A 11 -Day Tanzania Safari Adventure
Majestic Tanzania(11 Days)
Great Migration + Serengeti + Ngorongoro Crater + Humanitarian
11 Days / 10 Nights (plus optional 5 night Zanzibar add-on)
An Epic Adventure Awaits
Witness the Great Migration as 1.5 million wildebeest roam the Serengeti as they follow the rains. Explore the ancient legendary volcanic Ngorongoro crater, walk on treetop canopies watching monkey swing in the trees, soar over the Serengeti savanna in a hot air balloon (optional add-on), take a 90 min stroll with some giraffes, make your own cup of coffee from bean to cup, get a photo with an iconic baobab tree, witness the rare tree-climbing lions, and MORE!
5 Day Zanzibar add-on
Zanzibar is an island off the coast of Tanzania – and this is where the animal interactions are. Instead of flying home on day 11, you’ll fly to Zanzibar where you’ll be able to relax on white pristine beaches and play in the year round warm waters of the picturesque Indian Ocean. You’ll stay 5 days / 4 nights at a beachfront hotel. We’ll visit an accredited animal sanctuary where you’ll swim with otters, love on a cheetah, zebra, bush babies, lemurs, and more! We’ll also visit a spice farm, explore the UNESCO culture and slave history of Stone Town, and pet some giant tortoises! Your flight from mainland Tanzania to Zanzibar and back again is included.
The normal tour (11 days) plus the add-on (4 nights in Zanzibar) makes it a total of 15 days from landing to take-off.
ADVENTURES
- See hundreds to thousands of Wildebeest on the plains of the Serengeti
- Possibly witness a Wildebeest river crossing with crocodiles
- Adventure to some animals who only come out at night on a Night Safari
- Explore Tarangire National Park to witness the rare tree climbing lions and massive baobab trees
- Adventure in the world famous ancient volcano UNESCO site of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Roam Lake Manyara National Park watching the birds, hippos, and flamingos
- Safari in Arusha National Park with forest monkeys including the blue monkey
- Stroll with Giraffes in their natural habitat
- Walk on rope bridges in the treetops and see animals above and below
- Visit a local village at the foot of a mountain
- Visit the "Cradle of Mankind" with earliest evidence of Homo Sapien existence
- Make your own coffee from bean to cup
- Taste honey from local rare bees
- Gift supplies to some local villagers
- Receive some Highlight Photos of your tour as a THANK YOU gift from us (in digital form)
- ****INCLUDED in the 4 Night Zanzibar Add-On****
- Stay 4 nights in a beachfront hotel
- Relax on the white sands of the Zanzibar island
- Swim with sea turtles at a rehab sanctuary
- Swim with otters
- Pet a cheetah, feed a zebra, and play with lemurs at an accredited sanctuary
- Play in the warm Indian Ocean
- Safari for two days in the world famous Serengeti savanna scouting for the BIG 5
- **OPTIONAL ADD-ONS**
- Soar over the vast grasslands of the Serengeti in a hot air balloon with champagne breakfast (included in Luxury Tour)
- Dine in "the Bush" of the Serengeti (included in Luxury Tour)
- Start your journey to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Connect with each other
- Sightsee or Sleep
Day 1 is your arrival day. Karibu Tanzania! (Welcome to Tanzania)! Once you’ve landed you will be met at airport for a private transfer to your hotel to rest and unwind. If your flight arrives earlier in the day, we’ll explore some local sites and give you your first taste of Tanzania. If you arrive in the evening or feel the effects of travel, we’ll head straight to your hotel, where you can unwind and rest in preparation for the adventures ahead.
- See Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Explore Arusha National Park
After breakfast we’ll drive to the view spot to see the tallest Mountain in all of Africa. Standing at 19,341 ft (5,895 m), Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest LONE MOUNTAIN in the world (not in a chain). I often joke that we haven’t seen any dwarves or dragons here yet though 😉 After some amazing photos and views, we’ll drive to Arusha National Park (over an hour away) where we’ll have our first official Safari.
Arusha National Park is located on the foothills of Mount Meru making it a treasure of wildlife and changing scenery. First we’ll be in a deep jungle home to blue monkeys, colorful turacos, trogons, and the white & black colobus monkeys. In the north the scenery changes to rolling hills and the tranquil Momela lake. Bright pink flamingos migrate here and there are usually herds of zebra and giraffes nearby. Though this is particular park does not have elephants and lions, the scenery and the many other animals make it a must!
