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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival
Arrival
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to Arusha.
After your long international journey, this day is kept simple and relaxed. You will settle into your hotel, rest, and begin adjusting to the rhythm of Tanzania.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Mvuli Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Depart at 8:00 AM for a 110 km (2-hour) drive to Tarangire. Along the way, pass Maasai villages and open savannah landscapes.
Arrive mid-morning for your first game drive. Tarangire is famed for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Around 1:00 PM, enjoy a hot lunch at a scenic lodge before continuing your afternoon game drive (2–3 hours), exploring the Tarangire River and Silale Swamp—prime wildlife viewing areas.
By sunset, transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
The Beauty of Lake Manyara
The Beauty of Lake Manyara
After breakfast, you’ll journey to the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, nestled between the Great Rift Valley escarpment and the shimmering shores of Lake Manyara.
This compact yet incredibly diverse park is famous for its lush groundwater forest, where towering fig and mahogany trees create a jungle-like atmosphere. Here, you may encounter playful troops of baboons, blue monkeys, bushbuck, giraffes, elephants, and, with some luck, the park’s iconic tree-climbing lions. The alkaline lake itself often glows pink with flamingos, creating a truly picturesque scene.
Stretching over 50 km along the base of the 600-meter-high Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara was once described by Ernest Hemingway as “the loveliest I had seen in Africa” — a sentiment many travelers still share today.
You’ll enjoy a delicious hot local lunch at one of our carefully selected picnic spots before beginning your drive back to your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Journey to the Serengeti
Journey to the Serengeti
Following an early breakfast, you will begin your journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, covering approximately 205 km about 4 to 5 hours including wildlife viewing stops. The drive is exceptionally scenic, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands before opening into the vast, seemingly endless plains of the Serengeti. Game drives begin as soon as you enter the park, with opportunities to spot plains game and predators along the way. You will arrive at your Camp in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Hembe Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
A Full Day in the Serengeti
A Full Day in the Serengeti
Today you will explore the heart of the Serengeti on a full-day game drive. The Seronera Valley is renowned for its incredible predator sightings, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by nature before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, you will drive back to your lodge for overnight and dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Hembe Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After an early start, you will travel toward the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations, often described as a natural wildlife sanctuary. The scenery is breathtaking, and the wildlife viewing can be excellent, with chances to see elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and possibly rhinos.
After the crater experience, you will continue to your overnight accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
From Safari to Sea /Transfer to Arusha Airport – Flight to Zanzibar
From Safari to Sea /Transfer to Arusha Airport – Flight to Zanzibar
Today, after a delicious breakfast, you will be driven to Arusha airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be met by a Tales of Tanzania driver, who will take you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and enjoy at your own pace. Please note: Rates include a fixed budget for flights. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this."
- Main Destination:
- Nungwi (Zanzibar)
- Accommodation:
- Warere Beach Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Zanzibar, Nungwi Beach
Zanzibar, Nungwi Beach
This day is yours to enjoy at your own pace.
Relax on the beach, take a swim in the warm ocean, or simply enjoy the gentle rhythm of island life.
After the excitement of safari, this is your time to slow down… reflect, recharge, and soak in the beauty around you.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- Warere Beach Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Zanzibar, Nungwi Beach
Zanzibar, Nungwi Beach
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day safari blue excursion. Spend a magical day exploring the Menai Bay Conservation Area in a traditional wooden dhow. Enjoy swimming and guided snorkeling in the beautiful, clear waters (quality equipment provided). You can also watch the dolphins play.
Exploring the water provides maximum time for dolphin spotting. While sightings cannot be absolutely guaranteed, we can assure you of a most enjoyable day.
Feast on our delicious Swahili seafood barbecue followed by our gastronomic tropical fruit tasting. The tour price includes drinks and snacks throughout the day. You can also take a swim in the hidden, mangrove lagoon. Later in the evening, you will be driven back to your hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- Warere Beach Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Nungwi Zanzibar
Nungwi Zanzibar
Today is a leisure day. You can explore Nungwi Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Zanzibar - for a good reason. Unlike the rest of the island, Nungwi is blessed by not having to deal with high and low tides. It is the perfect place if you are looking to swim around the clock without having to walk far out to sea to chase the ocean mile away. Nungwi is also known for its party atmosphere, but it’s not to be compared with the typical party beach destinations elsewhere in the world.
- Main Destination:
- Nungwi (Zanzibar)
- Accommodation:
- Warere Beach Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Stone Town/End of the Tour
Stone Town/End of the Tour
Today is your final safari day. After breakfast at the hotel, you will embark on a 3-hour walking tour through Stone Town. Stone Town, with its labyrinthine streets and unique architecture, offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and diverse cultures of East Africa.
This historical tour will take you to significant sites, such as the former slave market and the house of the notorious slave trader Ahmed bin Tipu Tipu, providing a deeper understanding of the city's past.
Our journey begins at the former Slave Market Site, a poignant reminder of the past. We then move on to the central market, a vibrant and bustling food market that has stood for over a century. Here, you'll be captivated by the array of exotic fruits like Durian, mangosteen, karambola, jack fruits, and more, each stall a kaleidoscope of colours and flavours.
The tour will proceed visiting the house of the famous notorious slave trader Ahmed bin Tipu Tipu then the Arab Fort and House of Wonders.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
