June 1, 2016

TANZANIA- KENYA-ZANZIBAR SAFARI & BEACH HOLIDAY ITINERARY

Written By Noel Kimambo

Day 1: Moshi – Tarangire National Park

In the morning we will pick you up and after a short briefing your safari will set off towards the Tarangire National Park. This park with its savannah, seasonal swamps and life-giving Tarangire River is home to huge elephant herds – literally hundreds of animals. Apart from elephants you should be able to see mongoose, giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, dik-diks, waterbucks, warthogs and reedbucks. You will explore the park until the late afternoon before heading to a nearby campsite to overnight.
Lunch; Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire Area – Makuyuni – Mto wa Mbu – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast the safari continues to Makuyuni, where you visit a traditional Masai village. Thereafter, the journey continues along a scenic route to the town of Mto wa Mbu where you will enjoy traditional African food for lunch. In the early afternoon you will continue to the African Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As soon as you reach the crater rim, you will see this massive caldera open up before you. You will overnight in tents on a campsite on the crater’s edge from where you will be able to enjoy fantastic views as the sun sets.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park

Rise and shine! You will have breakfast at dawn before the 4×4 safari vehicle descends into the crater on an adventurous and steep trail. Inside the world’s biggest caldera you will see a diversity of wildlife ranging from black rhinos, Grant’s and Thomson’s gazelles, lions and leopards to elephants and mountain reedbucks in the forests on the slopes. You will have lunch at a picnic spot in the crater before the safari continues to the acacia-dotted plains of the Serengeti in the afternoon. The Serengeti is the most famous park in Tanzania and it is here where the mass migration of hundreds of thousands of wildebeests and zebras takes place as they trek between Tanzania and Kenya to find fresh grass and water. You will overnight on a campsite in the Seronera area.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti National Park

You will leave the camp for an early morning game drive before you return in the late morning to a hearty breakfast. If you would like to experience the Serengeti from the sky, we recommend joining a hot air balloon ride, followed by a champagne breakfast (optional and booking in advance is necessary). A stop at the Serengeti visitor centre can also be arranged.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

 

Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Lake Victoria

After an early start, you will travel through the Serengeti National Park towards Lake Victoria. On your way you might spot animals you haven’t seen so far. The Serengeti is also home to the “Big Five” – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard and today you might be able to see all the members of this group. After leaving the park, the safari continues to Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and the second largest in the world. The area around Lake Victoria is the most fertile and densely populated region in Tanzania. Stopping at the lake, you will have the chance to see another side of Tanzania. Away from the tourists you can experience the lives of the local people. You will spend the night at a campsite.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 6: Lake Victoria – Masai Mara Area

Following an early breakfast you will take part in a canoe trip on Lake Victoria with some of the local fisherman, where you will learn how to fish in this area. After this excursion you will start your journey on a long and adventurous road to the Masai Mara. The Masai Mara, named after the indigenous Masai people, along with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area is host to the largest animal movement in the world, the “Great Wildebeest Migration”. Eagerly anticipating the arrival of the large herds are leopards, cheetahs and especially lions, of which the Mara has the highest population of all reserves in Africa. You will camp the night on the outskirts of the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 7 – 8: Masai Mara Game Reserve

During the next two days you will go on game drives with your experienced guide. You will take a trip to the Mara River, the greatest obstacle for the wildebeests and zebras on their yearly trek between the Serengeti and the Mara. Depending on the rain an incredible scene is set when tens of thousands of animals must cross the river, knowing that certain death awaits them – crocodiles hiding just below the surface. It can be a gruesome sight. At other times of the year hippos, crocodiles and other animals can also be seen at the river. You will spend two nights at a campsite on the outskirts of the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 9: Masai Mara Area – Lake Nakuru National Park

Today your journey continues to the Lake Nakuru National Park, which you will reach in the early afternoon. The park is home to a large number of greater and lesser flamingos attracted by the abundance of algae found in the alkaline lake. You will also be able to spot various other bird species, such as the great white pelican, and mammals such as Defassa waterbucks, Rothschild’s giraffes and hyenas. Even leopards can sometimes be spotted lazing in the tree branches. Declared a rhino sanctuary in 1987, the park is also the habitat for both the endangered black and white rhino, one of the major attractions of the area. The night will be spent on a campsite inside of the park.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

 

Day 10: Lake Nakuru National Park – Nairobi

After breakfast you will leave the Lake Nakuru National Park to travel to Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling and busy capital. The rest of the day is at leisure and you can explore this lively city, preferably by taxi. Tonight you will stay at the hotel and dinner will be for your own account.
Breakfast; Lunch

Day 11: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

Today’s trip takes you in a south-easterly direction towards the Amboseli National Park near the Kenya-Tanzanian border. Amboseli is the setting for many iconic images of elephants on the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. Big herds of elephants live here and share the park with lions, buffaloes, hippos and water birds that are attracted to the seasonal swamps. At Observation Hill viewpoint you will have great views over the swamps and the rest of the park. You will spend the night in a tent on a campsite inside the park.
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Day 12: Amboseli National Park – Moshi

After breakfast your journey continues towards the Tanzanian border. Driving through the park you will have some last chances to see animals before the safari ends. After formalities at the Kenyan-Tanzanian border post you will arrive in Moshi where you started.
Breakfast; Lunch

Day 13: Moshi –Zanzibar

The journey to Zanzibar will start, where you will be taken to Kilimanjaro International Airport. You will be transferred from Zanzibar airport to Stone Town, a scenic drive of approximately 45 minutes, giving you the opportunity to get a feel for this enchanting island. After check in you have the option of enjoying a fabulous seafood lunch before spending the afternoon soaking up the sun and adjusting to the relaxed pace of life on the coast.

