Mother’s Day 2026: A Tanzanian Celebration – Safari, Beach, and City Delights! (Mid-Range Budget)

Morning: Start Mother’s Day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Morning Activity: relaxing massage for mothers and family members (or other spa treatments). Afternoon: Depending on group preference: Explore local markets (e.g. Kariakoo Market, if comfortable) for a unique shopping experience or a relaxing afternoon at the hotel pool. Evening: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special dinner.A mid-range restaurant with Tanzanian specialties or seafood.

Morning: Early morning transfer from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park (approx. 5-6 hours by road in a comfortable safari vehicle). Afternoon: Check into a mid-range camp in Mikumi (Camp Bastian Mikumi). Afternoon: Embark on an exciting afternoon game drive in Mikumi National Park. Look for elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy a sundowner drink at a scenic spot during the game drive. Evening: Dinner and overnight at your camp.

Morning: Enjoy a full-day game drive in Mikumi, with a packed picnic lunch provided by the lodge. Explore different areas of the park to maximize wildlife sightings. Your experienced guide will share information about the animals, their behavior, and the park’s ecosystem. Afternoon: Continue your game drive. Evening: Dinner and overnight at your camp.

Morning: Enjoy a final breakfast in Mikumi. Transfer to Dar es salaam to the airport for a flight to Zanzibar (approx. 20 minutes flight) - Consider a smaller airline like Coastal Aviation or similar for a potentially cheaper flight. Afternoon: Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to Stone Town. Check into a comfortable, centrally located mid-range hotel in Stone Town (Tembo House Hotel, or similar). Enjoy a guided walking tour of Stone Town. Explore the narrow streets, historic buildings, and bustling markets. Visit the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, and the Palace Museum. Visit the Slave Market and Anglican Cathedral to learn about the island’s history. Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant in Stone Town with excellent value. (Forodhani Gardens food market for a casual and authentic experience or Tea House Restaurant for more formal setup.)

Morning: Embark on a spice farm tour (Shabuta Spice Farm). Learn about the cultivation of spices and enjoy a sensory experience. Enjoy a delicious Swahili lunch at the spice farm. Afternoon: Transfer to a beautiful beach resort (Paje, Jambiani or Kendwa) on the East Coast or North. Check into your beachfront resort. Relax on the white-sand beaches, swim in the turquoise waters, and enjoy the sun. Evening: Enjoy dinner at the resort, with a choice of dining options.

Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the resort. Morning/Afternoon: Choose from a variety of water activities: Optional; Snorkeling or diving in the coral reefs (consider a shared snorkeling trip). Relax by the pool or on the beach. Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner on the beach Enjoy the last night in a beautiful environment.

Morning: Enjoy a final breakfast. Morning: Depending on flight schedules, enjoy some last-minute souvenir shopping or a final swim. Afternoon: Transfer to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) for your international flight home.