Travel Route:
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Tour Experiences:
- Wildlife and Nature
- Natural Attractions
- Cultural Interaction
Highlights include:
- Follow elephant footprints under towering baobabs tress in Tarangire National Park
- Experience a cultural encounter with Tanzania’s only remaining tribe of true hunter gathers, the Hadzabe
- Enter Africa’s “Garden of Eden” the Ngorongoro crater
- Feel the rumble beneath your feet as thousands of wildebeest, zebra and antelope stream across the Serengeti plains
- Cruise through giant mahogany trees searching for tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara
- Heavy scented alleyways and crystal clear waters of Zanzibar
Classic Tanzania & Zanzibar
- Tour Code: CEAZ
- Tour Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
- Countries Visited: Tanzania
- Your hosts: Local Tour-Leader
Tour Overview
Like bees to honey, Tanzania lures travellers from all over the globe to satisfy their thirst for the ultimate African adventure. From the dusty plains of the Serengeti to the heavy scented alleyways and crystal clear waters of Zanzibar, Tanzania truly is a diverse land of unique geological contrasts. Experience the best of Tanzania’s ultimate wildlife safaris and Zanzibar’s laid back island rhythms in this combination tour. Explore the colourful safari town of Arusha and follow elephant footprints under towering baobabs tress in Tarangire National Park. Experience a cultural encounter with Tanzania’s only remaining tribe of true hunter gathers, the Hadzabe. Enter Africa’s “Garden of Eden” the Ngorongoro crater, which is home to the highest concentration of large predators and feel the rumble beneath your feet as thousands of wildebeest, zebra and antelope stream across the Serengeti plains during the great migration. Cruise through giant mahogany trees searching for tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara and experience a colourful cultural infusion at Mto Wa Mbu village. Spend your remaining days discovering Zanzibar’s unique culture and history from the bustling bazaars sprinkled throughout the aromatic cobbled alleyways of Stonetown through to the lush spice planation’s of the Jozani forest and finally plunging into turquoise palm laden tropical beaches of the North coast. Uncover the gems of Tanzania from west to east for an unforgettable East African expedition.
This tour departs with a minimum of 3 travellers, and takes a maximum of 6 travellers.
Tour Price
From USD 1473.00 which includes any local payment, for 14 days & 13 nights.
Tour Style
Terms & Conditions
Please Note: The establishment used, travel distance and travel times as shown on this itinerary are provided in good faith and have been compiled with care. However they may be subject to change and are approximate only, as travel distances and times especially, are dependent on many tour factors that may be beyond our control.
Day 1
| Destination | Arusha |
| Arrival day: on which you can relax or explore this lively African city known to most as the “safari capital” from where most travellers begin their touring. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the starting point hotel, therefore please provide us with your flight details. This evening a pre-departure meeting will be held where you will meet your tour leader, guides and fellow travellers. | |
| Meals | No Meals Included |
| Establishment | Olasiti Lodge |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
| Travel Distance | 80 km |
Day 2
| Destination | Tarangire National Park |
| After a short stop at the markets for supplies we begin our journey to Tarangire National Park, miles of African woodland which is home to towering baobabs trees, herds of elephants frolicking on the banks of the Tarangire River and numerous species of bird life. Keep your eyes open for a glimpse of a fringe-eared Oryx or Gerenuk during an afternoon game drive in the park. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Lake Burunge Tented Safari Camp |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite safari tent |
| Travel Distance | 345 km |
Day 3
| Destination | Slopes of Ngorongoro Crater |
| We wake up early for a morning Game drive in Tarangire National Park, and head out to Gibbs Farm on the woodland slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater. The afternoon is spent enjoying the many optional activities on offer at this unique working farm in the conservation area. Enjoy a traditional Masai massage using medicinal herbs, walk to the elephant caves or take the opportunity to hike along the various forested paths. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Gibbs Farm |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
| Travel Distance | 325 km |
Day 4
| Destination | Slopes of Ngorongoro Crater/ Lake Eyasi |
| Today we follow a dirt road to the settlement of Mang´ ola near Lake Eyasi. The lake is home to Tanzania´ s only remaining tribe of true hunter-gathers, the Hadzabe. Similar to the Khosian family of Southern Africa, the Hadza language is infused with click based tongues and hand signals. Their nomadic lifestyle requires rudimentary encampments of grass shelters, assembled in hours as they follow game migrations and weather patterns. Hunting with poison arrows from mice to baboons is predominately a male activity whilst woman and children collect roots, seeds and make animal coats decorated in intricate beaded designs. Here we spend the afternoon, socializing and interacting with this enduring group of people and learning their unique way of life, living off the land. A very rare and memorable experience for all travellers. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Gibbs Farm |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
| Travel Distance | 242 km |
Day 5
| Destination | Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater |
| Entering one of the natural wonder of the world, today we descend into the fabled Ngorongoro volcanic crater, where one can find the highest concentration of wildlife sharing this conservation area with the legendary Masai and their cattle. This spectacular natural arena supports the densest population of lion and spotted hyena and game viewing is almost guaranteed to provide the "Big Five. Experience your first breathtaking view of 260km of this extraordinary natural sanctuary from Heroes Point before descending 600m into the heart of the crater. In the afternoon we will transfer to the famous plains of the Serengeti for a late afternoon game drive, with an optional visit to a traditional Masai homestead available en route. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Serengeti Medium Camp |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite safari tent |
