Tour Name
2-Day Fly-in Safari from Zanzibar
Itinerary Overview
Perfect for travelers based in Zanzibar who crave a taste of Tanzania’s wild side—this compact luxury safari flies you straight from the spice-scented shores of Zanzibar to the heart of the Northern Safari Circuit.
From the flamingo-fringed shores of Lake Manyara to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater—a true Garden of Eden—this 2-Day Fly-in Safari from Zanzibar offers unforgettable wildlife moments and stunning landscapes in record time.

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2-Day Fly-in Safari from Zanzibar
Day 1
Zanzibar to Lake Manyara National Park – Tree-Climbing Lions & Rift Valley Magic
- Morning flight from Zanzibar to Manyara airstrip
- Warm welcome by your professional Hazina Afrika guide
- Full-day game drive through Lake Manyara National Park
- Spot tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and baboons along the lush groundwater forest and lakeshore
- Picnic lunch inside the park with scenic views of the Rift Valley escarpment
- Late afternoon transfer to your luxury lodge near Karatu
- Dinner and overnight stay in a stylish safari lodge
Highlights: Lake Manyara’s biodiversity, flamingos, lions in acacia trees, and incredible photo opportunities
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater – Explore the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World
- Early breakfast and descent into the Ngorongoro Crater
- Full-day crater tour – home to the Big Five, including rare black rhinos
- Watch herds of wildebeest, zebras, lions, elephants, hyenas, and more against dramatic backdrops
- Enjoy a bush picnic at the hippo-filled Ngoitoktok spring
- Late afternoon transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar
- Arrive in Zanzibar in the evening, just in time to enjoy dinner by the beach
Highlights: Ngorongoro’s Big Five, crater lake, dramatic landscapes, Maasai culture glimpses
Why You Should Extend Your Safari Beyond Zanzibar
While Zanzibar offers a perfect mix of turquoise waters and Swahili charm, extending your holiday to include a mainland safari unlocks an entirely different world—one of roaring lions, ancient craters, and endless savannah.
By adding just a few extra days, you can witness the thrilling drama of the Great Migration, track the Big Five across golden plains, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater—often called Africa’s Eden, or stand beneath the towering baobabs of Tarangire National Park.
A longer itinerary allows for a slower, more meaningful connection with nature. It gives you the space to witness rare wildlife moments, immerse yourself in local cultures like the Hadzabe or Maasai, and spend tranquil evenings around a fire under African stars.
If you’ve come all this way, don’t rush it—Tanzania’s wild soul deserves more than just a glance.
Why 2 Days Might Not Be Enough…
While this 2-day safari offers a taste of wild Tanzania, it merely scratches the surface. If you're dreaming of…
Witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti
Spending golden evenings surrounded by elephants in Tarangire
Connecting with ancient cultures like the Hadzabe hunters
Or venturing off-the-beaten-path in Ndutu or the Northern Serengeti
…then a 6 to 10-day safari allows for a deeper connection with nature, more time to track rare wildlife, and moments to truly slow down and absorb Africa’s magic.
🔗 Consider upgrading to our full 8-Day Tanzania Safari Experience that covers Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara — for a truly complete adventure.
Details
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Return domestic flights (Zanzibar ↔ Northern Tanzania)
- All ground transport in a private 4x4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Park entrance fees
- Luxury accommodation for 1 night
- All meals and bottled drinking water on safari
- Government taxes and levies
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
- International flights (from/to the client’s home country)
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- The government imposed an increase in taxes and/or park fees