Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Pick Up (Kilimanjaro/ Arusha Airport)
Overview
Welcome to Tanzania! On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will meet by a representative who will escort you by way of road transfer to Arusha.
Sighting Seeing: Kilimanjaro Mountain (view)
Distance: From Kilimanjaro international Airport 45km
Time: 1hour and 30minutes
Accommodation in Arusha
Included in Price: Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
Tarangire Overview
The park is famous for its high density of elephants and baobab trees. Visitation to the park in the June to November "the dry season "expectation is to see large herds of thousands of zebra, wildebeest and Cape buffalo. Other common resident animals include waterbuck, giraffe, dik dik, impala, eland, Grant’s gazelle, vervet monkey, banded mongoose, and olive baboon.
Today you will drive to Tarangire for a full day game drive. Famous for its large elephant population, it is also home to zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, waterbuck, baboons, & impala. Predators include lion, cheetah & leopard
Once inside the park, you'll see the eponymous Tarangire River lined with acacia and Baobab Trees.
Distance:
Arusha to Tarangire 150 km, Time 2 hours’ drive
Accommodation in Tarangire
Included in Price: Fig Tree Lodge
About Tarangire
Is a national park in Tanzania the name of the park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park. The Tarangire River is the primary source of fresh water for wild animals in the Tarangire Ecosystem during the annual dry season.
Day 3-4: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti Overview
The Serengeti National Park, meaning “endless plains” in the Maasai language, is undoubtedly one of the world’s most celebrated wilderness areas and is an ongoing source of inspiration to writers, filmmakers and photographers.
Experience a classic tented safari in soothing solitude and spectacular comfort, with only the canvas walls of your tent separating you from the wonders of the Serengeti
Camp is your choice, take the time to enjoy the private concession, with opportunities to go on tranquil nature walks and thrilling night drives Perched on the edge of the Kuka Hills, the camp commands breathtaking views down the valley that borders the Serengeti and the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Distance:
From Tarangire To Serengeti: 169 km Time 3 Hours 30 Minutes.
Accommodation In Serengeti
Included in Price: Camping at Serenora Campsite
About Serengeti
The vast plains of the Serengeti comprise 1.5 million ha of savannah. The annual migration to permanent water holes of vast herds of herbivores (wildebeest, gazelles and zebras), followed by their predators, is one of the most impressive natural events in the world.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Overview
Ngorongoro Conservation Area is in northern Tanzania. It’s home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and “big 5” game (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino). Huge herds of wildebeests and zebras traverse its plains during their annual migration.
Early in the morning after breakfast, proceed directly to the Crater floor for a full day crater tour (Hot lunch included).
Ngorongoro Crater is usually open grassland and includes different kind of animals
Visit the world famous archaeological site of Olduvai Gorge, also known as the Cradle of Mankind. Explore the quaint little museum and marvel at the rugged landscape.
Distance:
From Serengeti to Ngorongoro crater its 86 km, Time 2hours
Accommodation In Ngorongoro
Included in Price: Camping At Simba Campsite
About Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Conservation Area is in northern Tanzania. It’s home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and “big 5” game (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino). Huge herds of wildebeests and zebras traverse its plains during their annual migration. Livestock belonging to the semi-nomadic Maasai tribe graze alongside wild animals.
Day 6: Lake Manyara
Overview Lake Manyara
Today you will visit Lake Manyara National Park for a full day game drive. Stretching along the base of the Rift Valley escarpment it is home to giant fig trees, acacia woodlands, mahogany trees & grassy flood plains.
Animals such as buffalo, wildebeest, giraffes, mongoose, dik dik & zebra herds congregate on the grassy plains while the acacia woodland is home to the legendary tree-climbing lions & tusked elephants.
Lake Manyara provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s bird life with more than 400 species being recorded.
Distance:
From Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara 32 km, Time 1 hour.
Accommodation in Manyara National park
Included In Price: Fig Tree Lodge
Standard: Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Luxury Glamping tent) - $140 USD per person per night sharing.
Comfort: Escarpment Luxury Lodge - $230 USD per person per night sharing
Exclusive: Gibbs Farm or Neptune Luxury Lodge - $460 USD per person per night sharing.
Premium: Manyara Tree Lodge - $1050 USD per person per night sharing.
About Lake Manyara National Park
At the Lake, there is large population of pink flamingo, attract more than 400 species of birds, many of them waterfowl or migrants. Large herds of buffalo, cheetah, Maasai giraffe and impala roam the lakeshores and the forested valley slopes. A Lake Manyara safari is a fascinating experience, as the park also features a ground-water forest, acacia tortilis woodland and hot springs called Maji Moto. At evening you will be back to Arusha city.
Day 7 to 13: Zanzibar
Overview Zanzibar
Steeped in history and overflowing with charm, Stone Town is the iconic capital of Zanzibar.
Whether you stay at Nungwi beach, Kendwa beach, or even somewhere along the East coast, exploring Zanzibar's north beach resorts is certainly worth the effort.
Zanzibar is also synonymous with stunning red sunsets ... and there are a number of unique locations to experience them.
Snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll is quite possibly the best “value for money” tour in the world.
Prison Island is a must-see Zanzibar attraction.
Accommodation in Zanzibar
Included In Price: Summer Beach Paje
About Zanzibar
The Zanzibar Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean 15 miles off the coast of Tanzania, is a breathtaking spot to escape from the world. You’ll enjoy clear, turquoise-blue water; shallow sandbars perfect for wading; and many small, nearly deserted islands virtually unvisited by tourists. Explore the World Heritage Site of Stone Town, Zanzibar City’s old quarter. Or just go beach to beach between tiny fishing villages each one's better than the next
Day 14: Airport Drop off
Zanzibar Airport Drop Off
Depending on your flight, use your last morning to fit in a final, epic game drive. You will be picked up from your hotel or lodge by your private driver and taken to airport in time for your return journey home.
Is a Africa safari not quite enough? Enjoy your safari in Tanzania with a Zanzibar beach holiday or a once-in-a-lifetime guided Mount Kilimanjaro trek. Get in touch with us and start creating your custom Africa travel experience now.
Inclusive:
All Camping Equipment's
Pickup Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to the lodge
Transfers Drop Off from the Lodge to Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodations as per itinerary (Lodges or Camping)
Unlimited Game drives through the National Parks
Luxurious private 4×4 Safari Jeep with pop-up roof and big windows, especially designed for high end safari game drives
English/French/Spanish speaking private guide during the whole safari
Park Fees for all national parks
Ngorongoro Crater Fee
Breakfast, lunch and dinner during your safari (full board)
24/7 service from our local office in Tanzania
Reservation costs
All activities mentioned
Drinking water in our safari jeeps
Bird watching
Exclusive:
International flight tickets and visa
Tips
Travel insurance
Items of a personal nature