| Travel Distance | 246 km |
Day 6
| Destination | Serengeti National Park and Olduvai Gorge |
| A full day is spent exploring the park in both morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti. Travellers can relax and enjoy the wonders of the grassy rolling plains covered in teeming wildlife. This fascinating National Park is unequalled for its natural beauty and contains more than 3 million large mammals. The reserve is host to the spectacular annual migration of wildebeest followed by their tenacious predators in late May or early June. For those, who would like to experience a truly magnificent view of the panoramic vistas of the famous park, optional hot air balloon rides are easily booked and travellers are woken early to glimpse the golden dawn breaking over the iconic savannah plains. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Serengeto Medium Camp |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite safari tent |
| Travel Distance | 50 km |
Day 7
| Destination | Lake Manyara |
| After an early morning game drive we leave the plains of the Serengeti and continue our adventure towards the base of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park. On route we will stop off at the Olduvai Gorge, which cuts through a chronological sequence of rock beds preserving continuous archaeological and fossil records of life on the plains for over the past two millions years. While there we can also enter the little Olduvai museum for further enlightenment on this geological phenomenon. Renowned for its tree climbing lions, dusty herds of nomadic elephants and flocks of pink flamingos that often congregate on the shimmering lake surface. The lake is a bird watchers paradise as over 300 migratory birds can be seen as well as long crested Eagles and Grey-headed kingfishers. We enjoy an afternoon game drive through Manyara National Park before returning to our accommodation. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Maramboi Tented Safari Camp |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite safari tent |
| Travel Distance | 112 km |
Day 8
| Destination | Mto Wa Mbu & Arusha |
| Today we travel to the bustling village of Mto Wa Mbu for an optional cultural activity. Whether you choose to listen to traditional storytelling or follow the papyrus lake path, no other place in Tanzania can one find over 120 different tribal representatives all residing in one village. The final leg of our Tanzanian Adventure leads us back to the safari capital Arusha, where we enjoy an earthy dinner at Kahn’s Barbeque. | |
| Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Establishment | Olasiti Lodge |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
| Travel Distance | 271 km |
Day 9
| Destination | Stone Town, Zanzibar |
| In the morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport to board your local flight to Zanzibar, approximately 45 mins. You will be met at the airport by one of our representatives and taken to your hotel in Stonetown. You have the evening to discover the fascinating nightlife and night markets in one of Africa´ s ambient towns. | |
| Meals | Breakfast |
| Establishment | Tembo Hotel |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
| Travel Distance | 80 km |
Day 10
| Destination | Stone Town, Zanzibar |
| Today you are taken on a guided tour of Stonetown to discover one of East Africas greatest trade centres, explore cobbled labyrinth alleyways, colourful spice markets and haphazard roof tops of old Stonetown. Marvel at the local historic architecture of St John’s Cathedral, the Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens and watch the daily rhythms of the harbour as traditional dhows and yachts share its tropical waters. | |
| Meals | Breakfast |
| Establishment | Tembo Hotel |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
Day 11
| Destination | Zanzibar, North Coast |
| After breakfast we transfer to the coast of Zanzibar. We stop along the way en route to your beach bungalow, in the forest interior for a Zanzibar Spice Tour. A chance to observe how some of the most aromatic spices are grown and produced such as Cloves, Vanilla and Turmeric to name a few. Langi Langi Bungalows are situated on the North Western section of Zanzibar, the charming accommodation is decorated with colourful flowers and vine plants around the tropical premises, the soft sandy beach only adds to the feeling of true escapism. | |
| Meals | Breakfast |
| Establishment | Langi Langi Beach Bungalows |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
Day 12
| Destination | Zanzibar, North Coast |
| Today you can spend your time relaxing on the beautiful beach, soaking up the island spirit on the spacious balconies of your bungalows or go snorkelling in the turquoise ocean, play volleyball on the golden sand or eye out handmade crafts at the local markets. | |
| Meals | Breakfast |
| Establishment | Langi Langi Beach Bungalows |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
Day 13
| Destination | Zanzibar, North Coast |
| Another leisure day of which you can choose to swim with dolphins, visit the Jozani Forest and/or Prison Island or take part in some of the other optional activities available, such as snorkelling, beach volley ball, a cultural tour or scuba diving at Mnemba atoll. | |
| Meals | Breakfast |
| Establishment | Langi Langi Beach Bungalows |
| Accommodation Style | Standard en-suite twin room |
Day 14
| Destination | Stone Town, Zanzibar |
| We leave the coast and head back to Stone Town. Transfers to the Ferry port or airport are included in your tour fare. Travellers who have booked pre or post tour accommodation with us also have arrival and departure transfers included in their fare. Regional flights and ferry tickets may be pre-booked with our travel consultants. | |
| Meals | Breakfast |
Tour Prices
| USD | Euros | GBP | AUD | Rand | |
| Tour Fare | $1473 | €1168 | £982 | $1726 | R11005 |
| Single Supplement | $19 | €15 | £12.85 | $22 | R144 |
Tour prices are for indicative purposes only and are subject to occasional change based on exchange rate fluctuations.
