11 Days Big Five Wildlife Safari and Zanzibar Beach

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ID: GYG855266-1350816
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Country: Tanzania

Duration: 11 days


Description

Explore most of wildlife areas in Tanzania, See beautiful scenery of Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Lake Manyara, then spoil yourself by white sands beach and blue azure sea of Zanzibar.
Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet and greet by your guide. From there, enjoy a seamless and comfortable transfer to the enchanting Springlands Hotel or similar. Relax and unwind in the serene environment of Hotel, featuring a swimming pool, a beautiful garden, a bar, and a restaurant.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Tarangire National Park. Explore the park on a game drive, and have a chance to see the big four: lions, elephants, buffalos, and leopards. Overnight: Highview Coffee Lodge or similar

Day 3: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive to the famous Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation area. Enjoy a game drive en route, and have a chance to see all big four, as well as other wild animals like hippos, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, hyenas, and Thomson gazelles. Overnight at Serengeti wild camp or similar

Day 4: Serengeti National Park - Full Day Game Drive
Enjoy a full day game drive in Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is a wild paradise where you will be able to see thousands of wild animals and also the migration of wildebeests, depending on the season.

Day 5: Serengeti-Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, make a game drive briefly in famous Serengeti then to Ngorongoro in the afternoon via Olduvai George, believed to be the home of the first human being. The skull of Homo sapiens was discovered here by Dr. Leakey. Overnight: Highview Coffee Lodge or similar

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Full Game Drive - Karatu
After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater and descend to the floor of the “Seventh Wonder of the World.” The Ngorongoro Reserve is home to a wide variety of wildlife including the big cats and more than four hundred bird species. Keep an eye out for the ‘big five.’

Day 7: Karatu-Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The park is also home to a large number of buffalos, giraffes, elephants, impalas, and a hippo lake, where large numbers of hippos usually gather. Enjoy a game drive till noon then to Arusha.

Day 8: Arusha to Zanzibar beach
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Arrive in Zanzibar in time for dinner and overnight at your resort, Blue Bay Beach or similar.

Day 9: Zanzibar Island explore Stone Town
After breakfast, proceed for a morning and afternoon Stone Town tour. Be shown around the historical culture and architectural important town of Zanzibar. Old Indian dispensary (cultural center) to Maruhubi Palace ruins

Day 10: Zanzibar Full Day
Breakfast then relax at leisure or have a chance to participate in sea activities e.g. snorkeling in the nice and warm sea of Zanzibar rich in marine life, diving in Mnemba Atoll, one of the best dive sites in Zanzibar

Day 11: Departure
Wake up for your final hot buffet breakfast then check-out of your hotel then transfer for your scheduled flight to Arusha. Drop off

Highlights

  • Discover the rich culture and history of Zanzibar on a guided tour of Stone Town
  • Explore Crater, home to a wide variety of wildlife and bird species
  • Visit the Olduvai George, believed to be the home of the first human being
  • Relax on the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar and take a dip in the warm sea
  • See the Big Five and other wild animals on a game drive in the Serengeti

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The itinerary may be subject to change depending on weather and road conditions.
Visitors are advised to follow the guide's instructions for their safety.
The migration of wildebeests in Serengeti National Park depends on the season.
Olduvai Gorge visit offers insight into early human history.
A visit to the former slave market site in Zanzibar is included, which is now an Anglican church.
Marine activities in Zanzibar can be booked in advance or directly on the island.
INCLUDED
  • Safari in a comfortable 4×4 safari Land cruiser Jeep
  • English speaking Driver guide
  • Game drives
  • Accommodation
  • Mineral water
  • All Park Entrance Fees
  • Round-trip airport transfer to zanzibar and fro
NOT INCLUDED
  • Soft & alcoholic drinks
  • Things of personal nature
  • International Airfares, Visa Fees
  • Optional activities unless specified as included
  • Tips and other gratitude

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.