On this safari, expect to be impressed by the accommodation which is opulent and exquisitely designed, the guides, who are knowledgeable and the activities, which are as flexible as you would like them to be. It is a Combining scenery & big-game in Tanzania with the fascinating cultures, history and exotic beaches of Zanzibar which includes island retreats that are perfect for relaxation, exploring and diving. Please note that only organize private Safaris, only you and your travel partner's will be on the transfers, tours and
the Safari vehicle! And we can organize that tour for you for any date. Spend your honeymoon in Africa with this blending of luxury Safari and beach holiday on Zanzibar!
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha.
Our representative will pick you from arrival point and then take you in Arusha. Your tour organizer will come to introduce you to your driver guide and short briefing about your schedule plan. Dinner will be served on same place, with your Safari starting the next day.
Day 2: Departure to Lake Manyara.
Your Safari starts with the drive to Lake Manyara. Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park is recognized for its incredible beauty. You can see many game animals such as Buffalo, Elephant, Giraffe, Impala, hippo and others. Overnight at E Unoto Retreat at Lake Manyara. All meals included.
Day 3: Serengeti.
After breakfast you start on your way to Serengeti National Park. A picnic lunch will be provided. On the way you will stop at the Olduvai Gorge where anthropologists Louis and Mary Leakey made many significant discoveries, contributing to the theory that human life originated in Africa. After stopping for your picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping) in Serengeti you will continue further into the park and go on a game drive. Overnight Serengeti or our luxury tented camping the Serengeti. All meals included.
Day 4: Serengeti game view.
Early morning game drive in the park then back to the lodge for lunch, afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, dinner and overnight at Serengeti or our luxury tented camp. All meals included.
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater.
After breakfast drive to Ngorongoro Crater. After checking in to your lodge, perched high on the crater rim, and enjoying lunch, you will descend the crater walls and spend the afternoon and early evening viewing wildlife on the crater floor. Overnight at Ngorongoro. All meals included.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater.
Early morning game drive (with a picnic lunch) inside the Ngorongoro Crater. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and other species. Your Driver/Guide will be in contact with other safari drivers and will amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals. In the afternoon walking Safari on the crater rim. Overnight at Ngorongoro. All meals included (Note: on that day it is also possible to do a full day walking Safari in the Olmoti or Empakaai Crater, in the Ngorongoro Highlands).
Day 7: Visit of a Maasai village, then proceed to Arusha.
After breakfast we will visit a Maasai Village at Lake Manyara, then proceed to Arusha, and overnight at Arusha. All meals included.
Day 8: Zanzibar.
After breakfast you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro airport for your flight to Zanzibar. After arrival on Zanzibar we will do the Spice Tour on the way to the East Coast. You will learn about Spices and herbs Zanzibar is famous for. Overnight in the Matemwe Retreat (or Matemwe beach village guesthouse).
Days 9 – 10: Beach Hotel Zanzibar.
Relax and enjoy Zanzibar's East Coast around Matemwe Retreat. One day we'll head to Mnemba Island, fantastic for snorkeling. From the sailing boat often you can see dolphins.
Day 11: Zanzibar – Dar/JRO.
After breakfast we will bring you to the airport.
Optional Safari Extension:
- Deluxe Obama Roots and Heritage Safari/Kenya
- Uganda Safari
- Southern Circuit Safari
- Extend to beach holiday to Pangani, Bagamoyo or Pemba Mkomazi National park ( the home of Oryx, hunting dog)
- Volunteer in one of our Community Projects ( Pamoja vision Organization ) (Youth Centers, Schools, Hospitals, Environmental Conservation)
- Cultural Visit plus our variety of Walking Safaris.
* Please note: This is one our most popular itineraries. Absolute African Adventures can also offer you Custom-Designed or Tailor-Made Tanzania Safari Packages. We can design any package you desire or tailor any of those you will find here to suite your individual taste or requirement. We work closely with all the leading safari hotels, lodges and safari camps in Tanzania to produce the best safari itineraries for varied desires and needs.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
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