A perfect mix of wildlife and relaxation, this tour combines the amazing wildlife of the Serengeti National Park with the relaxing tropical paradise that is Zanzibar Island, and offers a great introduction to Tanzania.
Arriving in Nairobi we head south across the border to Arusha, gateway to the wildlife heart or Tanzania. From here we head out on a three day safari to the Serengeti National Park, making stops at the Ngorongoro crater, home to an unrivalled density or wildlife, and Olduvai Gorge, birth place of man. We also visit Lake Manyara and take the opportunity for plenty of game drives at each location.
After our wildlife experience we head towards the Zanzibar and the coast, via the mountain town of Lushoto, where there is a chance to do some walking through some spectacular mountain scenery. We spend the last three days of our tour relaxing on the tropical paradise that is Zanzibar Island. There is plenty to do including historic Stone Town, markets, spice tours, swimming, snorkelling or just a bit of sunbathing. We finish with a transfer back to Dar es Salaam for your flight home.
Arrival location:
KE,TZ Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar
Departure Location:
KE,TZ Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar
Included in your experience:
- 11 night's accommodation
- All transport and transfers
- 24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
- Services of a local tour leader throughout
- Meals: 11 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
Not included in your experience:
- International Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Drinks, snacks, tips and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
- Tips for tour leader
- Any other items not mentioned above
DAY 1 Arrive in NairobiWe meet and greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or take a look around the local area.
OVERNIGHTNairobi hotel
EXTRASSingle Room Supplement, Extra night - pre-tour
DAY 2 ArushaToday we depart the bustling capital of Kenya and cross the border into Tanzania. We will stop in Arusha to visit the local Masai Mara Museum and the snake park. This afternoon we make our preparations for the optional excursion to the Serengeti NP and Ngorongoro Crater.
OVERNIGHTNdoro Lodge
MEALSBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAYS 3-5 Serengeti & Ngorongoro CraterThese 4 days are set aside for the 3-night camping excursion into the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This area has one of the most densely inhabited large animal populations in Africa. On the first day from Karatu to Ngorongoro, there will be time for visiting the Oldupai gorge and museum.
The Serengeti excursion is in open topped 4x4 safari vehicles in order to tackle the challenging side roads in the parks.
OVERNIGHTSeronera & Simba Campsites
MEALSBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 Kenya / Tanzania, KaratuToday those that went into the Serengeti NP and Ngorongoro will meet up with the truck in Karatu, where there will be time to share stories of the wonderful African animals seen in the park.
OVERNIGHTKudu Camp
MEALSBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 LushotoOn route to Lushoto, we will stop in Arusha to visit the local Masai Mara Museum and the snake park. Lushoto is the major town and district centre, albeit small, in the Usambara Mountains, halfway between the coast and the parks. The popular pot plant Saintpaulia has its only wild occurrences in Tanzania, and particularly in the Usambara Mts. Here you will have the chance to hike in the surrounding area, or just relax.
OVERNIGHTThe Lawns Hotel
MEALSBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAYS 8-10 ZanzibarAfter an early wake up, we leave Lushoto and head for Dar es Salaam, where a local ferry will take us from Dar es Salaam (where we leave the truck) to Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar. We spend the first night exploring the historical and unique architecture. There are also spice and seafood markets to be explored. The following day we take a transfer to the northern part of the island where we will spend 2 days relaxing on the beach. Optional Activities: Lunch and Dinner, Motorbike hire, Spice tour, Walking city tour, Swimming with Dolphins, Scuba Diving, Snorkelling etc.
OVERNIGHTStone Town, Abuso Inn & Nungwi Beach, Nungwi Inn
MEALSBreakfast
DAY 11 Dar es SalaamToday we leave Zanzibar and catch a late ferry back to Dar es Salaam. Your tour will end upon arrival back in Dar es Salaam.
OVERNIGHTDar es Salaam hotel
MEALSBreakfast
DAY 12 Dar es Salaam / Departure transferFree time until your departure airport transfer.
OVERNIGHTNone
MEALSBreakfast
EXTRASExtra night - post-tour
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