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Bush to Beach Safari & Cultural Experience

14 days / 13 Nights

About this Tour

In these wonderful 14 days, you’ll literarily dive in the heart of African wilderness, from the endless plains of Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, to witnessing the authentic wildlife experience of the Lake Manyara, and marvel at the wildlife diversity in Tarangire National Park.

Finally, unwind with a four-day beach holiday in Zanzibar. These must-do experiences make Tanzania truly unforgettable.

Duration

14 days / 13 Nights

Style

Drive-in – Drive-out wildlife safari | Zanzibar Beach Excursion

Destinations

Arusha | Tarangire | L. Manyara | Serengeti | Ngorongoro | L. Eyasi | Zanzibar

Offered in

English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Chinese

Min. Number of Pax:

Full Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrival in Arusha

Today, one of our safari representatives will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport. After you’ve finished all the immigration and custom formalities, walk through the arrival’s lounge to be met by our representative who will be holding a placard that displays our company logo, ready to usher you into the embrace of your booked hotel in Arusha. Unwind in the comfort of your hotel while anticipating the best of what Tanzania has in store for you in the next 9 days of your safari.

Important Highlights

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
  • Meet and assist upon arrival.
  • Overnight stay in your hotel in Arusha with bed and breakfast included.

Meals Plan: Half Board

Overnight: Arusha City

Head to Tarangire National Park after breakfast for a thrilling full-day game drive. This mesmerizing wildlife reserve, adorned with gigantic ancient baobab trees, is nestled within an extensive ecosystem where animals roam freely, offering great game-viewing experience.

Known as a classic dry-season destination, especially from July to October, Tarangire boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Referred to as the “elephant playground,” it’s renowned for hosting a significant number of elephants that can be easily observed. Throughout the year, you may also encounter hartebeests, wildebeests, zebras, elands, lesser kudus, gazelles, waterbucks, giraffes, impalas, leopards, and rhinos.

During the afternoon, enjoy a well-prepared packed lunch at a designated picnic spot before continuing your game-viewing adventure. As the early evening approaches, make your way to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Important Highlights

  • Full day game drive in Tarangire National Park with picnic lunch.
  • Transfer to your lodge within the park for an overnight stay on a full board occupancy basis.

Meals Plan: Full Board

Overnight: Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at your lodge, venture out for another captivating adventure to Lake Manyara.

While it may not boast the same abundance of wildlife as other destinations, its secluded vegetation zones reveal a trove of natural wonders. Named after its prominent feature, the alkaline lake nestled at the foot of wooded cliffs, Lake Manyara offers more than meets the eye. Highlights include habituated baboon troops, blue monkeys in the groundwater forest, and diverse mammalian fauna such as elephants, buffaloes, Maasai giraffes, hippos, and antelopes. Notable sightings may include the elusive leopard, the renowned tree-climbing lions, its rich bird population, and the alkaline lake, which serves as a sanctuary for tens of thousands of flamingos.

Savor a picnic lunch during afternoon’s short break, and then resume your game-viewing activity before retreating to your lodge in the early evening.

Important Highlights

  • Full day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park with picnic lunch.
  • In the evening, drive to your pre-arranged lodge in Ngorongoro highlands for relaxation and overnight stay on a full board occupancy.

Meals Plan: Full Board

Overnight: Lake Manyara

Your day starts early with a hearty breakfast before heading towards Serengeti, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you stop at Oldupai Gorge, a renowned archaeological site where some of the earliest human fossils were discovered. This historic site offers a fascinating glimpse into human evolution and deep history. As you proceed further into Serengeti, a game drive takes center stage, highlighting Serengeti’s vast plains that truly live up to its name, meaning “endless plains” in the Maasai language. Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way, and after a rewarding journey, in early evening, you arrive at your lodge or tented camp for dinner and a well-deserved evening rest.

Important Highlights

  • Depart for Central Serengeti National Park for a sunset game drive
  • Enjoy Hot lunch at your lodge in Serengeti
  • Return to your lodge for evening relaxation and overnight stay on a full board occupancy

Meals Plan: Full Board

Overnight: Serengeti Seronera

The main focus over the course of these two days will be on two daily game viewing drives – one in the morning and another in the afternoon with hampered lunch. Following an early morning breakfast, you’ll venture out for full-day wildlife viewing.

