TRAVEL WITH COMFORT AND STYLE
9 Day Itinerary, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar.
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- 5950.00 per person
- 9 Days
- Game Drive or Air Baloon
Day 01 : Arrival and overnight at Arusha
Arrival: Fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
Transfer: Travel to Arusha for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Stay at Greenside Hotel in Arusha.
Day 02: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Morning: Depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 2-3 hours).
Afternoon: Enjoy a game drive in Tarangire, famous for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees.
What to Expect: Tarangire is known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, and lions. It’s also a great place for bird watching, with over 500 species of birds, including the majestic raptors.
Accommodation: Stay at Tloma Lodge.
Day 03: Tarangire to Serengeti
Morning: Enjoy a final game drive in Tarangire.
Afternoon: Travel to the Serengeti (approximately 4-5 hours by road, or you can take a flight if available).
Evening: Arrive in the Serengeti, check into your lodge or camp.
Accommodation: Stay at Serengeti Safari Camp.
Day 04 & 05: Serengeti NP
Serengeti National Park
Full Days: Spend two full days exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.
What to Expect:
Great Migration (Seasonal): Witness the Great Migration, one of the most awe-inspiring natural events in the world, where millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles move in search of food and water, followed by predators like lions and cheetahs.
Predators: The Serengeti is home to a wide range of predators, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards. It’s also a prime spot to see the rare African wild dogs.
Diverse Wildlife: Apart from predators, you can see a rich variety of herbivores, including gazelles, wildebeests, buffaloes, and elephants, along with birds and reptiles.
Accommodation: Stay at Serengeti Safari Camp.
Day 06: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Morning: Enjoy a final game drive in the Serengeti before traveling to Ngorongoro Crater.
Afternoon: Arrive at Ngorongoro Conservation Area and check into your lodge.
What to Expect:
The Ngorongoro Crater is often called the “Garden of Eden.” It’s a caldera, a collapsed volcanic crater, teeming with wildlife in its rich, fertile ecosystem.
The crater floor is home to the Big Five: elephants, rhinos, lions, buffalo, and leopards. The crater also offers incredible views, lush landscapes, and a variety of habitats such as lakes, swamps, and grasslands.
Evening: Relax at the lodge with views of the crater rim.
Accommodation: Stay at Angata Ngorongoro Camp.
Day 07: Ngorongoro Crater Full day
Full Day: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of game driving.
What to Expect:
You’ll encounter vast herds of elephants, prides of lions, cheetahs, and large groups of buffalo. The crater’s wetland areas are home to flamingos and other birds.
The Ngorongoro Crater is unique in that it’s a self-contained ecosystem, and most of the animals that live there stay within the boundaries.
Activities: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater and explore the various landscapes, including lakes and grasslands.
Evening: Return to your lodge or camp for the night.
Accommodation: Stay at Angata Ngorongoro Camp.
Day 08: Ngorongoro to Zanzibar
Morning: Transfer back to Arusha for your flight to Zanzibar.
Afternoon: Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to your beach accommodation.
What to Expect: Zanzibar offers a mix of beautiful beaches, spice plantations, and historical sites like Stone Town, the birthplace of Freddie Mercury.
Evening: Relax and enjoy the beach.
Accommodation: Stay at Stone Town Private Villa or Zanzibar Serena Hotel.
Day 09: Zanzibar Full Day
Beach Time: Relax on beautiful beaches like Nungwi, Kendwa, or Paje.
Cultural Tour: Explore Stone Town’s historic sites, such as the House of Wonders and Forodhani Gardens.
Spice Tour: Visit a spice farm to learn about Zanzibar’s spice trade, including cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Snorkeling/Diving: Experience marine life at Mnemba Atoll, one of the best spots for snorkeling and diving.
Evening: Enjoy a beachfront dinner and sunset.
Accommodation: Stay at Stone Town Private Villa or Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Additional Tips:
Flights: Arrange connecting flights or transfers between Arusha, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Zanzibar.
Health: Ensure vaccinations are up-to-date and consider malaria prophylaxis.
Packing: Bring appropriate safari gear (neutral colors, sun protection) and beachwear for Zanzibar.
Booking Tour
Include
- Government imposed increase of park fees and/or taxes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water (on all days)
- All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
- Accommodation on the day before the tour departs
- A day room at the end of the tour
- Camping equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Bath towels
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport (Airport pick up and drop off)
Exclude
- All things of personal nature
- Tips and gratitudes for Driver Guide and Safari Cook
- Visas
- International flights
- Laundry Services
- Travel Insurances
What to bring
- Clothes.
- A warm sweater as the nights can be chilly at high altitudes.
- Comfortable shoes.