Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar

10 Day Group Safari

Safari Description:

This scheduled safari starts from Nairobi and journeys south to Arusha, Tanzania, exploring the magical Serengeti National Park for world–class game viewing and onto the Island of Zanzibar for beautiful white sand beaches, crystal–clear blue ocean and its history of spices and the slave trade.   The tour finishes in Dar es Saleem, it can can be reversed and is also offered as both camping or accommodation styles.

Safari Highlights:

Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti National Park for some of the worlds–best game viewing and wildebeest migration; Zanzibar Island –for beaches and Stone Town – famed for slave trade and spices.

Main Attractions:

Tanzania: Ngorongoro Area, Serengeti Park, Zanzibar Island

Map & Short Itinerary:

Camping

Day 1 Maru Maru Hotel
Day 2&3 Nungwi Garden Boutique Hotel
Day 4  Firefly Boutique Lodge
Day 5 Weru Weru River Lodge
Day 6 Kudu Lodge
Day 7&8 Serengeti Wilderness Camp
Day 9 Njiro Legacy
Day 10 End, Nairobi

Map & Itinerary
Accommodated

Day 1 Maru Maru Hotel
Day 2&3 Nungwi Garden Boutique Hotel
Day 4  Firefly Boutique Lodge
Day 5 Weru Weru River Lodge
Day 6 Kudu Lodge
Day 7&8 Serengeti Wilderness Camp
Day 9 Njiro Legacy
Day 10 End, Nairobi

Map & Itinerary
Length 10 days
Safari Type Group Safari
Price From ZAR 49950
Countries Kenya, Tanzania
Accommodation Accommodation, Camping
Group Size Maximum 20 people
Single Supplement Yes
Please Note Subject to availability of accommodation
Departures On Request

Comfort Level:

How we rate comfort
Accommodation Comfort2 Star3 Star
Camping Comfort1 Star2 Star
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Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1 Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar

Today is your arrival day in Zanzibar and is free for you to explore the city- Stone Town.  We recommend that you announce yourself to the crew at 16h00 at the Maru Maru Hotel, who will sign you in and give you a short orientation of what to expect in the coming days.

Day 2&3 Nungwi Garden Boutique Hotel

Boasting a rich history this busy port was once a landmark on both the Slave and Spice trade routes.  Our morning begins with a walking tour of Stone Town to discover the more well known landmarks, including the birthplace of Freddy Mercury.  After our city tour, we travel by road to our base for the next 2 nights. Before our arrival, we will stop along the way to enjoy a guided walking spice tour, which passes through villages and spice plantations.  You will be able to witness first-hand how spice farm workers climb the trees and seek out specific plants and will have the opportunity to purchase fresh spices directly from these farms

Day 4  Firefly Boutique Lodge

We bid farewell to the white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of Zanzibar. We board the ferry back to the mainland, arriving in the port city of Dar es Salaam, reunite with our truck and hit the road, heading north along the coast toward Bagamoyo. Once a major hub of East Africa’s trade routes, Bagamoyo is steeped in history and Swahili culture. The drive offers a glimpse into the energy of city life before giving way to more laid-back coastal scenery. We arrive in Bagamoyo by late afternoon and settle in to our accommodation.

Day 5 Weru Weru River Lodge

From the coastal lowlands of Bagamoyo, the landscape gradually shifts to rugged highlands as we pass through vibrant towns, remote villages, and stretches of open savannah. Along the way, we’ll witness the rhythms of daily life and enjoy the raw beauty of Tanzania’s countryside.  If time permits this afternoon, book an optional activity to a local coffee plantation or a guided cycling tour.

