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Overview of the 12 Days Private Safari and Beach Adventure in Tanzania
This 12-day private safari and beach adventure in Tanzania offers an extraordinary journey through some of the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations, followed by a relaxing retreat on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar. The trip combines thrilling game drives, cultural experiences, and serene coastal relaxation, providing an unforgettable Tanzanian experience.
Trip Highlights
- Arusha:
– Arrival and Orientation: Begin your adventure in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Enjoy a brief city tour, soaking in the local culture and preparing for the journey ahead. - Lake Manyara National Park:
– Game Drives: Explore the diverse ecosystems of Lake Manyara, from dense forests to open savannahs. Witness the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and a variety of bird species, including flamingos.
– Bird Watching: Lake Manyara is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 400 species of birds, making it an excellent spot for ornithology enthusiasts.
3. Tarangire National Park:
– Elephant Encounters: Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant populations. Enjoy game drives where you can observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
Cultural Visits: Engage with local communities, learn about their traditions, and gain insight into the Maasai culture.
4. Serengeti National Park:
– Great Migration: If timed right, witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing.
– Big Five Safari: Experience the thrill of spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—across the vast Serengeti plains.
– Hot Air Balloon Safari: Optionally, take a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti at dawn, offering panoramic views of the landscape and wildlife below.
Ngorongoro Crater:
– Crater Exploration: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore this unique ecosystem teeming with wildlife. The crater is one of the best places to see the endangered black rhino in Africa.
– Cultural Tour: Visit a local Maasai village near the crater, where you can interact with the Maasai people and learn about their way of life.
6. Stone Town, Zanzibar:
– Historical Exploration: Wander through the narrow, winding streets of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the rich history of Zanzibar through visits to the Sultan’s Palace, the House of Wonders, and the old slave market.
– Cultural Experiences: Enjoy a tour to learn about the island’s famed spice trade and sample fresh, aromatic spices.
7. Zanzibar Beaches:
– Beach Relaxation: Conclude your trip with a stay on Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches. Relax on the white sands, swim in the turquoise waters, or soak up the sun.
– Water Sports: Engage in various water activities such as snorkeling, diving, and sailing. Explore the vibrant coral reefs and marine life of the Indian Ocean.
Sunset Dhow Cruise: Experience a traditional dhow cruise at sunset, a perfect way to end your day on the island, with the sun’s golden hues reflecting on the water.
This 12-day Private Safari Beach Tanzania Zanzibar adventure itinerary offers a well-rounded experience of Tanzania’s wildlife, culture, and natural beauty, making it a perfect choice for adventure and relaxation.
– Arrival: Land in Tanzania, typically at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
– Arusha: Spend time in Arusha, a city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. Explore the local markets’ vibrant culture and enjoy Tanzanian cuisine.
– Tarangire National Park is known for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees.
– Wildlife Viewing: During extensive game drives, spot lions, giraffes, and zebras.
– Lake Manyara National Park is known for its large elephant herds, variety of bird species, underground water forest, and tree-climbing lions.
Wildlife Viewing: During extensive game drives, you can spot lions, giraffes, elephants, flamingos, zebras, and many more.
– Ngorongoro Conservation Area: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
– The Ngorongoro Crater: Experience a unique ecosystem with abundant wildlife, including the Big Five.
– Cultural Experience: Visit a Maasai village to learn about local traditions.
– Serengeti National Park: Iconic for its vast plains and part of the Great Migration route.
– Game Drives: Witness diverse wildlife in their natural habitat, including the chance to see the Great Migration.
– Transfer to Zanzibar: Fly from the mainland to the tropical island.
– Stone Town: Explore this historic city with its winding alleys, bustling bazaars, and Swahili architecture. Visit key historical sites like the Sultan’s Palace and the Old Fort.
– Beach Time: Relax on the white sandy beaches and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
– Snorkeling and Diving: Engage in water activities like snorkeling and diving to explore the rich marine life of Zanzibar’s coral reefs.
– Cultural Tours: Visit spice farms to learn about the island’s spice trade history.
This 11-day safari combines the best of Tanzanian wildlife with the exotic allure of Zanzibar, offering a blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and relaxation. It provides a comprehensive experience of East Africa’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. It is perfect for couples, families, honeymooners, and individuals who want to explore Tanzania’s best holiday spots.
Kilimanjaro Airport Pick up
Meet and greet upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay at Bed and Breakfast (BB)
Our Choices Includes;
Mid-Luxury: Mount Meru Game Lodge
Luxury: Lake Duluti Lodge
High-End: Arusha Coffee Lodge
Canopy Walk and Safari Game Drives
Lake Manyara National Park is your first destination. Known for its stunning diversity, the park is home to tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, and countless bird species. The park’s centerpiece is the alkaline Lake Manyara, which attracts flamingos and other waterfowl. You’ll enjoy a game drive before overnighting in a lodge near the park.
Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Karatu Tented Lodge
Luxury: Manyara’s Secret Lodge
High-End: Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
The Big Cats of Serengeti
Your journey continues to the world-renowned central part of Serengeti National Park, known for its vast plains, territories of the big cats, and the resident animals. Central Serengeti offers unrivaled wildlife encounters. You’ll enjoy game drives in search of the park’s resident predators and grazers. Two nights will be spent here.
Our Choices Includes;
Mid-Luxury: Mawe Tented Camp
Luxury: Siringit Camp
High-End: Lemala Nanyukie
Rhinos of Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast in the morning, we will depart for Ngorongoro Crater, which spans 102 square miles and has walls rising 2,000 feet high, making it a natural sanctuary for wildlife. This location is unique in East Africa, hosting almost every species indigenous to the region. It’s one of the few places on the continent where you can see the black rhino. The concentration of African wildlife here is among the greatest in Africa. The crater features a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a significant population of flamingos, a forest, and open plains. It is also renowned for its elephants, which are some of the largest in the world and boast impressive tusks.
Our selection includes:
Mid-Luxury: Karatu Tented Lodge
Luxury: Lion’s Paw Lodge
High End: &Beyond Crater Lodge
Elephants and Baobab Trees of Tarangire
Tarangire National Park
A day in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, offers a captivating journey into an untamed wilderness, as dawn breaks, set out on a game drive, the rising sun casting a warm glow on the ancient baobab trees and the golden savannah. Here, you can witness large herds of elephants and their families gathered around waterholes and spot impalas, zebras, and perhaps even leopards in their natural habitat. Midday is perfect for a picnic amidst this breathtaking scenery. The park’s diverse birdlife further enhances the experience, ranging from the vibrant lilac-breasted rollers to the massive ostriches. Afternoon safaris reveal even more wildlife wonders. As the sun sets, the horizon transforms into a stunning canvas of colors, marking a fitting end to a day filled with unforgettable safari adventures in Tarangire.
Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Baobab Tented Camp
Luxury: Kuro Treetops Lodge
High-End: Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Zanzibar’s Stone Town
Zanzibar Island
After the Morning Safari in Tarangire, you will be transferred to Arusha for an hour’s flight to Zanzibar, where one night is spent at Stone Town Hotel.Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Kholle House Boutique Hotel
Luxury: Kisiwa House
High-End: Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Zanzibar’s Paradise Island
After a morning guided tour of Stone Town, you will proceed to the beachside of Zanzibar, staying at a hotel you selected in collaboration with our sales team. Post the Stone Town tour, a drive will take you to this idyllic beachside location. You will spend the next three nights on the island, where numerous activities can be organized to enhance your experience. These include snorkeling, diving, a spice tour, Safari Blue, a dolphin tour, and many others. Feel free to add any of these extras to your itinerary.
Your last day marks the end of the 12 Days Private Safari and Beach Adventure in Tanzania.
We will arrange for your transfer to the airport for your onward flights.
Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Zanzibar Sunrise
Luxury: Gold Zanzibar
High-End: Tulia Zanzibar
PRICE INCLUDES
- All ground transportation
- Professional Safari guide/driver language of your choice is English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German.
- Transportation using 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for easy viewing and photo taking.
- National Park entrance fees.
- Domestic air transfers from Arusha to Zanzibar
- Government charges
- Taxes VAT included
- Accommodation with meals included as per your final itinerary includes Bed and breakfast in all town hotels and Full board on safari.
PRICE EXCLUDES
- Personal items of nature, such as alcoholic drinks/beverages.
- Tips and gratuities
- Visa to Tanzania
- International flight to the country
Itinerary
- Day 1 - Arrival to Tanzania
- Day 2 - Lake Manyara National Park
- Day 3 & 4 - Serengeti National Park - Big Cats of Serengeti
- DAY 5 - Ngorongoro Crater
- DAY 6 - Tarangire National Park
- DAY 7 - Morning Safari, Fly to Zanzibar Stone Town
- DAY 8- 12 - Beach Relaxation
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Embark on a 12-day private safari and Zanzibar beach adventure in Tanzania, exploring the country’s most renowned wildlife and coastal destinations. Begin your journey in Arusha, followed by thrilling game drives in Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and the iconic Serengeti, where you’ll witness the abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to spot the Big Five in a unique natural setting. After your safari, unwind in the historic Stone Town of Zanzibar, then relax on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, enjoying the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. This journey offers an unparalleled experience of Tanzania’s rich wildlife, culture, and serene coastlines.
