An exceptional luxury safari that visits the best of Tanzania’s national parks and explores the beautiful island of Zanzibar, offering guests an idyllic mix of a bush and beach getaway. Discover the famous Serengeti and its vast open plains filled with migrating herds of wildebeest and descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for the chance to see Africa’s big five in a lush wildlife haven encircled by volcanic walls. Float through the skies and witness a breathtaking sunrise followed by a champagne breakfast and sail between islands on a traditional wooden dhow. Stay in luxury lodges, eat delicious meals and experience the best of Tanzania on a safari like no other.

Itinerary

DAY 1 WELCOME TO TANZANIA

You will be picked up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and be taken to your hotel in Arusha, overlooking Lake Duluti.

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DAY 2 LAKE MANYARA AND NGORONGORO

In the morning you will drive to Lake Manyara. Enjoy your first game viewing. After lunch you will head towards the Ngorongoro to your lodge.

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DAY 3 NGORONGORO CRATER

Spend the day exploring the Ngorongoro Crater. Search for Africa’s big five. Enjoy a hot picnic in the heart of the crater, later drive back to your lodge.

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DAY 4 OLDUVAI GORGE AND SERENGETI

Set off in the morning for the Oldupai Gorge before continuing your journey to Serengeti. On arrive enjoy game drive en-route to your lodge.

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DAY 5 BALLOON RIDE AND GAME DRIVES

In the morning you will float over the vast Serengeti plains. Later you will head out on an afternoon game Drive.

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DAY 6-7 WESTERN SERENGETI

In the morning you will travel to the Serengeti’s remote western corridor. Arrive at your luxurious tented camp and enjoy another unique African safari experience. Spend 2 night in search for the big cats that pursue the herds and if you are lucky, you may see a hunt.

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DAY 8 ZANZIBAR AND STONE TOWN TOUR

Rise early for your final game drive before catching your midday flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will set off on a guided tour of Stone Town. Later you will head to your hotel.

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DAY 8 TRADITIONAL DHOW SAILING

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DAY 9 SPICE TOUR AND HOMEWARD BOUND

Meal breakfast.