Meals

3 Meals a day on Safari

Guide

Professional Safari Guide

Accommodation

Accommodation on Safari and beach based on 5 star hotels and Tented Lodges

Flights

Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

Transport

Transportation on 4WD safari vehicle

Others

•Park fees •All Taxes/VAT •Roundtrip airport transfer •Drinking water(On all days)

Not included:

Others

•International flights(From/to home) •Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour •Tips •Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) •Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees •Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Insurance

A client should have any apropriate insurance

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Day 1 Arrival To Arusha- Kilimanjaro International Airport
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival To Arusha- Kilimanjaro International Airport

You will be picked up from the airport by a Lights on Africa representative and driven to your accommodation in Arusha where you will overnight, relax, and prepare in anticipation of the adventures to come. Gran Melia Arusha is an oasis of calm and aesthetic pleasure.

Accommodation: Hotel Gran Melia Arusha or Similar.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast.
Day 2 Arusha To Tarangire National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arusha To Tarangire National Park

In the morning you will be collected from your hotel in Arusha by our professional safari guide. We set out for Tarangire National Park on a good tarmac road across gently rolling Maasai plains with scattered acacia trees. As we zip along we pass many Maasai in their colorful dress walking on the roadside, riding bicycles, herding cattle, and driving donkey’s carts. Tarangire National Park, well known for its large elephant herds, is also host to a multitude of other creatures. From the open roof of our state-of-the-art safari jeep, we experience the seasonal swamps, savanna, and life-giving Tarangire River, endeavoring to encounter a multitude of creatures, from zebra to wildebeest, buffalo, elephant, and giraffe, to name a few. It is possible we will glimpse lions stalking prey or leopards watching, relaxing in the trees above.

You will drive to one of our carefully selected luxury lodge for dinner in a tasteful restaurant, a pool at hand to soothe us, and a most capacious.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge or Similar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 3 Lake Manyara National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, we will continue with your epic safari – Lake Manyara National Park. This relatively small but diverse park, 120km west of Arusha, is so named for the shallow salt lake which covers a good seventy percent of the park’s surface area. Flooding and drying with the seasons the soda lake is home to thousands of flamingos as well as over 500 other bird species. On our exploration of the park, we will see monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, elephants, and, with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The park is known for its diverse landscapes; not only open grassy plains but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab dotted cliffs. After another memorable game drive we, with our adventure replete with images of the African wilds to last a lifetime.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge or Similar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 4 Serengeti National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will continue towards the fertile highlands where wheat and corn are grown by the Iraqw people. Along the way, we’ll pass through the mist-shrouded rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you might be lucky enough to see baboons or even leopards and elephants in the dense undergrowth. Passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be able to see the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater before traveling onwards to the Serengeti National Park, which you will reach by midday. The Serengeti National Park is the largest park in Tanzania with diverse landscapes and habitats, such as grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannah, and mountains. After an extensive game drive, you will drive to your accommodation where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Oleserai Luxury Camp – Turner Spring or Similar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (All Inclusive).
Day 5 Full-Game Drive In Serengeti National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Full-Game Drive In Serengeti National Park

This entire day is set aside for game drives upon the Serengeti. The Serengeti, the habitat of an abundance of wildlife such as impala, buffalo, crocodile, and hippo, is more well-known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. The animals’ trek is determined by the rainfall and varies from year to year. In November and December, the animals move from the northern region, dominated by woodlands and hills, to the grassy plains of the south. During the longer rainy season from April to June, they return to the north. Apart from the migrating herds, we may have the opportunity to see the resident predators, leopards, cheetah, and lions, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

After an unforgettable day, we will return to Lodge for relaxation, dinner, and our overnight sleep on The Endless Plain.

Accommodation: Oleserai Luxury Camp – Turner Spring or Similar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (All Inclusive).
Day 6 Game Drive In Ngorongoro Crater And Transfer To Arusha
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Game Drive In Ngorongoro Crater And Transfer To Arusha

After breakfast, you will head out to Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO world heritage site formed millions of years ago is 600 m deep and covers roughly 260 square kilometers. Due to its dense animal population of approximately 25 000, the Crater offers the best game viewing of all the parks in Tanzania. You will arrive at the Crater rim before lunch. You will descend into the Crater and very quickly, you will be able to see wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area. With a little bit of luck, you might catch a glimpse of the endangered black rhino through the grass.

After lunch and a full afternoon inside the Crater, you will head to Arusha for dinner and overnight. Tomorrow you fly to Zanzibar for beach holiday.

Accommodation: Hotel Gran Melia Arusha or Similar.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
Day 7 Arusha To Zanzibar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arusha To Zanzibar

You will be picked up from your accommodation and drive straight to Arusha Airport in time to catch your flight to Zanzibar. You will spend the first night in Stone Town for a day of relaxation with amazing views of the old city. There is a possibility of arranging extra activities such as a day tour in Stone Town including the Old Town guided tour, Spice Tour, and Prison Island. A tour to Jozani Forest can also be organized. All tours and excursions can be arranged at the hotel.

Accommodation: Zanzibar Serena Hotel or Similar.

Meals: Bed and Breakfast.
Day 8 Stone Town To North Coast (Nungwi)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Stone Town To North Coast (Nungwi)

Located in the northern part of the island, Nungwi is a lively village surrounded by some of Zanzibar’s most beautiful beaches. At the time of your choice, you will transfer to this location, approximately 50 km from Stone Town. Once a sleepy fishing village, it is now a popular island destination full of life. It is also one of the only places from where you can see both the sunrise and sunset over the ocean. You can take some rest and enjoy this paradise made of beautiful beaches of white sand and turquoise water of the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation: Melia Zanzibar or Similar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (All Inclusive).
Day 9 Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure

You can spend the last hours of your journey relaxing. At an appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport in time to catch your flight.

No accommodation

Meals: Breakfast only.

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12 -Day Premium Luxury Safari And Beach Holiday

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Itinerary of your trip 12 -Day Premium Luxury Safari And Beach Holiday

Arrival To Arusha- Kilimanjaro International Airport

Arusha To Tarangire National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Serengeti National Park

Full-Game Drive In Serengeti National Park

Game Drive In Ngorongoro Crater And Transfer To Arusha

Arusha To Zanzibar

Stone Town To North Coast (Nungwi)

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