- Arusha Day Tour
- Make your own Coffee
- Visit a local village
- Taste rare Honey and exotic spices
- Humanitarian Gift
Today is our culture day. For one day, you’ll be immersed into what life is like in another part of the world. We’ll go at a leisurely pace as we visit a village at the foot of Mt. Meru, make our own cup of coffee from bean-to-cup, savor some exotic spices, and taste some rare medicinal honey from the local bees.
This is also where we’ll be giving our humanitarian gift. We will come with some basic supplies (already included) to gift to some locals here in the village or the local orphanage. Not only is it heartwarming, we feel it is important to give back to the communities that welcome us into their part of the our world.
- Stroll with Giraffes
- Drive to Lake Manyara
- Treetop Walkways
- Safari around Lake Manyara
After breakfast, we’ll take a 90 min stroll with giraffes. This experience will be an educational journey on conversation efforts as well as a wonderful experience watching these majestic animals thrive in their natural habitat.
Afterwards we’ll drive a couple hours to a smaller and a lesser-known game reserve called Lake Manyara National Park. It’s more of a diamond in the rough. Lake Manyara has a high concentration of elephants – some of the largest herds anywhere on earth! We’ll also have a chance to see some of the rare tree-climbing lions here! Inside the park is a treetop canopy walk where we’ll experience untouched nature and wildlife from a unique perspective. The lake itself is home to over 400 species of birds including flamingoes, pelicans, and other waterbirds – fifty of them are birds of prey.
- Two days in Tarangire National Park
- Go on a Night Safari
On one of the evenings, we’ll head out on a Night Safari where you’ll be able to see the animals that ONLY come out at night – aardvarks, badgers, civets, etc. Plus, the animals that are less elusive during the nighttime hours, like rhinos. This is not usually available and this is one of the most perfect parks for this because of all the wildlife concentrated here and the lake. (Please make sure you bring a jacket or packable down and a warm hat. It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, it can get cold and night and we’ll be in an open vehicle during this safari).
- Adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater
Today we’re going to venture into the legendary UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater. Named by Maasai farmers after the sound of the cow bells when herding cattle across the plains, ngoro ngoro, Here, you’ll find yourself inside an ancient volcanic caldera, surrounded by 2,000-foot (600-meter) cliffs. At 102 sq miles (10×12) (264 sq km), it is the largest intact caldera in the world that isn’t full of water. The walls are so high they have essentially cut off the inside from the rest of the world allowing the creation of its own biodiversity inside.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is also home to some of the densest mammal populations on earth. Parts of the crater are covered in dense forest while most of the northern end is grassy plains – this is where the animals converge in great numbers. The crater is home to herds of zebra, wildebeest, gazelles, and lions. Its also one of the last places in the world you can see the critically endangered black rhino in the wild – there are approximately 60 living here. You’ll be immersed into a world where both you and the wildlife are within the vast, breathtaking embrace of this natural wonder.
- Olduwai Gorge
- “Cradle of Mankind”
- Drive to Serengeti
In the morning, we’ll drive into the world famous plains of the Serengeti. Along the way we’ll stop for a view of the Olduvai Gorge. Known as “The Cradle of Mankind”, it is one of the most important paleoanthroplogolical sites in all the world. Here were found the world’s oldest undisputed Homosapien bones and tools from 1.7 million years ago. (We will not be doing the hike to the actual site itself since it’s long and steep, but we will stop at the viewpoint).
We will then drive into the vast savannah plains of the famous Serengeti. The Serengeti is world renowned for the BIG 5 and the Great Migration. Every year 1.5+ million wildebeest and 200k zebra follow the rains from the Southern Serengeti up into Kenya’s Maasai Mara and then come back again. The trek is a 5,000 mile (8,047 km) loop. The Serengeti is truly legendary, home to buffaloes, elephants, rhinoceroses, leopards, lions, cheetah, hyenas, topi, gazelle, waterbuck, hartebeest, and so much more! The park is home and host to more than 500 species of birds, including ostriches, crowned cranes, marabou storks and secretary birds; some of the most sought-after and photogenic birds on the planet.
- SAFARI Serengeti National Park (2 Days)
- (**Luxury Tour includes a Dinner in the Bush and a Hot air Balloon ride)
We’re now in the world of The Lion King and the Great Migration wildebeest crossings featured on National Geographic. Over the next two days, we’ll be immersed in the untamed beauty of this iconic landscape. It’s a haven for wildlife, offering opportunities to observe nature at its most authentic. Each day, we’ll set out in search of the Big 5 and watch the diverse array of animals along the way. Keep your camera ready as we search the savannah for lions, leopards, and cheetahs. We’ll marvel at towering giraffes grazing the treetops and magnificent elephants roaming the plains. We’ll see the hippos and crocodiles laze about in the rivers. And, we’ll add zebras, baboons, mongooses, hyenas, and a myriad of other amazing creatures to our scouting list. Our safaris are not just about spotting wildlife; they’re about experiencing the heartbeat of Africa. It’s about connecting with the wild, feeling the pulse of the earth, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Every moment is filled with wonder!
