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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival - Arusha
Arrival - Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari guide, who will pick you up and commence your journey to Arusha. Should the weather permit, you will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. Depending on your arrival time and if time allows, your safari guide will accompany you on a tour of Arusha town, providing insight into the culture of the local Arusha people. This tour may include visits to the Central Market, Maasai Market, National Natural History Museum, and Cultura Heritage. Following the tour, your guide will escort you to a hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Arusha - Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, your safari guide will pick you up and drive you to Tarangire National Park, which will take about 2 hours. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful views of the local villages and Maasai herds. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant population and giant Baobab trees. You may also encounter zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, as well as lions and cheetahs. Lunch will be served at the picnic site within the park, and in the afternoon, we will continue our game drive. As the day comes to a close, we will slowly depart from the park and head to the lodge located in the Mto Wa Mbu area/Manyara for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Kirurumu Manyara Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Mto wa Mbu - Lake Manyara National Park
Mto wa Mbu - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for morning game drives. Following the game drives, exit the park and enjoy a local lunch at Mto Wa Mbu. After lunch, indulge in a short walking safari. Subsequently, your safari guide will drive you directly to the Karatu area for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Karatu - Ngorongoro Crater
Karatu - Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you will visit Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most beautiful natural sights in Africa. It boasts the biggest intact (unbroken) volcanic caldera on Earth. Additionally, the Ngorongoro Crater serves as a natural sanctuary for some of the densest populations of large mammals in Africa. Due to its enclosed nature, it shelters elephants, black rhinos, buffalos, lions, leopards, hyenas, flamingos, and golden jackals. You will enjoy your lunch boxes at the picnic area inside the park while taking in the magnificent view of the Ngorongoro landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Rhino Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti National Park
After enjoying your morning breakfast, your driver will pick you up to begin your trip to Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you'll make a stopover at Olduvai Gorge, affectionately known as the “Cradle of Mankind.” This nickname stems from the belief that it is the site where the remains of the first human beings to walk the Earth were found.
Continuing on, we'll explore the beauty of Serengeti National Park, where you'll have the opportunity to spot several wild animals including lions, leopards, black rhinos, elephants, zebras, gazelles, wildebeests, and African cape buffaloes. Your game drive will continue until late afternoon, after which your safari driver will transfer you to your Camp/Lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mawe Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will depart with picnic lunches for a full-day game drive to observe a vast herd of wildebeests, along with their companions: zebras, elands, and gazelles. During the excursion, you may encounter leopards, hyenas, and giant Nile crocodiles amidst the breathtaking beauty of the landscape. The Serengeti stretches endlessly beneath an infinite sky. In the evening, return to the Camp/Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mawe Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Today, you will wake up early in the morning to enjoy a hot air balloon safari, allowing you to experience animals from the sky. After breakfast, you will have a game drive, providing an opportunity to spot predators in action and explore the diverse wildlife and landscapes of the Serengeti National Park. You may also have the chance to see resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions fulfilling their roles in the circle of life. Lunch will be an unforgettable experience enjoyed in the heart of the bush. Following the game drive, your driver will return you to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mawe Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Serengeti National Park - Ruaha National Park
Serengeti National Park - Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, you will be transported to the airport for your flight to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your driver guide, who will then escort you to your camp. Along the way, you will enjoy a game drive, allowing you to observe the wildlife. Ruaha boasts the largest concentration of elephants in East Africa, with a population of around 10,000. Additionally, the park is home to 10% of the global lion population. There is also a chance to encounter leopards, cheetahs, zebras, elands, giraffes, impalas, bat-eared foxes, snakes, crocodiles, and jackals.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ruaha River Lodge
Wildlife in Ruaha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Ruaha National Park
Ruaha National Park
Following breakfast, depart with lunch boxes for full-day game drives, with the opportunity to encounter leopards, cheetahs, zebras, elands, giraffes, impalas, bat-eared foxes, snakes, crocodiles, and jackals. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ruaha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ruaha River Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Ruaha National Park - Nyerere National Park
Ruaha National Park - Nyerere National Park
In the morning, you will fly from Ruaha to Nyerere National Park. It will be a short flight, and upon your arrival, you can embark on your first game drive. You will meet your representative and be transferred to the camp, which serves as the perfect base from which to explore Tanzania's least known treasures.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyerere Tented Camp
Wildlife in Nyerere NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
After breakfast, depart with lunch boxes for full-day game drives, where you may have the chance to see leopards, cheetahs, zebras, elands, giraffes, impalas, bat-eared foxes, snakes, crocodiles, and jackals. Spend the day on game drives to observe the great elephant herds and visit the Rufiji River, the largest river in East Africa and home to the continent's largest crocodile and hippo populations. After a day of river safaris and bush walks, return to the camp to relax.
