11 Days Luxury Migration and Tropical Beach.
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- 11 Days Luxury Migration and Tropical Beach.
Tanzania, Northern Circuit & Zanzibar Island.
- Arusha town,
- Lake Manyara NP,
- Ngorongoro Crater, and
- Serengeti NP,
- Stone Town Zanzibar,
- Nungwi Island Zanzibar,
Duration
11 Days
Tour Type
Great Wildebeest Migration
Group Size
6 People
Languages
English.
- Overview
The itinerary will take you to four prime places in the north of Tanzania where excellent game viewing awaits in every location. Making your way to Lake Manyara national park to look for the area’s tree-climbing lion. In the Serengeti, the ultimate predators of the Grumeti River await the exodus of wildebeest trying to quench their thirst. Explore the Ngorongoro conservation with inspiring landscape and a chance to see the big five and finish with a thrilling encounter with the Tarangire mob of elephants
- Tour Highlights.
- Scan for tree climbing lions of Lake Manyara National Park.
- Look for the endangered black rhino in Ngorongoro and northern Serengeti
- See the great migration going through the Mara River one of its obstacles
- Come face to face with host of predators who follow the migration closely
- Rinse your dust on the tropical beaches of Zanzibar.
- Included & Excluded
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- Mineral water
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Itinerary
11Days /10 Night
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, we will drive to Lake Manyara national park which is a hidden treasure of beauty. It has contrasting habitat which is worth experiencing. You can see underground water forests, rift valley escarpment, acacia woodland, and the lake. Apart from this, you get the sightings of baboons, giraffes, buffalo, elephants, and amazing colorful birds. This is where the famous tree-climbing lions can be seen, and on the lake look for the lesser flamingoes which on the good season can be seen million forming a carpet of pink. After your game viewing head to your lodge the Plantation farm lodge
- Location: Lake Manyara National Park.
- Accommodation: Plantation Farm Lodge / Neptune Lodge
- Meal: Lunch and Dinner.
Day 2: Full day Ngorongoro Crater.
After a delicious breakfast, we will go to Ngorongoro crater for amazing game viewing. You will find the largest permanent group of big mammals on earth. Its versatile habitat will surprise you with its forests, grassy plains, seasonal water pools, swamps, and riverine. You will find wildlife in abundance here. It is home to many wild animals like lions, rhino, hyenas, jackals, elephants, buffalo, and water birds. After exploring the crater, on this day keep a close look for the big tusker elephants of the Ngorongoro crater. After return to your lodge for Dinner and Overnight.
- Location: Ngorongoro crater
- Accomodation: Plantation Farm Lodge / Ngorongoro Neptune lodge.
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3: Karatu -- Serengeti NP
Depart this morning for a game drive in the central part of the Serengeti. This part is famous for the abundance of lions and leopards that can usually be seen quite easily. Game viewing in the central area is spectacular all year round. Enjoy the views of endless plains and stunning wildlife like cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hippos, ostrich, jackals, hyenas, hyrax, and many more. If you would like to visit the Oldupai gorge where Australopithecus boisei was found by the Leaky family these will be the day for exploring the gorge and the shifting sand. Dinner and overnight at your tented camp.
- Location: Serengeti National Park.
- Accomodation: Serengeti Wilderness camp / Tortilllis tented camp.
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4-5: Northern Short Grass Plains.
You will spend your next two days unwinding the secrets of the corners of Serengeti with your specialist guide, and it will be full of surprises in the north. You will see the wildebeest going through the Mara River and the stealthy predators of the silent waters waiting to pounce for any chance of having a meal. You may also get the rare sighting of crocodiles attacking them during migration. Its habitat consists of rolling hills, kopjes, plains, and riverine. It offers great game viewing of big cats and other wild animals like rhino, hippo, rock hyrax, giraffe, elephants, lions, cheetah, leopard and thousands of vultures cleaning the dead bodies of wildebeest who have died from injuries and some who have died from washing down by water currents. You will relish your stay and dinner at Wilderness camp.
- OPTION: Balloon Safari
- Location: Serengeti National Park
- Accomodation: Wilderness tented camp / Tingitana tented camp
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6: Serengeti --- Stone Town Zanzibar.
