8-Day Honeymoon Mid-Range Northern Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holidays

Your honeymoon starts with an enchanting greeting at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), which is situated about fifty kilometers away from Arusha in Tanzania. You will be taken on a private transfer to a quaint mid-range lodge positioned in picturesque gardens. Here, you can rest, as well as have access to a room equipped with modern en suite amenities. In the afternoon, spend some time relaxing together in the form of a couples massage or a scenic walk to witness the local birdlife, such as the silvery-cheeked hornbill. As night falls, delight in a romantic dinner consisting of local cuisines and fresh fish, topped with an exquisite glass of wine - all under the gorgeous star-studded sky with the killimanjaro mountain changing colors. As your guide briefs you about your Northern Circuit safari, enjoy the night knowing a thrilling adventure lies ahead for you!

Activities: Airport transfer, lodge relaxation, safari briefing
Animals to See: Local birdlife (e.g., silvery-cheeked hornbill)
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge in Arusha
Meals: Dinner

Upon finishing a mouth-watering breakfast, we set off for Tarangire National Park. It took a 2-hour, 4x4 ride covering a distance of 130 km. The Park is widely known for its ancient baobab trees, massive elephant herds, and having a total area of 2,850 km². During our visit, we drove all day along the Tarangire River. While we passed the river, we were lucky enough to spot hundreds of elephants bathing and drinking water. Other animals like zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and even lions and leopards were a common sight. We witnessed acacia leaves being stretched by giraffes, zebras and wildebeests grazing side by side, as well as various beautiful birds such as the lilac-breasted roller. Our tour guide was extremely informative. He would stop every now and then at different scenic spots to help us learn more about the park's ecosystem, all the while serving us delicious picnic lunch beneath the breathtaking Baobab with panoramic savanna views. Upon arrival, we checked into a luxurious tented camp with a private veranda and en-suite tents. To end an exciting day, we were served backlit dinner and got to relish the serenity of the African wilderness. Nothing could top this amazing experience.

Activities: Full-day game drive
Animals to See: Elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, lions, leopards (rare), lilac-breasted rollers
Accommodation: Mid-range tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with a warm breakfast served at the tented camp before enjoying a scenic drive for about 150km over three hours to reach the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Here, tourists can relish in a variety of activities ranging from a game drive with the chance to spot leopards, along with 30 rhinos, several clusters of lions, and numerous elephants. Tourists will be given the opportunity to devour grand view lunches at the crest near a hippo pool before moving up to one's lodge built on the Calder rim overlooking a picturesque caldera. There, fireside dinners can be enjoyed with an intimate highland breeze enticing the area.

Activities: Afternoon game drive (Ngorongoro Crater)
Animals to See: Black rhinos, lions, buffalo, elephants, leopards (rare), hyenas, zebras, hippos
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge on the crater rim
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Pack your bags because you are off to the celebrated Ngorongoro Crater Lodge today! Before heading there, you get the luxury of breakfast over a breathtaking sunrise, start your day with breakfast at the crater-rim lodge and then at around 8:30 a.m., set off on a infrastructure enabled drive of about 3 hours, which takes around 145 kilometers. The splendid UNESCO heritage site is famous for its extravagant plains and the great migration of wildlife. For the entire afternoon, you will engage in exciting activities, including, game drives where you will observe lions resting on kopjes (rocky outcrops), sprinting leopards and cheetahs across the grasslands, Acacia tree dwelling leopards, as well as elephants alongside their calves. If your timing aligns just right (June - July), then you will be able to witness the… wait for it… the early herds of migration wildebeests and zebras which do indeed prepare for winter in the northern regions of the globe. The guide will share his knowledge of the Serengeti’s wildlife while providing you with picnic lunch along with breathtaking stunning views on the table. Your time at the mid-range lodge with en-suite amenities as well as your private balcony with phenomenal views will be topped off with a romantic dinner and then stargazing with your significant other from your veranda – what an amazing sweet twee moment it really becomes for families of two!
Activities: Afternoon game drive
Animals to See: Lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, wildebeests (seasonal), zebras
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The stunning sunrise can be enjoyed while we break our overnight fast at the lodge. Spend the day at the central region of Serengeti completing the stunning morning and afternoon game drives. You may be fortunate enough to observe lions on the hunt, giraffes feeding, cheetahs chasing, and if you are very lucky, the spectacular Great Migration of millions of animals along with ostriches and colorful birds. Lunch comes highly recommended, as your guide will plan a delicious picnic, likely at a tranquil spot next to a waterhole with friendly hippos. Optional sun-downers with fine beverages can be arranged to savor while the sunset and the savannah illuminates the landscape in golden colors. Return to the mid-range lodge for a candlelit dinner. Throughout the evening, reflect on the day's events while listening to the soothing sounds of the wilderness around you.

Activities: Full-day game drives, optional sundowners
Animals to See: Lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, wildebeests (seasonal), zebras, ostriches, hippos
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge before savoring the morning game drive towards a nearby airstrip (1-2 hours). Optimize your chances of wildlife viewing by spotting the last lion or elephant before boarding a charter flight (1.5-2 hours) to Zanzibar, landing at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. A private transfer will take you to a mid-range beach resorts located at the eastern coast of the island. Here you will spend the night in a lovely room with private amenities and a balcony with a mesmerizing view of the turquoise Indian Ocean. During the afternoon, you can take a stroll along the white sand coastline, swim in the warm waters, or relax by sipping cocktails as the sun goes down. Enjoy dinner at the resort and be captivated by the enticing romance from the ocean breeze during your first night in paradise.

Activities: Morning game drive, charter flight, beach relaxation
Animals to See: Lions, elephants (en route)
Accommodation: Mid-range beach resort in Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After soaking up the sun at the beach, join the buffet breakfast and later head to the spa, where you can head to the beach again, explore while snorkeling, or take a romantic walk along the shore. With a guide, travel to Stone Town’s core, where you will find coral stones buildings, the Old Wrist and Darajani Market, both of which showcase the rich Swahili culture (Approximate 1 hour drive). Your guide will amaze you with stories about the town and encourage you to try local exotic spices, cinnamon, and various cloves. Everything will be served with a romantic touch. To celebrate, a beachfront dinner is available with fresh seafood to enjoy while listening to the waves crash into the shoreline, perfect bliss.

Activities: Beach relaxation, Stone Town excursion, spice tour
Animals to See: Marine life (snorkeling, optional)
Accommodation: Mid-range beach resort in Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A private vehicle will take you to the airport in Zanzibar after a final breakfast at the resort. A leisurely last swim at the beach walk at the resort can be done to pass time. From there, you can board a short flight back to Arusha (approximately 1.5 hours). You will arrive by midday, so a day room at a mid-range lodge is provided for light lunch or relaxation after the flight. After a relaxing session, you will be taking a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. This is the part of the trip where you will be departing with cherished memories of Tanzania’s wildlife wonders and famed beaches of Zanzibar, a perfect start to your married life.

Activities: Beach relaxation, flight to Arusha, departure
Animals to See: None (travel day)
Accommodation: None (Departure Day)
Meals: Breakfast, Light Lunch