This 12 days Safari and beach is a perfect combination of those who wants to explore Tanzania's best parks and Zanzibar Beaches. The trip starts from Arusha ending in Zanzibar.
Tour ref. no
12Days BS
Departure / return location
Arusha
Itinerary
Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Elephants of Tarangire
Tarangire National park is particularly known for the abundance of Ancient Baobab trees (the largest trees in the continent) which fill the landscape and dwarf the animals next to them. The river of the park is full of wildlife ranging from a large variety of birds to lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes and, of course, elephants. In fact, the park has the largest concentration of elephants in the whole country and provides unique chances to observe the interaction between elephant families. The lunch area is fascinating, boasting an observatory with amazing views to the river and wildlife (with good chances of seeing a hunt while having your picnic). In the afternoon we will still do a game drive before continuing to your accommodation.
Our selection includes: Mid-range; Baobab Camp Luxury; Tarangire River Camp High End; Oliver's Camp
Day 2 & 3
Serengeti National Park
Big Cats of Serengeti
After an early breakfast, depart towards the most famous National park in the World, the Serengeti. The driving itself, although long, is spectacular. This will be an unforgettable moment for anyone seeing it for the first time. As you progress well into the Serengeti, you will see why the name means, in local language, "endless plains". The park has 6,900 sq. mile (18,000 sq. km) and for most of it, the plains will stretch to the horizon defying your senses and perception of distances. It is the home of the Great Migration and to 2 million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras and all kinds of antelopes. As for Big Cats and large predators, it's the place of choice to look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, with many television scenes like the famous river crossings having been filmed in this park.
You will spend two nights in Serengeti. Our selection includes: Mid-range: Mawe Tented Camp Luxury; Ole Serai Camp, Kubu Kubu Lodge High End; Pioneer Camp, Four Seasons
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Olduvai Gorge Maasai and Ngorongoro
On this day, we suggest a very early wake up in order to do an early morning game drive (when the animals are more active) and see one of the best sunrises you'll ever witness. After the game drive, we return to the camp for a rewarding brunch and then we'll proceed to Ngorongoro, the 8th wonder of the Natural World. The crater spreads for 102 sq. miles and has 2.000 ft high walls, making it virtually a Noah's ark and inhabiting almost every species of wildlife that is indigenous to East Africa. It's one of the very rare locations in the whole continent where you can witness the black Rhino. The crater has a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a great concentration of flamingos, a forest and open plains. It's also famous for its elephants which, are the largest in the world and have huge tusks. Ngorongoro Crater is truly a Wonder of the Natural World.
The crater spreads for 102 sq. miles and has 2.000 ft high walls, making it virtually a Noah's ark and inhabiting almost every species of wildlife that is indigenous to East Africa. It's one of the very rare locations in the whole continent where you can witness the black Rhino. The concentration of African wildlife if the greatest in the continent. The crater has a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a great concentration of flamingos, a forest and open plains. It's also famous for its elephants which are the largest in the world and have huge tusks.
Pick up from your hotel at 08,30am and start a beautiful journey across the Great Rift Valley for a full day game safari. Although small dimension (230square Kilometres), the park is famous for its green scenery, varied bird life, tree-climbing lions, hippos and baboons. The landscapes of Lake Manyara are something that can not be described with words, and the game drives along the lake provide stunning photo opportunities of giraffes. At sunset you drive to airport for a flight to Zanzibar. On arrival you will be met and transfer to stone town for the night.
Choices of Accommodation: Tembo House hotel Kisiwa House
Day 7-12
Zanzibar Island
Pristine beaches of Zanzibar
After a morning stone town tour drive to the beach side of Zanzibar. You will spend 5 nights on the island Last day transfer to airport is included during your stays
Our recommendations:
Gold Zanzibar Kilindi Zanzibar The Residence Zuri Zanzibar Konokono Beach Resort The Sands Pongwe Beach Hotel
