Combining Zanzibar Island Holiday With Serengeti Wildlife Safari

When planning a holiday in Zanzibar Island and a wildlife safari in Serengeti National Park, you need to select the time when you are most comfortable. While in Serengeti National Park, expect to engage in safari activities like game drives, bird watching, and others. Zanzibar Island holiday involves mainly water activities and less on-ground holiday activities.

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Serengeti National Park is a hot African safari destination famous for the genesis of the great wildebeest migration. The great wildebeest migration is a natural wildlife phenomenon where millions of wild animals start their journey northwards to Masai Mara National Reserve. The reasons for this massive Serengeti to Masai Mara wild animal trek are still not clear but some theories say they seek better pastures. 

Although the great wildebeest migration is seasonal and expected to happen from June to September, during other months of the year still many animals can be spotted in Serengeti National Park.

Zanzibar Island is one of the sought-after African safari destinations full of unique scenery and water activities that are never boring. In most cases, the holiday activities at Zanzibar Island include active participation like snorkeling, scuba diving, Swimming, Kayaking, and others.

How To Plan A Serengeti National Park Wildlife Safari And Zanzibar Island Holiday

Day 1 Fly to Serengeti National Park

Early morning, our safari guide will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch up with your domestic flight to the airstrip closer to where your lodge is located.

On arrival, our driver guide will transfer you to your lodge, and in case it is within Serengeti National Park, enjoy a game drive along the way.

Serengeti National Park is a famous African safari park rich with wild animals and an array of birds. The flat endless plains of Serengeti National Park create a great feeling while you drive through the tracks of this park.

 Look out for animals like elands, impalas, waterbucks, bushbucks, hyenas, leopards, buffaloes, cheetahs, lions, gazelles, and others.

Check into your lodge and relax

Day 2 Game Drive In Serengeti National Park

Rise early for a game drive in Serengeti National Park where you may get the chance to see early risers as they emerge from their night hideouts to greet the day. While driving on the tracks of Serengeti National Park, you may get the chance to spot the big five that is black rhinos, herds of elephants, waterbucks, bushbucks, buffaloes, impalas, gazelles, cheetahs, oribi, giraffes and so many other.

Take a break where you may enjoy a wild breakfast then continue with the search for other wild animals. until you retire back to the lodge. In case it is the great wildebeest migration season, Serengeti National Park is overpopulated with millions of wild animals both herbivores and carnivores. There are more chances of witnessing the hunting drama as the weak become prey for the carnivores.

Day 3 Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Wake up early for another game drive in the tracks of Serengeti National Park. Enjoy the stunning views of the park and the different animals that enjoy its freebies. Look out for animals like giraffes, waterbucks, bushbucks, gazelles, lions, hyenas, cheetahs, jackals, elands, elephants and others.

In case you get the opportunity, you may visit the Masai Manyattas to learn more about their life and ways of living. This is an optional activity and not included in this itinerary.

Day 4 Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Wake up for breakfast and head to the airstrip then connect to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to Zanzibar Island. Transfer to your lodge and start right away with activities at Zanzibar Island this scenic endless ocean-like walking by the banks of the ocean, relaxing in the sun, and much more.

Day 5 Zanzibar Activities

Wake up at leisure have breakfast and engage in activities of your choice while in Zanzibar Island. You can engage in scuba diving, snorkeling, boat cruising, sunbathing, and visit the point where slaves were gathered before being sold off.

Break away for lunch and resume with activities later till you break the day.

Day 6 Zanzibar activities

After breakfast, head to the ocean to continue exploring its beauties and engage in activities on the Island. You can engage in swimming but in case you are not a good swimmer do not go into the deeper ends of the ocean. Visit the spice market and others. explore the Island to relax and get the best photos to keep as memories of your African safari.

Day 7 Departure 

Wake up, get ready to depart Zanzibar Island, and then fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

When Is The Best Time To Book Serengeti Wildlife Safari and Zanzibar Island Holiday?

Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island holiday are open all year but the drier months are more preferred. This is because the environment favors you to see more wild animals as the grass is lower and most animal activities are quicker to spot. 

The dry season in Serengeti National Park normally comes with the great wildebeest migration where millions of wild animals start an exodus to Masai Mara National Reserve. The great wildebeest migration is a seasonal event that starts from Serengeti National Park to Masai Mara National Reserve. Many people wish to be present as this happens but since it is hard to determine when it happens, you just need to be alert to update about the great wildebeest migration. 

The Zanzibar island holiday is best enjoyed in the dry season when you can be able to take part in outdoor activities. The water of the Indian Ocean is most beautiful under the sunlight and activities are exciting to engage in under the sunlight.

Note that this is the peak season when more people desire and book safaris so advance preparation is required. 

