We Love —
- Discovering Tanzania's legendary nature parks on an unforgettable safari adventure.
- Enjoying the panoramic views and inimitable landscapes in a 4x4 with sunroof accompanied by a professional driver-guide.
- Experiencing the adventure of a lifetime by discovering the magic of animals in their natural habitat.
- Bringing your stay to a close with a relaxing interlude in Zanzibar in a 4-star hotel by the Indian Ocean.
Welcome to Tanzania! —
Discover Tanzania with us and experience an exciting adventure on an unforgettable 5 or 6-night safari! Admire the natural beauty of the African savannah and its untouched fauna and flora.
Then continue your journey to the Zanzibar archipelago and relax in a truly picture-postcard backdrop. An island paradise awaits you off the coast of Tanzania, surrounded by endlessly beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters.
Choose from the following duration combinations:
8 nights: 5 nights safari + 3 nights at AHG Sun Bay Mlilile 4*
9 nights: 6 nights safari + 3 nights at AHG Sun Bay Mlilile 4*
10 nights: 5 nights safari + 5 nights at AHG Sun Bay Mlilile 4*
11 nights: 6 nights safari + 5 nights at AHG Sun Bay Mlilile 4*
12 nights: 5 nights safari + 7 nights at AHG Sun Bay Mlilile 4*
13 nights: 6 nights safari + 7 nights at AHG Sun Bay Mlilile 4*
Your itinerary in brief —
Explore the incredible parks and wildlife of Tanzania: observe lions, elephants, zebras and other wildlife in their natural habitat and enjoy the beauty of these wild landscapes on an unforgettable private safari!
Your itinerary
Safari in 5 nights (6 days):
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha
Day 2: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Day 3: Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park
Day 4 and 5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 6: Karatu - Arusha
Safari in 6 nights (7 days):
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha
Day 2: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Day 3: Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
Day 6: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 7: Karatu - Arusha
Please note that the order of the itinerary may be subject to change.
Your itinerary in detail —
5-night safari
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be greeted by our driver-guide and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch. Arrive at the park for a safari until sunset. Then return to the lodge for refreshments before dinner.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 3: Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park. Arrive at the park for the safari, which is the best time to see the animals in the park. As you approach it from the east, the Rift Valley escarpment appears on the horizon, creating an impressive backdrop to the lake. Monkeys leap from branch to branch in the tall trees of the groundwater forest, and elephants linger in the shade on the escarpment. Other animals frequently seen are zebras, impalas, monkeys, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos...
Safari until sunset. Then return to the lodge for refreshments before dinner.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. A highlight awaits: exploring what is commonly referred to as the largest wildlife zoo in the world! Descend 2,000 feet into the crater and have a picnic lunch. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor consists of several distinct areas ranging from forests, swamps, lakes and springs to open grasslands and some sand dunes. With more than 30,000 resident animals, this is an impressive wildlife experience. Continue to your lodge.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 5: Ngorongoro
After a leisurely breakfast, take a walk to the elephant caves with a local guide. Return to the lodge for lunch.
Free afternoon to use the lodge's pool.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 6: Karatu - Arusha
After breakfast at the lodge, depart to Arusha with a picnic, in anticipation of your flight to Zanzibar, departing at 12h45 and arriving at 14h25.
6-night safari
Days 1 to 3 identical with the 6-night safari
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, set off with a picnic lunch. Leaving Lake Manyara behind, continue your journey northwest through the amazing rolling landscape of the highlands, full of wheat and coffee plantations, and then into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
From there, the vast plains of the Serengeti stretch out, allowing you start sighting game - even long before you enter the park. Arrive at the camp in the evening for dinner.
Overnight stay at the camp.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
After a leisurely breakfast, set off with a picnic for a full-day safari through the Serengeti National Park. Admire the vastness of the park and the amazing number of ungulates (zebras, wildebeests, antelopes...) as well as predators on this exciting safari.
Overnight stay at the camp.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Air
After breakfast, set off for the Ngorongoro and observe the animals in the vast plains of the Serengeti. A highlight awaits you in Ngorongoro Conservation Area: exploring what is commonly referred to as the largest animal zoo in the world. Descend 2,000 feet into the crater and have a picnic lunch. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor consists of several distinct areas ranging from forests, swamps, lakes and springs to open grasslands and some sand dunes. With more than 30,000 resident animals, this is an impressive wildlife experience. Continue to your lodge.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 7: Karatu - Arusha
After breakfast at the lodge, depart for Arusha with picnic lunch for the flight to Zanzibar, departing at 15h00 and arriving at 16h00.
Your accommodation —
Hand-picked just for you
Relax in carefully selected accommodation after exciting days on safari!
Your hotels:
Arusha: Kibo Palace Hotel (or similar)
Tarangire: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge (or similar)
Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Conservation Area: Marera Valley Lodge (or similar)
Serengeti (6-night safari only): Tanzania Pure Tented Camp / Thorn Tree Tented Camp (or similar)
If the hotels listed here are not available at the time of travel, we will book hotels of a similar category for you.
Maximum room capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 child. Single rooms available at extra cost.
Your dining choices
Our offer includes board type according to your itinerary, permitting you to enjoy your trip totally carefree. Enjoy breakfast in Arusha and from Day 2 until the last day of your safari full board (excluding drinks). Don't miss the opportunity to try local specialities such as nyama choma (grilled meat) or pilau, a rice dish with aromatic spices. Exotic fruits such as juicy mangoes and creamy avocados add a touch of freshness to Tanzanian gastronomy...
AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel 4* —
Just for you:
- Included airport transfers
AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel 4* is located on Matemwe Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on the Northern coast of Zanzibar.
The upscale property is known for its warm Swahili hospitality, rustic-chic decor, and splendid views of Mnemba Island. Look out at the Indian Ocean from your room and unwind with a massage inspired by ancient traditions at the spa.
Explore the beauty of the island's underwater world on a dive excursion, and explore Zanzibar's colourful towns and hidden gems.
Your room —
Just for you:
- Fruit basket in the room upon arrival
- One bottle of water in the room, per person, per day
This offer is based on a stay in a Classic Pool View Room or a Classic Garden View Room.
Classic Pool or Garden View Room (25 m²)
The Classic Pool or Garden View Rooms have pretty views and private bathrooms. Those on the ground floor have a patio, while on the first floor, each room has a balcony - permitting you to stretch out, kick back and enjoy you stay to the max!
Your dining choices
This offer is based on an all inclusive stay (breakfast, lunch and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant with a selection of snacks and drinks). Please see the details section for further information about your board basis conditions.
Discover authentic Swahili cuisine through the aromatic dishes prepared at the hotel's restaurant, using local spices and seafood caught fresh by Matamwe's fishermen. The restaurant also serves Mediterranean and international flavours, with vegetarian dishes available at the buffet.
Your time
Just for you:
- 1 deep tissue massage (30 minutes for individual or couple)
- 10% discount on IKI Cornerlist massages
Make yourself comfy on a deckchair under a parasol by the pool, and enjoy a heavenly view of the Indian Ocean. Or you may wish to sunbathe on Matemwe's beautiful white sand beach.
Treat yourself to a soothing massage inspired by ancient traditions. Those eager to explore Zanzibar's marine world can ask about excursions at the hotel, which collaborates with a PADI licensed diving centre.
Optional excursions —
Half Day Stone Town tour
Stone Town is one of the few intact historic Swahili trading towns in East Africa. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. The tour includes visits to the town's bustling market, the old slave market, the House of Wonders, the Sultan's Palace, the Arab Fort and more!
Further Information:
Stone Town is one of the few intact historic Swahili trading towns in East Africa. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2000.
The tour takes you to the legendary stone city, where history seems to have stood still. The fascinating architectural design of the city's stone buildings, with their carved and studded wooden doors shaded by balconies and verandas lining the narrow, winding streets, bears witness to a rich cultural heritage where Arab, Persian, Indian and European influences blend with African traditions.
The excursion includes a visit to the city's bustling market, the old slave market, the House of Wonders, the Sultan's Palace, the Arab Fort and more. There will also be time for shopping. Stone town has a variety of excellent souvenir and craft shops.
The price includes:
- Half-day tour of Stone Town
Price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not included
- Tips or gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Anything not included in the 'price includes' section
Jozani Forest Tour
Explore the stunning Jozani Forest Nature Reserve, home to the endangered red dove monkey and the elusive Zanzibar leopard! Enjoy your tour guide's wealth of knowledge while walking an excellent nature trail and immersing yourself in this magnificent natural landscape.
Mnemba Island snorkelling tour (half-day excursion):
Mnemba Island is the most famous marine conservation area in the north-east of Zanzibar. A short boat ride from the villages of Matemwe takes you to the Mnemba Atoll Marine Park with its extraordinary coral reef, home to populations of moray eels, lionfish, stingrays and more.
Practical information:
The turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean welcome you to explore the fascinating marine wildlife.
The price includes :
- Snorkelling excursion to Mnemba Island (half day)
The price does not include :
- Meals and drinks not included
- Possible tips or gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Everything not included in the 'price includes' section
Your journey to Tanzania & Zanzíbar —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destinations —
Tanzania
Discover the natural wonders of Tanzania with a safari and seek out wild animals in their natural habitat. With its contrasting landscapes, national parks and underwater reserves, this country has so much to offer. Let yourself be whisked away to a park populated by baobabs with the magnificent Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. Take a camera and go in search of the Big Five: buffalo, leopard, rhino, elephant and lion await you. Whether in the famous Serengeti National Park on the border of Kenya or in one of the lesser-known but equally impressive smaller parks such as Tarangire National Park, where you can embark on a safari to observe the great migration or marvel at Tanzania's natural treasures! Seize the opportunity to have unforgettable encounters and immerse yourself in Tanzanian culture. An excursion to the Ngorongoro Crater also offers impressive views and unforgettable experiences. After your wild adventures, be tempted by a few days of well-deserved relaxation on the breathtaking beaches of Zanzibar.
Zanzibar
The historic spice island of Zanzibar lies just off the coast of Tanzania, and promises everyone a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience, whether that be at the tail end of a thrilling safari or independently as an island adventure. Zanzibar caters for every traveller, whether that be those looking to backpack on a budget, or those interested in enjoying a luxurious and exotic getaway.
In terms of attractions, Zanzibar is as varied as it is beautiful, ensuring guests in search of diversity are constantly surprised. Stone Town should be number 1 on any tourist's bucket list. Charismatic, full of life and rich in history and culture, the quaint, cobbled streets of Stone Town are a delight to explore and offer up no end of treats, including the relaxed seafront promenade, the faded colonial buildings, the colourful food markets and unique touches such as the Aldabra giant tortoises at Prison Island (a short 30-minute boat ride from Stone Town itself). Given its historical focus on the spice industry, an informative spice tour is also highly recommended!
For those who simply wish to lay back, soak up the sunshine and unwind with a cocktail in hand, Zanzibar's many beaches are also destined to delight. Favourites include Nungwi and Kendwa in the north of the island, where tourists are sure to be awe-struck by an untouched Indian Ocean paradise.