Safari and Spice

Overview

This is the ultimate Tanzanian vacation. Embrace the excitement of a seven day private safari full of game drives against a backdrop of stunning northern Tanzania scenery visiting the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park, followed by four days of the exotic culture, ancient history and paradisiacal beaches of Zanzibar. 

A private safari can accommodate up to 7 people.
A small group safari is also available at a lower price, if you feel like meeting new people, please ask your Destination Specialist about this option.

Highlights

  • Meet and greet services
  • Seat in vehicle safari
  • Safari sector transport by 4x4 vehicle with photo roof (maximum 7 travelers per vehicle)
  • Services of an English speaking driver-guide
  • Guaranteed window seat
  • Game drives and crater tour
  • Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
  • 10 nights accommodation
  • Meals as specified
  • All park fees and government taxes
  • One complimentary bottle of mineral water per person per day during game drives

Group Size

Minimum 2, solo travelers pay surcharge

Group Size

Minimum 2, solo travelers pay surcharge

Dates

Departs daily

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kilimanjaro

On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be transferred to your Arusha accommodation. Rest of day at leisure to relax or explore Arusha. Your Safari Specialist can suggest activities.

Day 2: Arusha to Lake Manyara

Traverse the Maasai Steppe, dotted with picturesque African villages as well as maize, coffee and banana plantations. Journey up through a scenic escarpment that brings you to your lodge, perched on the edge of the Rift Valley with stunning views over the distant Lake Manyara. Arrive at your lodge for dinner. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Lake Manyara to Serengeti

After breakfast take a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, returning to the lodge for lunch. Leaving Lake Manyara behind, the journey continues North West across the stunning hilly countryside of the highlands which is filled with wheat and coffee plantations, and then into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. From here lie the vast plains of the Serengeti, where you begin spotting wildlife as you approach the entrance gate. Complete the formalities and enter the park with game viewing en route to the lodge arriving for dinner. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Serengeti NP

The Serengeti National Park offers not only all the members of ‘The Big Five' (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo), but also the annual ‘migration' of over one million wildebeest and their attendant cast of predators. Enjoy game drives or a balloon ride (own expense) in the Serengeti National Park. B,L,D

Day 5: Serenget NP to Ngorongoro Crater

Depart for Ngorongoro Crater, viewing wildlife along the way. After a picnic lunch continue to your lodge, set high on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. Dinner and overnight at your lodge. B,L,D

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

Known as ‘The eighth wonder of the world' the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's best-known wildlife arenas. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a unique biosphere, which has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Deep within the Crater, enclosed by towering walls, some 25,000 large mammals wander the plains, lakes and forests of ‘The land that time forgot', dominated by enormous bull elephants, rhinos and lions. Enjoy a full day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater with a picnic lunch. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater to Tarangire NP

Depart Ngorongoro Crater after breakfast, head south east past Lake Manyara and Mto wa Mbu Village. Through the highlands and the Karatu district, you’ll view the scenic wheat plains and coffee plantations here before journeying down the spectacular escarpment turning south on to the main Arusha – Dodoma road and into the park. From here to the lodge, enjoy a game drive en route. After lunch board your safari vehicle and enjoy an afternoon game viewing within the park. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Tarangire NP via Arusha to Zanzibar

Head north east to Arusha. The journey will pass through the Masai Steppe filled with many picturesque African villages as well as maize, coffee and banana plantations. You transfer to Arusha Airport. A picnic lunch is provided. Fly by scheduled flight to Zanzibar Airport (flight included in safari price) departing 12:45pm arriving 2:20pm. You are met on arrival in Zanzibar and transferred to your beach resort where you spend the next 3 nights. (B,L,D)

Days 9 and 10: Zanzibar beach

Enjoy time at your Zanzibar beach resort. Maybe visit ancient Stone Town or take a Spice Tour. Your Safari speciaist can help you arrange activities. (B,D)

Day 11: Depart

Say goodbye to magical Zanzibar; you will be transferred to the Zanzibar airport for your onward flight. (B,D)

What's Included

  • One night at Arusha Serena Hotel with breakfast
  • One night at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge with all meals
  • Two nights at Serengeti Serena Lodge with all meals
  • Two nights at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge with all meals
  • One night in Tarangire Sopa Lodge with all meals
  • Three nights at Nyungwi Beach Resort, Zanzibar, or similar, with breakfast and dinner
  • Private airport transfers 
  • Private safari vehicle with bilingual driver/guide 

 

Based on departures 01 January - 29 February, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 6529
Each of 4 5799
Each of 6 5499

 

Based on departures 01 - 31 March, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 5599
Each of 4 4879
Each of 6 4599

 

Based on departures 01 April - 24 May, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 5199
Each of 4 4469
Each of 6 4199

 

Based on departures 25 May - 23 June, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 6369
Each of 4 5539
Each of 6 5259

 

Based on departures 24 June - 31 October, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 6689
Each of 4 5959
Each of 6 5679

 

Based on departures 01 November - 15 December, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 5599
Each of 4 4879
Each of 6 4599

 

Based on departures 16 December - 31 December, 2024
Price per person from*  
Each of 2 6859
Each of 4 6129
Each of 6 5849

Trip Terms

*Prices are quoted in USD and are ‘from’, per person, based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements apply.  Black-out dates may apply. All pricing is strictly subject to availability. All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices.  Airlines frequently change their prices as a result of fare increases and/or fuel surcharges. Prices are current at time of posting (7/29/2022) and may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed. CA CST: 2076233-40 | WA ID: 601 684 531 | PC-1282498.

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