also dedicate 2 days to visiting local projects supported by NGOs in the Arusha region, such as schools, medical centers, workshops, and orphanages. This experience offers a deeper understanding of how sustainable travel can positively impact communities and promote real development, leaving a lasting, positive footprint.
5-Day Safari Exploring Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara
During the Safari we will visit the most important parks of the northern circuit: Serengeti National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
These five days will allow us to see countless animals and, with a little luck, the Big Five, the 5 big ones of the African savannah: the lion, the elephant, the buffalo, the leopard and the rhinoceros. We will enjoy the immensity of the Serengeti, spending two nights inside the park and the spectacular Ngorongoro crater, an ancient volcano, called the “volcano of Eden”, where thousands of animals now live in total harmony.
In this tour, the accommodation during the safari days is in camping sites. However, it is possible to do the same tour staying in hotels during those 5 days of safari as well. Please contact us via Whatsapp!
Masai Immersion: responsible, supportive and regenerative tourism
The Maasai immersion will take place near Ngare Nanyuki in Arusha, where the local Maasai community, with support from our partner NGO, has built a lodge for travelers to experience their culture authentically. In this way, they flee from the tourist circuits that pass through villages en masse, creating a strong dependence on this type of transient tourism. Thus, they can teach us about their culture, go deeper into it, even invite us to their homes and above all, direct and decide the activities you will do. This is very different from the Maasai tourist settlements, where they simply wait for a jeep with tourists to pass by to see what handicrafts they can sell, having to divide what they receive between the driver, guide, translator…
Key Differences Between Responsible Tourism and Mass Tourism
This simple choice makes a significant impact. By staying here, you respect the Maasai way of life and ensure that your money directly supports their community, without causing harmful disruption. Your stay contributes to equity, fair distribution of benefits, and a direct positive impact on the local population, helping to preserve their culture and promote sustainable tourism.
The Maasai will introduce you to their culture and traditions, offering the chance to stay in an authentic Maasai “boma” with a local family. However, your main accommodation will be at the Maasai Lodge, where traditional Maasai houses, or bomas, are equipped with modern European comforts, including hot water, electricity, and private bathrooms. The lodge combines stunning ethnic decor with complete tranquility, offering breathtaking views of the savannah for a truly unique and serene experience.
For three days with the Maasai community, we will wake up to breathtaking views, with Mount Kilimanjaro in front of us and Mount Meru behind us. It’s a truly magical and unforgettable setting.
Another highlight: the cuisine you’ll enjoy is healthy, varied, locally sourced, and absolutely delicious—an experience you won’t forget. The lodge also emphasizes sustainability, with a strong commitment to environmental awareness. There are no plastics, solar energy is used, and disposable products are avoided, all of which enhance the quality of your stay.
The Second Part of Our 15-Day Trip in Tanzania: Sun and Relaxation on Zanzibar Island’s Beaches
The second part of your 15 days in Tanzania and Zanzibar will be spent on the stunning beaches of Zanzibar, known for their crystal-clear waters. You’ll have time to relax and explore, wandering through Stone Town and charming coastal villages. Enjoy the island’s vibrant marine life, spot dolphins near the sandbanks, and savor its spice-infused cuisine. Sustainability remains a priority, as you’ll stay in eco-friendly lodges that are designed with the environment in mind, ensuring your Tanzania and Zanzibar holidays are both enjoyable and responsible.
Zanzibar Island
In the second part of our 15-day trip through Tanzania and Zanzibar, we’ll explore Zanzibar Island independently, enjoying the laid-back vibe and the charm of its capital, Stone Town. For the first two nights, we’ll stay in Stone Town, giving us a full day to immerse ourselves in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The rest of the trip will be at our own pace, with no guides, allowing us to fully relax and savor the island’s beauty and culture on our own terms.
What to see in Stone Town
Stone Town is a fascinating city for several reasons:
- For being a strategic point of the spice route.
- Unfortunately, it played a key role in the slave trade, a history worth learning about.
