11-Day Tanzania Bush Safari & Beach Holiday

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) for domestic flight connections, you will be met by an African Big Cats Safaris tour guide who will transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Overnight accomodation will be at Arusha Planet Lodge.

Main Destination: Arusha (City)

Accommodation: Mtoni River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge found in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Later in the morning, we will leave and drive to Tarangire National Park to begin our game viewing. The park takes its name from the Tarangire River which is found with the park area. This ‘river of warthogs’ is the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season. In some areas it is quite heavily wooded, especially with grass like elephant grass and acacia woodlands. Elephant density in Tarangire National Park is one of the highest in Tanzania in comparison to other national parks. Its vegetation is sparse with acacia trees and baobab DOT this venue makes Senegal a superb and unique tourist attraction. Following these animals are many predators like the lions and leopards. Surprisingly, Tarangire National Park has the highest number of breeding species of birds in the world. After that, continue with the journey to the Ngorongoro highlands. The dinner and your accommodation will be at Eileen’s Tree Inn.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

A good time to visit Tarangire National Park is during the months of July and November when many animals flock to the Tarangire River basin for water.

Peak Season: June to October (Many people visit the park)

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP: Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog, White Rhino, Black Rhino

Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn

• Medium scale lodge situated in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

From here, proceed by road in the early morning with an early breakfast and do some game viewing as you leave Ngorongoro Conservation Area and head to Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is probably the most widely recognized wildlife centre in the whole world, unparalleled in terms of scenery and research importance. It has the largest population of plains game in Africa. It is the migration for which Serengeti is perhaps most well-known for. Some animals, such as over one million wildebeest and two hundred thousand zebras migrate from the northern region of Serengeti to the southern area for the short rains between the months of October and November. They then move in a westerly and northerly direction during the long rains in April and May. Such is the survival instinct that even the worst of conditions, such as a drought, a gorge, or crocodile infested river, cannot deter them. Serengeti should be understood as the place where the Great Wildebeest Migration actually takes place. This is where all those who are interested in experiencing the real African safari come to find it. In the evening, you will check into your lodge for lunch and overnight at Embalakai Camp.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Seasons/Famous: January to February and July to October.Depending on the type and area of the mountain, it may be best to visit at different times of the year.

Seronera area is crowdedJuly to March

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP: Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Black Rhino, Wild Dog, White Rhino

Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp

• Exclusive and fully serviced luxury tented camp in Central Serengeti National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

With your early morning breakfast, proceed for a drive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area driving to the world-renowned Serengeti national park. The trip also involves game viewing as you enter one of the oldest and most famous wildlife conservancies in the world best known for its stark scenery and rich bio-diversity. Tanzania’s Serengeti is home to one of the most impressive herds of clue and is famous for the awe-inspiring circus – the Great Migration. Each year, over a million wildebeest and approximately 200,000 zebras journey south from the northern hills to the southern plains during the short rains in October and November. …which again move up in the west and north by April and May when long rains start. This speculative migration is a result of an impulse so forceful that even drought, predators and dangerous rivers are not capable of stopping them. Serengeti region is one of the prime and most spectacular places that offers an up, close view and feel of the African wildlife. Late in the afternoon, we will get to your lodge where you will have a good meal and spend the night at Embalakai Camp.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Seasons/Famous: January to February and July to October.Depending on the type and area of the mountain, it may be best to visit at different times of the year.

Seronera area is crowdedJuly to March

Best WeatherJune to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP: Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Black Rhino, Wild Dog, White Rhino

Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp

• Exclusive and fully serviced luxury tented camp in Central Serengeti National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Leave early in the morning and drive out of the Serengeti game reserve, and into the Ngorongoro Crater to view more wild life and game. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most scenic features of this region and it is believed to be the most densely populated with wildlife in Africa. It is believed to be an eighth wonder of the world and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. The Crater has become world famous hence drawing more visitors to the site with each passing year. You cannot avoid other vehicles here but be assured that it is one of the best places to get a good view of the wildlife in a world class awesome environment. The nature and beauty of Ngorongoro is not found anywhere else in the whole of Africa. They are home to one of the most important populations of the severely threatened black rhinoceros Teso. It harbours the whole of the Big Five and is one of the best places to visit for lions and Cape buffalo throughout the year. Lunch as a snack will be taken at a picnic area. Later, drive to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay at Eileen's Tree Inn.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Best time to visit: June to October (A good time to view wildlife)

High Season: This includes the months of July until March (Tourist crowded)

The best time to visit: It is between June and October, as the rainy season is almost non-existent during this time of the year.

