14 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Tour
TOUR OVER VIEW
Tour Type: exclusive Luxury Safari lodges
Best time: Middle July to September 2023
Number of people: 2 to 6 Maximum
Itinerary Highlight
- Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
- Day 2 – 3: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Day 4 & 5: Safari To Ngorongoro Crater Tour
- Day 6 & 7: Safari To Serengeti National Park
- Day 8: Central To North Serengeti National Park
- Day 9: Full Day In North Serengeti
- Day 10: Hot Air Balloon In North To Central Serengeti
- Day 11: Serengeti – Flight To Zanzibar Island.
- Day 12-13: Relax At Meliá Zanzibar Hotel
- Day 14: Transfer To Zanzibar Airport – Departure.
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
On this day of arrival, you will be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport /at your arrival point by our representative and safari Manager who will transfer to Planet Hotel in Arusha for safari briefing then relax with your safari starting tomorrow.
Day 2 – 3: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Depart after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park the third largest park in Tanzania and the theater of the wild in Tanzania. Tarangire national park has a lot to offer you in terms of wildlife and its awe- inspiring sights of the gigantic baobab that dot the park. The Tarangire River is the lifeblood of this wonderful reserve and it ensures an abundance of wildlife along the river when they come to get a fair share of the valuable commodity especially in dry seasons. Among animals spotted in Tarangire includes, lions, elephants, leopards, Oryx , dik diks, and a wide range of birds species. Later in the afternoon you will check in at Maromboi luxury Lodge All inclusive
Day 4 & 5: Safari To Ngorongoro Crater Tour
In the morning after taking breakfast and drive via Karatu town to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After registration at the Loduare Gate you will drive up to the Crater rim and make your first stop at the View Point. Here you will have the most stunning views over the Crater floor then you embark on your descent down the 600-meter walls for game viewing. In this world’s largest unbroken caldera if you are lucky, you will spot the Big five on the same day. Ngorongoro Crater is world renowned for its unparalleled concentration of animals and bird life and among the species that you can spot freely includes; zebras, topis, elands, warthogs, hartebeests and many more. The list is endless. On the late afternoon we ascend up the Crater Rim to check in back at the Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp or Crater Lodge All inclusive.
Day 6 & 7: Safari To Serengeti National Park
Your safari will begin by 8am in the morning with a pick up from your hotel at Arusha. With everyone aboard, you will head towards Serengeti National Park. The 240km drive will be covered in about 5hrs.
The Serengeti means endless plains in the local African language and watching the grassland stretch out as far as the eye can see and eventually merging with the sky at the horizon is an absolutely breathtaking view. With an overall land area of 14,763 Sq Kms, it puts our notion about distance to shame. The Serengeti also houses the glorious “Big 5” (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard).
In Seronera, one must really look out for the many lion prides that thrive in this region. You must also look out for the Serengeti “Kopjes” which are massive boulders of granite standing in a sea of grass. They provide ample shelter to a large variety of flora and fauna. Overnight at Sound of silence Luxury camp
Day 8: Central To North Serengeti National Park
Starting your day by 8am after a filling breakfast, you will explore the central portion of the Serengeti National Park today and move towards the northern part of the park.
The enroute game drive towards the Kogatende region will offer mild action from resident game. As you approach the northern part of the Serengeti, you will notice the terrain change from the usual plain grassland to a more hilly and broken terrain. The northern region offers a variety of resident game such zebras, topi, gazelle, buffaloes, leopards and lions. A picnic lunch will be done at lodge. Based on the time of your arrival you will be able to spend a few hours by the Mara River. The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night at Anganta luxury Tented Camp
Day 9: Full Day In North Serengeti
As usual, you will finish a good breakfast and begin your day by 8am. the migration can be found in this region. From mid-July to October , the Mara River in this region offers the most dramatic river crossing of the great migration.
Fierce, deep and heavily rain fed, the river takes an enormous toll on the migrating wildebeest. Watching the wildebeest surging through the torrential flow, some drowning and a few falling prey to lurking crocodiles is an unforgettable sight.
If it’s your lucky day you will be able to witness this natural wonder and watch nature take its course. Tracing the great migration, you might even move towards the Lobo valley. The pristine Lobo valley is scattered with woodlands, plains, hills and famous granite Kopjes.
It offers enormous amount of big cat game with lions, leopards and cheetah in plenty. During the dry season the permanent water sources in the valley attract plenty of resident and migratory animals, resulting in excellent game viewing.
During the full day game drive, you will have a stop where you can have your picnic lunch. The day comes to an end with a tasty dinner and a good night at Anganta Luxury Tented Camp
Day 10: Hot Air Balloon In North To Central Serengeti
Experience the majestic Serengeti from the sky. The original pioneers of the African skies. Watch the dawn break over the savannah. Awe-inspiring views. Once in a lifetime experience. we will branch out and head towards to central Serengeti at Kubu kubu Luxury lodge
Day 11: Serengeti – Flight To Zanzibar Island.
Last early morning game drive at dawn if you wish but if you don’t, you take breakfast and drive to the Seronera Airstrip to take your flight to the Zanzibar Island. On arrival you will be met by our driver who will transfer you to the Meliá Zanzibar Hotel where you will check in and be left to relax. Dinner and overnight at the Beach Resort.
Day 12-13: Relax At Meliá Zanzibar Hotel
These days are spent at the beach resort in Zanzibar where you can choose from the various water sports /activities on offer at the Diving Club on site, or just soak it up at the resort. It is a beach vacation after all. Diving in Zanzibar can be arranged in advance or spontaneously at the resort.
Day 14: Transfer To Zanzibar Airport – Departure.
Depending on your flight schedule and departure point you will be transferred to the Zanzibar Airport to take a flight back home. If you are flying out of Dar es Salaam or Nairobi, we will arrange a connection flight for you to catch your flight back home.
PRICE PER PERSON SHARING AND STAY AT CLASIC LUXURY LODGE & CAMPS:
6Pax: 7500 USD
PRICE PER PERSON SHARING AND STAY AT STANDARD LODGE & CAMPS:
6Pax: 4830 USD
Included
- English-Speaking Local Guides
- Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
- Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
- Travelling Bell Boy Luggage Handling
- Breakfast in Bed on Select Days
- Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
- Your Choice of Activity on Design Your Day®
- Traveller’s Valet® Laundry Service
- Internet Access
- Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
- 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
- Guaranteed Departures with confirmation
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Alcohol drinks
Excluded
- International flights (from/to home)
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Items of a personal nature
Payment Schedule
Deposit Per Person at Time of Booking: $1,000 (full-payment if within 90 days of departure)
Final Payment Due: 90 days prior to departure
Cancellation Fees Per Person – Main Group Journeys and related Extensions
91 days prior to departure or more: $500
90-61 days prior to departure: 20% of program price
60-31 days prior to departure: 50% of program price
30 days prior to departure or less: 100% of the program price
Cancellations must be received in writing. Additional terms and fees apply to Internal Air, Extra Services and Partial Room cancellations.
Please refer to full Terms & Conditions for specifics.
AFRICA JOY TOURS & SAFARIES LTD
P.O. BOX 15791 ARUSHA-TANZANIA (EAST AFRICA)
TEL: +255(0)762155927
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