RouteTarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Zanzibar
★★★★★ What guests say about travelling with us
“Everything was well arranged, so the trip felt easy and stress-free. It was the perfect mix of fun and relaxation for our group.” Jonathan Brown, Google review — Zanzibar holiday
The story of this honeymoon
From the first game drive to your last morning by the ocean
The pace changes naturally from Tarangire and Serengeti wildlife to Stone Town and Nungwi. Each part feels distinct, yet the included flight and planned transfers keep the entire honeymoon connected.
Why this route works for two
Your safari vehicle is private for the two of you
You have your own guide and safari vehicle, so the wildlife days can move at your pace. We then connect the safari with your Zanzibar flight, transfers and island stay.
YOUR HONEYMOON, YOUR WAY
Start with this journey, then make it yours
The safari, island connection and Zanzibar stay are already designed to work as one trip. Tell us your dates, preferred room style, pace and the moments that matter most to you. We will check the exact safari camps, flight and island stays together so your honeymoon feels connected from the first game drive to the final beach day.
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Day by day honeymoon
10 Day Affordable Tanzania Honeymoon Safari and Zanzibar itinerary
Every day has a purpose, with enough space for private moments and a natural change of pace between safari and island life.
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Begin your honeymoon among Tarangire's baobabs, river country and elephant herds. Your private guide keeps the first game drive relaxed, with time to enjoy sightings together before continuing to your lodge.
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2
Lake Manyara National Park
Explore forest, floodplain and lakeshore beneath the Rift Valley escarpment. Elephants, monkeys, giraffes, hippos and rich birdlife make this a gentle contrast to the open plains ahead.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3
Karatu to Central Serengeti
Cross the Ngorongoro highlands and watch the horizon open as you enter Serengeti. Wildlife viewing begins on the way to camp, turning the transfer into the first chapter of your time on the plains.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4
Full day in Central Serengeti
Wake inside the Serengeti and spend the day among kopjes, river valleys and open grassland. Your private vehicle gives you the freedom to pause for photographs and stay with the moments that matter to you.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5
Serengeti to the Ngorongoro crater rim
Enjoy another morning game drive before travelling into the Ngorongoro highlands. Settle near the crater rim for a quiet evening before the final mainland wildlife experience.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater and flight to Zanzibar
Descend early into Ngorongoro Crater for a final private game drive and picnic lunch. Continue to Arusha for the included one way flight to Zanzibar, where your island driver welcomes you and transfers you to Stone Town.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Day 7
Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank
Travel by boat to Prison Island, meet its giant tortoises and continue to Nakupenda for swimming, snorkelling and an island lunch. Return to Stone Town for an easy evening together.
Meals: Breakfast and island lunch
Day 8
Safari Blue and Nungwi
Sail into Menai Bay for the Safari Blue experience, with swimming, snorkelling and sandbank time shaped by the tide and sea conditions. Continue to Nungwi after the excursion.
Meals: Breakfast and island lunch
Day 9
A beach day with nothing to rush
Sleep in, swim, walk along the beach or simply enjoy the hotel together. The day is intentionally open, giving the journey room to slow down after safari.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10
Zanzibar departure
Enjoy breakfast and your final beach hours before the included transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation planning
Comfort matters, but location matters too
Before you confirm, we show you the exact safari camps and Zanzibar hotels included for your dates. We look at comfort, room style and where each stay sits in the route, so a beautiful room does not create unnecessary driving or an awkward island transfer.
No silent substitutions. If a listed or proposed stay is unavailable, we discuss the comparable alternative and any price difference with you before confirmation.
Complete honeymoon package
Your safari, Zanzibar stay and island flight in one price
For two adults sharing$3,670per person for the complete 10 day package
The displayed price is the complete package rate for two adults sharing. A higher comfort version can be prepared around your dates.
Private 4x4 safari vehicle and professional English speaking guide
Safari park, conservation and Ngorongoro Crater fees in the itinerary
All overnight stays throughout the written itinerary
Safari meals and island meals stated each day
One way flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
Zanzibar airport, island stay and activity transfers
Zanzibar activities specifically written in the itinerary
Drinking water during safari game drives
Not included
Plan separately
International flights
Tanzania visa and comprehensive travel insurance
Serengeti hot air balloon safari
Tips for guides, drivers, boat crews and safari and island staff
Alcoholic drinks, laundry and personal purchases
Activities or meals not written in the confirmed package
Recommended honeymoon experience
See the Serengeti from a hot air balloon
A sunrise balloon safari adds a completely different perspective to your time on the plains, followed by breakfast after landing. It is optional, subject to availability and not included in the displayed package price.
Your local planning team
We handle the handover from safari to Zanzibar
Our team coordinates the safari finish, domestic flight and Zanzibar arrangements so you are not left piecing the trip together yourself.
Moments worth travelling for
Three chapters of your honeymoon
Begin your honeymoon among Tarangire elephantsShare private Serengeti moments at your own paceLet a Zanzibar sunset close the journey softly
Questions before reserving
Helpful answers for your Tanzania honeymoon
Is the hot air balloon safari included?
The Serengeti balloon safari is optional and not included in the displayed package price. We recommend it for honeymoon couples and can reserve it with the rest of the journey.
Does the price include the flight to Zanzibar?
Yes. The displayed package price includes one way travel from Arusha to Zanzibar as written in the itinerary.
Is this a private safari?
Yes. Your safari vehicle and professional guide are reserved for the two of you. Zanzibar excursions and transfers follow the arrangements shown in your confirmed booking.
Can we add another night?
Yes. These are ready to book sample itineraries. We can adjust the pace, activities and number of nights before confirming the final package.
Are international flights included?
No. International flights, visas and travel insurance are not included.
When should we reserve our honeymoon?
Well located safari camps and preferred beach hotels have limited rooms. Reserving early gives you a better choice around your wedding and travel dates.