**The Luxury Adventure includes one evening dinner in the Bush surrounded by nature and one early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Serengeti with a champagne breakfast. The Hot Air Balloon departs before dawn since the temperature plays a huge role in how long the balloon can stay in the air. You’ll soar over the savannah for an hour watching the animals from a view you can only get from above. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a scrumptious champagne breakfast out on the savannah.
- Fly back home
OR - Fly to Zanzibar for your island add-on
- Relax on the beach
Today we will all be flying out of the Serengeti. You will either be flying back to Arusha/Kilimanjaro airport, then home OR you’ll be continuing on with us for a 5 day/4 night relaxation and adventure trip to the crystal clear turquoise waters and pristine white sand beaches of Zanzibar island!
Large planes are NOT allowed into the Serengeti so all planes in and out are small. Because the planes are small, there will be a luggage weight limit and a bag limit when flying – so when you’re at home packing for this trip, keep this in mind! However, you can purchase extra weight if needed. (We’ll give you the exact info with your welcome packet.)
- Island with Giant Tortoises
- Snorkel
- Afternoon relax
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- Morning relax
- Spice Farm
- UNESCO Stone Town
- Zanzibar hot Street Food
Day 12 is a water day. In the morning, we’ll visit the island with giant tortoises (some upwards of 200 years old!), then we’ll snorkel off the coast of the island. The rest of the day is yours to or you to sleep, relax, read, soak up the sun, swim on your own – do whatever you wish.
Day 13 The morning is yours. In the afternoon, we’ll go visit a spice farm to see how various spices in the world are grown, We’ll then take a tour of the UNESCO Stone Town to learn about it’s history and culture. For a time, it was the largest slave port in all of East Africa. In the evening we’ll try some of the authentic Zanzibar street foot. Make sure what you eat is cooked and hot!
- Cheetah’s Rock (animal sanctuary)
Today we’re going to visit Cheetah’s Rock animal sanctuary – a LEGAL, ZIPA accredited and CITES recognized rescue and conservation center. It is a unique, and very special place where people and animals interact directly – face to face, eye to eye, fur to skin. This will be a magical and memorable experience! Just like us, many animals thrive on touch, cuddles, and interaction. The welfare of the animals on Cheetah’s Rock is paramount!
There’s an option to swim with the otters (included) in the morning at 9am followed by lunch and then 4 hours of interaction with the rest of the wild animals at Cheetah’s rock. You’ll be able to feel the fur of a cheetah, the breath of lions, feed lemurs, zebras and more! This is truly the perfect way to spend your last day with us and on your Tanzanian adventure of a lifetime!
- Fly Dar es Salaam International Airport (fly out in the evening)
- Fly Home
Today marks your last day in Zanzibar and your adventure with us! Book a late departure from Dar Es Salaam so you can relax in the morning. Then you’ll pack your bags once more, and we’ll venture a bit more as we head to the Zanzibar airport where we say our goodbyes and part ways. From Zanzibar airport you will then catch your 20 min (yes, 20 min) flight to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR). From Dar Es Salaam, you will fly back home.
On our way to the airport, we’ll review and share stories from the incredible journey we’ve experienced and the new friendships we’ve made. Asante Sana (Thank you, very much)! We sincerely hope you had an amazing adventure with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures, laughter, memories, and future fun!
AccommodationS (Classic Tour)
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Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
(right) Set in the midst of savannah and skies, you'll find Ikoma Tented Camp. Sheltered in a grove of acacia trees, each of the traditional Meru tents have a private veranda overlooking the vast lands of the Serengeti. The central restaurant and bar area boasts a large camp fire - an ideal spot to relax and unwind after an adventure filled Safari day. During the Great Migration Season, this is the perfect camp for being close to the wildebeest and the rivers they cross. Another special way of experiencing the bush is by going on an optional guided walking safari. With a professional ranger and guard you will discover the bush and its inhabitants at close range. This camp also has a buffet breakfast and laundry services available. (This exact hotel or similar)
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Sanna Boutique Hotel
(right) Opened in 2023, this boutique hotel combines modern elegance with the charm of hand-crafted Tanzanian decor, creating an atmosphere that is both relaxing and sophisticated. Here you'll find an outside pool, a rooftop bar and terrace, a spa, salon, massages, poolside bar, gym, and more! Guests are invited to experience Arusha from new heights, with a rooftop terrace that offers panoramic, 360-degree views of the city and Mount Meru. The hotel features a fitness centre, a spa for relaxation, a shared lounge, and a restaurant offering a variety of international and local dishes. Guests can also enjoy a game of billiards or unwind in the hot tub.