We will start the morning with a game drive around the river to witness more River crossing and other residence animals before heading to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. We will pick you once you reach Zanzibar and we will transfer you to your hotel in Stone Town.
- Location: Stone Town, Zanzibar.
- Accomodation: Serena Zanzibar / Maru Maru Hotel
- Meal: Breakfast & Dinner.
Day 7: Stone Town Zanzibar.
Today we have two main activities in Stone Town. Your guide will come to pick you at a specified time for the Stone Town tour. The tour includes exploring the markets, seafood and fish piled in the fish market, fresh loaves of bread in wicker baskets, and the neat stacks of fruit and vegetables as traders sell their wares from their stalls. You will also visit Prison island as is a half-day tour, Prison Island is also known as Changuu Island, the name “prison island” came after this unique island being used by some sultans of Zanzibar to detain the recalcitrant slaves, about 25 to 30 minutes boat ride (motorized).
While you are on this Island, you will be able to swim, snorkel and take pictures with giant tortoises, for sure, have a delightful swim, the wonderful snorkeling which will allow you to see the colorful school of tropical fish e.g. black snapper, orange lined triggerfish, spotted garfish, barracuda, longfin bannerfish, emperor angelfish, rabbitfish, clown triggerfish, blue stripe snapper, etc.
This day tour will be the best for snorkeling lovers and as well as beach relaxers. However, there is a lot to discover including historical sites and giant tortoises.
- Location: Stone Town, Zanzibar.
- Accomodation: Serena Zanzibar / Maru Maru Hotel
- Meal: Breakfast & Dinner.
Day 8: Spice Tour -- Nungwi.
Today after breakfast check out, we will drive away from Stone Town for Spice Plantation Tour. A detailed description is given about a variety of spices and their uses in cooking and cosmetics. The sheer number of spices produced and their incredible value for many ailments will fascinate visitors. Later into afternoon proceed to Nungwi for and Dinner and overnight at Royal Zanzibar Hotel
- Location: Nungwi (North Coast Zanzibar)
- Accomodation: Royal Zanzibar Hotel / Langi Langi Beach Bungalow
- Meal: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 9-10: Nungwi -- North Zanzibar Coast.
While your stay is in one of our most carefully prepared list of Hotels in Northern Zanzibar – just relax, and refresh for the next 2 nights, the possibilities of activities are endless at Zanzibar, but a lazy day at the beach beats everything else – hands down! The pristine white sand beaches lined with palm trees and surrounded by coral reefs provide a perfect paradise for the conclusion of a safari. Your much-needed rest awaits you here.
- Location: Nungwi (North coast Zanzibar)
- Accomodation: Royal Zanzibar Hotel / Langi Langi Beach Bungalow
- Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 11: Nungwi -- Zanzibar Aiport.
Before leaving the Paradise Island of Zanzibar, enjoy an early morning at the beach or just relax by the pool. Enjoy a lush breakfast at the hotel, before your guide drives you back to Zanzibar International Airport to return home. It is an emotional moment for both you and us, as we bid you goodbye (Swahili word: Kwaheri) – but only with the hope to see you return.
- Location: Zanzibar International airport.
- Accomodation: No Accomodation.
- Meal: Breakfast andLunch.
- Accomodation.
Day1-2: Plantation Farm Lodge
Plantation Farm
Lodge
Location
Set on hills in Karatu area mid way between Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, Plantation Lodge is located 20 minutes drive from the Lodoare gate to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation
The Lodge has a total of 22 rooms & suites coming in different categories and widely distributed in the flower gardens. Each room is individually designed with own style of decoration, some with verandahs and direct access to the garden, but all with bathrooms en suite and comfortable beds with mosquito netting.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Airport transportation
- Concierge
- Mosquito net
- Dry cleaning
- Public wifi
- Pool / beach towels
- Outdoor pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Non-smoking hotel
- Laundry service
Day 1-2: Ngorongoro Neptune Lodge
Ngorongoro Neptune
Luxury Lodge
Location
Set in 50 acres of virgin Tanzanian bush in the Ngorongoro volcanic landscape in Karatu, this all suites wood log cabin style retreat is located near Ngorongoro Loduare Gate, less than 5 minutes drive from the entrance to the Conservation Area.
