Beach hotel on the shore of the Indian Ocean in Zanzibar, aerial view at sunset

Lioness in the golden grass of a Tanzanian savanna

Diver above a colourful coral reef among tropical fish off Zanzibar

Panorama of the Ngorongoro Crater from a viewpoint on the rim

Stone Town waterfront in Zanzibar with historic buildings and a boat on turquoise water

Tanzania. African Safari & Diving in Zanzibar

Name: Tanzania. African Safari & Diving in Zanzibar
Price: 2790 USD
Availability: InStock

Tanzania safari and Zanzibar diving with a small group: 10 days, 2–11 January 2027 — Stone Town, 10 reef dives, the elephants of Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater. From $2,790 per person; the mainland safari ($1,300) and international flights are paid separately.

4.9 · 10 days / 9 nights · Active journey · 2 — 11 Jan 2027

10 days / 9 nights

2 — 11 Jan 2027

9 people + tour leader

English-speaking guide

Comfort

Beach hotel & safari lodges

from 2790 USD

per person

What awaits you

Two worlds in one journey — diving and the beaches of Zanzibar and a classic African safari in the Tarangire savanna and the Ngorongoro Crater.

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10 dives on Zanzibar's reefs

A full diving program on the island's best reefs in the warm Indian Ocean

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White-sand beaches

Relaxing on one of Zanzibar's finest coastlines between dives

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Stone Town

A walk through the UNESCO site — narrow lanes, Eastern architecture and history

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Prison Island

A sanctuary of giant Aldabra tortoises in a scenic bay

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Tarangire safari

Elephants, giraffes and zebras in the savanna of one of Tanzania's best parks

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Ngorongoro Crater

The Big Five in a nature reserve — one of the finest safari destinations in Africa

Day-by-Day Programme

Departure the day before. We land in Zanzibar and head to a hotel in the historic centre — Stone Town. After check-in there is free time to rest after the flight.

Hotel in Stone Town or similar

A walking tour of colourful Stone Town with its rich history, narrow lanes and Oriental architecture. Then we visit Prison Island, home to a sanctuary of giant Aldabra tortoises — many of them over a hundred years old. The excursion is paid separately.

Hotel in Stone Town or similar

Early in the morning we fly from Zanzibar to Arusha and head to Tarangire National Park — one of the best places in Tanzania to watch elephants, giraffes, zebras and other savannah wildlife. A picnic lunch in the bush awaits during the safari. In the evening we move to a cosy lodge in the Karatu area.

Lodge in the Karatu area or similar

After an early breakfast we set off for the famous Ngorongoro Crater — a unique nature reserve often called one of the best safari destinations in Africa. Here we have a chance to see the Big Five and many other animals in their natural habitat. After a picnic lunch we return to Arusha airport and fly to Zanzibar. We transfer to the Sunshine Marine beach hotel on one of the island's finest coastlines, check in and relax by the warm ocean.

Sunshine Marine or similar

The next days are dedicated to a rich diving program on the island's best reefs. In free time we relax on the beach, swim in the ocean and enjoy the tropical island atmosphere. The program includes 10 dives — Zanzibar's reefs suit both experienced divers and those just starting out.

Sunshine Marine or similar

We check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight home.

We will send a link — it opens this page and the program file downloads by itself.

Tour Leader

Alexey Tishchenko

PADI Instructor since 2001 · TDI/DSAT · Underwater photographer

Speaks: Russian

Accommodation

Hotel in Stone Town — historic centre of Zanzibar (2 nights)

Sunshine Marine — beach hotel on the Zanzibar coast (6 nights)

Lodge in the Karatu area — near the Ngorongoro Crater (1 night)

Substitution with similar hotels of the same level is possible.

Flights

The group meets at the destination. Book a flight that lands before the group arrives — we are happy to help you choose one.

Moscow → Zanzibar
Convenient connecting routes via Istanbul, Doha, Dubai or Addis Ababa (Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines). We'll help you find the best option from your departure city.

Flights Zanzibar ↔ Arusha
The domestic flights to the mainland for the safari are arranged as part of the program.

Zanzibar → home
Return flight from Zanzibar on 11 January with the same airlines and convenient connections.

Programme Cost

Price per person in 1/2 DBL 2790 USD

Safari in Tanzania (Tarangire and Ngorongoro), ½ DBL $1300/person

Stone Town and Prison Island excursion $50/person

Maasai village visit $15/person

AMREF Flying Doctors insurance (medical evacuation from the parks) $30/person

What's included

Accommodation in hotels and lodges per the program, ½ DBL, 9 nights, breakfast included

All transfers and entrance fees per the program

Private safari jeep with an English-speaking driver-guide

Guide accompaniment throughout the safari

Special entry fee for the Ngorongoro Crater

Bottled drinking water in the jeep during the safari

Diving program — 10 dives

Taxes and tourist fees

Help selecting and purchasing flights

Equipment recommendations

A Tour Leader Club tour leader with the group

24/7 manager support at every stage of the journey

Not included

Safari in Tanzania (Tarangire and Ngorongoro), ½ DBL $1300/person

International flights to Zanzibar and back

Stone Town and Prison Island excursion $50/person

Maasai village visit $15/person

AMREF Flying Doctors insurance (medical evacuation from the parks) $30/person

Nitrox and diving equipment rental

Single-occupancy supplement

Additional excursions and private transfers

Medical insurance

Meals not included in the program

Gratuities for service staff

Souvenirs and other personal expenses

Required Gear

Clothing and protection

• Hat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Light summer clothing
• A light windbreaker or sweater for the evening
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Closed shoes for the safari
• Swimsuit

For diving

• Personal dive computer
• Mask and snorkel (optional)
• Diver certification and logbook

Protection

• Sunscreen SPF 50+
• Insect repellent
• Personal first-aid kit

Gear

• Camera with a telephoto lens
• Batteries, memory cards
• Binoculars for the safari
• Power adapter (type G)

Documents

• Passport
• Medical insurance
• Cash in US dollars (visa and personal expenses)

Useful Information

When we go. Early January is the warm season in Tanzania. In Zanzibar it's +30…+32 °C and the ocean warms to +28 °C — perfect for the beach and diving. On the mainland, around Tarangire and Ngorongoro, it's cooler thanks to the altitude, and the bush is green and scenic.

Visa. Tanzania requires a visa (around $50), most conveniently arranged online in advance or on arrival.

Currency. It's handy to carry cash US dollars; the Tanzanian shilling is also in use. Cards are accepted in hotels and larger establishments.

Time. UTC+3 (East Africa Time, no daylight saving).

Health. Tanzania is a region where malaria prophylaxis is recommended. Consult your doctor in advance.

from 2790 USD / person

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