Value Tanzania: Safari + Zanzibar Beaches – 100% female powered
Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti – Zanzibar – Great Migration
Join other Solo Female Travelers on a female-led expedition tracking wildlife through the Ngorongoro Crater Region and the Central Serengeti, before relaxing on the beaches of Zanzibar, all while staying in unique hand-picked properties.
Highlights: The Big 5 | Picnic lunches | Sundowners in the bush | Famous Ngorongoro Crater – a collapsed volcano home to more than 30,000 animals | Female driver-guides | The Great Migration** | White sand beaches
Activity level: Low, but expect to spend several hours a day in a 4×4 car in search of wildlife.
Value for money | No mandatory single supplements* | 15 spots
*Prices per person, we pair you with another solo traveler **For tours scheduled during this phenomenon
Trip Overview
- 28 August to 7 September, 2026: The Great Migration
- 11 to 21 September, 2026: The Great Migration
- 23 December 2026 to 2 January, 2027: Xmas + NYE
Glory Salema, our local guide
Looking to spoil yourself? Click here to view our Luxe Safari which stays in luxury 5* accommodations and is all inclusive (alcoholic beverages on safari too).
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive in Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania!
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), make your way to our hotel before meeting the tour. If you’re in a window seat when flying into JRO, you can often see Kilimanjaro on a clear day.
If you arrive earlier in the day, chill by the pool read a book or venture into town.
We will all gather at the Welcome drinks, where you will meet your travel buddies and participate in a cultural performance and demonstration by an all-female Maasai troupe.
Our private performance will be carried out by our Maasai women friends who have been welcoming all our guests since we started tours in the country in 2021.
They will sing and dance traditional celebratory Maasai songs in their traditional outfit and show you how to. Wear their intricate beaded necklaces or blankets and join in the fun!
After the performance, we will enjoy our firat dinner in Tanzania.
Airport transfers: Two airport transfers per tour, to meet most guests on day 1 (based on flight details). If arriving pre tour, or outside the group transfer times, we can help arrange a private driver for you, and pair you with others in the group arriving at the same time.
Overnight at Kili Seasons or Villa Maua
Depending on the departure date, we will stay at either Kili Seasons or Villa Maua.
Cape Dutch inspired Kili Season is a newly opened resort surrounded by farm houses and wilderness.
The lodge features a large swimming pool, spacious rooms and a cozy manor house restaurant and offers a respite from Arusha’s traffic and noise.
Villa Maua has just nine spacious garden rooms, also in Cape Dutch style, and is in the center of the city. We love it for its cosy warmth and home-style hospitality.
All the rooms have private verandas overlooking the lush tropical gardens. All rooms are air conditioned, with private en-suites and a full range of ‘Amarula’ amenities. There is a cozy swimming pool to cool down after a hot day and a welcming lounge to read a book.
Kili Seasons
Villa Maua
Days 2 : Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast at the hotel, we will start our drive towards the Great Rift Valley for a morning game drive and exploration.
We will visit either Lake Manyara National Park or Tarangire National Park, depending on the rains, the weather and recent wildlife viewing opportunities.
Our guides are up to date with previous day’s wildlife viewing and spotting and will decide on the best choice for the group.
Both parks are famous for their tree-climbing lions, flamingos, breathtaking scenery and in the case of Lake Manyara, the soda-ash lake in the center.
You will have a first taste of safari game drives in these relatively small parks where we get a flavor of what to expect before the more famous Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti.
Lunch will be a classic safari picnic within the park, while enjoying a glimpse of the great wild of Northern Tanzania.
In the late afternoon, we will check in to our lodge, located just outside the Ngorongoro Crater, where we will spend two nights.
Sunset drinks are offered, complimentary, at the lodge’s wonderful terrace, which has views over the lodge’s farm and gardens.
Dinner will be served at the lodge’s veranda or indoors, depending the weather, and if the weather is chilly, you can ask the staff to light your room’s fireplace for you.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House
Colonial style Ngorongoro Farm House is a working coffee plantation with thatched roof tops, ample verandas and colonial interiors.
Rooms come with their own fireplaces and the lodge has views over Oldeani volcano.
The beautiful gardens and coffee bushes surrounding the property will make you feel right among nature.
Day 3 : Ngorongoro Crater
We will wake up early to be the first to enter the park and avoid the crowds and the traffic entering Ngorongoro Crater.
This way, we will also be one of the first cars to enter the caldera and enjoy the first sightings of the day without other cars around.
After clearing entry formalities and permits, we will drive along the volcano’s rim to a viewpoint from where we can see its expansiveness and beauty. We will stop for a photo opportunity before continuing our drive and descending into the vocano’s center.
Game viewing here has been described by UNESCO as the eighth wonder of the world and Ngorongoro Crater is always a highlight because of the very high concentration of wildlife that at times seems impossible.
This is a collapsed volcano – an incredible natural amphitheater, 25 km across, and teeming with more than 30,000 protected animals, including all The Big 5. It is common to drive along zebra and spot large herds of elephants.