You may want to explore the fascinating network of cobbled streets which make up Stone Town and get a feel for local life on the island.

Day 14:  Spice tour

After breakfast you will be picked up for Spice tour . We have developed a special Spice tour with in-depth information not only about spices, but also organically grown herbs and a detailed description about their traditional uses in medicine, cosmetics and cooking. After the tour we invite for an opulent lunch of typical Zanzibar cuisine served in a local house. Afternoon is for leisure.

OR: Exploring Zanzibar

After breakfast you will be picked up for Zanzibar town tour(not only Stone town), this tour takes you to the whole Zanzibar town including the new town, where you will have a chance to see local people in their daily activities, in Stone town you will see, fish market, former slave market and the House of Wonders. In the new town you see, Michenzani flats, used clothes market, Mwanakwerekwe central market and much more.

Day 15: Full day Dolphin tour.

One day you go to an excursion to Kizimkazi. Situated on the southern point of the island, Kizimkazi fishing village is home to several schools of bottle-nosed dolphins and Humpback dolphins, which can often be sighted following a short boat trip from the village. If you are lucky, you may be able to swim quite close to the dolphins, which can be a very rewarding experience. We are doing this trip in the afternoon to avoid the crowds of tourists in the morning, which in big numbers disturbing the dolphins.

 

OR:

Sand bank Picnic (Subject to Tide of the Day and Weather Conditions)

This wonderful excursion is suitable for anyone, from those who wish to completely relax to those who want adventure and excitement.

We board the dhow and then set sail towards Bawe Island ; here we will do some snorkeling with a guide to see the stunning array of colored corals and tropical fish of the islands. Then hop back on-board and let us sail you away to a sand bank where brilliant birdlife exists.

A seemingly uninhabited and quiet bank in the ocean suddenly comes to life with millions of birds flying overhead and ghost crabs scurrying across the golden sands. After lunch relax on the sandbank listening to the bird life around you and the hush of waves lapping against the shore. For the more active discover more underwater life around the sandbank and listen to stories from our crew about sailing the seven seas.

We will slowly sail back to Stone Town after soaking up the sun and return back to the shore by 02:30pm.

OR:

Green Safari

Green safari starts from the village of Fumba a 20-minute drive from Stone Town. Fumba is the most convenient location for exploring the wildlife, isolated sandbanks and rugged island scenery of the Menai Bay Conservation Area.

 

Our aim is to provide our customers with a truly memorable experience using the best Zanzibar has to offer, while making a positive difference to Zanzibar and its people.

This trip starts from the village of Fumba in South West Zanzibar and we will take you to see the dolphins, sandbanks, islands and coral reefs of Menai Bay, a beautiful conservation area.

In the morning we set down on one of the beautiful sandbanks where one can relax, swim or snorkel. There are plenty of good quality snorkeling equipments and the experienced snorkeling guides will show you the pristine coral reef, which teems with tropical sea life. Instruction is also available for beginners, fresh coconuts and local snacks are available through out the day.

After snorkeling we go to Kwale island where we have our “desert island” restaurant. The buffet lunch includes fish, slipper lobster, calamari, rice and sauces all served hot from the grill. The crews also prepare and present a gastronomic fruits tasting with a large selection of delicious tropical fruits, ice cold sodas, mineral water and beer, a delicious Zanzibari seafood lunch with grilled fish and slipper lobster, coffee and Amarula liqueur.

 

When the tide permits we explore the natural lagoon found on Kwale island. The lagoon is surrounded by a mangrove forest and we will take you swimming in the lagoon for an unforgettable experience

The dhows are traditional sailing boats, hand-built from African mahogany and finished to the very highest standards. They are comfortable and well equipped with outboard engine, VHF marine radios, gas inflatable life jackets, sunshade, boarding ladder, waterproof bags and first aid kit.

Day 16: Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro International Airport

Today at your own time (Depending on the departure time of your flight) you will be transferred back to Zanzibar International Airport in time for your onward travel to Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will start your journey back to your country.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Items included:

• Camping safari according to the itinerary
• Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle (change of vehicle at the border)
• Professional, English-speaking guide (change of guide at the border)
• Professional, English-speaking safari cook
• Overnight stays in safari tents
• Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, chairs, tables etc.)
• Meals according to the itinerary
• Mineral water
• All mentioned activities
• All national park fees
• Flying Doctors service
• Transfer from and to the Airport

 

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