“An unforgettable trip. Our guide spotted a leopard on day one and knew every bird by name. Tambaa na Pori made it effortless.”
Safari and Indian Ocean beaches in a single week. You visit Lake Manyara for tree-climbing lions and flamingos, the Ngorongoro Crater for Big Five game viewing, and Tarangire for its elephant herds and baobabs.
Then you fly to Zanzibar for the Safari Blue dhow trip and time on the beach before flying home.
When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport our Guide will be there waiting for you. He'll drop you off at your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax in the authentic African atmosphere, sipping on a typical African drink. And of course, you can cool down with a swim in the pool. Your personal guide is very experienced and knowledgeable about the amazing nature that attracts so many tourists to this country, and knows a lot about African culture and customs. So don't hesitate to ask him questions from the beginning - he loves to answer all of them! The next day your journey really kicks off! Legendary Lodge**
Today you will enjoy the excellent view over Lake Manyara, see elephants up close in the woodlands and visit the renowned Manyara hippo pool where many, many hippos take to the water from early morning until late in the evening. Besides all this the park offers a great view of the 400 meters deep Great Rift Valley. This tear in the earth came into existence 22 to 25 million years ago, when movement in a weak area of the earth's crust led to the formation of a rift Valley thousands of kilometers long through the whole of East Africa. The valley is so enormous it can be seen from outer space and it has many unique landscapes that attract a vast number of different animals. Besides being home to Lake Manyara itself you can also find dense rainforest here with hundreds of groups of monkeys and a huge number of birds.
Today you will visit one of the seven African wonders - the Ngorongoro Crater, created when a huge volcano erupted two million years ago. The fertile lava has created a unique ecosystem; the crater has the highest concentration of animals anywhere in Africa! While descending from the rim onto the crater floor you will be surrounded by the most beautiful animals. When below, the views are astounding - you won't know where to look. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to many lion families, buffalos, zebras, wildebeests and many more species. And nowhere else offers a chance as good as this to spot the rare black rhino. So if you want to see the big five - this is the place to be!
After a delicious breakfast you will drive to Tarangire National Park. This park is well known for its big groups of elephants and the huge amount of giant baobab trees that can live for hundreds of years. In the dry season it's possible to see groups of up to 250 elephants here! They can weigh up to six thousand kilos and have a special technique to draw water from the baobab trees. Your private guide can tell you everything about this. But Tarangire has many more wild animals, which you can spot most easily at the Tarangire River or Lake Barunge - the main water sources of the park - when they come to relieve their thirst.
Today your flight to Zanzibar leaves at 1.30 pm and takes an hour and forty minutes. One of our drivers will be there to pick you up and bring you to your hotel. Real relaxation starts here! Enjoy tropical Zanzibar! The crystal clear water of the ocean and the white sandy beaches are almost too beautiful to be true. Spoil yourself by relaxing under the palm trees and enjoy the wonderful food and beverages of Zanzibar. There is plenty to do on Zanzibar. The island has a rich history and a visit to impressive Stone Town with its Arabic influences can't be missed. But the stunning ocean and the interior of the island also offer plenty of entertainment with a wide variety of activities.
The Safari Blue trip is a day trip where you'll have the chance to visit 2 different snorkel spots with a Swahili traditional wooden boat called dhow. Those amazing spots are located in Menai Bay Conservation area which is known as one of the most beautiful snorkel spots in Zanzibar. There you will swim between beautiful colored fish! This tour includes a guide on the boat and professional snorkel equipment is also provided !
Enjoy the last few hours of your trip before our driver comes to pick you up and you commence the journey home
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“An unforgettable trip. Our guide spotted a leopard on day one and knew every bird by name. Tambaa na Pori made it effortless.”
“Best value safari we found anywhere, and it never felt budget. Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Zanzibar - flawless from start to finish.”
“Summited Kilimanjaro via Lemosho with an incredible crew. Great gear, great food, and they got all of us to Uhuru Peak.”8 Days Lemosho Route