8 days
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Meet & Transfer
Upon arrival in Tanzania, you will be welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel. This day is mainly for rest after your journey. Your guide will give you a full briefing about the safari schedule, safety tips, and what to expect in Mikumi and Zanzibar.
Overnight stay in hotel for relaxation and preparation
Day 2: Transfer to Mikumi National Park
After breakfast, you begin your journey to Mikumi National Park. The drive passes through scenic landscapes, local villages, and rolling countryside.
On arrival, you check in at your lodge or tented camp. In the afternoon, you may enjoy a short introductory game drive where you can already spot giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and elephants in the open plains.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge surrounded by nature sounds.
Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park
Today is dedicated to a full exploration of Mikumi National Park. You will start early in the morning when wildlife is most active. The park’s open savannah makes it easy to spot animals such as elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos.
You will visit waterholes and river areas where animals gather in large numbers. Your guide will help track predators like lions and hyenas, especially during hunting or resting times.
A picnic lunch will be served inside the park at a safe designated area. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Morning Safari & Cultural Experience
Start your day with an early morning game drive when predators are most active and the light is perfect for photography.
After breakfast, you may relax at the lodge or take an optional visit to a nearby village to experience local culture, traditional lifestyles, and interaction with communities around Tanzania. In the afternoon, enjoy leisure time at the lodge, swimming, or nature viewing before dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Mikumi – Zanzibar Transfer
After breakfast, you check out and transfer to the airstrip or airport for your flight to Zanzibar.Upon arrival, you are transferred to your beach resort. The rest of the day is free for relaxation on the white sandy beaches, swimming in the Indian Ocean, or enjoying sunset views.Dinner and overnight stay at beach hotel.
Day 6: Full Day Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Enjoy a full day of relaxation in Zanzibar.You can swim in crystal-clear waters, sunbathe on white sandy beaches, or enjoy optional water activities such as snorkeling, dhow sailing, or beach walking.This day is designed for rest after your safari adventure in Mikumi.
Day 7: Stone Town Tour & Spice Farm Experience
After breakfast, you explore the cultural heart of Zanzibar.Visit historic Stone Town, a UNESCO-style heritage area known for its narrow streets, old architecture, and rich history. You will also visit spice farms where you can see, smell, and taste spices such as cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.In the afternoon, return to your beach hotel for relaxation and sunset views.
Day 8: Final Beach Relaxation & Departure
Enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar with a relaxed breakfast by the beach. Depending on your flight time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari and beach holiday in Tanzania.
Return airport transfers in Tanzania
Domestic flight between mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar (if applicable)
All ground transport in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof during safari
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Park entry fees for Mikumi National Park
3 nights accommodation during safari (lodge or tented camp)
4 nights beach resort accommodation in Zanzibar
All meals during safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Daily breakfast at Zanzibar beach hotel
Drinking water during game drives
Unlimited game drives in Mikumi National Park as per itinerary
Cultural tour (Stone Town & spice farm visit) in Zanzibar
Government taxes and conservation fees
Basic first aid and emergency support during safari
International flights to and from Tanzania
Tanzania visa fees
Travel insurance (highly recommended but not included)
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, and snacks
Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless stated in hotel meal plan)
Tips for safari guide, driver, hotel staff, and porters
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., diving, deep-sea fishing, extra excursions in Zanzibar)
Extra accommodation before or after the tour in Tanzania or Zanzibar
Medical expenses or emergency evacuation coverage
Why Choose 8 Days Mikumi Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday
This 8 Days Mikumi Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday in Tanzania is the perfect choice for travelers who want a complete combination of wildlife adventure and tropical relaxation in one seamless journey.
One of the biggest advantages is the balance between two iconic destinations: the wildlife-rich plains of Mikumi National Park and the stunning beaches of Zanzibar. In Mikumi, you experience exciting game drives with elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and hippos in their natural habitat. In Zanzibar, you unwind on white sandy beaches, swim in turquoise waters, and enjoy island culture and history.
This tour is also ideal because it offers a well-paced itinerary, giving you enough time for both safari exploration and beach relaxation without feeling rushed. You enjoy multiple game drives in Mikumi at different times of day for better wildlife sightings, followed by several days of relaxation and optional activities in Zanzibar.
Another key benefit is the diversity of experiences. You move from classic African savannah landscapes to a tropical Indian Ocean island, making the journey highly varied and memorable. It is perfect for honeymooners, families, photographers, and first-time visitors to Tanzania.
Overall, this package offers the best of both worlds—adventure, comfort, nature, and relaxation—making it one of the most popular safari and beach combinations in Tanzania.
Best Time to Visit 8 Days Mikumi Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday
The best time to enjoy an 8 Days Mikumi Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday in Tanzania, covering Mikumi National Park and Zanzibar, is during the dry season from June to October. During this period, wildlife viewing in Mikumi is at its best because animals gather around water sources, making it easier to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and hippos during game drives. The weather is also sunny and comfortable, with clear skies ideal for photography and safari activities.
Another excellent time is from January to March, when the landscape is green and beautiful after the rains. This season offers great conditions for photography, fewer tourists, and good wildlife sightings. In Zanzibar, the beaches are warm and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and other water activities.
The rainy seasons from April to May and November are considered low season. While some safari roads may be muddy and wildlife slightly harder to spot, this period offers lower prices, fewer crowds, and very lush green scenery both in Mikumi and Zanzibar.
Overall, the 8 Days Mikumi Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is a year-round destination, but the dry season remains the most recommended for the best balance of wildlife viewing, beach relaxation, and travel comfort.