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater: Black Rhino, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hyena, Elephant, Hippo, Leopard, Giraffe, White Rhino, Cheetah, Wild Dog

Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn

• An average ac modation situated 1-2 hour drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

After taking our breakfast early in the morning, we will take a drive to the Lake Manyara National Park which is an un-spoilt wildlife haven particularly famous for the lions that climb trees. This park is bordered to the west by the dramatic western escarpment of the Rift Valley. Next to it is Lake Manyara which is an alkaline and relatively shallow lake. This lake is a large one covering part of the park and fills and empties with rainy and dry seasons respectively. The lake is also famous for hosting thousands of flamingoes during the raining season. The name Manyara owes its origin from the Maasai name ‘emanyara’, which is a common shrub that is used in the construction of the protective compound called the ‘boma’. The vegetation of the park is also very varied going from savanna, to ever green forest type. When you are exploring the park, you will be able to view giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, elephants, and what you may not find in other parks can be lions sleeping in trees. Later in the day, we will return to Arusha for a flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival you will be picked up by our tour representative and transferred to Marumaru Hotel.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

The best time to visit: It is from June to October because it’s dry season and easy to see animals.

Peak Season: July to March (Northern sector may be crowded a bit)

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP: Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo, Lion, Hyena, Leopard, Wild Dog, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Cheetah

Accommodation: Maru Maru Hotel

• Affordable hotel in Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

In the morning, take a short guided tour through Stone Town visiting the sites and feeling the atmosphere of this unique cultural town. Next, transfer to the Nungwi, one of the Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches stretching along the northern coast of the island famous for its white coral sand and transparent water. After a tiring full day at the beach, the visitors are treated to dinner and a night at the Z Hotel.

Nungwi (Zanzibar)

Accommodation: Z Hotel

• Luxury Hotel situated at Zanzibar – Tanzania coast.

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Devote the day to exploring the beautiful sandy shores of Nungwi where the waters are extremely conducive to swimming and snorkelling. Some may wish to snorkel in the clear tropical waters and watch the diverse marine life and corals or enjoy lying on the soft sands of the shore. Have another lovely dinner and spend the night at the Z HotelOthers:

Nungwi (Zanzibar)

Accommodation: Z Hotel

• Luxury Hotel situated at Zanzibar – Tanzania coast.

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

There are wonderful activities for the adventurers, particularly fishing in the deep waters for kingfish, tuna, and marlin in Nungwi. There are other offerings like diving, parasailing, or join a dhow sunset cruise. Relax with a selection of mouthwatering dishes in the evening and then spend the night at Z Hotel.The Cuisine;

Nungwi (Zanzibar)

Accommodation: Z Hotel

• Luxury Hotel situated at Zanzibar – Tanzania coast.

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend your last day on the island in Nungwi relaxing and exploring the beautiful environment. Whether walking along the shore, shopping at the bazaar, or gazing awestruck at the beauty of the sea, it is your day and your world. In the evening, enjoy a final meal at the Z Hotel before the night’s stay.

Nungwi (Zanzibar)

Accommodation: Z Hotel

• Luxury Hotel situated at Zanzibar – Tanzania coast.

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depending on the time of your flight, after breakfast and a bit of rest in the hotel in Zanzibar, you will be transferred to the airport/ferry, which means the end of the amazing journey.

Main Destination: Nungwi (Zanzibar)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

• It is possible to organize additional accommodation for a fee.
• You will bedropped at the airport.