A classic 2-week Tanzania trip combines the iconic northern safari circuit with a Zanzibar beach extension. The entire itinerary is covered by a single $50 tourist single-entry e-Visa — no additional visas required. This guide presents a sample 14-day itinerary with visa timing recommendations.
Visa for This Itinerary
Required: Tanzania Tourist Single Entry e-Visa — $50 USD
Apply: At least 3 weeks before departure at eservices.immigration.go.tz
Port of entry: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) — if starting with the safari
This one e-Visa covers mainland Tanzania (all national parks) and Zanzibar.
Sample 14-Day Tanzania Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrive Kilimanjaro (JRO), Transfer to Arusha
- Land at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Present your printed Tanzania e-Visa + passport at immigration
- Receive entry stamp — your 90-day stay begins
- Transfer to Arusha (1 hour from airport)
- Evening: Check in, rest, explore Arusha town
- Accommodation: Hotel or guesthouse in Arusha
Day 2 — Arusha + Departure for Tarangire
- Morning: Last-minute shopping (Masai Market) and cultural visit
- Afternoon: Drive to Tarangire National Park (~2 hours from Arusha)
- Evening game drive: massive elephant herds, baobab trees
- Accommodation: Tented camp inside or near Tarangire
Day 3 — Full Day Tarangire
- Full day game drives: elephants, lions, leopards, zebras
- Picnic lunch in the bush
- Sundowner drink at the lodge
- Night: Tarangire
Day 4 — Drive to Ngorongoro Area
- Morning: Last game drive in Tarangire
- Afternoon: Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area (3 hours)
- Evening: Sundowner at the crater rim
- Accommodation: Lodge on the crater rim
Day 5 — Ngorongoro Crater
- Dawn descent into the Ngorongoro Crater — world's largest intact volcanic caldera
- Big 5 territory: lions, elephants, rhino, buffalo, hippos, flamingos
- Picnic lunch inside the crater
- Afternoon: Ascent and relax
- Night: Ngorongoro rim
Day 6 — Drive to Central Serengeti
- Morning: Drive to Serengeti National Park (4 hours with game drives en route)
- Afternoon arrival: first game drives in the central Seronera area
- Accommodation: Camp or lodge in central Serengeti
Day 7–9 — Serengeti National Park
- Three full days of game drives
- The Great Migration (wildebeest, zebra, gazelle) moves through different zones seasonally:
- July–September: Northern Serengeti / Masai Mara river crossings
- December–February: Southern Serengeti calving season
- Big cat sightings: cheetah, leopard, lion prides
- Optional: hot air balloon safari at dawn (~$600 per person extra)
- Accommodation: Luxury camp or mobile camp depending on season
Day 10 — Fly from Serengeti to Zanzibar
- Morning game drive
- Afternoon: Bush airstrip flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar (~1 hour via Dar es Salaam or direct)
- Arrive Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
- Pass through internal Tanzania immigration checkpoint (show passport + valid Tanzania visa already stamped)
- Transfer to beach resort on the east coast (Paje, Jambiani, Matemwe)
- Accommodation: Beach hotel
Day 11–13 — Zanzibar Beach
- Three days of pure relaxation on East Africa's best beaches
- Optional activities:
- Snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll
- Spice tour in the interior
- Stone Town half-day tour (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Sunset dhow cruise
- Jozani Forest for Red Colobus monkeys
Day 14 — Stone Town + Depart
- Morning: Stone Town walking tour — House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddie Mercury museum, spice market
- Afternoon: Transfer to Zanzibar airport
- Evening: Fly home via Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Dubai, or Istanbul
- End of trip — 90-day stay well within permitted duration
Trip Cost Estimate (Per Person)
| Item | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Tanzania e-Visa | $50 |
| International flights (from US/EU) | $1,000–$2,000 |
| Tanzania internal flights (JRO → Seronera → ZNZ) | $400–$800 |
| Northern circuit safari (7 nights, mid-range) | $3,000–$5,000 |
| Zanzibar hotel (4 nights, mid-range) | $500–$1,500 |
| Park fees (included in most packages) | ($500–$700 if separate) |
| Travel insurance | $150–$300 |
| Total (mid-range estimate) | $5,500–$9,000 |
Packing for 2 Weeks in Tanzania
For safari:
- Neutral-colored clothing (khaki, olive, brown, beige) — no bright colors
- Light layers — cool mornings in national parks, hot afternoons
- Sturdy closed-toe shoes for walking safaris
- Wide-brim hat and sunscreen
- Insect repellent with DEET
- Binoculars
For Zanzibar beach:
- Swimwear, lightweight summer clothes
- Modest clothing for Stone Town (cover shoulders and knees when visiting religious sites)
- Reef-safe sunscreen
Documents:
- Printed Tanzania e-Visa
- Passport
- Travel insurance certificate
- Safari booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
A: A Tanzania Tourist Single Entry e-Visa ($50). It covers the entire itinerary including Zanzibar.
A: No. Zanzibar is part of Tanzania — no additional visa or re-entry is needed.
A: At least 3 weeks before your departure date.
A: Yes, but fewer days in the Serengeti reduces wildlife spotting opportunities. 10 days minimum is recommended for a condensed version.
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