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Tanzanian Game parks & ZanzibarSAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:The Serengeti National Park has an abundance of game on its grassy plains, where thousands of hoofed animals are followed by the predators, while the Ngorongoro Crater has been declared a World Heritage Site as one of the most important refuges for wildlife in Africa. Northern Tanzania is home to the red-robed Masai people who stalk the plains with their cattle as they have done fro centuries, while the coast and Zanzibar are steeped in a long Muslim tradition. Zanzibar offers a tangle of narrow and ancient alleyways to explore in Stone Town and dazzling white beaches. A safari and time on the beach makes a perfect combination Departure: Sundays Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights Price: From R6 690.00 per person (01 October 2007 - 31 July 2009) Local Payment: US$180.00 per person (01 October 2007 - 31 July 2009) Currency Converter DAY 1: NAIROBI TO ARUSHA (TANZANIA) » This morning we collect the passengers who’ll be joining us on the next leg of our trek » We travel south crossing the border into Tanzania at Namanga » Tonight we stay in a lovely campsite in Meserani on the outskirts of Arusha, before heading out on our Optional Excursions to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater » (Lunch and Dinner) DAYS 2,3,4: ARUSHA TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (OPTIONAL) » Arusha is a pleasant town situated at the base of Mount Meru and is the starting point for the optional excursions to Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti » We conduct these excursions in locally operated 4WD vehicles, which are adapted for safari use » Depending on which option you choose, you will be away from the Arusha campsite for either one or two nights » For those not opting to visit the Ngorongoro Crater or Serengeti National Park, the next 2 days are spent at leisure enjoying the Meserani reptile park, Masai Cultural Museum and the surrounding villages and craft markets » Alternatively the town of Arusha is close by to explore » The Optional Ngorongoro/Serengeti excursion takes us via the Masai town of Mtu Wa Mbu (Mosquito River) that lies adjacent to the Lake Manyara National Park and up the Rift Valley Escarpment to the higher lying village of Karatu » Karatu offers magnificent views over the surrounding hills and has many well established wheat farms that add to the picturesque panoramas » We spend the evening at a pleasant campsite in Karatu » The following morning we depart early for the Ngorongoro Conservation area and head into the wildlife rich Ngorongoro Crater » This World Heritage Site boasts some of the best game viewing in Africa – including the elusive Black Rhino » Those on the 1 night option will transfer back to Meserani after the game drive » After our game drive in the Crater, we head down the Crater rim and past the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ on our way to the Serengeti National Park » We cross the vast plains as we game drive through the southern and central areas in the park » Tonight we camp in the bushveld surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness » In the morning, we head off for another game drive and explore the landscape in search of the resident game » With some luck, we may see some of Africa’s ‘Big 5’! » After our morning drive, we head back across the plains and the lush Crater rim to our truck at Arusha, where we spend the evening musing over our thrilling wildlife experience » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 5: ARUSHA TO PANGANI » After a morning spent exploring Arusha and its vibrant craft markets, we head south towards Dar es Salaam » On the way we drive through the town of Moshi » Moshi is the base for Mount Kilimanjaro climbing expeditions, and weather permitting; we may even catch a glimpse of this magical mountain's snowy summit - a photo opportunity not to be missed! » We pass through vast sisal plantations surrounded by The Usambara and Pare Mountain ranges, before reaching our lovely campsite nestled between these mountains, midway between Arusha and Dar es Salaam » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 6: PANGANI TO DAR ES SALAAM » Today we continue on to Dar es Salaam » Travelling through lush scenery and palm trees, we near the warm Indian Ocean » On arrival in Dar es Salaam we make our way to our lovely seaside campsite and prepare for our departure to Zanzibar the next morning » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 7: DAR ES SALAAM TO ZANZIBAR » A ferry from Dar es Salaam takes us to the "Spice Island," where we have the option to spend the next 3 nights » Zanzibar is steeped in history and was one of the major starting points for most East African explorers in their quest for new lands » New passengers may join us to replace those that'll leave us at the end of our excursion to Zanzibar » PLEASE NOTE: Accommodation and Meals are for your own account whilst on Zanzibar, as it is our experience that passengers prefer to explore the island on their own. The Trip Leader joins you and can arrange your accommodation, while meals can be enjoyed from a wide selection of restaurants » (Breakfast) DAYS 8,9: ZANZIBAR » History aside, Zanzibar offers a wealth of experiences for the visitor » Today the quiet streets of the old Stone Town still retain their Arabic influence, from the Medina-like shops to the palaces of the Sultans, who founded their vast empires on the spoils of the slave and ivory trade » The island is famous for its spices and an excursion around a spice plantation is always a fascinating experience » Other options include a trip to the beautiful beaches and giant tortoises of Prison Island, a full day scuba dive in Nungwe or a fishing trip in a traditional dhow » Mopeds are available for hire if you'd like to explore the more remote areas of the island » Zanzibar is a seafood lover's paradise » Numerous restaurants offer a great variety of the freshest catch from the ocean - crayfish being a popular speciality » Alternatively, mingle with the locals for dinner at the Forodhani Gardens seafront market, where delicious, inexpensive seafood is on offer DAY 10: ZANZIBAR TO DAR ES SALAAM » Leaving Zanzibar, we return to the mainland and another night in Dar es Salaam » (Dinner) The above Tanzanian Game parks & Zanzibar rates are inclusive of: -» Seat on fully equipped expedition truck/vehicle » All cooking and camping equipment (except sleeping bag and mat) » Meals » Parks fees and excursions as per the itinerary » Services of trip leader » Driver and safari cook (unless otherwise stated) Please Note » When you book this trip, you are entitled to receive a FREE 3 Day Masai Mara Safari the Thursday before your trip begins. The Local Payment is still applicable for the trip. This fantastic offer must be taken up at the same time you book this trip » Booking Conditions |
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