This is also where efforts have been carried out to reintroduce black rhino, though rangers keep these rare animals, the target of poachers, away from the main roads, so we usually spot them in the distance.
Our game drive in the crater often includes lionesses and their babies taking shade under our car, large herds of zebra that are intent on blocking the road, elephants wandering into the picnic area and hippos bathing in the mud surrounded by flamingos.
The landscapes here are incredible and the sighting of wildlife agains the volcano’s caldera walls is unparalleled, making Ngorongoro Crater one of the most incredible safari locations.
We will bring our own packed picnic lunch so we can maximize our time in the Crater. We usually stop midday to enjoy it by the hippo pool, where these funny animals are often seen outsode of the water. Be careful not to get your lunch stolen by the very smart birds!
In the evening, amazed by the incredible day we’ve had, we will return to the lodge for the night. Take one of the lodge’s free coffee plantation tours, join in the sunset drinks and exchange stories with your fellow travel mates around the camp fire.
The temperatures drop in this high altitude area, so ask the staff to light your cottage’s fireplace if you want to feel extra warm.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House
Colonial style Ngorongoro Farm House is a working coffee plantation with thatched roof tops, ample verandas and colonial interiors.
Rooms come with their own fireplaces and the lodge has views over Oldeani volcano. The beautiful gardens and coffee bushes surrounding the property will make you feel right among nature.
Days 4 to 6 : Central and Northern Serengeti
On day 4, we will move into the heart of Tanzania, to the famous Central Serengeti, known for its prime wildlife-viewing and for being one of the most well known safari parks in the world.
On our way to the Serengeti, we will drive through Maasai territory and pass through several Maasai villages and stunning landscapes, all the way spotting animals.
Upon arrival at the Serengeti National Park’s gate, our guides will clear entry formalities and permits while we enjoy a picnic lunch at the rest area.
We will then enter the park and enjoy a game drive as we make our way to the lodge.
Serengeti’s picture-perfect landscape is characterised by endless stretches of savanna-covered open plains, interspersed by rocky outcrops of granite, scattered with acacia woodlands and a network of rivers and streams that attract all sorts of wildlife.
The Central Serengeti forms part of the great wildebeest and zebra migration and provides an ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife such as giraffe, impala, hippo, elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, jackal, serval and much more.
This is one of the most prolific and rich eco-systems when it comes to wildlife and decades of successful anti-poaching efforts have facilitated large herds of animals that do not feel threatened by human presence and can get quite close to the vehicles, even looking for share under them, just like in Ngorongoro Crater.
In the past, we have had cheetah jump on our car’s roofs on two ocasions.
We will enjoy the next three nights in an amazing, secluded area of the park, viewing African wildlife by day and enjoying the calls of the animals from our intimate lodge at night.
Bring your binoculars and be prepared to witness nature’s most incredible spectacle.
Every morning, wake up to the sound of calling hyena as the sun rises over the horizon and the lovely staff prepare your freshly cooked breakfast.
We will look for leopards and cheetah on trees, lions mating in the tall grasses, large herds of zebra and impala, towering giraffes often in small groups and very large elephant families with members of all ages.
Animals can get really close to our safari vehicles, sometimes less than a meter from your window.
We’ll pop the car’s roof up and stop to admire the big cats and the many unbothered animals, not scared of humans.
At sunset, we will get back to camp to marvel at the sun setting behind the hills by the camp fire or pick a spot for a sundowner with a view.
During The Great Migration, our game drive will move north towards the Mara River to witness the magical river crossing.
While this is a phenomenon that cannot be predicted, September sees the large herds of zebra and wildebeest cross the river to make their way south from Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Park to the Serengeti, following the rains and the green grass.
This incredible spectacle sees thousands of animals cross the gushing river among expectant crocodiles and strong currents. Some don’t make it to the other side an succumb to the circle of life.
Seeing the thousands of animals cross is a once in a lifetime experience.
OPTIONAL EXTRA – Why not take an unforgettable sunrise flight over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon! On the second morning in the Serengeti, we will wake up before dawn to drive to the balloon take off station for a once in a lifetime experience you won’t regret.
Overnight at Serengeti Queens Tented Camp or Mara Under Canvas
Serengeti Queens is the only accommodation in Tanzania that is owned and operated by a local woman and fully staffed by women.
Our Lead Guide, Glory, obtained her permit to open Serengeti Queens in 2024 with the hope of bringing more women to guiding.
Through the camp, she hopes to provide training and real life work experience to Tanzanian women looking to work in the lucrative tourism industry.
The camp is located in a privileged location in the Central Serengeti and is surrounded by wildlife and in the path of the Great Migration and solar powered.
Ten free-standing tents sit on elevated platforms and are careful designed and colorfully decorated. Rooms are spacious and outdoor verandas look out to the expansive nature around.
Only for September departures
Given the Northern Serengeti location of the Great Migration in September, the group will spend 2 nights at Mara Under Canvas Lodge and 1 night at Serengeti Queens instead of all 3 nights at Serengeti Queens.
Mara under canvas is a mobile tented cap, as are most of the camps set up for the Great Migration.
This means that there is no permanent infrastructure and, when the migration ends, the camps are packed and stored until the next season.
