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10-Day Best of Honeymoon Safari & Zanzibar Escape with Big Time Adventures

10 days

Tented & Lodge Accommodation • Guided Private Safari • Wi-Fi Available • All Meals Included

  • Marvel at Tarangire’s ancient baobabs
  • Spot herds in elephant-rich landscapes
  • Explore wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater floor
  • Discover Manyara’s lush tropical forests
  • Witness legendary Big Five sightings
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Safari Overview

Celebrate love on this 10-day honeymoon with Big Time Adventures, blending Tanzania’s iconic safaris with the tropical beauty of Zanzibar. Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, encountering Africa’s Big Five, vast wildebeest herds, and vibrant birdlife. Highlights include private game drives, sunset picnics, and a Serengeti hot air balloon ride.
Conclude in Zanzibar, where pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and historic Stone Town invite relaxation and romance. Stroll hand-in-hand, savor exquisite cuisine, and unwind together in paradise — a honeymoon filled with timeless memories.

Safari Highlights

  • Marvel at Tarangire’s ancient baobabs
  • Spot herds in elephant-rich landscapes
  • Explore wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater floor
  • Discover Manyara’s lush tropical forests
  • Witness legendary Big Five sightings

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1. Arrival - Arusha

Lake Manyara Wildlife Safari Day Trip | Kilimanjaro Day Hike & Kikuletwa Hot Springs | Jozani Forest Day Trip | 5-Day Great Migration Shared Safari | Big Time Signature Safari | 4-Day Zanzibar Safari

After breakfast at your luxury Arusha hotel, explore the vibrant streets, markets, and cultural highlights of the city for a gentle introduction to Tanzania. In the afternoon, enjoy a romantic coffee plantation tour, strolling through lush fields, learning about the cultivation process, and savoring freshly brewed Tanzanian coffee together. Return to your hotel to relax, then enjoy a gourmet dinner, reflecting on the day’s cultural and sensory experiences.

Accommodation:

    Arusha Serena Hotel
    • Meal Plan
      Lunch and Dinner
    • Day 2. Arusha to Serengeti

    Take a morning flight to Seronera Airstrip in the Serengeti and transfer to your luxury tented lodge. In the afternoon, embark your first game drive, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest across the iconic savannah. Capture the golden Serengeti sunset before returning to your lodge for dinner under the stars.

    Accommodation:

      Awali Serengeti Camp
      • Meal Plan
        Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
      • Day 3. Serengeti – Hot Air Balloon & Full-Day Game Drive

      8-Day Safari & Mafia Island | 5-Day Fly-In Northern Circuit Safari

      Rise early for a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti at sunrise, followed by a romantic champagne breakfast in the bush. Spend the day on game drives, encountering lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and vibrant birdlife, with a scenic picnic lunch amid the wilderness. Return to your lodge for a luxury dinner under the stars, reflecting on a day of breathtaking adventure.

      Accommodation:

        Awali Serengeti Camp
        • Meal Plan
          Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        • Day 4. Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

        6-Day Northern Circuit Camping Safari | 4-Day Romantic Bush Camping Safari | 3-Day Wilderness Wildlife Camping Safari | 8-Day Tanzania Wildlife & Island Escape

        Depart the Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic highlands and Maasai villages along the way. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive, spotting the Big Five, zebras, wildebeest, and abundant birdlife, with a picnic lunch on the crater floor. In the late afternoon, ascend to Karatu for a relaxing evening at your lodge.

        Accommodation:

          Ngorongoro Farm House
          • Meal Plan
            Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
          • Day 5. Karatu – Lake Manyara & Mto wa Mbu

          Travel to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive among tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, and abundant birdlife. Continue to Mto wa Mbu for a local lunch and cultural experience, sampling traditional Tanzanian cuisine and exploring the village. Transfer to your lodge near Tarangire for overnight.

          Accommodation:

            Maramboi Tented Camp
            • Meal Plan
              Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
            • Day 6. Tarangire – Arusha – Zanzibar

            5-Day Zanzibar Extension | 10-Day Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar

            Morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, home to elephants, baobabs, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before returning to Arusha for your flight to Zanzibar, beginning your tropical island escape.

            Accommodation:

              Milele Villa Resort
              • Meal Plan
                Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
              • Day 7. Stone Town & Nakupenda Island

              Tanzania Safari Tours and Zanzibar | Jozani Forest Day Trip | 5-Day Zanzibar Extension

              Start with a guided walking tour of historic Stone Town, exploring markets, winding streets, and cultural landmarks. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat excursion to Nakupenda Island, relaxing on pristine beaches, swimming in turquoise waters, or enjoying a romantic picnic by the sea.

              Accommodation:

                Milele Villa Resort
                • Meal Plan
                  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
                • Day 8. Spice Farm & Dolphin Excursion

                4-Day Zanzibar Tour
                After breakfast, continue your 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania with a guided Zanzibar Spice Farm Tour, where you’ll discover the island’s rich agricultural heritage by seeing, smelling, and tasting a variety of aromatic spices and tropical fruits. Continue to Kizimkazi for an unforgettable dolphin excursion, with the opportunity to observe and swim alongside dolphins in their natural habitat. End the day relaxing on Zanzibar’s pristine white-sand beaches, enjoying the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and the romantic atmosphere that makes your 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania truly unforgettable.

                Accommodation:

                  Milele Villa Resort
                  • Meal Plan
                    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
                  • Day 9. Beach Relaxation & Village Tour

                  After breakfast, enjoy the final moments of your 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania with a relaxing stroll along Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches, a refreshing swim, or unforgettable photos together. Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your departure, concluding your 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania filled with romance, wildlife, luxury, and lasting memories.

