We Love —
- Visit some of Tanzania's most famous National Parks on this varied Safari
- Stay in a range of luxury camps, surrounded by stunning scenery
- End with a relaxing 3 nights on Zanzibar's spectacular beaches, all inclusive
Deposits —
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The National Parks —
Tarangire
South of Lake Manyara and just over 100km from Arusha, this is a delightful, untamed gem of a park. Covering 2,600 sq km, it abounds with game and the numerous wide-bowed baobab trees create a lasting impression. Tarangire is at its finest during the dry seasons, from between June to October and December to March. This is when the Tarangire River and the various swamps attract the highest concentrations of game, providing a lifeline to thousands of species. This area is best for oryx, kudu, wildebeest, zebra, elephant and eland but leopards and massive pythons are also found here.
From whichever direction you approach Manyara, the first view is spectacular. From the east, the Rift Valley wall rises several hundred metres to form an impressive backdrop to the lake. From the west, if one is perched at the top of the escarpment, the park lies far below, with a long green strip of water that glistens in the sunlight. The vegetation around the lake’s shores is surprisingly varied and comprises mostly forest, acacia woodland and open grassland. The park covers an area of 330 sq km of which about 230 sq km is the lake itself. You can always find hippo in the Simba River, elephant in the forests and a resident herd of Cape buffalo on the open plains at Mahali Pa Nyati, which means, ‘the place of the buffalo’ in Swahili. In addition, there are approximately 400 species of birds and with some luck you might see tree-climbing lions.
As one of the wonders of the world, it is difficult to give a fair description to the enormity and beauty of the Crater. There is no ready comparison, except perhaps the Garden of Eden. A steep wall of thick forest surrounds the circumference, which looks into a natural amphitheatre, 260 sq km in size. Here, a complete eco-system unfolds, consisting of grasslands, swamps, lakes, rivers, woodlands, forest and an arid area of shifting dunes. Thus the Crater is able to sustain a vast resident population of game, including elephant, buffalo, hippo, wildebeest, gazelle, monkeys, black rhino, leopard and a huge concentration of lion and hyena. The surrounding conservation area is also home to the legendary Maasai tribe. These unique people are seen high on the Crater rim, where young warriors (or children) tend the cattle, armed with nothing but a short spear.
Serengeti
In the local vernacular, Serengeti means ‘the endless plains that go up to the sky’. And they do just that. It is therefore easy to understand why this is the most popular and spectacular of all game parks in East Africa. Covering 14,765 sq km, one of the striking features of this park is the series of large granite outcrops that dominate the vast plains, making it very different to the Masai Mara. Life in the park centres on the triangular trek of several million hooves. This movement never stops, as the animals constantly seek out new grazing pastures. Every year, after the south’s short November rains, wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, eland, topi and hartebeest gather in their thousands on the Serengeti’s southern plains and the Ngorongoro Highlands. Then, around April, they head towards the western corridor of the Serengeti, where many overflow into the Masai Mara around July/August. They remain here until late October/November, when Tanzania’s new rains prompt the move south again, towards Lake Ndutu and Lagaja. This yearly phenomenon also affects the lives of hundreds of thousands of other species, who rely on the migratory herds for their survival. These include predators, gazelles, birds and lowly insects, not to mention the grasses and trees that are fertilised by droppings.
Itinerary —
Day 1 ARUSHA
Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport (flight booked by agent) Airside meet and greet with assistance through Customs and immigration by Ranger Safaris staff member and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight Olasiti Lodge or East African All Suites on bed and breakfast basis
Day 2 TARANGIRE
Morning at leisure. Lunch at clients own expense. 1400 hrs depart on safari. Afternoon drive to Tarangire + Evening walk with a Masai guide along the southern shores of Lake Manyara.