Toilets and showers work as you would use them at home, but water is heated by the staff when you wish to take a shower. Tents and beds are comfortable, and furniture is convenient but simple.
This is the best way to witness the migration and enjoy uninterrupted and immersive wildlife sightings.
On our departures, we are likely going to be the only guests at the camp.
Note: Serengeti Queens and Mara Under Canvas, like most lodges in Tanzania, are unfenced and wild animals may roam into the camp’s area. The lodges’ security teams will escort you to and from the tents at night.
Serengeti Queens
Mara under Canvas
Day 7 : Farewell Serengeti, Hello Zanzibar!
We’ll do a final game drive in the Serengeti National Park in the morning of day 7 before boarding a small propeller plane on our flight to Zanzibar Island.
These small planes are unpressurised and fly relatively low for a true scenic experience.
Zanzibar island is characterised by exquisite white sand beaches fringed by palm trees and lapped by turquoise waters lined with coral reefs brimming with an abundance of exotic marine life.
After landing, we will head over to our beach resort for 3 days of relaxation, seaside living and, if you feel like it, adventures in Zanzibar!
Overnight at Nungwi Dreams
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis, an Accor 5* property, is a seafront resort in the north part of the island near the turtle conservation project and the sandy beaches of Nungwi.
This is the best location for the beach and the resort is right in front of one of the few white sand stretches of beach on the island that does not fully disappear with the tides, and near a pretty sandbank.
The two infinity pools and the rooftop bar, from where beautiful sunsets are enjoyed, are a plus. Some of the rooms will have sea views and the open air restaurant serves themed buffet nights with live music.
Nungwi is the most active part of the island, so we will be within walking distance to most of the best activities available as well as other restaurants and bars.
Days 8 & 9 : Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Your last few days in Tanzania are all about relaxation and beach life.
You will have free time to soak in the coast, or participate in a number of optional activities, including reef-walking, kayaking, kite-surfing, spa treatments, snorkelling, and scuba diving that the hotel offers.
If you are feeling adventurous and want to explore the island, you can book an excursion out of the resort and go sky diving, visit Monkey Forest or an otter sanctuary.
Plan your days as you please and decide how much or how little activity you’d like to set yourself up for.
The hotel has two infinity pools, one child-free, a rooftop bar with incredible sunset views and a spa that will melt your worries away.
Your meal plan is half-board, this means breakfast and group dinners are included and you are free to venture out for lunch as many excursions include lunch.
NOTE: On our Christmas and New Year’s Even trip, the order of the hotels in Zanzibar will be swapped in order to spend New Year’s Eve in Nungwi instead of in Stone Town.
Day 10 & 11 : Stone Town
After one last breakfast, perhaps an early morning sandbank walk and lunch at our beach resort, we will check out and jump on the minibus headed towards Stone Town.
We will check in into our hotel and have some free time for lunch, shopping or exploring the maze of streets of this UNESCO-listed city.
Take your time to get lost among the alleyways, admire the intricately carved doors or drop into some of the town’s quaint shops.
In the evening, we will reconvene at the rooftop of one of the famous wind towers of Stone Town for a sunset farewell dinner high above the city at a hip rooftop bar.
On Day 11, enjoy one last breakfast in paradise and maybe sneak in some more shopping before heading to the airport in time for your flight. The hotle can help organize an airport transfer.
Overnight at Spice tree by Turaco, Marriott Bonvoy member
Spice Tree Hotel is hosted in one if the traditional and historic tall buildings in Stone Town, at the heart of the UNESCO listed city, an unbeatable location to explore this fascinating town.
Rooms are traditionally decorated with dark wood and carved furniture pieces and are very spacious.
The rooftop restaurant and bar is a great place to see the sunset and there is an indoor pool and quiet garden cafe at an adjacent building that is part of the hotel.
About Your Host, Glory
Glory Thobias Salema is one of the very few female guides in Tanzania and was recognised as the Best Female Guide by Tanzania National Park Authority (TANAPA) in 2017, 2018 and 2019 and received awards from Mr. Kigwangala, Tanzania’s Minister of Tourism and Natural Resources.
Glory can not only take you on safari but also to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro being one of the first 2 female guides in the country.
She is passionate about empowering women and girls in tourism and founded the Tanzania Women Guides Foundation, an NGO focused on training women to become guides and connecting them to opportunities in tourism so the future generations are more gender balanced.
Glory is a real inspiration to our guests and to local guides in Tanzania. As we go on game drives through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro craters, you will notice how other guides, who are 99.9% male, turn heads at her taking the lead on cross-country safari trips.
She is thrilled to share with you the beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness and will no doubt make the trip unforgettable.