- It boasts a rich blend of cultures and religions that have coexisted for centuries.
- It’s the birthplace of Freddie Mercury, with a small museum dedicated to him (entry is around $10).
- The lively local market.
- Its beautiful old town, filled with narrow streets and shops selling kangas, kitenges, and other traditional products.
Our stay in Jambiani, a relaxed beach town away from the touristy
For the last three nights of our 15-day trip to Tanzania, we’ll stay in Jambiani at our favorite eco-friendly hotel in Zanzibar. Located right on the beach, the hotel is environmentally sustainable and features two breathtaking swimming pools. The delicious breakfasts are sure to delight and complete the perfect end to your stay.
In Jambiani, we will be able to relax after a few intense days. For those seeking activity, the village and nearby hotels offer options like concerts, yoga, African dance, and kite-surfing. Nearby, you can explore the Swahili Cave, Jozani Park, and visit neighboring villages like Paje, Kizimkazi, or Pingwe.
On the final day, a driver will take us to the airport for our journey home.
If you’d prefer the same trip without the Zanzibar portion, there’s a -> 10-day trip to Tanzania available.
Duration
15 Days
Group Size
Private group
Language
English
Included
- In Tanzania: Full board accommodation
- In Tanzania: Private Guide / Driver with 4x4 Jeep
- Mineral water
- Transfers between hotels
- Transfers to Kilimanjaro Airport and Zanzibar Airport
- Tickets to the National Parks mentioned in the program
- In Zanzibar: Bed and breakfast
Excluded
- International flights
- Internal flight Arusha - Zanzibar
- In Zanzibar: Lunches and Dinners
- In Zanzibar: Activities mentioned in the program
Travel Itinerary: 15 days in Tanzania & Zanzibar
Pick up from Kilimanjaro Airport and visit to Momella
We will be picked up from Kilimanjaro Airport and drive through rural Tanzania to Momella, where we will spend the first night at Hillside Retreat. Hillside Retreat is a beautiful lodge owned by the NGO we collaborate with. Very well cared for and with sustainability policies in all its facilities and services.We’ll take the day to relax and recharge for the remainder of the trip.
- Lunch, Dinner
We visit the NGO projects
After breakfast, we will visit the NGO. There we will be able to see the whole project: the medical centre, the primary and secondary schools, and the social projects that are carried out, such as the sewing workshop with typical Tanzanian fabrics. After lunch there, we will go to the orphanage and spend time with the children. In the afternoon, we will return to Hillside Retreat, with time to rest and prepare for dinner, which will be served in our own room! A real luxury.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Safari Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, we’ll head to Tarangire National Park! Tarangire is one of the places with the largest elephant population in Tanzania. From the moment we enter, expect to spot these majestic giants in the wild - time to get your camera ready! At sunset, we will drive to our accommodation: the Tarangire National Park camping area. Our guides will set up the tent for us on arrival and prepare dinner for us to enjoy nature and relax.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Safari Day 2: Serengueti National Park
We will get up for breakfast and drive about 4.5 hours to the Serengeti National Park. We will enter the park in the afternoon. This is the place to see the Big Five and if lucky, enjoy the natural spectacle of the Great Migration. We will go to the Serengeti Campground for an unforgettable night experience in the savannah.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Safari Day 3: Serengueti National Park
We get up early to enjoy a whole day in the Serengeti, after breakfast, we would never finish it! Ready to see lions, zebras, giraffes, gazelles, leopards, elephants, wildebeests or hippos? We go back to the camping area, have dinner and rest after a very intense day!
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Safari Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, we will go to a unique place in the world: the Ngorongoro Crater Protected Area. We will spend the whole day there, in the crater, enjoying a colourful spectacle where we will be able to appreciate how all the animals live in complete harmony. Later we will go to the viewpoint, where we will be able to see the dimensions of this wonderful place. In the afternoon, we will go to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area campsite to enjoy the calm and toast with a Tanzanian beer while the sun goes down!