Accommodation
This all inclusive property features 20 luxury suites in individual cottages with living area, fi re place, king size four poster bed with fi ne linens, large en suite bathroom with walk-in shower, solar heating and Planhotel fi ne toiletries, hairdryer, ceiling fan, mini-bar, coffee & tea making facilities, digital in-room safe, WiFi internet access, and telephone via operator.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Hiking
- Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
- Airport transportation
- Spa
Room features
- Bathrobes
- Desk
- Fireplace
- Private balcony
- Room service
- Coffee / tea maker
- Minibar
- Bath / shower
Day 3: Serengeti Wilderness camp
Serengeti North Wilderness
Camp
Location
Located in the heart of the Serengeti, in a pristine area that offers unparalleled game viewing, Serengeti Wilderness Camp is open all year round, and is located to the east of the famous central Seronera region.
Accommodation
Comprising just twelve spacious tents, our focus is on your comfort and enjoyment. There is nothing better than being lulled to sleep at night by the sounds of the bush, safely inside your well-appointed ‘safari bedroom’.
The tents are en suite with flushing toilets and a bush-shower. A private verandah offers a shady place to relax.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Bar / lounge
Day 3: Tortilllis tented camp
Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp
(Central)
Location
Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp is a collection of unique and luxury tented camps located in northern Tanzania, at the Famous Serengeti National Park.
Accommodation
Named after the distinctive Tortilis tree of the Serengeti, our tented camp combines comfort with the sense of wilderness, the sense of freedom, the sense of being ‘right there’, as you relax after the excitement of the day. We make your safari-camp experience truly unforgettable. Set in the heart of nature, our camp is designed to look after you while you tune in to the very heartbeat of Africa.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Free breakfast
- Mosquito net
- Non-smoking hotel
- Private check-in / check-out
- Laundry service
Day 4-5: Wilderness tented camp.
serengeti North Wilderness
Tented Camp
Location
Located close to the Mara River, in the Kogatende area of Northern Serengeti
Accommodation
Comprising just ten spacious tents, the camp will provide comfortable beds and quality linen, with en suite eco-friendly flushing toilet and bush-shower off an intimate dressing room area. Lighting is by 12-volt (solar powered) with bedside lamps provided. The tents each have a shady verandah, where guests may relax and read quietly or perhaps watch birds and animals.A large, airy, central dining tent complements the comfortable lounge tent which has a small reference library, maps, some games for children and a recharging facility for cameras and videos. The safari chef will prepare sumptuous meals for your enjoyment and special dietary requests are taken care of.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- En-Suite bush shower
- Wireless available
- Recharging facilities
- Children & families
- Leisure & corporate
- groups
- Large central dining area
Day 4-5: Ndutu Tingitana Camp.
Ndutu Tingitana Tented
Camp
Location
Located southern of Serengeti inside the Ngorongoro Conservation area, Ndutu Tingitana provides exceptional views on the forested landscapes which welcome the Great Migration every year
Accommodation
Ndutu Tingitana has 10 mobile canvas tents with private verandas which offer the amenities and comfort of a real lodge. King-size bed, en-suite bathroom, hot-running water (on-demand) and wooden floors, relax and enjoy after a long day of game-drive.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day 6-7: Serena Hotel Zanzibar.
Zanzibar Serena
Hotel
Location
Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodations with a view of the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation
A union of coastal elegance and classic Swahili design and décor, the 51 room and suites at Zanzibar Serena Hotel reflect the grace, beauty and heritage of this ancient seaside city.
All accommodations, from our Standard Rooms to the spectacular Presidential Suite, are created to be a quiet haven and an escape from bustling modern life and the heat of Stone Town. High ceilings, shuttered windows and cool white walls create a sense of airiness. Arched niches, antique plates and brass lamps and traditionally carved basket weave furniture with ceramic inlays infuse each room with a sense of Swahili charm. Wood louver doors give way to private balconies with uninterrupted Indian Ocean views.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Babysitting
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Air conditioning
- Private beach
- Private balcony
- Room service
- Safe
- Minibar
- Flatscreen TV
- Ocean view
- Non-smoking rooms
- Suites
- Family rooms
Day 6-7: Maru Maru Hotel.
