Best of Tanzania
12 days
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Small Group Tour
Unearth the diversity of East Africa, seeing majestic wildlife amid volcanic springs, calm lakes, gorges and native forests before unwinding on the exotic "spice island" of Zanzibar, with its powdery beaches and offshore coral reefs in shimmering turquoise waters.
$12,375
From$10,855
Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Seeing animals in their natural habitat, so close that you actually feel as if you could touch them.
- Big Five viewing
- Relaxing on the palm-fringed beaches, you’ll be able to enjoy a range of activities.
- Take a trip to the narrow streets of Stone Town.
- Immerse yourself in the smells and tastes of nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves on a legendary spice tour.
What's this trip about?
Unearth the diversity of East Africa, seeing majestic wildlife amid volcanic springs, calm lakes, gorges and native forests before unwinding on the exotic "spice island" of Zanzibar, with its powdery beaches and offshore coral reefs in shimmering turquoise waters.
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 18 people
Age range3 to 90 years
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityArusha
End CityDar Es Salaam
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Max Group Size
Trip includes
- Pick-up at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Transfer to a luxury hotel and back to airport.
- Local flights .
- Park Fees
- Accommodations and meals as per the itinerary.
- Safari car Land Cruiser 4x4 equipped with refrigerator, portable charging stations and pop-up roof.
- Experienced English-speaking safari guide.
- Services of Alaitol safaris Staff.
Popular Trips
Itinerary
Day 1: JRO / Arusha / Lake Manyara National Park
This morning we drive to the Lake Manyara National Park, home to the huge migratory pink flamingos. After checking into your lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive by Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge (BLD)
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park / Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a morning game drive through Lake Manyara National Park Return to your lodge for breakfast, followed by a moment of relaxation and lunch before departing to the highlands. Arrive at your well-placed lodge on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, with grand views of the ancient volcanic basin 2,000 feet below this afternoon. Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge (BLD)
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
Spend a full day exploring the woodlands, lakes and wide-open plains of the Crater floor and enjoy a wonderful picnic lunch during your safari. Ngorongoro offers unsurpassed viewing of rare black rhinoceros, which are undisturbed by vehicles and allow viewing at close r...
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater / Serengeti National Park
The legendary Serengeti Plain is your destination today, a vast rolling plain whose sparse vegetation allows for some of the best wildlife viewing in the world. The annual migration of wildebeest and zebra is one of the park’s great attractions, but throughout the year ...
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
A thrilling day of game viewing will take you to prime areas for seeing the fullest possible variety of animals. Visit hippo pools in the Seronera Valley, forests where leopard and monkeys live in the treetops, kopjes where lions laze in the shade, and riversides where ...
Day 6: Serengeti National Park - Western Corridor
After breakfast you drive to the Western Serengeti while enjoying en route game viewing. In the magnificent area of over 6,000 square miles, the variety of wildlife is endless. You will arrive to your luxurious tented camp in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy another exciting round of game viewing. Overnight: Kirawira Serena Camp (BLD)
Day 7: Western Serengeti / Arusha / Dar Es Salaam / Selous
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, you will be transferred to the Grumeli Airstrip for your flight to Arusha and connect flight to Dar Es Salaam. Upon arrival to Dar Es Salaam, you will board your connecting flight to the Selous Game Reserve. On arrival i...
Day 8: Selous Game Reserve
You will have 2 full days in the Selous Game Reserve staying at the tented lodge overlooking the gorge of Rufiji River Camp. Enjoy exploration of the reserve in 4x4 vehicles, boat, and on foot. The Selous is famous for its elephants, and was originally set aside as a h...
Day 9: Selous Game Reserve
Enjoy your 2nd day at Selous Game Reserve. During your foot safari, you will gain a particularly intimate feel for the African wilds, while air excursions by landrover will permit you to have good photographic opportunities and the chance to explore different sections o...
Day 10: Selous Game Reserve / Zanzibar Island
Today you will have your last game drive at Selous Game Reserve and proceed to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival to Zanzibar, you will be transferred to your hotel with the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Enjoy your moment at leisure at the poolside and relax with the gentle breeze of the Indian Ocean. Overnight: Zanzibar Serena Inn (BLD)
Day 11: Zanzibar Island
This morning, enjoy a tour of Stone Town. You will walk through the narrow streets and experience the Arabian culture of Zanzibar. As you walk through this town, you will see the former slave market, Anglican Cathedral, the House of Wonders, the Sultans Palace Museum, ...
Day 12: Zanzibar Island / Dar Es Salaam / Departure
This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your return flight to Dar Es Salaam. Upon arrival, you will board your connecting flight returning back to home.
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Price From $10,855
Price per day$905
Single supplement (single occupancy)$1,564
Last Updated: 2/23/2024
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International Air tickets and departure taxes.
- Visa fee.
- Personal expenses
Accommodation
Guides
Profession Safari Guides
Cancellation policy
Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in numbers are subject to Cancellation and No Show fees if cancelled within 60 days of the arrival date: 60 days to 30 days prior to arrival: 30% 29 days to 02 days prior to arrival: 65% Within 48hrs: 100%
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Meals Included
11 Breakfast, 11 Lunch and 11 Dinner
Age Requirements
3 to 90 years
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