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Heart and Soul Lodge
(left) Heart and Soul Lodge is a jewel in the wild. Inspired by the surrounding Rift Valley rural Africa landscape, Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara is and beautiful, designed to make your visit a unique, comfortable and fun experience to create special moments. The Cottage rooms are spacious and the service is unparalleled with a true touch of Tanzanian hospitality. On site there is an outdoor pool, bar/lounge, and a buffet breakfast.
Why Choose Windswept Safaris...
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Two Expert Guides
Most tour companies only provide you with one tour guide - who is also your driver. Windswept Safaris provides you with TWO tour guides, Shelly and O.D., who are with you from private airport pickup to airport drop off. They are there to help you feel as comfortable as possible and know you are well taken care of. Two guides also ensures you receive a lot of personalized attention and everything runs as smoothly as possible. If there are more than seven in your party, we will add in another tour guide/driver to make sure everyone is well looked after.
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Full Day Safaris
We know you came on this trip to see LOTS of animals! We LOVE seeing the animals, too! So, we spend as much time as we can out on the savannas on the lookout for animals. Most companies only spend a few hours in the morning and a couple of hours in the evening out observing the wildlife, but we will give you the option of a full day safari!
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Shelly as a Tour Guide
Shelly (right), is a HUGE asset to have in your corner. She is an American who has worked for Delta airlines and has a degree in Global Studies (history, culture, and religions of the world). She has also traveled to over 30 countries and spent many months in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. She has gained a deep understanding of the ins and outs of travel and many of our worlds cultures. She now lives in Kenya more than half of the year and is integrated into the Maasai culture. She is also a professional level photographer who loves taking photographs of the wildlife. All of these experiences and attributes help her to better accommodate you and make your trip even more incredible!
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Average Safari Costs
The average Safari price in Kenya ranges from $125 a night to $3,500 per person per night depending a lot on your accommodations and transportation. At Windswept Safaris, we offer three main Safari tiers: Value, Classic, and Luxury. VALUE is our standard tier made up of standard accommodations, CLASSIC is a mixture of 3, 4, and 5 star hotels depending on aesthetics and/or location, and LUXURY is 5 star hotels (where available) chosen for aesthetics and/or location. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional value with every tour. While we include a range of exclusive extras, most of our tours remain competitively priced within the mid-range of industry standards. If you're seeking the lowest price possible, we are not your best option, but if you’re looking for unmatched quality and value, you won’t find a better option anywhere else.
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Humanitarian Gift
It is rare for tour companies to provide any type of humanitarian support. We feel it is important, if not necessary, to contribute to the people and the communities that have welcomed us into their part of the world. While we’re there, you’ll have the opportunity to meet them and experience their joy and excitement at meeting you—their smiles and curiosity are truly heartwarming. Funds for some basic supplies are already included in your tour price, ensuring that we can make a meaningful contribution to their education. However, if you feel moved to contribute more, your generosity is always welcome and greatly appreciated. 100% of any additional donations will go directly to our gift.
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Memorable Photos
We will capture some highlights of the magical moments from your journey and gift them to you (digital downloads) as a Thank You for adventuring with us! There will also be the option to purchase professional level photos of the savanna animals as taken by Shelly. What better way to reminisce and showcase the experiences you had then seeing incredible photos of the actual animals - as you saw them - hanging on your wall!
What's Included and What's Not
Inclusions
O.D. and I are on every tour regardless of size. For groups larger than 7, we will then have two cruisers which means an additional driver/tour guide. This way you will benefit from the expertise and personal attention of three knowledgeable guides.
Enjoy beautiful and comfortable accommodations in hotels, camps, and lodges throughout your adventure. All meals from arrival to departure (except airport meals) are included, offering a mix of local and international cuisines. If you have a dietary need, let us know and we’ll see what we can do to help accommodate you. Tanzania is still a developing country so be aware that it might not be possible.
Travel in style and comfort in our Land Cruisers with a pop-up top and interchangeable windows or roll-up windows for optimal wildlife viewing. Your transportation includes a professional driver, fuel, and all necessary transfers once you’re in Tanzania. Each cruiser holds 6-7 guests.
ALL entrance fees to national parks, conservancies, and other attractions are included.
Drinkable water varies too much, so we provide you with unlimited filtered drinking water throughout your trip.
