Relax to Zanzibar Island
Upon your arrival at Zanzibar Airport, our guide will be awaiting you to commence a town tour, exploring its historical sites adorned with ancient buildings. Following a brief tour of the town, you will be transported to your lodge/resort situated near the beach for an overnight stay.
During your safari, you will luxuriate in two nights' accommodation in Zanzibar, where relaxation awaits. The first day features a Stone Town tour and a spice tour, while the subsequent day offers an excursion to Safari Blue, a traditional Dhow adventure inclusive of snorkeling and lunch.
Zanzibar, the primary island in the Tanzanian archipelago, encompasses Unguja and Pemba Island, along with several smaller islands. Renowned for its Stone Town, a historic trade hub influenced by Swahili and Islamic cultures, Zanzibar beckons with its rich heritage and captivating landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- New Teddy's on the Beach
- Meals & Drinks:
Zanzibar Stone Town
The second day features offers an excursion to Safari Blue, a traditional Dhow adventure inclusive of snorkeling and lunch. Zanzibar, the primary island in the Tanzanian archipelago, encompasses Unguja and Pemba Island, along with several smaller islands. Renowned for its Stone Town, a historic trade hub influenced by Swahili and Islamic cultures, Zanzibar beckons with its rich heritage and captivating landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- New Teddy's on the Beach
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park
After departing from Zanzibar Airport, you will board an internal bound for Serengeti National Park via Arusha. Upon touchdown at Seronera Airstrip, our guide will be waiting to greet you and lead you on a game drive accompanied by a picnic lunch. Your itinerary includes two days dedicated to exploring the wonders of Serengeti National Park.
Serengeti, situated in northern Tanzania, holds the distinction of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, encompassing approximately 14,000+ square km. It is home to over more herbivores, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and an impressive array of many bird species. This vast region hosts migratory herds of wildebeests and zebras, particularly striking during the dry season.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will commence a game-viewing drive along the Sogore River Circuit, winding through the plains to the south of the Seronera River. This region is renowned for potential sightings of lions, Thomson gazelles, topis, ostriches, and cheetahs. Following the morning's game drive, the Visitor Centre, located near Serengeti Seronera Lodge, is a must-visit attraction.
In the afternoon, you will traverse the Kopjes Circuit, encircling the Maasai Kopjes in an anti-clockwise direction. These kopjes, weathered granite outcrops scattered across the plains, function as miniature ecosystems, offering shade and pools of drinking water after the rains. They prove particularly advantageous for spotting wildlife during the dry season, including lions, which often lurk in wait for prey approaching the watering holes.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater
Following an early morning breakfast, you will embark on a drive towards the gates of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, whereupon entering, you will descend into the crater. Within this remarkable ecosystem, you will encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including lions, buffalos, zebras, hyenas, and antelopes. With luck on your side, you may even catch sight of a rhinoceros.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Manyara National park
Following breakfast, we will proceed to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its prominent feature, the eponymous lake, which attracts a multitude of waterbirds. The striking pink flamingos stand out as a particular highlight, but the park also hosts a diverse range of other bird species, including cormorants, pelicans, and storks, totaling around 400 different bird species. Additionally, the park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, often sighted in the central and open areas.
Throughout the safari, you will have the opportunity to witness various other animals, such as elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and hippos. In the late afternoon, we will conclude our exploration of the national park and make our way back to Arusha or the airport.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast, you will en route to Tarangire National Park. This natural reserve showcases giant baobab trees, bush savannahs, and seasonal marshes, adding to its enchanting allure. Recognized as one of the premier destinations for observing elephants up close, the park is also home to buffalos, zebras, and wildebeests, closely trailed by various predators, including lions.
While leopards are occasionally spotted, cheetah sightings are rare. You'll have the opportunity to appreciate the landscape and observe wildlife from the open roof of the safari jeep. In the late afternoon, you will exit the park and proceed to the Arusha airport/ Kia airport for your way back to Zanzibar.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: