This itinerary covers the highlights of Northern Tanzania’s wildlife-rich parks and contrasts it with the cultural and coastal beauty of Zanzibar. Adjustments can be made based on specific interests, seasonality, and travel preferences.
Overview
This itinerary covers the highlights of Northern Tanzania’s wildlife-rich parks and contrasts it with the cultural and coastal beauty of Zanzibar. Adjustments can be made based on specific interests, seasonality, and travel preferences.
Itinerary
Morning: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha.
Afternoon: Explore Arusha town, visit local markets, and relax after your journey.
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.
Morning: Drive to Tarangire National Park (about 2 hours).
Afternoon: Game drive in Tarangire to see elephants, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
Evening: Overnight stay at a lodge or camp in or near Tarangire.
Morning: Depart for Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Afternoon: Enjoy a game drive en route to Serengeti, stopping at viewpoints.
Evening: Arrive in Serengeti for dinner and overnight stay at a lodge or camp.
Full Day: Spend the day on game drives in Serengeti, exploring its vast plains and searching for the Big Five and wildebeest migration (depending on the season).
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti.
Morning: Early morning game drive in Serengeti.
Afternoon: Drive to Ngorongoro Crater, with optional visits to Olduvai Gorge and Maasai villages.
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.
Morning: Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
Afternoon: Drive back to Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight to Zanzibar.
Evening: Arrive in Zanzibar, transfer to your hotel or resort for dinner and overnight stay.
Full Day: Relax on Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches, explore Stone Town, visit Spice Farms, or take a boat trip for snorkeling or diving.
Evening: Farewell dinner and overnight stay in Zanzibar
Morning: Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy your last moments in Zanzibar before transferring to the airport for departure.
Terms
Cost Includes
- Accommodation: Lodging in hotels, lodges, or tented camps as specified in the itinerary.
- Transportation: All ground transportation including airport transfers, safari vehicles (4x4), and domestic flights as mentioned.
- Meals: Most meals as specified in the itinerary (usually breakfast, lunch, and dinner during safari days).
- Activities: Game drives and park fees in Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Guides: Services of professional English-speaking safari guides/drivers for the duration of the safari.
- Entrance Fees: National park entrance fees and conservation fees.
- Internal Flights: Domestic flights from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Zanzibar (if included in the itinerary).
Cost Excludes
- International Flights: Flights to and from your home country to Tanzania.
- Visa Fees: Entry visa fees for Tanzania (if required), and Zanzibar (if different from mainland Tanzania).
- Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance covering medical expenses, trip cancellation, and loss/damage of luggage.
- Optional Activities: Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris, cultural visits, and additional excursions not specified in the itinerary.
- Personal Expenses: Expenses of a personal nature such as souvenirs, laundry, drinks (unless specified), and tips/gratuities.
- Medical Precautions: Costs associated with vaccinations, medications, and any medical consultations.
- Meals: Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary, particularly those during free time in Arusha and Zanzibar.
- Additional Costs: Any additional costs incurred due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, natural disasters, etc.