Most of our tours include a humanitarian gift as a way of giving back and helping the locals at the ground level. This usually involves taking school supplies to a local school or supplies to families in need. A small portion of your tour price goes to pay for this gift. If you wish to contribute more, your contribution is always welcome. 100% of it will go to our gift.
Some of your most cherished moments will be captured by us. We will give you some of these photos as a Thank You for coming on our tour. An option will be available to purchase professional quality photos from your trip if you desire.
Tips for hotel staff and Restaurants are included in Tanzania and Zanzibar.
Your domestic flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar and from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam are included
Room and board for 5 days, 4 nights on the beach
Travel to and from and swimming with otters, petting a cheetah, lemurs, a zebra, etc. are included
Swimming with the Sea Turtles at the Zanzibar Sanctuary
Exclusions
Your journey to and from your home country to Kenya or Tanzania is not included. If you need assistance booking your airfare, just ask us and we can refer you to a trusted travel agent
Ensure your passport is current with two blank pages and at least six months of validity upon arrival. Most travelers will need a Visa to enter Tanzania or an eTa (electronic Travel Authorization) for Kenya, which either can be easily applied for online.
Tanzania is changing from Visa to ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) so we will keep you updated. If needed, we can help you in this process. Please start one month in advance.
Because there are many unknowns, we REQUIRE to you obtain standard travel insurance. Additional “cancel for any reason” coverage is recommended to protect your investment if you need to cancel. We like Allianz travel Insurance, but the company you use is up to you.
Cancellation Policy:
The deposit is non-refundable, but postponable and transferrable. Any cancellation received in writing 66-90 days before the tour start date will result in a loss of 50% of funds. Any cancellation 65 days or less before the tour start date will result in a total loss of funds – but your deposit will remain postponable and transferable.
Please note some vaccines are recommended, but NONE are required to get into Kenya or Tanzania at this time – UNLESS you’re coming from a country that contains high amounts of yellow fever (or you have a layover in a country with yellow fever for more than 12 hours).
We are not responsible if you get sick, so please take care of yourself in whatever way you see fit. (More info given in the travel packet).
We are not doctors. We recommend you visit a travel clinic three months before your tour so you have the info you need to make an informed decision before you travel.
Please bring, and continue to take, any personal medications as prescribed by your doctor.
Unless otherwise stated, alcohol is not included. When it is, the hotel will show you what specific beers, wines, and spirits they are offering. Tips for bartender and bar attendants not included.
Personal services, such as massages, are at your own expense. Tips for personal service are also at your own expense.
There will be some wonderful shopping opportunities for souvenirs and gifts and our adventures – all purchases will be at your own expense
Unless otherwise stated, laundry services are not included. However, most camps and hotels provide the option. We suggest packing 6 days worth of clothes.
Zanzibar is partially independent from Tanzania. They REQUIRE their own separate insurance policy regardless of any other insurance you have.
You purchase this through the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC) and can be obtained when applying for your Tanzanian e-visa. It is recommended that you obtain the insurance in advance rather than upon arrival.
The new insurance provides coverage for emergency medical expenses, personal accidents, baggage delay, theft, legal expenses, personal liability, and repatriation expenses for Zanzibar.
Adventure Investment
Majestic Tanzania - 11 Day
Prices are in USD, per person, and based on double occupancy:
Tanzania 11-Day:
- VALUE: $11,587 (min 4) $9,887 pp (min 6)
- CLASSIC: $12,987 (min 4) $10,987 pp (min 6)
- LUXURY: $21,350 (min 4) $18,750 pp (min 6)
- VALUE: $3,387 (min 4) $ 2,987 pp (min 6)
- CLASSIC: $4,387 (min 4) $3,987 pp (min 6)
- LUXURY: $4,987 (min 4) $4,587 pp (min 6)
Accommodations: All rates are based on double occupancy for each room. If you prefer a single room there is an additional cost.
Changes: If you want more days or less, we can make those arrangements for you.
Payment Options:
FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLAN: To make your dream safari more accessible, we offer flexible payment plans. After your deposit is made, you can choose between equal monthly payments, three lump sum payments, or four lump sum payments (all auto-withdrawn). A 5% fee is added to the balance (after deposit) if you utilize a payment plan option. Full payment is required 90 days before departure to ensure all arrangements are smoothly finalized.
Deposit: A deposit of 20% secures your spot and your price. Your deposit will be non-refundable but is postponable for future use and transferable. By making your deposit, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions. Read them first here. terms and conditions.
Deposits and payments can be made via All major CCs, ACH bank transfer, or Square.
Contact us and we’ll set up a time to have a virtual coffee or tea to discuss any questions or concerns you might have. Keep in mind the time zones vary a lot in this world, so give us some time to respond.
