15 Day The Serengeti & Beyond: A Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar
15 days
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Small Group Tour
2 Arusha, 2 Tarangire National Park, 1 Lake Manyara, 3 Serengeti National Park, 1 Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 2 Stone Town, 2 Nungwi
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Travel to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge herds of elephants and giraffe Game drives in Serengeti National Park, with Africa's highest concentration of wildlife In the Serengeti, linger at the Simba Kopje, inspiration for scenes in The Lion King At the Olduvai Gorge Museum view fossils that provide evidence of our ancestors Visit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a World Heritage Site, Africa’s "Garden of Eden" Explore Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cultural center of the Zanzibar Archipelago Enjoy a sunset cruise on a traditional wooden dhow Explore Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park, home to the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkey Tour a working spice plantation to learn about the crops of the Spice Islands †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
What's this trip about?
2 Arusha, 2 Tarangire National Park, 1 Lake Manyara, 3 Serengeti National Park, 1 Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 2 Stone Town, 2 Nungwi
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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Trip includes
- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights New York-Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Arusha-Zanzibar & Zanzibar-Dar es Salaam 13 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights Arusha 2 nights Tarangire National Park 1 night Lake Manyara 3 nights Serengeti National Park 1 night Ngorongoro Conservation Area 2 nights Stone Town 2 nights Kiwengwa Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 36 meals: 13 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 13 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern 4x4 vehicles on safari and touring vans in Zanzibar Services of English-speaking driver-guide on safari and local guide in Zanzibar Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features National Park Fees
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Itinerary
DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Tanzania
Depart for Tanzania
DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Kilimanjaro
Arrive in Kilimanjaro; transfer to the hotel in Arusha, nestled at the foot of Mt Meru. The rest of the day is yours to rest and relax before dinner tonight
Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Sunday - Tarangire National Park
After an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, travel to the vast Tarangire National Park. The Tarangire River and its tributaries provide the only permanent water supply on Maasai land during the dry season, thus supporting a great diversity of wildlife. Embark on an afternoon game drive followed by dinner at the lodge
Overnight: Tarangire National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4, Monday - Tarangire Game Drives
The thrilling sounds of the animals and birds in the bush awaken you. Enjoy an early morning and afternoon game drive in beautiful Tarangire National Park. Time for personal pursuits before tonight's dinner
Overnight: Tarangire National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Tuesday - Lake Manyara National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its nimble blue monkeys and elephants. The afternoon is free to rest and enjoy the amenities of the lodge. This evening, savor dinner together
Overnight: Lake Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Wednesday - Serengeti National Park
Depart this morning for Serengeti National Park. The vast plains of the Serengeti host a high concentration of game. The first game drive explores the lush Seronera Valley, known for its lion and leopard populations, as well as a variety of other wildlife. At dusk, return to the campsite for dinner
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Thursday - Serengeti Game Drives
Rise before dawn for the optional Sunrise Balloon Safari! Take off in a hot air balloon as the sun rises. A champagne breakfast awaits you at the end of the journey. Continue game viewing as you drive back to camp. Then, explore Moru Kopjes (weather permitting), an area ...
DAY 8, Friday - Serengeti Game Drives
The early morning game drive takes you again into the protected Serengeti refuge. On your return to the camp, a leisurely lunch and time to relax before setting out on the afternoon game drive. After dinner tonight, listen to the sounds of the wilderness
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Saturday - Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Olduvai Gorge Museum
Bid farewell to the Serengeti plains and continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping en route to visit the Olduvai Gorge Museum with its displays of fossils that provide significant evidence of our ancestors almost four million years ago. Tonight at the lodge, savor dinner together
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Sunday - Ngorongoro Game Drive
Explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Africa's "Garden of Eden". Descend almost 2,000 feet to the floor of the crater, which contains a diverse ecosystems and a high concentration of birds and animals! You may spot elephants, lions, gaze...
DAY 11, Monday - Stone Town, Sunset Dhow Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Stone Town, where you will be introduced to the historic capital of the Zanzibar Archipelago. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the town, named a UNESCO Worl...
DAY 12, Tuesday - Tour of Stone Town, Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park
This morning, take a guided walking tour of Stone Town, famous for its Swahili architecture, a maze of narrow alleyways, ornate wooden doors, and many historical buildings.* After lunch, head to Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park, home to a number of endemic species includi...
DAY 13, Wednesday - Mtoni Palace Ruins, Spice Farm, Kidichi Persian Baths
Journey to the western coast of Zanzibar to visit the ruins of Mtoni Palace, birthplace of Princess Salme, the youngest daughter of Sultan Said. Tour the grounds of the palace and enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony. A short drive takes you to one of the old Omani houses...
DAY 14, Thursday - Day at Leisure
Today is at leisure to discover on your own. Relax, rejuvenate, enjoy your beautiful surroundings and treasure your last day in this paradise. This evening, savor dinner at the resort
Overnight: Kiwengwa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 15, Friday - Depart Tanzania
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Dar es Salaam, where you will connect to your departure flight. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 3 PM
Meals: Breakfast
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Last Updated: 7/13/2023
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- Not Included:Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax of $1 per person per night (payable locally), optional tours and gratuities.
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