Luxury Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Tour with Gran Meliá Hotels, African Safaris refined I Golden Trips Tanzania
Luxury Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Tour with Gran Meliá Hotels featuring Serengeti game drives, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife, elegant lodges, and a relaxing Zanzibar beach stay—all curated in refined Gran Meliá style.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Overnight at Gran Meliá Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Gran Meliá Arusha, set between Mount Meru and lush coffee plantations. Spend the day at leisure, recovering from your journey and enjoying world-class hospitality.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Overnight at Gran Meliá Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich wildlife. Enjoy a full game drive with picnic lunch inside the park before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Overnight at Gran Meliá Ngorongoro
Travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor is home to lions, rhinos, buffaloes, elephants, and flamingos. After the game drive, ascend to the crater rim for a luxurious overnight stay.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ngorongoro to Serengeti – Overnight at Gran Meliá Serengeti
After breakfast, journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through scenic highlands and wildlife-rich plains. Enjoy a game drive en route as you enter the Serengeti, arriving at your lodge in time to relax and enjoy sunset views.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive – Overnight at Gran Meliá Serengeti
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti’s vast plains. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration, large predator populations, and endless wildlife encounters. Return to your lodge in the evening for a luxurious dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Fly from Serengeti to Zanzibar – Overnight at Gran Meliá Zanzibar
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a scenic flight to Zanzibar Island. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Gran Meliá Zanzibar, a beachfront luxury resort offering tranquility and ocean views.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Zanzibar Leisure – Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Zanzibar. Relax on pristine white-sand beaches, enjoy the spa, swim in the Indian Ocean, or simply unwind at the resort.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Zanzibar Leisure – Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Another full day to enjoy Zanzibar at your own pace. Optional activities include a Stone Town tour, spice farm visit, or sunset dhow cruise (optional).
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Departure – End of Luxury Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Tour
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Gran Meliá Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar experience.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusive – What’s Included in the Tour
- Accommodation at Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts in Arusha, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Zanzibar
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Private 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roof for game drives
- Professional English-speaking safari guides
- Park entrance fees to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti
- Domestic flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Airport transfers in Tanzania and Zanzibar
- Bottled water during safari drives
- Assistance with visas and travel advice
- Optional activities included at Gran Meliá Zanzibar (beach access, pool, spa)
Exclusive – What’s Not Included in the Tour
- International flights to/from Tanzania
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, tips)
- Optional tours or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., spice farm tour, dhow cruise in Zanzibar)
- Beverages not included in the meals package
- Visa fees or government taxes not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any additional activities at safari lodges beyond standard game drives
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