Day 6 Kudu Lodge

Although it is relatively short distance to Karatu, we will spend most of the day commuting closer to the Ngorongoro Crater.  Before our arrival in Karatu, we will visit the Mto wa Mbu Market which is situated in the little village of Mto wa Mbu.  Known for crops such as rice and their distinctive red bananas, the town sits on the main road that leads directly to the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater Conversation Area.   Tonight, our guide will brief us on our 2-night excursion

Day 7&8 Serengeti Wilderness Camp

We rise early and will be collected from our camp and transferred to the Ngorongoro Crater in 4×4 safari type vehicles.  We will spend the morning exploring the crater floor in search of the animals which roam the plains.  In the afternoon, we will arrive at our camp in the Seronera region located in the heart of the Serengeti National Park.  The camp is surrounded by spectacular views and abundant wildlife and this evening, while sipping on a cold beverage, we will enjoy the sights and sounds of nature passing right in front of your meru style tent. We depart the Serengeti National Park with amazing memories, and make the return journey to Arusha where we will spend the night reminiscing about our experiences of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

Day 9 Njiro Legacy
We depart the Serengeti National Park with amazing memories, and make the return journey to Arusha where we will spend the night reminiscing about our experiences of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

Day 10 End,  Nairob

How we rate our safaris

Namibia, Botswana and some other African destinations do not have a set star system that is familiar worldwide to many countries, however, as this is widely used, we have tried to replicate this format to give you an idea of the level of comfort during your safari. For example, a mobile camping tour in Namibia is given 1* and luxury accommodation increasing to 5*. Depending on your tour, there may be a bit of a mix of levels of comfort so please check if you are not sure.

1* or 1–2* Rated Safaris – Camping tours:

These are generally scheduled/small group or self–drive safaris (though a private–guided safari can also fall into this category if you wish to camp); the scheduled trips generally involve client participation where you may be expected to put up/take down your tent and assist with camp chores, dome tents and a ground mattress is supplied. For self–drive options this will often mean roof tents on the vehicle and all camping equipment. There may be the occasional night in simple accommodation but majority of nights are spent camping and most camp sites will have shared ablution facilities. If there is a good mix of both camping and accommodation, this may be rated at 1&2*. These are the most basic level of safaris offered and scheduled safari group sizes vary according to the trip and company – 1* tours are the most affordable option and geared for adventurous travellers who do not mind a bit of discomfort.

Accommodated Safaris

Standard/Mid–range safaris 2–3.5*

Standard accommodation style trips generally have no camping included (though on occasion with a specific activity such as a Delta or Serengeti excursion, or perhaps hiking, a couple of nights may be included). As a general rule this is not the case. With most small group/scheduled tours accommodation is generally 2/3* level – clean and affordable but generally without too many frills; rooms will have en–suite facilities, most will offer air con/fans in the rooms, swimming pools etc (not guaranteed), restaurant/bar facilities, though location can be a little further away from main place of interest this option offers excellent value for money for those seeking a bed each night! We try to indicate on each trip the level of comfort for the particular tour

Superior/Luxury Safaris 3.5–5*

A superior style of accommodation. Most lodges at this level will have air–conditioning or fans in the room though some accommodation establishments are technically “camps” as they may be partially build of canvas – these “camps” are permanent fixtures, generally built on a platform, and will have full and comfortable facilities – the occasional trip may have a more basic night or two involved depending on location to ensure clients can fully appreciate the region they are experiencing. Service is generally very good and most places (outside of towns/cities) will have just a few rooms/chalets. Tours in this bracket include very small group safaris (up to 8 clients), self–drive and private–guided options which are tailored to suit you. The luxury options offer a high standard of accommodation, facilities and service in the region with attention to detail – some “camps” /lodges will have private guides and vehicles, but all accommodation is the best available with personalized service and a quality or unique experience perhaps unavailable elsewhere or in a more moderate price bracket. Tours include fly–in safaris, self–drive and private–guided options.

Please note: this is a guideline only and each destination can vary – some areas in Southern Africa do not always have 5* accommodation (there are limited hotels outside of cities that have the same * grading accommodation) but will be best in the area, have limited volume of rooms and some of the best locations and experiences for clients that is outside of the normal “tourist/travel” route. This can include exclusive conservation regions and emphasis is place on clients having a unique experience rather than offering hairdresser type of facilities that may be found is hotels in cities in other countries. Please also remember that some of these locations can be remote so wifi may not always be available, nor a huge menu range.

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