Essential Tanzania - 10 Day Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar

(Arusha, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Lake Manyara & Zanzibar)
 

DAY 1     ARUSHA
Meet at arrival point and transfer to your lodge for pre-safari briefing.
KIGONGONI LODGE (Dinner)

DAY 2     ARUSHA
Depart after leisurely breakfast for Arusha National Park, home of the highest concentration of giraffe of any park in Africa. Situated near to Arusha town, and your lodge, it also homes Tanzania’s 2nd highest mountain, Mt Meru (4562m). We take a hike to waterfalls with a park ranger for a scenic picnic lunch before heading of for a game drive and the ‘secret’ crater of Ngurdoto.
KIGONGONI LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 3     ARUSHA-NGORONGORO
After leaving Arusha behind we travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and our luxurious lodge set atop the Ngorongoro Crater rim. We enjoy a sumptuous lunch before entering the Crater for a game viewing extravaganza. This ancient caldera is home to exotic residents, from the rhinoceros to the crowned crane. Return to the lodge to enjoy a dramatic African sunset.
NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 4     NGORONGORO-SERENGETI
After an early more hike, taking in the beauty of the Crater Highlands, we continue on to the treeless plains of the Serengeti. Our camp is situated in the South Central area of the Serengeti where the abundance of wildlife is awe-inspiring. We take an afternoon game drive amongst the big cats before returning to our camp.
OLAKIRA CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 5     SERENGETI
An early morning game drive is on the menu today after an early continental breakfast. After exploring the surrounding areas, we return for lunch and resting. In the afternoon, we continue to explore the surrounding prime wildlife areas around Ndutu and Moru before returning to our intimate camp for the evening.
OLAKIRA CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 6     SERENGETI-LAKE MANYARA
Departing the Serengeti we once again skirt the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area, dotted with Maasai warriors and their herds. We enjoy lunch at our camp before entering the lake area in pursuit of the magnificent birdlife and herd animals that Lake Manyara has to offer. From a flash of pink flamingoes on the horizon to bull elephants at close range - this park showcases a superb variety of mammal life and birdlife alike.
KIRURUMU TENTED LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 7     LAKE MANYARA-ZANZIBAR
An optional early morning hike in the area nearby the camp can reveal the last of the nocturnal animals returning home for the night, it is an exciting expedition and it entices an appetite for a hearty breakfast upon return. A quick transfer to Arusha before boarding our one hour flight to Zanzibar. Meet and transfer to our beach bungalows.
MATEMWE BEACH BUNGALOWS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 8     ZANZIBAR
The north eastern beaches of Zanzibar offer glistening white sands and azure waters for you to enjoy. Matemwe’s friendly staff can assist you in anything from scuba diving to lazing in the sun and relishing cocktails. Set in a lush tropical garden and perched on a coral rock, the bungalows offer exquisite views of the Indian Ocean and it’s breezes or simply lounge by the pool.
MATEMWE BEACH BUNGALOWS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 9     ZANZIBAR
Continue your ultimate exotic experience by relaxing at the bungalows for another day at your own pace.
MATEMWE BEACH BUNGALOWS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 10     ZANZIBAR-BEYOND
Transfer to Stone Town after breakfast for a glimpse at the Omani inspired architecture while revelling in the sights and sounds. Lunch is served overlooking the blue waters of this historical town before continuing on to the airport for our flight to the mainland and beyond.
(Breakfast, Lunch)