Guest feedback
Sydney – “I was expecting to use my binocular all the time but animals were so close, it was euphoric. I made so many good friends. Glory is a superhero, she is so passionate about women in Tanzania moving forward in roles that were meant for men. She also made me laugh so much my face hurt. I never thought I would enjoy group tours as a solo female traveler but I will now highly recommend others go on a group tour with other women”
Shelly – “This entire trip was the trip of a lifetime. I really loved the tent in the Serengeti, it was so beautiful to be in nature and see the stars. Being able to support women around the world, and being able to support Glory and her then supporting other women is such a profound experience. Zanzibar is beautiful and it is the perfect way to end the trip”
Elena – “Glory made me feel very safe; she is so knowledgeable about animals and loved to share this with us. This trip confirmed that I want to have a career around animals. Being on a women-only tour made me feel very comfortable, like we were sisters”
Vera – “I loved being in the tent and just connecting with nature. Glory is a role model; she takes every opportunity to elevate women whenever she can. I was very inspired by the other guests on the trip and enjoyed meeting different women that I would not have otherwise met”
Angie – “From castles in Scotland to the vast plains of the Serengeti…wineries throughout Tuscany, many islands in Greece, and the beautiful artistry in and around Barcelona…Solo Female Travelers have shown me worlds I never could have imagined. As my current (5th) tour with Solo Female Travelers starts the final leg with a flight from Tanzania to Zanzibar, I’m asked by fellow travelers “which trip was your favorite or would you recommend?” I honestly can’t pick just one.
Each of the 5 tours I’ve been on has had unique experiences that evoke feelings that literally change me to the core of my soul. The one unique theme for all tours are the incredible women I’ve met on each and every tour. I’ve literally met women from all over the world. I have met women who are healing from heartbreak, finding themselves, and celebrating personal achievements. Mothers and daughters, friends traveling together, and individuals. Everyone has a story to tell, and a reason they chose SFT.
Each woman I’ve met has left an impact in me. From my fellow guests to the guides, and all of the female owned business owners, we all share the desire to make the world better, and safer place for women to travel. Guides who share the culture, history, and traditions of their country are absolutely fascinating as I’m in awe of their vast knowledge. The businesses owners who are so happy to see us as we come through their doors, greeting us with welcoming smiles. And, of course the thumbs up, high fives, and jaw dropping awe from other travelers here in Africa as they realize that here is the ONLY tour group, guided, and fully curated by and for women. It makes me so proud to be part of it.
I’ve been part of the “SFT Family” since I first ventured out of the states in June of 2022 on my way to Tuscany. Before the trip was over, I was already telling Mar that I wanted to go to Greece, so I booked it as soon as I got home. I’ve since said I’d like to go on every tour they offer…but they just keep adding more and more, so I’m not sure I’ll ever catch up! But that won’t stop me from trying.
I tell everyone I know or run into about SFT and share their mission, their passion for promoting women traveling, and the incredible experiences I’ve had. The most common feedback I receive is “the tours are very expensive.” My response is always the same…”just book ONE trip, and you will understand the value of these tours. I’ve been to Tuscany June 2022, Greece June 2023, Barcelona (sensual) October 2023, Scotland July 2024, and Tanzania/Zanzibar September 2024.
Where will Meg, Mar, and the entire Solo Female Travelers team take me next…maybe Cuba…Croatia…Iceland? So many adventures just waiting for me to pick. One thing for sure…as long as I’m traveling by myself abroad, it will ALWAYS be with Solo Female Travelers!”
Hannah – “When I first signed up for the Tanzania Value tour, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but I can now say that this trip was over and above anything I could have expected. The accommodations were beyond amazing, with the most beautiful farmhouses, camps and resorts. Our guides, Glory, Elizabeth, and Renata made this even more exceptional, by taking care of us and directing us with their expert driving and animal spotting on the incredible safari drives through Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and the Serengeti – I will never get over how many animals we saw! Ending the trip with some beach and culture in Zanzibar was just icing on the cake!”
Marta – “The trip to Tanzania was a fantastic experience! It was so memorable and unique, and I strongly recommend it to everyone. Tanzania is beautiful! On Safari, we saw so many animals up close; the scenery was breathtaking, and the local guides were amazing; a special shout-out to Glory and Harry. Mar and Meg did a terrific job preparing us for the trip and answering all our questions. Hakuna Matata and go ahead and book your trip to Tanzania!”
Bekah – “Mar and Meg are absolutely amazing and accommodating! They were able to be agile with our requests while still providing AMAZING service and ensuring an immersion into the Culture of Africa/Maasai/Zanzibar people. Would greatly recommend!!! You can never go wrong with SFT group nor the tour operators. Huge Shout Out to Glory Thobias!!!”
Jasmin – “Solo travel is very intimating but this is exactly what I needed to take the step to travel alone! This trip made me feel confident that I can actually explore the world safely while meeting new people and having one in a lifetime experiences.”
Irina – “The trip was truly an experience of a lifetime! The itinerary, accommodations, guides – everything was no less than perfect. I cannot imagine pulling a trip like this off on my own. It exceeded my expectations in every aspect!”