Depending on the season, this once-in-a-lifetime experience could take place in the northern Serengeti, where the Great Migration crosses the Mara River between July and November. You might also encounter rare wildlife like the oribi antelope and black rhino. Or in the southern Serengeti, which is renowned for its exhilarating calving season. Central Serengeti, on the other hand, which is celebrated for its diverse wildlife and regarded as the prime zone for spotting the big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, offers its own unique thrill.  Every moment promises discovery, and your expert driver-guide, with a rich knowledge of the Serengeti’s ecosystems, will ensure you don’t miss any of the remarkable sights this region has to offer in these three days.

Important Highlights

  • Full day game viewing in Serengeti National Park with hampered lunch.
  • In the evening Return to the lodge for overnight stay on a full board basis.

Meals Plan: Full Board

Overnight: Seronera Serengeti

Following breakfast, set forth towards the Ngorongoro Crater, armed with a packed lunch to energize your adventure. Upon arrival, you’ll descend nearly 2,000 feet to the crater floor, anticipating a great encounter with Africa’s most renowned game reserve – the Ngorongoro caldera.

Known as the African Eden and eighth wonder of the world, Ngorongoro boasts captivating spectacles, where lions, elephants adorned with notably large tusks owing to the fertile volcanic soil, buffaloes, and a plethora of plains herbivores such as wildebeests, Thomson’s gazelles, zebras, and reedbucks roam freely across the grasslands, swamps, and forests adorning the crater floor. Spotting black rhinos is also commonplace, further enhancing the allure of this natural wonder.

The crater’s avian inhabitants are equally mesmerizing, especially around Lake Magadi – a soda lake nestled at the crater’s base, and attracts hundreds of flamingos. As the day transitions into evening, ascend the crater walls and make your way back to Arusha.

Important Highlights

  • Full day game viewing in Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Overnight at the hotel in Arusha on a full board basis.

Meals Plan: Full Board

Overnight: Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast at the lodge, set sail towards Lake Eyasi with the aim to immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Hadzabe and Datoga. Inhabiting this region for over 10,000 years, the Hadzabe tribe have been upholding traditional hunting and gathering practices, offering a unique and authentic experiences to visitors who wish to meet them one on one.

Whilst here, you’ll witness some captivating demonstrations of hunting techniques by the Hadzabe bushmen, and perhaps even try your hand at shooting arrows as during hunting. Meanwhile, you’ll gain insights into the fruit-gathering practices of the women. Capture every moment with incredible photos, making this tour a unique highlight of your safari. These incredible activities provide invaluable insights into the lifestyles of the Hadzabe and Datoga people alike.

Important Highlights

  • Breakfast at the lodge.
  • Proceed to Lake Eyasi for an excursion with the Hadzabe community, with picnic lunch.
  • In the evening, drive back to Arusha for relaxation and overnight stay at the hotel with bed and breakfast. 

Meals Plan:Full Board

Overnight: Arusha City

Following a hearty breakfast at the hotel, you hop on a special SUV and head to Materuni village. The Materuni waterfall is a down-to-earth experience, packed with adventurous moments and local insights.

The day begins with a gentle hike through lush greenery, leading to the waterfall. Along the way, your guide will share insider stories about the local life, covering everything from farming practices to insights into village traditions and the local economy. After relatively short hike, you’ll arrive at the waterfall, where you can relax with a refreshing plunge in the natural pool.

Following some time at the waterfall, the adventure continues with a visit to a Chagga village for a hands-on coffee experience. A local farmer will guide you through each step of coffee-making, from roasting and grinding the beans to brewing a fresh cup. A homemade lunch rounds out the experience, letting you enjoy authentic flavors before the day winds down.

Important Highlights

  • Drive to Kilimanjaro region for a hike to Materuni Waterfalls
  • Tour a coffee plantation in the village.
  • Enjoy a traditional hot lunch following a coffee plantation tour.
  • Return to Arusha for an overnight stay at your hotel with bed and breakfast included.

Meals Plan:Full Board

Overnight: Arusha City

Following a delicious breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Arusha Airport where you’ll board a scheduled flight to Zanzibar Islands. On arrival at Abeid Karume International Airport in Zanzibar, you’ll be transferred to your hotel. The moment you step off the plane, the island’s warm atmosphere greets you.

