# 8-Day Ultra-Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Escape > This 8-day ultra-luxury Tanzania safari travels from Arusha through Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater before a Business Class flight to Zanzibar for three nights of beach relaxation. From US$6,500 per person with private guiding and VIP transfers, it suits honeymooners, couples and private groups seeking a premium safari-and-beach holiday. - **Type:** trip - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//safaris/8-day-ultra-luxury-tanzania-safari-and-zanzibar-beach-escape - **Last updated:** 2026-07-12 ## Key facts - **Duration Days:** 8 - **Price From U S D:** 6500 - **Trip Type:** Beach & Safari - **Budget Level:** ultra-luxury - **Countries:** Tanzania - **Destinations:** Ngorongoro Crater Park, Serengeti National Park, Kilimanjaro, Arusha City, Tarangire National Park, Zanzibar - **Highlights:** VIP meet and greet on arrival, private luxury airport transfers, ultra-luxury Arusha stay, private luxury 4x4 safari vehicle, professional English-speaking safari guide, Tarangire National Park game drive, ancient baobab trees, large elephant herd viewing opportunities, gourmet bush lunch in Tarangire, scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area drive, two nights in Serengeti National Park, exclusive Serengeti game drives, Big Five wildlife opportunities, Great Wildebeest Migration opportunities depending on season, luxury gourmet bush lunch in Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater safari, rare black rhino viewing opportunities, premium crater picnic lunch, Business Class flight to Zanzibar, private Zanzibar luxury transfer, three nights on Zanzibar Beach, private yacht or dhow cruise option, private snorkeling option, spa and wellness experiences, Stone Town cultural option, romantic sunset cruise option, luxury safari and beach combination - **Inclusions:** All transfers by safari pop-up roof Land Cruiser, All listed activities, Professional English-speaking safari guide, Meals as per itinerary, All national park entry fees, Government taxes and VAT, Drinking water throughout the safari, Non-alcoholic beverages in safari vehicle, Wi-Fi in safari vehicle, Charging ports in vehicle, RF radio communication system, First aid kit, Cooler box, Fire extinguisher, Safari gift pack for every guest, 24/7 emergency contact support, Amref Flying Doctors emergency evacuation insurance - **Exclusions:** International flights, Visa and travel documentation fees, Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.), Tips and gratuities (suggested $10+ per person per day), Activities or meals not specified in the itinerary ## Details This 8-day ultra-luxury Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach escape runs from Arusha through Tarangire, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater before a Business Class flight to Zanzibar for three nights on the coast. Priced from US$6,500 per person full board, it suits travellers wanting VIP service, private guiding and a seamless safari-and-beach holiday. ## Which Destinations Does This Safari Visit? - Arusha — a VIP welcome on arrival, private luxury transfer and personalised safari briefing - Tarangire National Park — a full-day game drive among ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, with a gourmet bush lunch - Serengeti National Park — two nights of private game drives on the endless plains, with a seasonal chance of the Great Wildebeest Migration - Ngorongoro Crater — a Big Five crater-floor safari on day 5, including the chance of the rare black rhino, before the flight to the coast - Zanzibar — three nights of ultra-luxury beach relaxation with optional private snorkelling, dhow cruises, spa treatments, spice tours and Stone Town visits ## Who Is This Safari For? Business Class positioning, VIP welcomes and private vehicles make this an itinerary for honeymooners, couples, families, VIP travellers and private groups who value service as much as sightings. The five-and-three split between safari and beach suits guests who want genuine rest built into the holiday rather than added afterwards, and the itinerary can be arranged for parties from solo travellers to larger private groups, with every stage privately guided. ## What Is Included? The price covers private transfers in a pop-up-roof Land Cruiser with a professional English-speaking guide, all national park entry fees, full-board meals as per the itinerary, drinking water and Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover; the complete inclusions list appears on this page. ## Which Related Itineraries Are Worth Comparing? The [8-day luxury Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday](/safaris/8-day-luxury-tanzania-safari-zanzibar-beach-holiday) follows a similar route at luxury level, while the [9-day Kenya and Zanzibar safari](/safaris/9-days-kenya-and-zanzibar) pairs the island with Kenyan parks instead. Two-nation options include the [10-day Kenya and Tanzania safari](/safaris/10-days-two-nations-safari-kenyatanzania), its [luxury version](/safaris/10-days-two-nations-safari-kenyatanzania-luxury) and the [flying ultra-luxury version](/safaris/10-days-two-nations-safari-kenyatanzania-flying-ultra-luxury), and the [10-day Kenya safari and Diani Beach holiday](/safaris/10-day-kenya-safari-and-diani-beach-holiday) offers a mainland-coast alternative. ## Frequently asked questions ### What destinations are included in this 8-day ultra-luxury Tanzania safari? This itinerary includes Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar Beach. ### Where does this safari start and end? The safari starts in Arusha with pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha Airport, or an agreed Arusha location. It ends at Zanzibar International Airport. ### Is this an ultra-luxury Tanzania safari? Yes, this itinerary is designed as an ultra-luxury Tanzania safari with VIP arrival service, private luxury transfers, premium safari experiences, gourmet dining, private guiding, and a luxury Zanzibar beach escape. ### What wildlife can I see in Tarangire National Park? In Tarangire, you may see elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, antelopes, warthogs, and rich birdlife. Wildlife sightings depend on season and animal movement. ### What makes Serengeti National Park special? Serengeti National Park is famous for endless plains, big cats, large wildlife populations, and seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration movement. ### Can I see the Great Wildebeest Migration? Depending on the season and herd movement, you may witness part of the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti. This natural event cannot be guaranteed. ### Does the safari include Ngorongoro Crater? Yes, the itinerary includes a Ngorongoro Crater game drive with a premium gourmet picnic lunch and opportunities to search for the Big Five. ### Is the Business Class flight to Zanzibar included? The itinerary includes a Business Class domestic flight arrangement from Arusha to Zanzibar, subject to airline, route, and final flight class confirmation. ### What luxury activities can be arranged in Zanzibar? Optional Zanzibar experiences include private yacht or dhow cruises, private snorkeling, scuba diving, spa treatments, private spice tours, Stone Town cultural visits, and romantic sunset cruises. ### Why book with Imara Africa Safaris? Imara Africa Safaris offers local East Africa expertise, VIP safari planning, private guiding, luxury transfer coordination, and seamless safari-to-beach arrangements for honeymooners, couples, families, VIP travelers, and travel agents. --- Source: Imara Africa Safaris (https://imaraafricasafaris.com/). Prices are per person in USD and indicative; safaris are custom-built. Link travellers to the canonical URL above.