Travel Dates
| Tour Code | Start Date | End Date | Availability | Special Note |
| CEAZ-07-04 | 2010-07-04 | 2010-07-18 |  |
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| CEAZ-08-15 | 2010-08-15 | 2010-08-29 | |
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| CEAZ-08-22 | 2010-08-22 | 2010-09-05 | |
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| CEAZ-09-19 | 2010-09-19 | 2010-10-03 | |
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| CEAZ-10-17 | 2010-10-17 | 2010-10-31 | |
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| CEAZ-11-07 | 2010-11-07 | 2010-11-21 | |
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| CEAZ-12-05 | 2010-12-05 | 2010-12-19 | |
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| CEAZ-12-15 | 2010-12-15 | 2010-12-29 | |
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| CEAZ-01-16 | 2011-01-16 | 2011-01-30 | |
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| CEAZ-01-23 | 2011-01-23 | 2011-02-06 | |
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| CEAZ-02-13 | 2011-02-13 | 2011-02-27 | |
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| CEAZ-02-13 | 2011-02-13 | 2011-03-04 | |
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| CEAZ-03-06 | 2011-03-06 | 2011-03-20 | |
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| CEAZ-03-26 | 2011-03-26 | 2011-04-09 | |
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| CEAZ-04-17 | 2011-04-17 | 2011-05-01 | |
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| CEAZ-05-08 | 2011-05-08 | 2011-05-22 | |
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| CEAZ-05-29 | 2011-05-29 | 2011-06-12 | |
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| CEAZ-06-19 | 2011-06-19 | 2011-07-03 | |
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| CEAZ-06-19 | 2011-06-19 | 2011-07-08 | |
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| CEAZ-07-17 | 2011-07-17 | 2011-07-31 | |
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| CEAZ-07-17 | 2011-07-17 | 2011-08-05 | |
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| CEAZ-08-14 | 2011-08-14 | 2011-08-28 | |
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| CEAZ-08-21 | 2011-08-21 | 2011-09-04 | |
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| CEAZ-09-18 | 2011-09-18 | 2011-10-02 | |
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| CEAZ-10-16 | 2011-10-16 | 2011-10-30 | |
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| CEAZ-11-06 | 2011-11-06 | 2011-11-20 | |
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| CEAZ-11-13 | 2011-11-13 | 2011-11-27 | |
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| CEAZ-12-08 | 2011-12-08 | 2011-12-22 | |
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| CEAZ-12-14 | 2011-12-14 | 2011-12-28 | |
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| CEAZ-01-15 | 2012-01-15 | 2012-01-29 | |
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| CEAZ-01-22 | 2012-01-22 | 2012-02-05 | |
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| CEAZ-02-12 | 2012-02-12 | 2012-02-26 | |
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| CEAZ-03-04 | 2012-03-04 | 2012-03-18 | |
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| CEAZ-03-25 | 2012-03-25 | 2012-04-08 | |
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| CEAZ-04-15 | 2012-04-15 | 2012-04-29 | |
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| CEAZ-05-06 | 2012-05-06 | 2012-05-20 | |
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| CEAZ-05-27 | 2012-05-27 | 2012-06-10 | |
Tour Inclusions:
- Local guide/leader & driver (English-speaking)
- Accommodation Meals as per itinerary
- Arrival & Departure transfers
- Transportation
- Excursions & Activities as per itinerary
- Park/Reserve Entrance Fees as per itinerary
- Game Drives as per itinerary
- Free Arrival and Departure Airport Transfers
Tour Exclusions:
- Visas & Related Costs Border Taxes
- Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls & other items of a personal nature
- International flights & Taxes
- Meals not listed on the itinerary
- Travel & Personal Accident Insurance
- Excursions & Activities not listed on the itinerary
Tour Extras
These extras are available to book for most of our tours subject to availability.
All prices are in USD.
Transfers
| From - To | Per Single Traveller | Per Traveller Sharing | Note |
| Arusha- Nairobi shuttle | $ | $ | |
| Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha City Centre | $145 | $75 |
Flights
| From - To | Per Person One Way | Per Person Return | Note |
| Arusha - Nairobi | $ | $ | |
| Arusha to Zanzibar | $215 | $340 |
Optional Activities
| Activity | Per Single Traveller | Note |
| Serengeti Balloon Safari | $499 |
All prices quoted are accurate on publication but subject to change. Prices will be confirmed or requoted on enquiry.
We are able to pre-book a wide range of services not listed here, please contact us should you require more information.
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