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Safari Day 5: Lake Manyara
We visit Lake Manyara, a smaller, protected area, which allows us to be closer to the animals when we come across them - giraffes and elephants will accompany us all the way! We arrive at our next destination: Original Maasai Lodge - the Maasai cultural immersion begins! A delicious dinner awaits us, and a room in a modernised boma at Maasai Lodge, with all the comforts and yet 100% sustainable. You won't be able to take your eyes off the thousands of stars!
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Immersive tourism with the Maasai.
After breakfast, we go on a nature walk with our Maasai guide. He will show us different types of plants and their healing qualities, talk to us about how insects and different trees interact, and we can ask him anything we can think of about his language, culture or beliefs. We will have lunch at the lodge to enjoy another typical recipe and go to visit the projects in the Maasai area. In the afternoon, we will be taught how to throw the spear for hunting, learn about their dance rituals, dance with them as the sun goes down, and have dinner around the fire, where we can talk and learn more about their culture. We will sleep at the Maasai Lodge.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Massai Day
Today, we will become Maasai for a day. We will wake up and our Maasai guides will provide us with traditional Maasai clothing to begin our walk to an authentic Maasai boma. The walk can last anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on our physical condition. Along the way, we’ll collect plants to use for cooking later.Upon arrival, we’ll experience daily life with a Maasai family, helping prepare a barbecue and sharing the meal. We’ll also participate in a Maasai crafts workshop, making a necklace or bracelet as a keepsake.After lunch and several activities with the family, we’ll have the option to return to the lodge for dinner and rest after a full day. For the more adventurous, there’s the option to stay overnight with the Maasai in the boma, without the comforts of the Western world.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bush Breakfast and farewell to the Maasai community.
Last day in this corner of the planet - let's make the most of it! We are going to have breakfast in the middle of the African steppe, what is known here as a "bush breakfast". This image, eating in the middle of nowhere, with our guide who has accompanied us every day, will stay with us forever. We will return in plenty of time to pack our bags. We will say goodbye, and we will be taken to the airport (1h 30 min). We will take a flight to Zanzibar. The flight is not included in the price of the trip, it costs about 100 usd per person. At the airport we will be picked up and taken to the hotel where we will stay for two nights in Stone Town. From this day on, dinner and lunch are not included in the trip and it will be up to the traveller to choose where to have dinner or lunch and the cost will be at his own expense.
- Breakfast
Zanzibar: Stone Town
Today we will spend the day visiting Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We can visit the spice market, get lost in the streets of Stone Town, or visit the museum of the city where Freddie Mercury was born. The cost of visits, such as museums, are not included in the price. We will stay in a 4 star hotel with breakfast included.
- Breakfast
Jambiani
Today we will be picked up from the hotel and after breakfast we will drive to Jambiani, one of the most beautiful villages in the east of Zanzibar. We will stay in an eco-lodge, located in front of the beach and with two breathtaking swimming pools.
- Breakfast
Jambiani
We took the opportunity to get to know the surroundings and enjoy the beaches in front of the hotel. One of the star activities is the Blue Safari, which consists of going to see dolphins, snorkelling in a coral reef and eating lobster on a sandbank far from everything. Highly recommended! (Activity not included in the price).
- Breakfast
Jambiani
Full day to relax, read a book, explore the island or do one of the other activities available in the area, such as dance classes, yoga or kite-surfing (activities not included in the price).
- Breakfast
Bye Bye Zanzibar
After breakfast or at an agreed time, we will be picked up and driven to Zanzibar airport for our return flight.Bye Bye Zanzibar!
- Breakfast
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15-day tour in Tanzania & Zanzibar -> Terms & Conditions
The child rate applies to ages 5 to 12.
Please inquire about prices for children aged 13 to 17 and for children under 5.
These prices are based on a couple of adults or a couple traveling with children.
In the case of a single adult traveling with a child, the child rate is not applicable and will need to be adjusted. If this is your situation, please contact us for the final prices.