8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour Overview
The 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar private tour is the perfect all-in-one experience for travelers with limited time who want to explore Tanzania’s greatest highlights in just over a week. This private tour includes a scenic Kilimanjaro day hike, an unforgettable Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti safari experience, and relaxing beach adventures in Zanzibar.
This 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar private tour is ideal for families with children, couples, or senior citizens, and it’s fully customizable — it can start from either Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro based on your preference. The 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar tour includes a wide range of accommodations, from comfortable midrange lodges to luxury options.
From arrival to departure, everything is carefully handled to ensure a smooth, safe, and stress-free adventure — so you can focus entirely on enjoying your experience.
8 days kilimanjaro serengeti and zanzibar private tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Start of Your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour
Welcome to Tanzania! Your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour begins with a friendly meet-and-greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) by your personal guide. You’ll then be transferred to your hotel in Arusha where you can relax and prepare for the adventure ahead. Depending on your arrival time, explore the charming town of Moshi, the gateway to Tanzania’s wild wonders.
📍 Overnight stay in Moshi at a hotel or lodge of your choice.
Day 2: Kilimanjaro Day Hike – Marangu Gate or Shira Plateau
Today, the 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour takes you on an exciting Kilimanjaro day hike. You can choose between two scenic routes:
Marangu Route: Hike through lush rainforest to Mandara Hut, where you may spot blue monkeys and tropical birds.
Shira Plateau (Cathedral Point): A high-altitude trek with stunning views of Kilimanjaro’s glaciers and alpine landscapes.
This one-day Kilimanjaro hiking experience offers a close encounter with Africa’s tallest mountain and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
📍 Return to Arusha for dinner and overnight at your hotel or lodge.
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Journey to Serengeti
After breakfast, continue your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour with a drive to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the UNESCO-listed caldera for a thrilling game drive among lions, black rhinos, elephants, zebras, hippos, and flamingos. After lunch near the hippo pool, drive onward to the Serengeti National Park, arriving by sunset.
📍 Overnight in Central Serengeti in a lodge or tented camp.
Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Safari – Wildlife & Migration
Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Serengeti — a highlight of your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour. Look out for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, and hyenas in their natural habitat across vast savannahs and acacia-studded plains.
🔁 Migration Option: If your tour dates align with the Great Wildebeest Migration, you’ll be transferred to Northern Serengeti to witness the dramatic Mara River crossing — one of nature’s most unforgettable spectacles.
📍 Overnight in Serengeti (central or north, depending on the season).
Day 5: Morning Safari & Flight to Zanzibar + Sunset Dhow Cruise
Start your day with a final early morning Serengeti safari before flying to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour shifts to a tropical island paradise. Enjoy a relaxing evening on a traditional sunset dhow cruise, sailing across the Indian Ocean with fresh drinks and mesmerizing views.
📍 Overnight in a beach resort in Nungwi or Paje, Zanzibar.
Day 6: Mnemba Atoll Snorkeling & Baraka Natural Aquarium
After breakfast, set off to Mnemba Atoll, Zanzibar’s premier snorkeling site. Swim alongside colorful reef fish and maybe spot dolphins in crystal-clear waters. Later, visit the Baraka Natural Aquarium, where you’ll interact with sea turtles — a favorite for all ages. This marine day is a unique part of the 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour.
📍 Overnight at your Zanzibar beach resort.
Day 7: Full-Day Safari Blue Tour – Ocean Adventure & Seafood Lunch
Today, your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour continues with the popular Safari Blue Tour. Sail to hidden sandbanks, snorkel vibrant lagoons, swim in mangrove pools, and enjoy a freshly grilled seafood BBQ under swaying palm trees. This full-day excursion blends relaxation, fun, and cultural connection in a stunning setting.
📍 Overnight in Zanzibar.
Day 8: Spice Farm Tour, Stone Town & Departure
Conclude your 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour with a visit to a traditional Spice Farm, where you’ll discover the island’s aromatic treasures—cinnamon, vanilla, cloves, and tropical fruits. Afterwards, take a guided tour through Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site full of Swahili-Arabian history. Finally, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure.
✅ Why Choose This 8 Days Kilimanjaro Serengeti & Zanzibar Private Tour?
🕒 Perfect for time-conscious travelers — explore Kilimanjaro, Serengeti & Zanzibar in just 8 days
👨👩👧👦 Ideal for families, couples, and senior citizens
🔄 Flexible & customizable itinerary — start from either Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar
🏨 Variety of accommodations — choose midrange or luxury stays
🤝 All-inclusive experience — we manage everything from arrival to departure for a stress-free adventure
