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12-DAY ULTIMATE ROMANTIC TANZANIA EXPERIENCE

Arusha → Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Zanzibar → Mnemba Island
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Trip Highlights

  • Intimate tented stays and luxury lodges handpicked for romance.

  • Private bush breakfasts and candlelit dinners under the stars.

  • Big Five safari across Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Spice plantation tour with a private cooking class in Zanzibar.

  • Sunset dhow cruise, beach yoga, and couple’s spa treatments.

Overview

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Overview

ITINERARY

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Day 1–2: Arrival in Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Tarangire
  • Arrive in Arusha, meet your private guide, and transfer to Tarangire.

  • Explore the park’s elephant herds, baobab-studded landscapes & wildlife-rich river valleys.

  • Evening candlelit bush dinners under the stars.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Singing Grass or Oliver’s Camp (intimate tented style)

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Day 3 — Serengeti Fly-In Safari

Serengeti
  • Morning scenic bush flight to Serengeti National Park.

  • Transfer to your chosen lodge/camp:

    • Singita Faru Faru (ultra-luxury safari chic).

    • &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas (romantic boutique tented camp).

    • Serengeti Serena Lodge (classic lodge with sweeping views).

  • Afternoon sunset game drive with champagne sundowners.

Overnight: Serengeti Luxury Camp/Lodge

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Day 4 & 5 — Full-Day Game Drive & Bush Lunch

Serengeti
  • Early game drive, perfect for big cat sightings.

  • Private bush lunch in a secluded setting on the plains.

  • Afternoon: Continue safari or relax at camp.

  • Evening: Nightcap by the campfire under the stars.

Overnight: Serengeti Luxury Camp/Lodge

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Day 6 — Sunrise Safari & Transfer to Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro
  • Early Morning: Begin the day with a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti. This is prime time to spot predators on the move, grazing herds, and the magic of the plains bathed in golden light.

  • Late Morning: Return to camp for breakfast and check out. Start your drive towards Ngorongoro, passing through rolling highlands, Maasai villages, and lush landscapes.

  • Midday: Arrive at the crater rim and check into your lodge:

    • &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge — ultra-luxury suites with sweeping crater views.

    • The Highlands Ngorongoro — chic domed suites, offering privacy and stargazing.

  • Afternoon: Rest and enjoy lodge facilities — perhaps a hot-stone massage, a dip in the hot tub, or simply a glass of wine by the fire.

    Rest of the day at leisure

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Day 7 — Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Ngorongoro
  • Morning: After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is often called “Africa’s Eden” — home to an astonishing density of wildlife, including elephants, lions, black rhino, buffalo, and flamingos on Lake Magadi.

  • Midday: Enjoy a private picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

  • Afternoon: Continue your game drive, spotting more wildlife and soaking in the unique setting of this natural amphitheater.

  • Late Afternoon: Ascend back to the crater rim and return to your lodge. Spend the evening at leisure — perhaps a cozy firelit dinner or stargazing session.

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Day 8 — Zanzibar Arrival

Zanzibar
  • Morning flight to Zanzibar Island.

  • Stay at Kilindi Zanzibar, designed for romance by ABBA’s Benny Andersson.

  • Afternoon: Relax by your private plunge pool.

  • Evening: Sunset dhow cruise along the Indian Ocean.

Overnight: Kilindi Zanzibar

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Day 9 — Spice & Soul of Zanzibar

Zanzibar
  • Morning: After a relaxed breakfast at your beachfront villa, set off on a private spice plantation tour. Walk hand-in-hand through fragrant fields of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla. Learn about Zanzibar’s rich history as the “Spice Island.”

  • Midday: Take part in a private Swahili cooking class, using the freshly harvested spices to create a meal together. Enjoy your culinary creations for lunch in a serene garden setting.

  • Afternoon: Return to your resort for downtime by the ocean — whether it’s lounging on the sand, enjoying the infinity pool, or indulging in a couple’s spa treatment with ocean breezes in the background.

  • Evening: Sail into the horizon on a private sunset dhow cruise, complete with champagne and canapés. Watch the sun dip below the Indian Ocean as traditional taarab music plays in the background.

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Day 10 — Zanzibar Bliss

Zanzibar
  • Morning: Optional beach yoga or spa treatments for two.

  • Afternoon: Leisure — swim, snorkel, or unwind at the resort.

  • Evening: Private beachfront dinner under the stars.

Overnight: Kilindi Zanzibar

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Day 11 — Mnemba Island Escape

Mnemba Island
  • Morning: Transfer by boat to &Beyond Mnemba Island, an exclusive private island just off Zanzibar’s coast.

  • Daytime: Indulge in snorkeling or diving together in the pristine coral reefs, take barefoot strolls around the island, or simply relax in your beach banda with endless ocean views.

  • Evening: End the day with a romantic barefoot dinner on the sand, lit only by lanterns and starlight.

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Day 12 - Departure

  • Morning: Wake up to the sound of the waves and enjoy a final beachside breakfast.

  • Late Morning: Depending on your flight schedule, savor one last swim or walk along the beach.

  • Afternoon: Transfer back to Zanzibar Airport for your international departure.

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PACKAGE COSTS & INCLUSIONS

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Package Costs

Total Cost: $ per person sharing

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Includes

✔️ All accommodation as per chosen tier (Luxury, Boutique, or Romantic Mid-Luxury)
✔️ All meals during safari; breakfast & dinner on Zanzibar/Mnemba
✔️ All park fees, conservation levies & crater entry fees
✔️ Domestic flights (Arusha → Serengeti, Serengeti → Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro → Zanzibar)
✔️ Private professional safari guide & 4x4 vehicle throughout safari
✔️ Game drives as per itinerary
✔️ Sunset dhow cruise in Zanzibar
✔️ Spice tour & private cooking class
✔️ Couples’ spa treatment
✔️ Snorkeling at Mnemba Island
✔️ Airport transfers in Arusha & Zanzibar

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Excludes

❌ International flights to/from Tanzania
❌ Travel insurance (mandatory)
❌ Visa fees & vaccinations
❌ Premium wines, spirits & champagne (unless specified)
❌ Optional extras (hot-air balloon safari, diving, special activities not listed)
❌ Personal expenses, tips & gratuities

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1. Tarangire National Park

Babati Rural, Tanzania

2. Serengeti National Park

Tanzania

3. Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

4. Zanzibar Island

Zanzibar Island, Tanzania

5. Mnemba Island

Mnemba Island, Tanzania

RECOMMENDATIONS

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Accommodation Recommendations

💫 Tier - Luxury
Safari / Wildlife - Singita Faru Faru, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, &Beyond Mnemba Island
Beach - Baraza Resort, Kilindi Zanzibar

💫 Tier - Boutique / Eco
Safari / Wildlife -&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas, The Highlands
Beach -Matemwe Retreat, Zuri Zanzibar

💫 Tier - Family-Friendly
Safari / Wildlife - Singing Grass, Oliver’s Camp
Beach - Zuri Zanzibar, Park Hyatt Zanzibar

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Expert Tips

  • Best Proposal Spot: Sunrise balloon ride over the Serengeti.

  • Most Romantic Season: February — calving season in Serengeti + perfect Zanzibar weather.

  • Packing: Light linens for the beach, layers for cool safari mornings.

  • Extra Touch: Arrange a surprise Swahili dinner on a secluded sandbank