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Summary Itineraries
Just the mention of the name 'Serengeti' conjures images in
one's mind, whether real or imagined. This safari allows you
to witness the very best of Tanzania. You will revel in all
the wildlife viewing opportunities on the fabled plains of
the Serengeti, around Lake Manyara, through Tarangire and on
the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater. The reality of this
Tanzanian wildlife adventure is simply awe-inspiring.
Tour Highlights:
Observe the more subtle nuances of wildlife behavior,
expertly noted by your local guides and professional
trackers. Explore all the great wildlife regions of northern
Tanzania: Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the famed
Serengeti. Discover the smaller denizens of the bush on a
thrilling walking safari, where you can learn the ancient
skills of tracking and identifying spoor. Descend into the
most unique caldera in the world: Ngorongoro Crater often
called the Eden of Africa.
Wildebeest Migration Seasons:
The Wildebeest Migration in East Africa, also known as “The
Great Migration” takes place between Tanzania's Serengeti
National Park and Kenya's Masai Mara and is one of the
greatest wildlife spectacles on the planet. Thousands of
wildebeest and zebra’s migrate between the Serengeti and the
Masai Mara, constantly driven by their search for fresh
grazing. The massive herds are closely followed by predators
(lion, hyena and cheetah), making the most of every
opportunity to catch their next meal.
The precise timing of the annual wildebeest migration
depends on the rains. It is a very unpredictable and
spontaneous natural event, with calving season taking place
in the Serengeti between January and mid-March. The
wildebeest migration starts to head towards the Western
Serengeti in May or June.
The best time to see the migration is generally between June
and August when the wildebeest congregate and prepare to
cross the famous Grumeti River. If you are in the Masai Mara
you can expect the wildebeest to make their arrival as early
as July, but they generally arrive between August &
September and remain in the Masai Mara between October &
November. Between the end of November and January the
wildebeest gradually begin their migration from the Masai
Mara back towards the Serengeti.
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Detailed Itineraries
Day 1: Arrive, Tanzania
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet at the
airport with our staff and transfer to Arusha town for a
comfortable night's rest.
Day 2 – 3: Tarangire National Park
On day 2 you will be picked up from the Impala Hotel at
0830hrs and drive to Tarangire National Park. Spend two days
exploring Tarangire, one of Tanzania's 'secret' wildlife
havens... teeming with large populations of elephant,
predators and their fleet-footed prey. You will spend these
two nights at Tarangire.
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park
In the morning after breakfast at 0830hrs transfer from
Tarangire to Manyara for full day game viewing. Enter the
Great Rift Valley and Manyara National Park. The lake's
waters sustain a bountiful avian population, including
flamingoes, as well as numerous pods of hippos. Overnight at
Manyara.
Day 5 – 6: Ngorongoro Crater
In the morning of day 5 at 0800hrs transfer from Manyara to
Ngorongoro, descend into the crater for full day crater
tour. In the evening ascend the crater for dinner and
overnight at the lodge on the rim of the crater. In the
morning of day 6 at 0800hrs descend into the crater to
observe the resident wildlife on the crater floor, at around
1300hrs you will stop for picnic lunch near lerai forest or
hippo pool, then after lunch ascend the crater and walk in
the adjacent rolling hills and have an opportunity to
interact with the Masai at a local manyatta. Overnight in
Ngorongoro.
Day 7 – 10: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast at 0830hrs drive from Ngorongoro to
Serengeti National Park. Your skilled driver knows the
Serengeti and where to locate even the most elusive of
animals. Morning and afternoon daily wildlife viewing
affords you the opportunity to track and photograph the 'Big
Five'. You will be doing game drives while tracing the
direction of the wildebeests. Spend all these four nights at
the lodge in Serengeti.
Day 11: Depart Kilimanjaro
One last game viewing opportunity this morning and then fly
back to Arusha. Relax, enjoy lunch, or shop for collectibles
before your evening departure flight.
End of Tour
PRICE:
US$ 5,061 per person
Price Includes:
- Accommodation based on three meals a day including service
charges and taxes
- Airport transfers
- Sightseeing as specified in itinerary
- Transport on safari in a 4WD vehicle with an open roof
- Domestic flight from Serengeti to Arusha
- All parks entrance fees
- Service of English Speaking driver guide
Price Excludes:
- International flights from your home to Kilimanjaro
International Airport and return (we can arrange on request)
- Tips to the driver guide
- And all not mentioned in the tour itinerary
Accommodations on this Tour:
Arusha: Mountain Village Lodge
Tarangire: Tarangire Tree Lodge
Manyara: Serena Safari Lodge
Ngorongoro: Serena Safari Lodge
Serengeti: Kirawira/Mbuzi Mawe Luxury Tented Camps
Pre and Post Add-ons:
You may add the following destinations to the itinerary
above
SPICE ISLAND, ZANZIBAR; 4 DAY / 3 NIGHTS
(This will attract extra US$ 1,150 per person)
Arrangements on this exotic East African island allow a
choice of accommodations: Zanzibar East Coast Beach (Karafuu
Hotel, “Cottage”) or Zanzibar Town (Serena Inn). The package
includes airport transfers, domestic flights to Zanzibar and
from Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro Airport, breakfast and dinner
daily. It is only for relaxation on the beach of beautiful
Spice Island of Zanzibar.
MOUNT KILIMANJARO, TANZANIA; 6 DAYS/ 5 NIGHTS
(This will attract extra US$1,104 per person)
There are a variety of climb routes to reach the snow capped
summit of Kilimanjaro. Whether you are a novice or a
veteran, the extreme altitude requires preparation from all
participants and a reasonable level of fitness. The
Package includes climb via machame route (accommodation in
tents) or marangu route (accommodation in huts), park fees,
food, tents, guide and porters salaries, rescue fees but it
excludes sleeping bags, hiking sticks and other climbing
gears.
Notes:
- Upgrades are available.
- Our Travel consultant will give you detailed information
when responding to your enquiry.
- The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on
double occupancy, and subject to availability. Once we have
received your deposit, tour prices are guaranteed.
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