Overnight at Maramboi Luxury Tented lodge on half board basis
Day 3 KARATU
Morning game viewing in Tarangire Park with a picnic lunch. Much of the area has an unusual landscape, dotted with Baobab trees giving it an almost pre-historic look. It is also one of the best places in Northern Tanzania to see Elephant, especially along the river in the dry season. After lunch, drive across the Great Rift valley to the lower slopes of the Ngorongoro massif.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House on full board basis
Day 4 KARATU
A morning game drive in Lake Manyara National park. Look out for the famous tree-climbing Lions as well as Hippo, Flamingo, Elephant and Giraffe. Lunch at the lodge and afternoon free to relax or enjoy an optional activity such as mountain biking, guided nature walk or a visit to a Masai village (payable directly to lodge)
Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House on full board basis
Day 5 SERENGETI
Descend into Ngorongoro crater for a morning game viewing with picnic lunch. The wonderful variety of wildlife and stunning landscape make this one of nature’s most unforgettable spectacles. Afterwards, continue to Serengeti National park.
Overnight at Kati Kati Camp on full board basis
Day 6 SERENGETI
Morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti. Look out for Leopard along the riverine forest or marvel at the vast herds of Wildebeest and Zebra out on the plains. While Lion and Cheetah may be spotted lurking around the rocky Kopjes.
Overnight at Kati Kati Camp on full board basis
Day 7 MANYARA
Morning game drive in Serengeti with lunch at the lodge. Afternoon drive to Manyara.
Overnight at Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp on full board basis
Day 08 ZANZIBAR
Fly schedule flight from Arusha to ZanzibaR. Upon arrival, you are met by Fisherman Tours and transferred to Dream of Zanzibar for 3 nights in deluxe room on all inclusive basis.
Day 11
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport.
Accommodation —
Our members will stay in Standard Rooms at the following hotels, which can accommodate up to 2 adults. Meals are as shown on itinerary.
Olasiti Lodge - Olasiti Lodge is a quiet sanctuary in the midst of a city. Shaded by jacaranda, bougainvillaea and acacia trees, the hotel is a haven located just moments from the city’s business centre and also from most of its attractions, including art and cultural institutions, shopping, nightlife and entertainment.
Ngorongoro Farm House - An exclusive lodge set on 750 acres of private farmland, located just outside the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area. The main building, covered with an elegant thatched roof, contains the reception, bar, dining area, library and lounge. Guest areas are completed by a swimming pool with superb views of Oldeani Volcano. There are a number of loungers around the pool with plenty of shade.
Maramboi Tented Camp - A luxurious tented camp situated close to the shores of Lake Manyara and located on the migratory corridor of Manyara and Tarangire. The camp offers you the unique opportunity to experience and explore the area's interesting eco-system. The camp is located in a wildlife rich area and offers impressive views of the Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands.
Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp - Lake Manyara Wildlife Camp is able to offer the most luxurious safari accommodations while remaining true to the natural element of the safari experience. The camp comprises of ten luxurious canvas tented lodgings and sixteen self-contained cottages, all with private balconies overlooking the real Africa, majestic, unfiltered and unadorned
Dream of Zanzibar —
Our members will stay in a Deluxe Room for 3 nights on an all inclusive basis.
This superb 5* all inclusive resort is nestled in exotic gardens on the beachfront, overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean
The hotel is decorated with a beautiful blend of contemporary and local Afro-Arabic design of solid woods and luxury materials with an architectural style that recalls the African-Arab Palaces.
Flight Information —
Flights are with Qatar Airways via Doha.
Outbound itinerary
Depart Heathrow 15.05
Arrive Doha 23.50
Depart Doha 01.55
Arrive Kilimanjaro 09.25
Inbound Itinerary
Depart Dar Es Salaam 18.20
Arrive Doha 23.59
Depart Doha 02.15
Arrive Heathrow 06.55
All flight times are local.
Please note: flight details are given as a guide only and may change. We will however notify you in advance if flights are more than 2 hours outside the time range given. Flights are non-changeable and non-refundable at time of booking.