                  Accommodation:

                    Milele Villa Resort
                    • Meal Plan
                      Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
                    • Day 10. Departure

                    Serengeti National Park Safari | Tarangire National Park Safari | Lake Manyara National Park Safari |Ngorongoro Crater Safari | Napuru Forest & Lake Duluti Tour | 4-Day Budget Group Safari | 8-Day Tanzania Wildlife & Island Escape | Big Time Signature Safari | 3-Day Southern Wilderness Fly-In Safari | 8 Days of Epic Exploration | 4-Day Zanzibar Safari

                    After breakfast, savor the final moments of your unforgettable 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania with a relaxing morning at your luxury Zanzibar beach resort. Take a romantic stroll along the pristine white-sand beaches, enjoy a refreshing swim in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or capture your last breathtaking sunrise and beach photographs together.

                    This peaceful finale perfectly complements the incredible wildlife adventures and romantic experiences you’ve enjoyed throughout your 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania. At the scheduled time, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your onward flight. As your 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania comes to an end, depart with unforgettable memories of thrilling Big Five game drives, the spectacular Serengeti, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, luxurious safari lodges, and the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar.

                    Whether celebrating your honeymoon or a special romantic getaway, this 10 Day Honeymoon Safari Tanzania with Big Time Adventures offers the perfect combination of adventure, relaxation, luxury, and lifelong memories.

                    Accommodation:

                      Accommodation on the final day is not included. However, accommodation can be arranged upon request at an additional cost.
                      • Meal Plan
                        Breakfast and Lunch

                      What’s to See?

                      Common Sightings:

                      lions

                      Found in all major parks, often seen hunting or resting in shade

                      Elephant

                      Tarangire’s vast herds and Ngorongoro’s crater floor

                      Zebras & Wildebeest

                      Great herds roaming Serengeti’s plains

                      Buffalo & Hippos

                      Common near rivers and crater pools

                      Giraffes

                      Graceful silhouettes across every landscape

                      Leopards & Cheetahs

                      Best seen in Serengeti’s open grasslands

                      Flamingos & Birds

                      400+ species across lakes and woodlands

                      Black Rhino

                      Rare, but occasionally spotted in
                      Ngorongoro

                      Dolphin

                      Intelligent marine mammals frequently encountered on boat excursions in the indian ocean.

                      Hyenas

                      Scavengers and skilled hunters, frequently heard laughing at night or seen near kills.

                      Seasonal Highlights:

                      Apr–May
                      Green season — lush scenery, fewer crowds, excellent birding
                      Jun - July
                      This is prime time to witness river crossings over crocodile-filled rivers one of the most iconic wildlife spectacles in Africa.
                      Dec - March
                      Ideal for dramatic wildlfe photography and predator-prey interactions
                      Aug - Oct
                      These months offer dramatic river crossings, ideal for photography and spotting predators.
                      Oct - Mar
                      Peak season; whale sharks feed offshore near Kilindoni Harbour. The largest aggregations are usually seen from November to February

                      Cost Includes

                      • Horse Riding
                      • All activities, unless indicated as Optional
                      • Domestic Flight
                      • Boat rides
                      • Dolphin Tour
                      • Meals and Mineral water
                      • Medical evacuation services
                      • All Accommodation (lodges and tented camps)
                      • Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with professional driver-guide
                      • All park, TANAPA & conservation fees

                      Cost Excludes

                      • Tips (Guides, porters and cook)
                      • All optional activities (balloon flight, Zanzibar add-on)
                      • Personal items & Gears
                      • Laundry Services
                      • Bevarages and Meals before and after Trek/Safari
                      • Medical Insurance
                      • Any changes done by you during safari or before safari
                      • All kind of soft drinks and hard drinks at the lodges & camps
                      • Drones
                      • International flights

                      Optional Upgrades

                      • Local Food Experience
                      • Village Farm and Spice Tour Visit
                      • Scuba Diving
                      • Snorkeling
                      • Visit Olduvai Gorge
                      • Maasai Boma Experience
                      • Walking safari
                      • Canoeing Lake Duluti, Arusha National and Manyara
                      • Coffee Tour

                      Your Guides

                      Paul Stanley Godless

                      Paul guides Kilimanjaro and Meru climbs with calm encouragement, careful pacing, and strong safety awareness. Guests trust him for his patience and supportive energy, especially on challenging sections of the climb. When he’s not guiding, Paul enjoys football, music, and reading.
                      ''“I focus on each guest’s pace. A safe, successful summit is the real goal.”''

                      Benjamin Solomon

                      Benjamin brings humour, patience, and strong guiding skills to every safari. He grew up around Tanzania’s wilderness and loves helping guests experience the parks through local stories, animal behaviour, and hidden viewing spots. Guests often describe him as friendly, attentive, and someone who makes them feel safe and relaxed from start to finish. Outside guiding, Benjamin enjoys football, reading, and movies.
                      ''“I listen first. When I understand what guests want, the safari becomes their story.”''

                      Kelvin Damian

                      Kelvin is calm, knowledgeable, and excellent at spotting wildlife. He creates a relaxed atmosphere in the vehicle and explains animal behaviour in a way that brings each sighting to life. Guests value his safe driving, patience, and the warm, personal touch he brings to every trip. Outside safari, Kelvin enjoys reading, football, movies, and sings in a choir.
                      ''“Every safari is different. I shape each day around what guests enjoy most.”''

                      What Our Client Says

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