Angela – “I just returned from a safari trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar. The entire trip exceeded my expectations from the detailed planning and packing lists to the amazing animals we saw on the safari to the hot water bottles in our tents at night and morning coffee delivered by the amazing camp staff. The guides especially Glory Thobias were knowledgeable and went to extremes to make sure our experience was an unforgettable one, she knew the best spots to find the wildlife and had amazing driving skills. We were lucky enough to have a group of ladies in our group who were strangers when we met who meshed perfectly which enhanced the trip even more. Would recommend the hot air balloon ride which was optional and amazing. Also recommend the spice farm tour and cooking class in Zanzibar which was a great and unique experience. The only problem now is how do I top that on my next vacation, it will be very hard to beat. Special thanks to Mar also for the amazing planning.”
Michelle – “I returned last month from the Tanzania and Zanzibar value tour. Our guide Glory was so knowledgable, kind, and fun – such an incredible guide out to have with us in the parks to view wildlife! Our experience on safari was nothing sort of an experience of a lifetime! We saw every animal and African landscape that I was hoping to experience. I felt so well cared for throughout the trip and the accommodations were very comfortable and added to the vacation experience. The trip communications and procedures were very clear and made packing and preparing for the trip very smooth. If you are looking to experience a once in a lifetime safari experience, I highly recommend the Solo Female Travelers Tanzania and Zanzibar trip!”
Jessica – “Amazing experience! I have now done the Iceland and the Tanzania trips. Both were fantastic. Very well thought out trips with great itineraries.”
Melissa – “We did the Tanzania trip with safari and Zanzibar and it was amazing!! Glory is a phenomenal tour guide and you can tell she absolutely loves her job. I can’t wait for my next trip with SFT!!”
Sheila – “Amazing tour with amazing guide. Glory knew just where to go to ensure we saw the best of the Serengeti – lions, cheetah, leopards, wildebeest, elephants, zebra, giraffes, crocodiles, hippos, and so much more! Great accommodation – especially the unique MoYo tent camp, where we slept in luxury to the sounds of lions, hyenas, and other wildlife right outside. The Great Migration was a highlight. Highly recommend this female-powered tour with three great guides!”
Sara – “My third trip with this group! Can’t commend enough, nothing is too much trouble! Every trip is well thought out, with expert women playing all the key roles. Absolutely cannot leave without talking about Glory, our tour leader, guide, driver, problem solver-in chief for Tanzania trip! Great guide, true local knowledge and helping to train in new women into the industry! Go girls!”
Courtney – “I just returned home from Solo Female Travelers’ June 2024 Tanzania Value Tour, and I don’t have the words to describe how amazing this trip was. Our guides – Glory, Elizabeth and Renata – were wonderful. They took us on safaris in Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti and we saw so many animals. Our sightings included leopards lying in trees, baby cheetahs playing, hyenas hunting, vultures descending on a carcass, buffaloes eating outside our tents in the middle of the night, ostriches doing their mating dance, wildebeest and zebras enjoying watering holes, agama lizards and crocodiles sunbathing, and so so much more.
Even though we were on the Value tour and not the Luxe tour the accommodations all felt like we were on the luxury tour – they were some of the fanciest places I’ve stayed at. But the best part of the whole trip was definitely the amazing, funny, interesting women that I got to share this experience with. So, if you’re thinking of doing a solo trip or are interested in doing any kind of trip to Africa, I highly recommend the Tanzania Value tour with Solo Female Travelers. I also highly recommend choosing the balloon safari add-on – it’s magical!”
Lisa – “I just got back from the Tanzania Value tour! Glory was an excellent safari guide and overall guide on the trip. Our additional guides on the trip were friendly and knowledgable as well 🙂
We saw wildebeest, giraffes, elephants, hyenas, crocodiles, zebras, leopards, hippos, baboons, many types of birds….and the highlight of the trip- a cheetah and her cubs AND so many lions and lion cubs!!! I had so much fun taking pictures on the trip. The accommodations on the trip were beyond my expectations. Zanzibar was beautiful and a welcome rest after 5 days of safari. I took advantage of the excursions available on the island including the Jozani Forest to see monkeys endemic to the island, snorkeling at the blue lagoon, and later a spice tour and cooking class at a spice farm.
It was a trip I will never forget and all the girls on the trip became fast friends!”
Tara – “I can not say enough about the Amazing experience that was had in Tanzania with SFT.
Mar was with us on this adventure and she made sure EVERYTHING was great! Our women safari guides were all exceptional,….ALL of them. Glory made sure to find us the Big 5,… and she is magical! I will not hesitate to make another trip with SFT. Smash that reservation button, and do it!”
Kathy – “Just finished a safari with Solo Travelers. Although I was one of eight who already knew each other, it was great getting to know the other women on the tour. Glory was tenacious about making sure we were front and centre and the team was superb. It was a sense of pride to see these women fighting the norm in a male dominated society. The accommodations and meals were excellent and I highly recommend SFT.”
Tatiana – “I went on the safari trip with Solo Female Travelers as a budding photographer – it was a life changing experience! I am so grateful to have had this opportunity, as an artist a bit burnt by the routine of wedding photography, this trip was just what I needed to be excited about what I do again.
Being so close to wildlife in their natural environment is something that every human should experience! And the fact that I got to travel and bond with other amazing women while having the best experiences curated for us was invaluable.”
Stacy – “Inspiring women and a wonderful trip. Glory knows where all the good spots are and she will make sure you see the all the animals you came to see.”