In these two days, you’ll enjoys a plethora of activities including guided tours of Stone Town, and a full day of adventure with the Safari Blue excursion on the second day. As you wander through its narrow streets, you’ll discover landmarks like the Old Fort, the Sultan’s Palace, and the House of Wonders, each telling its own story of the island’s diverse past. The bustling local markets, intricately carved doors, and vibrant streets offer a glimpse into everyday life in Zanzibar. As part of the activities during these two days, you’ll also visit the spice farms to learn about these interesting herbs that have are behind the name, the Spice Island. On the second day, you’ll experience sailing on a traditional dhow, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, and exploring the stunning marine life of the Indian Ocean. Savor a delicious seafood lunch on a beautiful sandbank surrounded by turquoise waters. Return to your resort in the evening for a relaxing night enjoying a half-board occupancy that includes breakfast and dinner.

Important Highlights

  • Breakfast at your hotel in Arusha on the tenth day
  • Departure via Arusha Airport to Zanzibar (Coastal Air)
  • Arriving at Zanzibar Airport then transferred to your hotel
  • Stone Town Zanzibar for lunch and tour
  • Prison Island tour
  • A full day of adventure with the Safari Blue excursion on the second day
  • Evening walk in Stone Town and enjoying seafood barbeques at Forodhani Beach

Meals Plan:Full Board

Overnight: Zanzibar Stone Town

Over the next two days, you’ll have plenty of time to explore and enjoy Nungwi, one of Zanzibar’s liveliest and most scenic beach destinations. Nungwi is famous for its clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and soft, white sands. It’s a perfect spot for snorkeling and diving, with chances to see tropical marine life just offshore. The beach is also known for its dhow-building traditions, where you can catch local artisans at work, crafting these iconic wooden boats.

Alternatively, you can simply unwind and enjoy the relaxed beach vibe. Take a stroll along the shoreline, visit the beach bars, or indulge in fresh seafood by the water. These days are yours to either fill with adventure or simply soak up the sun and serenity that Nungwi is renowned for.

Important Highlights

  • Early Morning:
    • Rise early in anticipation of the dolphin encounter.
    • Depart at 6:30 AM with a packed breakfast.
  • Dolphin Encounter:
    • Venture into the turquoise waters, watching for dolphin activity.
    • Swim or snorkel alongside the dolphins, marvelling at their agility and beauty.
    • Enjoy the magical experience of being in their natural habitat.
  • Midday:
    • Return to the hotel for lunch and relaxation.
    • Reflect on the morning’s incredible encounter.
  • Evening:
    • Prepare for the Sunset Cruise in Nungwi.
    • Board a traditional dhow and set sail as the sun begins to set.
    • Enjoy the gentle sea breeze and dazzling colours of the sky.
    • Sip on a refreshing beverage and toast to nature’s beauty.
  • Night:
    • Return to the hotel after the cruise.
    • Indulge in a delightful dinner featuring local cuisine.
    • Retire for the night, cherishing the memories of the day’s adventures in Zanzibar.

Meals Plan:Full Board

Overnight: Nungwi

Finally, your Tanzania safari has come to a close. Today you wake up and savor your final breakfast, reflecting on the experiences of the past two weeks. The morning is yours to relax or take in any last moments by the beach, do some shopping, or explore Nungwi one more time, depending on your flight schedule. If your departure is set for the later afternoon, we will make arrangements for you to have lunch before your transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your onward flight.

We hope your time in Tanzania with us was everything you could dream of and more. Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back whenever Africa calls!

Important Highlights

  • Breakfast: Enjoy your final breakfast in Zanzibar, savoring the flavors of the island.
  • Free Time: Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or exploration of Nungwi.
  • Transfer: Later, you will be transferred to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) for your departure.
  • Farewell: Depart from Zanzibar, carrying cherished memories of your unforgettable wildlife safari adventure, beautifully complemented by your beach escapade in Zanzibar.

Meals Plan: Half Board

Overnight: Nungwi

Inquire This Tour

  • All transfers
  • All park entrance fees
  • A professional local safari guide
  • Purified drinking water while on safari
  • Full board accommodation while on safari
  • Game drives as specified in the itinerary
  • All government fees and applicable taxes
  • Custom 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Visas
  • All International flights
  • Laundry service at the lodge / hotel
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Mandatory Travel Insurance: $44 per person upon entering Zanzibar
  • Travel Insurance
  • Optional activities (Hot Air Balloon in)

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