Day Trips & One-Day Safaris
Experience Tanzania’s wonders in just a single day
Tanzania offers a wealth of day trips and one-day safaris for those with limited time who still crave authentic African wildlife and cultural experiences. Spot elephants, giraffes, and more at Arusha National Park or Tarangire National park, or walk the Shira Plateau in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park. You can even explore local culture through coffee cooperatives or spice farms near Zanzibar. Wherever you go, our skilled guides ensure a safe, enriching, and unforgettable day.
The bustling city of Arusha is home to many boutique hotels, making it an ideal base for quick visits to Arusha Natinal Park or Tarangire National Park. Meanwhile, Moshi suits day hikes around Mount Kilimanjaro and offers peaceful lodges tucked into lush surroundings.
On Zanzibar, stay in historic Stone Town or near coastal beaches for half-day spice tours. Learn about the island’s aromatic heritage and storied past as you taste fresh spices straight from the source.
Most one-day safaris begin in Arusha, Usa River, or Moshi. After breakfast, you’ll set off in a 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with an experienced driver-guide. Parks like Tarangire and Arusha are within 1–3 hours’ reach, letting you pack a wildlife-filled morning and afternoon into a single day. Enjoy a picnic lunch, watch for giraffes or elephants, then return to your hotel or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport by sunset.
Half-day options on Zanzibar focus on cultural or spice tours, departing from either Stone Town or your beach resort, returning mid-afternoon. Regardless of your schedule, we ensure you experience the essence of Tanzania in just a few hours.
• Arusha National Park: Get up close with giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Combine a walking safari near Ngurdoto Crater with a game drive, plus views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru in the distance.
• Tarangire National Park: In ~3 hours, reach baobab-studded plains rich with elephants, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species. Tarangire is perfect for an action-packed day exploring some of Tanzania’s most majestic wildlife.
• Shira Plateau (Kilimanjaro): Begin around 3,500m elevation, walk to Shira Crater, and admire panoramic vistas. Snack on a picnic while soaking in mesmerizing views of Kibo Peak and surrounding landscapes.
• Zanzibar Spice Tour: Explore an agritourism farm, discover how tropical spices grow, and taste fruits & spices. A half-day tour that’s ideal for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
• Meru Experience: Head to Mount Meru’s foothills, meet a women’s co-op producing coffee and cheese, and relish a locally-prepared lunch. See firsthand how Tanzanian communities blend agriculture, tradition, and enterprise.
You’d be amazed at the variety of wildlife and scenery you can encounter, even on a short excursion. Where Tarangire delivers frequent predator sightings, Arusha National Park excels at Walking Safaris in a predator-light environment, offering a unique, up-close perspective on nature’s wonders.
If you can spare two days, you could extend your adventure to include the Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—along with Tarangire for a mini safari circuit that showcases some of Tanzania’s richest wildlife habitats.
Even if your schedule is tight, Safari King Africa has a day trip to suit your interests—be it a quick wildlife safari, a nature hike, or a cultural immersion. Let us plan a sunrise-to-sunset experience packed with moments you’ll cherish forever.