Joelle – “Tanzania Safari Trip – A Memorable Adventure with an Amazing Team
I recently had the pleasure of joining a Tanzania safari trip from August 29 to September 3, 2025, as part of a group of solo female travelers. This experience exceeded my expectations in every way.
Our tour was led by Glory, with incredible support from Marry and Renalda. These three women were not only excellent guides but also outstanding animal spotters and caretakers. They ensured that every member of the group felt safe, informed, and well looked after throughout the journey.
The trip was very well organized—from the daily itineraries to the quality of accommodations, everything was handled professionally and smoothly. Each lodge we stayed in was comfortable, clean, and had a local charm that added to the authenticity of the safari experience.
Unfortunately, I had to cut my trip short due to unforeseen personal circumstances. I want to give a special thanks to Glory, who went above and beyond to help arrange my flight and accommodation before departure. Her support made a stressful situation so much more manageable, and I’m truly grateful for that.
I also thoroughly enjoyed the company of the other women on the trip. It was such a kind, fun, and supportive group—sharing this adventure with them made it even more special.
Highly recommend this experience to any solo female travelers considering a safari in Tanzania. You’ll be in great hands.”
Alexandra – “Where do I even begin?! My bestie and I went on the Tanzania Value trip with Solo Female Travelers August 29th – September 8th, 2025.
Our guide, Glory, is a remarkable woman. She is truly spearheading the way for women working in the tourism industry in Tanzania which is a male dominated space. She guides with SFT, has opened her own camp in Serengeti (Serengeti Queens) which employees all women and has a foundation to grow women’s presence in the Tanzania tourism industry. She’s a badass and my forever idol. She is hilarious, witty, smart and extremely caring. I can’t wait to return one day and see everything she accomplishes.
As a part of her mission to increase female guides in the Serengeti and Kilimanjaro, she invited Mary to guide in the second vehicle. Mary is knowledgeable, kind and passionate about following her dreams. Mary partnered with our driver, Reynalda, who is a total badass. Reyna is learning English and will drop hilarious jokes as she’s listening along to the various conversations happening in the car. One day Mary led a singalong in our car with Reyna and I’ll never forget the joy it brought to everyone.
Onto the trip. Tarangine National Park, Ngorogoro Crater and the Serengeti provide a vast perspective to the ecosystem and wildlife in Tanzania. We saw lionesses taking down zebras, elephant babies taking a mud bath, leopards lounging in trees, cheetah babies staring at as curiously and the prehistoric rhino off in the distance, the great migration of wildebeest crossing the Mara River, and the list goes on & on & on. We saw the Big 5 and Ugly 5! It’s hard to explain just how special and amazing the days on Safari felt to me. Zanzibar was a great way to relax after the long days of game drives but the Serengeti will forever have my heart.
Finally, the women. We were a group of ten and had a wonderful time getting to know one another. We came from all over the world with a shared love for adventure. I will treasure all of the friendships that were created!
If you have the chance to travel with SFT, especially in Tanzania, do not hesitate!”
Joan – “This was a wonderful once in a lifetime experience that I will never forget. Glory our leader was very attentive and adjusted when it was required. The other drivers and guides were also top notch. I would be happy and honoured to go on another one of their tours.”
Gina – “A wonderful experience cultivated by strong women exploring the world together. Our guides were first class and made the experience even more special. They ensured that we were able to enjoy the best of the experience with safety. With gratitude, Gina.”
Chris – “After many years of dreaming, I gave myself an early retirement gift and crossed off a travel bucket list item. I had the absolute pleasure to join a wonderful group of women on the Value Tanzania SFT Aug 29-Sep 8th. It was everything I hoped for and more! We were SO well taken care of from all of the pre-trip arrangements, to the drivers and guides during our adventure. Glory is an incredible guide and leader and she was well supported by Marry and Renalda. We saw so many animals during our travels through Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. The accommodations were wonderful, especially the permanent tents. Lovely to fall asleep to the sounds of nature. Relaxing in Zanzibar after the safari portion was a perfect way to further bond with new friends. I was the eldest on the tour and at times did feel my age but was well supported by the whole group. Thank you so much to SFT for providing memories that I will look back on with love in the years ahead. Now I need to look at their other destinations to start dreaming again.”
Madeleine – “I can’t imagine doing a safari in any other way! Our local hosts, Glory, Mary, and Renalda were all so knowledgeable, caring, and accommodating. They worked at all hours to ensure we were enjoying our trip and had the opportunity to see all of the animals. I would recommend to any animal lover who loves the outdoors!”
Chris – “After many years of dreaming, I gave myself an early retirement gift and crossed off a travel bucket list item. I had the absolute pleasure to join a wonderful group of women on the Value Tanzania SFT Aug 29-Sep 8th. It was everything I hoped for and more!
We were SO well taken care of from all of the pre-trip arrangements, to the drivers and guides during our adventure. Glory is an incredible guide and leader and she was well supported by Marry and Renalda. We saw so many animals during our travels through Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. The accommodations were wonderful, especially the permanent tents. Lovely to fall asleep to the sounds of nature. Relaxing in Zanzibar after the safari portion was a perfect way to further bond with new friends.