- Main Destination:
- Nyerere National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyerere Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Nyerere National Park - Mafia Island
Nyerere National Park - Mafia Island
After breakfast, fly to Mafia Island. It is widely acknowledged as one of the best dive spots in the Tanzanian islands (perhaps even the Indian Ocean!), and the surrounding marine park is breathtaking in every sense. The name "Mafia Island" comes from the Arabic word "morfiyeh," which means group or archipelago. Others believe it might derive from the Swahili words "mahali pa afya," meaning healthy living place. Walk along the white sandy beach, listen to the palm trees sway, or watch locals sail away in their traditional fishing boats. Magnificent marine life, including resident whale sharks, is what Tanzania's Mafia Island is most famous for. In fact, the area is ranked as one of the world's best snorkeling and diving spots, and it's not hard to see why. Beautiful corals, colorful fish, seahorses, reef sharks, turtles, and even the extremely rare dugongs – Mafia Island's underwater world is spectacular.
- Main Destination:
- Mafia Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- Kinasi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Mafia Island
Mafia Island
After breakfast, depart for a full day of snorkeling and diving. Enjoy the beautiful corals, colorful fish, seahorses, reef sharks, turtles, and even the extremely rare dugongs—Mafia Island’s underwater world is spectacular. Swim with Whale Sharks, as they are among the largest fish in the world's oceans and can reach lengths of up to 12 meters.
- Main Destination:
- Mafia Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- Kinasi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Mafia Island - Zanzibar Island
Mafia Island - Zanzibar Island
Upon savoring the serene beauty of Mafia Island with fewer crowds, your guide will escort you directly to Mafia Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, which serves domestic flights, our representative will greet you and drive you to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
- Accommodation:
- The Zanzibari
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Zanzibar Excursions
Zanzibar Excursions
This is a shared trip from Nungwi to Mnemba, where we will begin with the Dolphin Tour, followed by snorkeling at Mnemba reef. Additionally, we may visit the Sandbank if it's available, as it can be fully covered during high tide. Mnemba Island, ranked as the best beach destination in Africa by Trip Savvy, is renowned for the exceptional clarity of its waters (for this region of the Indian Ocean) and the remarkably abundant and diverse corals and tropical marine life. Here, you can witness a multitude of colorful fishes while snorkeling.
Some of the species you may encounter at Mnemba reef include Angel Fish, Blue Spotted Rays, Black Snappers, Groupers, Red Tooth Triggers, Flounder, Octopuses, Leaf Fish, Scorpion Fish, Stone Fish, Frog Fish, numerous Trevallies, and others.
- Main Destination:
- Mnemba Island (Zanzibar)
- Accommodation:
- The Zanzibari
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 16
Zanzibar Excursions
Zanzibar Excursions
The Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach Tour is a full-day guided excursion that showcases both Prison Island's attractions, such as visiting the giant tortoises, and exploring Nakupenda Beach. The tour commences from Forodhani Garden, renowned as the heart of Stone Town, in the morning. Lunch is served during shoal outings, offering opportunities for swimming and beach relaxation. Additionally, tourists can enjoy leisure time on the sandbank or learn about marine life before returning to Stone Town by boat.
The tour includes a return trip by boat to sail to Nakupenda Beach. Here, guests can bask in the Tanzanian sun or swim in the turquoise waters. Furthermore, they will be treated to delicious meals, including a lunch featuring fish and tropical fresh fruits. After this delightful experience, we will transport you back to your hotel for dinner and overnight accommodations.
- Main Destination:
- Changuu (Prison) Island (Zanzibar)
- Accommodation:
- Mizingani Seafront Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 17
Zanzibar Island - Departure
Zanzibar Island - Departure
Embark on a half-day walking tour of Stone Town in Zanzibar to delve into its aromatic history. Begin by exploring the narrow, car-free streets and atmospheric corners on foot. Your journey commences with convenient pickup from hotels in Zanzibar. Throughout the tour, you'll encounter some of Stone Town's highlights, including colonial landmarks, the Old Fort, the birthplace of Freddy Mercury, and an Anglican Cathedral situated on the former site of a slave market. Gain insights into Zanzibar's spice trade history as you navigate the maze-like UNESCO Site, uncovering both well-known landmarks and hidden gems. Enjoy seamless door-to-door transport back to your hotel in Zanzibar after this enriching experience.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