The wet season which is usually March to May and November may provide an opportunity to witness the new births in Serengeti National Park. It is a beautiful season for quiet moments while on a safari holiday. You have less or no disturbance while on a safari holiday because of the smaller population booking safaris in this season.

Much as most activities in Zanzibar Island are outdoors which may be challenging in the wet season, you can experience quiet moments in the low season in Zanzibar.

How much is the cost of a safari to Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island Holiday?

The cost of a safari to Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island holiday depends on factors like the number of people traveling, number of days on safari, activities to engage in, safari package you choose, timing, and much more.

While in Serengeti National Park, you need to note that the cost of park entrance fees needs to be paid as per the park rules. The park entrance fees are used to support the conservation of wildlife in the national parks. Even in Zanzibar Island, you may be required to make some payments to support beach maintenance.

On a personal level, you can add safari costs like personal expenditure on drinks, tips, souvenirs, and much more

Request for a quotation about your safari from our safari consultant and liaise with them about your interests and time on safari.

Is The Safari To Serengeti National Park And Zanzibar Island Holiday Safe?

The safari to Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island holiday is safe because on the ground are ranger guides from Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority to provide security while in the park. Even at most beaches and accommodations in Zanzibar Island, there are security operatives present.

While in Serengeti National Park, you do not have to hang out your limbs while on safari or get out of your lodge in the night as you may encounter animals that may hurt you.

Follow the rules of engaging in activities of Serengeti National Park so that you are not a victim of this park.

While at Zanzibar Island, try not to eat street food but visit designated points while on holiday in case you wish to have a taste of local food. This is to prevent any chances of food poisoning while on holiday. 

How Can I Book A Safari To Serengeti National Park And Zanzibar Island Holiday?

To book a safari to Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island you need to choose your interests and state the date when you hope to start and end this safari. State the number of people traveling with you in case you have company. Enquire from our safari consultants

Upon sending your inquiry, our safari consultant checks out for logistics availability from service providers that are best known to us. We hand-pick our service providers so that we can provide the best African safari experience. 

Booking the hotels and lodges where to spend the night is the number one booking during the Zanzibar holiday and Serengeti National Park Safari. This is because options run out at the peak season breaks in because of the so many bookings to these African Destinations the world over.

Secure the driver guide and vehicle to use during this Tanzanian holiday as professionals and experienced driver guides are in high demand, especially in the high tourism season.

In case you are to fly to Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar holiday destinations, advance arrangements need to be made in advance to enable all the necessary procedures to be cleared in advance.

Is There Age Limit To A Safari in Serengeti National Park And Zanzibar Island Holiday?

No, every person is accepted to visit Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island for a holiday no matter the age and origin. If children are traveling, they need to be in the company of their parents or guardians.

While in the National Park, children should be advised not to make noise or wander into the park because it is dangerous. Adults in the company of the children on safari must brief the children about how to behave while in the National Park before traveling so that they are not shocked on arrival.

At Zanzibar Island, the adults in the company of children must ensure they know the way about their children to avoid unfortunate circumstances. Watch out for activities children engage in while at the Island too.

What To Pack For A Safari In Serengeti National Park And Zanzibar Island

• Light shoe bags to keep in your shoes when repacking so that they do not stain other belongings in the bag.
• Camera to take photos and keep memories of this holiday experience.
• Toiletries that your skin is comfortable with or in case your lodge or hotel doesn’t provide
• Safari hat with a large foldable brim to protect your head from buzzing insects.
• Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the strong sunrays.
• Purchase travel insurance just in case any emergency happens while on safari
• Sunscreen to cover your body from Ultra Violet rays
• Foldable drinking water bottles to quench thirst while on safari as Tanzania is a tropical country.
• Backpack or rack sack to keep your belongings
• Some hard cash for on-ground purchases, credit cards are not commonly used in Africa because of the lengthy process of collecting money from them.
• A torch for lighting while at night as most lodges within the park use solar energy for lighting and when they run low, you can use the assistance of the torch.
• Flip flops to change into after a long day
•  Extra clothes to change into after a long day of activities
• Warm wear because it gets so sold very early morning and afternoon
• Beach wear to use for swimming in the ocean
• Pair of stockings to protect your feet from the dust
• Safari shoes like canvas
• A pair of binoculars to capture closer visibility of far-ranging features.
• Some snacks to munch, as breakfast is taken too early to last the entire day
• Extra batteries are fully charged in case one runs low on power.
• Charger and travel adapter in case you need to recharge 
• Raincoat in case it falls while on safari holiday
• First aid kit for any emergency while on this African safari

Combined safari is an experience like no other, getting to enjoy wildlife views and relax on the island as well is an amazing experience. Contact us to plan your safari today.