I was the eldest on the tour and at times did feel my age but was well supported by the whole group. Thank you so much to SFT for providing memories that I will look back on with love in the years ahead. Now I need to look at their other destinations to start dreaming again.”
Kim – “I recently returned from the September Value Safari with Solo Female Travelers Club, and I can honestly say it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Sharing this adventure with my daughter made it even more special.
From the moment we booked, everything was clearly laid out – the pre-trip information was easy to follow with all the links and information needed to feel totally prepared – highly recommend reading all the emails. Our group of 10 bonded instantly – half the group traveled with a friend and the other half came solo. That didn’t matter – we all bonded on day one sitting by the pool! Most everyone that traveled without knowing anyone did book a solo room and I like having that option! The trip itself was phenomenal. Each day brought something new and unforgettable. We saw way more animals than I ever expected – and many came incredibly close to our land cruiser! It was thrilling, but never once did I feel uneasy. Not for a single moment during the entire trip. We were guided by three incredible professionals — Glory, our head guide, deserves an A+ for her leadership, warmth, and expertise. The other two guides (Nas and Rena — in the second vehicle) were equally fantastic! Together, Glory and her team made the adventure feel effortless and perfectly curated. Some of us did book the hot air balloon adventure and the 4:15am wake-up call was well worth it. I was in awe after the ride – breakfast in the Serengeti with many giraffes in the distance…a pinch me moment! One tip for future travelers: we moved between hotels and glamping tents quite a bit, so packing light is key (like they tell you). I tend to overpack, so that part was a bit tricky — but totally worth it for the experience! Laundry service was available at most of the stays.
I’m so grateful to Solo Female Travelers Club for creating such a thoughtful, empowering, and unforgettable journey. Now it’s – which trip do I next book with Solo Female Travelers Club. Highly, highly recommend!!”
Maria – “The Tanzania tour was an absolutely incredible experience! Everyone was so nice, the accommodations were mostly exceptional, and the jeep tours were amazing. We saw so many animals thanks to Glory! She went out of her way to show us so many beautiful sights. We also had a great group of women; everyone was friendly and inclusive. This was my first tour and it will be hard to top! I will make sure to write a Google review, and look forward to more tours with you.”
Inclusions
✔️ Local Female Drivers & Guides, the only ones in Tanzania
✔️ 2 arrival transfers to meet most guests on day 1 (based on flight details)
✔️ 10 Nights at 3-5* Accommodation (twin occupancy)
✔️ Full Board on Safari: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. See dietary requirements.
✔️ Half Board in Zanzibar (Breakfast & Dinner)
✔️ Non alcoholic drinks (water, juices, coffee) on safari
✔️ Alcoholic drinks at the Welcome and Farewell dinners
✔️ Ground Transportation throughout in 4×4 safari vehicles
✔️ Internal Flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar ($600)
✔️ National Park Fees ($1,250 approx)
Exclusions
✘ International flights to Arusha and from Zanzibar
✘ Travel & Medical Insurance (Required)
✘ Hot Air Ballooning in Serengeti (Optional Extra)
✘ Additional Snacks & Meals
✘ Alcoholic drinks unless otherwise mentioned
✘ Souvenirs
✘ Tips for your Driver / Guide – Guidance of $30 a day
✘ Tips for hotel / safari camp staff – Guidance of $5-10 USD per person per day
Payment Info
Only 14 Spots Available
$5,695 USD
Payment Plan:
30% non-refundable deposit to confirm your spot
Final balance due 120 days before the trip
*If the trip is cancelled by us before the balance is due, a full refund of the deposit will be issued minus any bank charges. Otherwise, payments are non refundable. By joining our trips you agree to our T&C.
The Solo Female Travelers difference – What makes us unique
All our tours follow the same values and philosophy that makes us who we are which you can find here. In Tanzania, something very special sets us apart from others: Our female safari guides.
No other tour company in Tanzania hires only LOCAL women for their tours. We are committed to making a difference and helping shape the travel industry in the country, and we are doing just that with our lead guide Glory, and her Tanzania Women Guides Foundation.
Our expert guides and drivers are accompanied by trainee guides who are learning on the job and getting ready to take on full work with us and other tour companies. We offer training, support and financial funding to help more women enter the tourism industry.
Through our tours, you are also able to make a donation to the Foundation to support their efforts to increase the number of female guides, both on the mountain, in Kilimanjaro, and on safari.
Oh! And we also stay at handpicked lodges and resorts that are just fab!
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IMPORTANT: Due to the nature of this trip, we are unable to cater to several food allergies. As the deposit is non refundable, please notify us of any dietary requirements before making any payments. Note: Please do not book any flights until the trip is confirmed.
NOTE: Credit card payments carry a surcharge. Wire transfer details are available via email: [email protected]. Click to join the waitlist for sold out dates.
Please note: Guests coming alone who use a CPAP or know they snore must book a Single room.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is a trip of a lifetime and we know there are many things you’d like to know more about.
