8 Days: Tanzania and Zanzibar Safaris

8 Days Tanzania safari holiday and Zanzibar tour. This wildlife safari and beach extention in Tanzania can be re-arrange so that to suit our esteemed clients, it can be budget/ camping or lodge Safaris package, strongly recommended for honeymoon, couple or family holiday, for thoose who have a dream to visit to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Manyara national Park in combination with Zanzibar Island Tour.

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Day 1: Arusha, Tanzania’s Safari Gateway

Arrive in Kilimanjaro International Airport where our driver guide will transfer you to Arusha City. Located below Mount Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, Arusha has a temperate climate. The city is close to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Arusha National Park on Mount Meru. Arusha City is a major international diplomatic hub.

Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park & Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast depart for Lake Manyara National Park, en-route game drive, picnic lunch served in the park. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is one of the most beautiful places in Africa. The Park is dramatically marked off by lush green vegetation consisting of tall trees of the ground water forest, which provide home to troops of baboons and blue monkeys. Further down, the forest opens up into woodland, grassland, swamps and beyond, the soda lake itself where over 350 species of birds, including the lively flamingo, pelican, sacred ibis, grebe and stork can be viewed. At the southern end of the Park are hot sulphur springs called MajiMoto. Manyara is noted for its numerous buffalo, elephant, giraffe, impala, hippo, as well as a great variety of smaller animals, and of course the very elusive tree-climbing lions. In the afternoon, you will proceed towards Ngorongoro conservation Area. Diner and overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House (full board).

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park

After breakfast descend to the Crater floor for game drive, lunch at hippo pool picnic site. The bottom of the crater dotted with watering-holes, shelters almost 30 000 animals in an area naturally enclosed by the slopes of the volcano. Ngorongoro is the largest unbroken caldera in the world and surrounded by very steep walls rising 610m from the floor. Covering an area of 259 sq. kms, it is considered to be one of the Wonders of the Natural World and is a veritable haven for wildlife. In the afternoon, you will precede towards Serengeti National Park probably the greatest park on earth. This park, undoubtedly the most famous in the world, covers over 14 000 sq. km and offers among many other things the biggest concentration of big cats in the world Cheetahs, Lions, Leopards, Wild cats, birds, impala, Diner and overnight Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp.

Day 4: Serengeti National Park

Early morning game drives in Serengeti National Park, before your breakfast. Mid and afternoon game drives, followed by a picnic lunch served in the park. Many different landscapes can be found in the Serengeti: Savannah with the big plains to the south, hills & woods to the west, the Kopjes area to the east, and bush land to the north. Important rivers also run through the park. Many different species of mammals can be spotted during game drives, elephant, buffalo, giraffes, antelopes, hippo and crocodile can also be found, Diner and overnight Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp.

Day 5: Zanzibar Beach Vacation

After breakfast at the lodge, you will be transferred with a game drive en route to Serener Airstrip for a flight to Zanzibar. Our driver will meet you at Zanzibar Airport and transfer to Magical beach of Nungwi (North Coast). The Swahili culture was born there in the seventh century. Stone Town is the ideal place to feel the atmosphere, and soul of Zanzibar. Elegant trader’s houses, old coral stone buildings set behind large carved doors, some with Koranic inscriptions in Arabic, narrow alleyways with covered balconies, wonderful shops and tiny stalls, spice and fish market, and in the evening sounds and smells from the Fordham Gardens where fish and lobster are grilled on barbecues. Zanzibar is known as the Spice Islands. A guided tour to spice farms and plantations is an option here. Zanzibar is an idyllic beach holiday island, sandy white beaches and clear blue waters are among the best in the world, Overnight at The Z Boutique Hotel (bed and breakfast)

Day 6-7: Zanzibar Beach Vacation

Breakfast served at the hotel. Full day at leisure and optional excursions can be booked from our desk office i.e.: Visit of the historical Stone Town, Spice tour, Prison Island, Safari Blue, sandbank picnic and many more. Zanzibar is known as the Spice Islands and was once the world’s leading producer of cloves. A guided tour to spice farms and plantations is an option here. Here you can see, smell and taste aromatic species, scented plants among them, guava, mangoes, vanilla, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, chilies, black pepper and cinnamon. Zanzibar is an idyllic beach holiday island, its pristine reefs, sandy white beaches and clear blue waters are among the best in the world. Overnight at The Z Boutique Hotel (bed and breakfast)

Day 8: Zanzibar Airport

After breakfast served at the hotel, Morning free at leisure around the beach of the hotel, Transfer to the airport or seaport according to the time of your departure back home.

INCLUDED

  • Accommodation according to the itinerary
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Professional, English-speaking safari cook
  • Overnight stays in safari tents
  • Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables etc.)
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Mineral water
  • All mentioned activities
  • All national park fees

NOT INCLUDED

  • Sleeping bag
  • Flights
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

PLACES TO STAY

Budget Camping

If you’re on a tight budget and don’t mind basic comfort, this option is perfect for you!

Standard Lodges

For anyone who wants a medium comfort level but doesn’t want to break the bank too much.

Mid-range lodges

This accommodation option offers a good level of comfort and often a few nice extra’s.

luxury lodges

Do you want a superior level of comfort and service? Then this option’s for you.

 

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