Maru Maru Zanzibar
Hotel
Location
Nestled in the heart of Stone Town, Maru Maru Hotel is an ideal spot from which to discover Zanzibar. The hotel lies 0.1 Km from the city center and provides accessibility to important town facilities. With the city’s main attractions such as Sama Tours, Zanzibar Gallery, Old Fort within close reach, visitors to the hotel will just love its location.
Accommodation
Maru Maru (Boutique) Hotel provides the ultimate haven amongst Stone Town’s labyrinth of winding alleys, bustling markets, mosques, and famed Zanzibari doors, featuring magnificent ornate wooden carvings. Once a town house famous for its marble floors and tiles, it has now been lovingly restored to offer 51 bright rooms blending classic Zanzibar culture, iconic design and modern luxuries – 17 King Room, 23 Queen Room, 10 Twin Rooms and 1 Family Room, 1 Interconnecting/En-suite Room (On Request). Its rooftop Terrace Restaurant, Swimming Pool & Bar with Live Music offers a breathtaking 360° panoramic view of the Indian Ocean and Stone Town. The relaxed ambiance at Maru Maru continues long into the night as people come to enjoy a vast variety of Continental, Chinese, Indian and Swahili cuisine. Outdoor Badminton Court & Fitness Center – A perfect place for a quick workout. Hotel also has 2 Conference halls and 1 Board room.
Facilities & Services
- Free public parking nearby
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Rooftop pool
- Coffee shop
- Badminton
- Boating
- Books, DVDs, music for children
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment
- Allergy-free room
- Soundproof rooms
- Desk
- Fireplace
- Coffee / tea maker
- Cable / satellite TV
- Extra long beds
- Walk-in shower
Room types
- City view
- Landmark view
Day 8-10: Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort.
Royal Zanzibar Beach
Resort
Location
Located directly on a white sandy beach with a coral reef, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers tropical gardens with 4 outdoor pools and water-sports facilities. Guests can also relax with a massage at the Spa.
Accommodation
A spectacular view of the Indian Ocean from almost anywhere on the resort makes this all-inclusive property a wonderful choice for those guests looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. Fantastic swimming pools, a beautiful beach with clear, turquoise waters and amazing sunsets all add to the ambiance! The rooms are large, approximately 80 square metres for Superior Rooms and 100 square metres for Suites. A spacious bathroom with a large bathtub, separate shower and double sinks provide luxurious comfort. All rooms include a quiet split-unit air conditioner, TV, fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, a safe and a terrace from which to enjoy the view. The warm, friendly staff invite you to enjoy meals in the buffet restaurant with a varied selection of local and international dishes or a traditional pizza oven near the beach offers a quick snack while you relax by the pool.
Facilities & Services
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Pool
- Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
- Entertainment staff
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Pool / beach towels
- Infinity pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Swim Up bar
- Poolside bar
- Table tennis
- Airport transportation
- Meeting rooms
- Spa
- Currency exchange
- Sun loungers / beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry service
Day 8-10: Langi Langi Beach Bangalow.
Langi Langi Beach
Bungalow
Location
Langi Langi Beach Bungalows is located in Nungwi, Zanzibar.
Accommodation
Featuring Swahili design, the accommodation comes with a balcony or verandah and a bathroom with shower. The beds are draped with a mosquito net. The hotel’s restaurant serves local and International cuisine and there is also a bar. Zanzibar Airport is 1-hour drive away from Langi Langi and airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge. The hotel has got a total of 34 rooms which are Standard Garden Room, Pool Room, Seaview Suite, Marhaba Suite and Royal Zanzibar Suite.
Facilities & Services
- Free internet
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Beach
- Diving
- Airport transportation
- Massage
- Currency exchange
- Air conditioning
- Private balcony
- Safe
- Refrigerator
- Bath / shower
- Ocean view
- Non-smoking rooms
- Suites
End of Service.
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
From
$ 4,147
Children Under 5 Years Old are Free. Children 6 - 14 Years o age are 75% of the adult Price.