Our Value trip features 3-4 star accommodation, is full board on safari, but half board in Zanzibar (breakfast + dinner only, lunches are your own) and one day longer than the Luxe trip. The Luxe trip offers 4-5 star accommodation and is all inclusive on safari (all meals and drinks including alcohol) and full board (Zanzibar).
The price difference between the two trips comes down to travel style, that is accommodation and inclusions.
Our tour starts in Arusha and ends in Zanzibar. The arrival airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (Airport code: JRO) and the departure airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar.
We recommend arriving a day earlier to account for any possible flight delays and rest before the start of the trip and landing no later than 1pm on the day of arrival. You can depart anytime on departure day.
The difference between June and September is generally small but there are a few things to note. June is the beginning of the season and September is the end. As such, June will see the plains still green from the rainy season, and there will be more green, lush vegetation than yellow colors. September is slightly hotter than June and also dustier; along with the landscapes being more yellow, there will also be more dust having been dried out from 3 months with no rain since June.
In June we may still have some residual showers, which are very much welcome when it is so hot, and the animals don’t care about the rain either. With more green, there is more vegetation, so animals still have some chances to hide, which they don’t in September. Though Glory is incredible at spotting wildlife and the Serengeti / Ngorongoro Crater are teeming with animals, so visibility is never an issue.
Fun fact: even in March, when it is the rainy season and there have been a few months of rain and high grass, the guests that went on safari after Kilimanjaro had a cheetah climb on their roof! So really, there is no difference on paper, but if you are prone to dust allergies etc then we would recommend traveling in June.
This value safari and beach trip is all inclusive except for meals in Zanzibar and alcoholic drinks, with the exception of the welcome and farewell dinners. Alcohol during other meals will be available for purchase. Optional activities not included in the trip are the sunrise hot air balloon trip in the Serengeti and any additional paid activities in Zanzibar (the hotel offers a range of free water sports such as kayaking).
All costs above are considered on a sharing basis with two guests per room in twin bedding; we will pair you with another solo female traveler on the trip. If you wish to have your own room, that is absolutely possible, but a supplement of $650 will apply.
This is a female-only small group trip specifically designed for women traveling on their own. If you wish to travel with a female friend, they are welcome, however we are not able to book male travelers on this trip.
How wonderful! If your daughter is above the age of 16, we will be glad to have her with us.
Yes, the safari portion of this trip is exclusively hosted Glory, acclaimed Tanzania female guide and pioneering example of advocacy efforts in the country.
We believe that travel can be a force for good and we support trainee female guides led by Glory who get a chance to practice their skills with our guests. Glory’s work focuses on training more women to become qualified guides through her foundation.
You should make an appointment with your doctor to confirm any travel inoculations and other medications that you may need to take before and during the trip, including those to prevent malaria or yellow fever. If your onward travel includes other African nations, you may also require a Yellow Fever certificate, you can check the CDC website for more details.
Once your trip is confirmed, we will send you a detailed packing list with everything you need to take. In general, the number one rule on safari is to blend in, that is, avoid colors that do not naturally occur in the bush (eg. red, blue, white) and go for earthy tones like brown, green, etc. Black is also a color to be avoided because it attracts mosquitoes. You can find more details here.
The prospect of getting sick while alone in a foreign country is daunting, and this is why we require all our guests have comprehensive travel and medical insurance that includes international evacuation.
Should you fall sick, we will help arrange transportation to the nearest medical facility so you can get the help you need, and will stay with you if needed.
We recommend you get the most comprehensive travel and medical insurance that would cover you in the event that you need to be evacuated to Dar es Salaam, Nairobi or back home. We recommend checking with an aggregator such as Travel Insurance Master to compare quotes and coverages.
All travelers to Tanzania need a visa which can now be obtained online via this link. We strongly recommend that you apply at least 3 weeks in advance of your trip. If you do not manage to obtain a visa online before your trip, you may also get one on arrival, but expect to queue for up to 2h to get it sorted.
Our payment plan includes 2 instalments: a 30% payment to book your spot and the balance 120 days before departure. You may make additional payments between payment due dates.
We offer the option to pay via bank transfers as these are the most cost effective bank charges. However, if you wish to use a credit card, an additional fee applies.
All the accommodation we will be staying at have WiFi but in most cases this is only available at the main common area. This is because camps try to keep impact to a minimum and because connection in the bush is challenging. We invite you to take this opportunity to be in the moment and disconnect from your always-on life.
Due to the nature of this trip, we are unable to cater to several food allergies. Please notify us of any dietary requirements before making any payments.
Vegetarian options are available at every meal, though we regret that vegans will have to accept a level of repetition when it comes to food choices. As the deposit is non refundable, it is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requirements before booking.
Payments for this trip are non refundable, except in the instance that the minimum number of guests is not reached. We recommend looking into travel insurance as soon as you confirm your spot, in case unforeseen circumstances prevent you from travelling between now and the departure.
Travel Insurance Masters is a great comparison tool you can use to compare policies and coverages. Travel insurance is mandatory for all our trips, however please cover yourself straight away. Don’t wait or delay.