Classic Safari in Tanzania & Zanzibar
Trip Overview
Travel Route: Kilimanjaro – Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater (2) - Serengeti (3) - Stone Town (1) - Zanzibar (5)
12 Days, 11 Nights
The perfect holiday combination, combining safari in Northern Tanzania with a wonderful beach and cultural experience in Zanzibar. See the flamingos and tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara, the amazing landscapes in the Ngorongoro crater and the great migration in the Serengeti. Afterwards you can relax on the palm lined white sandy beaches of Zanzibar and experience authentic Swahili culture in Stone Town.
Ideal For:
- Amazing Wildlife
- Great Migration
- Beautiful Beaches
- Authentic Culture
Highlights:
- Great Migration in the Serengeti
- Amazing Wildlife in Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro
- Beautiful & quiet beaches in Zanzibar
- Authentic Swahili culture in Stone Town
Cost per Person:
in USD, excluding international flights.
$4340
(For Option 1 hotels)
$6135
(For Option 2 hotels)
The price quoted above is an approximate price per person on a twin-sharing basis in the high season (July-Oct). Prices vary according to number of guests travelling, selected accommodation and season.
Travel Insurance is not included in the cost.
Services Included:
Fullboard accommodation for 5 nights on safari, Bed & Breakfast in Stone Town, Halfboard & Fullboard accommodation on Zanzibar Beach, game drives in Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti, Top quality 4x4 safari vehicle and qualified English-speaking driver guide, All national park and conservation fees, All flights and transfers in Tanzania, Flying Doctor emergency evacuation cover, 24-hour point of contact in Africa
Itinerary Detail
Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater (2 nights)
Days 1-3
Drive from Kilimanjaro to Lake Manyara (3-4 hours) | Transfer to Ngorongoro (30-60 minutes).
Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara National Park is stunningly beautiful. In the heat of the day, the famous tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara might be seen stretched on the branches of flat-topped acacia trees. Enjoy the lovely views of the lake which attracts more than 400 species of birds, including flamingos and pelicans. Watching elephants, buffalo, and hippo in one of the mud pools provides for some wonderful
safari moments, and the backdrop of the escarpment adds a spectacular component to the scenery.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the natural wonders of the world; its spectacular rim constantly in view as you search for wildlife on the crater floor. The plains and swamps are home to a wide variety of animals, and sightings of the Big Five – lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard – are frequent. The conservation area is also home to the Masai people and their cattle, which co-exist with the existing wildlife in a unique ecosystem.
Activities:
Game drives in Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.
Hotel Option 1
Tloma Lodge
(Standard Room)
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee & Tea
Hotel Option 2
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti (3 night)
Days 3-5
Transfer to airstrip (30-60 minutes) | Flight to Serengeti (1 hour) | Transfer to camp/lodge (20-30 minutes).
The Serengeti is the jewel in the crown of Tanzania's parks and undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world. With countless predators including lion, cheetah and leopard, more than two million wildebeest, half a million Thomson's gazelle, and a quarter of a million zebra, it has the greatest concentration of wildlife on our planet.
Between late December and March, you will be able to witness the great migration
of more than 1 million wildebeest and zebra during the spectacular calving season. Between May and July you might be lucky to witness the fascinating spectacle of thousands of Wildebeest and Zebras crossing the crocodile infested Grumeti River together with their new born. From August to October, they move to the remote Northern Serengeti crossing the Mara River which is equally populated with giant Nile crocodiles.
Activities:
Game drives in the Serengeti National Park.
Hotel Option 1
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee & Tea, soft drinks, house wine and beers
Hotel Option 2
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, all drinks (except champagne, cellar wines, premium brand spirits) ,laundry
Zanzibar Stone Town (1 nights)
Days 6
Transfer to airstrip (20-30 minutes) | Flight to Zanzibar (3.5 hours) | Transfer to Hotel (20-30 minutes).
Stone Town, the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar, has hardly changed in the last 200 years. It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand houses, whose original owners competed with each other over the extravagance of their dwellings, which is reflected in the beautiful brass-studded, carved, wooden doors. You can spend many wonderful hours and days exploring this fascinating town, just wandering through the labyrinth of narrow streets and alleyways.
Hotel Option 1
Included:
Bed & Breakfast
Hotel Option 2
Included:
Bed & Breakfast
Zanzibar (5 nights)
Days 7-11
Transfer from Stone Town to Zanzibar North Eastern Coast (40-60 minutes).
The lure of the "spice islands" is legendary. From exotic Stone Town, a city with a fascinating history that invites you to explore its narrow streets, to palm-fringed beaches and pristine coral reefs, Zanzibar is a complete change of pace from mainland Tanzania. Enjoy wonderfully relaxing days at the fine white sandy beaches, enjoy the book you never got around to read, take in the views of the spectacular turquoise sea, take long walks
along the beach or discover the magnificent marine life and striking coral formations.
Hotel Option 1
Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel Option 2
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee & Tea, Mineral water, snorkeling at the beach, guided reef & village walks, kayaking
Transfer to airport (1 hour) | Flight to Dar es Salaam (20 minutes) | Transfer to the international airport.
Enjoy your last day on the beach in Zanzibar before taking a flight home directly from Zanzibar airport or from Dar es Salaam international airport.
What our Travel Consultant says:
Tristan Harcourt
Travel Consultant
Tristan@enchanting-travels.com
The perfect holiday combination, combining safari in Northern Tanzania with a wonderful beach and cultural experience in Zanzibar. See the flamingos and tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara,
the amazing landscapes in the Ngorongoro crater and the great migration in the Serengeti. Afterwards you can relax on the palm lined white sandy beaches of Zanzibar and experience authentic Swahili culture in Stone Town.
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