Value Tanzania: Safari + Zanzibar Beaches
Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti – Zanzibar – Great Migration
Join other Solo Female Travelers on an all-female expedition tracking wildlife through the Ngorongoro Crater Region and the Central Serengeti, before relaxing on the beaches of Zanzibar and exploring Stone Town, all while staying in unique and special properties.
Highlights: The Big 5 | Picnic lunches | Sundowners in the bush | Famous Ngorongoro Crater – a collapsed volcano home to more than 30,000 animals | White sand beaches | Architectural tour of Stone Town | Welcome and Farewell dinners
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
Trip Overview
- 13 – 23 June – CONFIRMED
- 29 Aug – 8 Sep: The Great Migration – CONFIRMED
- 12 – 22 Sep: The Great Migration – CONFIRMED
- 26 Sep – 6 Oct: The Great Migration – CONFIRMED
- 23 Dec – 2 Jan 2026
*Photographer onboard
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 Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be welcomed by a private driver who will transfer you to your hotel.
If you arrive earlier in the day, chill by the pool read a book or venture into town.
We will all meet at the Welcome dinner, where you will meet your travel buddies as you enjoy your first night in Tanzania!
Overnight at Kili Seasons
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.
Days 2 – 3: Ngorongoro Region
On day 2 we move towards the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park or Tarangire National Park depending on the rains and wildlife viewing opportunities for a morning game drive and exploration.
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 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, transfer to the lodge just outside the Ngorongoro Crater for two nights. Dinner will be served at the lodge’s veranda and if the weather is chilly, you can ask the staff to light the fireplace for you.
The lodge also offers free plantation tours where you can learn more about coffee, a commonly planted crop in the area.
On Day 3 we will wake up early and drive towards the floor of Ngorongoro Crater to witness large herds of zebra and wildebeest.
Game viewing here has been described by UNESCO as the eighth wonder of the world here and Ngorongoro Crater is always a highlight because of the very high concentration of wildlife that at times seems impossible.
Ngorongoro 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.
We depart from the lodge with a picnic so we can maximize your time in the Crater and will enjoy lunch by the hippo pool. 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.
Two Nights 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 – 6 : Central 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.
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.
We will enjoy the next three nights in this 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 at the lodge bring you a warm cup of coffee or tea and biscuits to enjoy on your unfenced veranda.
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 animals 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.
One thing we can promise, you won’t want to leave.
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.
Three Nights at Sound of Silence
Sound of Silence is a beautiful tented camp with tents on small raised platforms from where to enjoy beautiful views and the lovely food.
We like it because, while it is not female owned (there are no mid-range female owned tented lodges in the Serengeti), this lodge employs more than 10 women and treats all staff fairly.
Note: Sound of Silence camp is unfenced and wild animals may roam into the camp’s area. The lodge’s rangers will escort us to and from the tents are night.
The camp is solar powered. Water is manually heated and a bucket system ensures fun and efficient showers.
You will sleep with the sounds of nature and, if you are lucky, the resident giraffe may come say hi as you relax in your tent or enjoy lunch.
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 Sound of Silence instead of all 3 nights at Sound of Silence.
Day 7 : 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.
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.
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 at our beach resort, we will check out and jump on the van 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.
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.
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.”
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.”
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 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.
Oh! And we also stay at handpicked lodges and resorts that are just fab!
Book NOW
Interested in joining us in Tanzania? We are keeping the group to 15 guests maximum so don’t wait and book now.
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.
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