This is an adventure in a dynamic natural environment and may be subject to minor changes depending on weather and wildlife movements.

Day 1: Depart Ireland Fly from Ireland to Kilimanjaro International Airport (or Dar es Salaam, depending on routing).

Day 2: Arrive Tanzania — Transfer to Hotel Arrive in Tanzania and transfer to your hotel for the night. Rest and prepare for the safari.

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park Depart after breakfast for Lake Manyara National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive along the lake shore and through the groundwater forest, looking for flamingos, hippos, giraffes, blue monkeys, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater — a collapsed volcanic caldera and one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife habitats. Full day game drive on the crater floor with a picnic lunch at Ngoitoktok Springs. The crater is home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and black rhino. Evening game drive and return to Ngorongoro wildlife campsite for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Tarangire National Park After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park — home to some of the largest elephant herds in East Africa and dotted with ancient baobab trees. Game drive and lunch at the park. Depart in the afternoon and transfer to hotel.

Day 6: Fly to Zanzibar Morning flight from the mainland to Zanzibar. Transfer to your beachfront hotel. Dinner and overnight.

Day 7: Zanzibar — Stone Town or Beach Day A free day on the island. Visit Stone Town — the UNESCO World Heritage Site with its narrow streets, spice markets, carved wooden doors, and the old slave market. Or stay at the hotel and enjoy the white sand beach and Indian Ocean. Optional spice tour or snorkelling trip available. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Zanzibar — Leisure Day A full free day to relax on the beach, swim, snorkel, explore, or simply do nothing. This is your recovery day before the flight home.

Day 9: Depart Zanzibar — Fly Home Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Ireland.

• You have the flexibility to pay your deposit and balance using any legal method. Please note, if you choose to pay via electronic bank transfer, you are responsible for any associated transfer fees. This ensures that the company receives the full invoiced amount in the specified currency. 

• Cancellations 90 days or more before departure: Full deposit refund if paid in advance. After 90 days, 30% of the deposit is non-refundable.
• Cancellations 60 days before departure: 50% of the deposit is non-refundable.
• Cancellations 45 days before departure: Full deposit is non-refundable, plus an additional 30% of the total trip cost.
• Cancellations 30 days or less before departure: 100% of the total trip cost is non-refundable.

How much does the Tanzania safari and Zanzibar trip cost? The land-only cost starts from €1,750 per person. This covers all accommodation, park fees, safari vehicle and driver-guide, meals and drinks on safari, and airport transfers. Not included: international flights from Ireland, internal flights to Zanzibar, tips, travel insurance, visa fees, and personal expenses. A €500 deposit secures your booking.

How much does it cost to go on safari from Ireland? The total cost from Ireland is typically €2,500 to €3,500 depending on flight prices and the time of year. The land cost starts from €1,750, and return flights from Dublin to Kilimanjaro or Dar es Salaam usually cost €600 to €1,200. Internal flights to Zanzibar add approximately €100 to €200. Travel insurance, visa (approximately US$50), and tips are additional.

When is the best time for a Tanzania safari? The best months are June to September — Tanzania’s dry season — when the grass is short, animals gather around water sources, and game viewing is at its best. This is also the most comfortable time to visit, with warm days and cool evenings. The short rains in November and the long rains from March to May make game drives more difficult and some roads impassable.

Do I need to be fit for this trip? No — this is an easy-grade trip. You are driven between locations in a safari vehicle, and game drives involve sitting in the vehicle with stops for photography and observation. The Zanzibar section is beach-based. This trip is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Can I combine the safari with a Kilimanjaro climb? Yes — many of our Kilimanjaro groups add the safari and Zanzibar as an extension after their expedition. Contact our team to add it to your Kilimanjaro booking. The safari runs immediately after you come down from the mountain.

What wildlife will I see? Tanzania is one of the best wildlife destinations on Earth. In the Ngorongoro Crater you have an excellent chance of seeing all of the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and black rhino. Lake Manyara is known for flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions. Tarangire has massive elephant herds, wildebeest, zebra, and predators. Zanzibar adds marine life including dolphins and tropical fish.

Do I need a visa for Tanzania? Most nationalities, including Irish and UK passport holders, need a visa to enter Tanzania. This can usually be obtained online (e-visa) before travel or on arrival at the airport. The current fee is approximately US$50. Check with the Tanzanian immigration authority for the most up-to-date requirements.

Is Zanzibar included in the safari trip? Yes — the trip includes three nights in Zanzibar after the mainland safari. You fly from the mainland to Zanzibar on Day 6 and have two full days on the island before flying home on Day 9.

Can I book the safari without climbing Kilimanjaro? Yes — the safari and Zanzibar trip is available as a standalone holiday. You do not need to be a Kilimanjaro trekker to book this. It is open to anyone who wants to experience Tanzania’s wildlife and beaches.