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9 Days Beach to Bush Luxury Safari

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

You’ll experience life in a way that most tourists miss. This trip offers plenty of opportunity to Experience Tanzania’s wild within its three spectacular wildlife areas in the northern Tanzania. You’ll see incredibly diverse wildlife for as far as the eye can see from giraffes, to zebras, impalas, monkeys and hippos the list goes on on this ultimate East African/Tanzanian adventure.

Itinerary Snapshot

  • Game drives, luxury lodging, all on offer for a varied and exciting experience
  • Visit the Ngorongoro Crater for unrivaled Big 5 game viewing
  • Beach holidays(Zanzibar)

Perfect for

  • Adventure seekers
  • Wildlife enthusiasts
  • Birding
  • Dolphin tour

ITINERARY SUMMARY

ITINERARY SUMMARY

Day 1: Arrival at the airport - Zanzibar
Day 2: Explore Zanzibar
Day 3: Explore Zanzibar
Day 4: Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
Day 5: Transfer to Tarangire National Park
Day 6: Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Day 7: Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 8: Transfer to Ngorongoro crater back to Arusha
Day 9: Departure

Day 1: Arrival at the airport - Zanzibar

Day 2: Explore Zanzibar

Day 3: Explore Zanzibar

Day 4: Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro Int. Airport

Day 5: Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Day 6: Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Day 7: Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Day 8: Transfer to Ngorongoro crater back to Arusha

Day 9: Departure

Group Discount

The price per person for group expeditions are fixed based on a group size. However, we have optional arrangements for individual private and tailor-made preferences best suited for you, your family and friends.

GROUP SIZELUXURY
1 Person$ 5,400
2 - 4 People$ 4,900
5 - 7 People$ 3,870
8 - 10 People$ 3,460

SAFARI FAQ's

When is the best time to see the great wildebeest migration in Tanzania?

During the period of December to March, the Serengeti Migration congregates in large herds around Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Tanzania Safari. So, the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is usually during June and July and January to February is the perfect time to see the wildebeest calving.

What does a Tanzania Safari cost?

Ideally, there is no fixed price range for Tanzania safari. There are several factors such as time, numbers of days, and accommodations types that influence the Tanzania safari cost. However, the average cost of Tanzania Safari per day can come down to $400 (dollars) per head for a lodge safari and around $200 (dollars) per day for camping.

Is it safe to go on a Tanzania Safari?

Yes, Tanzania is a fairly safe country. Every year millions of tourists visit this beautiful country in the hopes of a thrilling Tanzania travel experience. And, the statistics say that maximum tourists leave the country with their heart bubbling with joy and a secret promise to visit again.

Where will I stay during the Tanzania safari?

Tanzania offers a great range of lodges and tented camps. However, your Tanzania accommodations depend on the type of packages you have purchased like budget safaris, standard or luxury Tanzania safari.

How long does it take to do safari in Tanzania?

The duration of an ideal Tanzania safari can take between 5 to 10 days, to ensure you hit all the top spots on your safari. The length though can depend on how long you’d like to stay and enjoy a specific place, hotel, park on your itinerary.

FULL ITINERARY

Day 1 - Day 3: At Zanzibar Hotel

The shallow coastal waters around Kizimkazi are a favorite hangout for dolphins that come here for the reliable food supply, to nurse their calves, rest and socialize. Several bottle-nose dolphins stay at Kizimkazi all year-round. There are also rather shyer humpback dolphins that put in an appearance here, although their schedule is a little more erratic. Dolphin tour is best very early in the morning, because in the afternoon as the sun rises sea water tends to become warm, therefore dolphins dive deep down the sea bottom to escape heat, for the guests who stay in Stone town hotel, we pick them up from their hotels at 06:00am and 05:00am from beach hotels. You can do the trip later in the afternoon but the probability to see dolphins is very small, not only that but at this time there might be many boats at the dolphin sites this scare the dolphins which is not good for their sustainability.

Although dolphin-spotting is a popular activity, sightings aren’t guaranteed 100%, and actually managing to swim with dolphins is a rare occurrence, like with other wild animals spotting dolphins require time and patience as they are not confined in a cage or a zoo, they are in their natural environment. Dolphin trips last two to three hours.

Kizimkazi is also the site of a 12th century mosque, the earliest evidence of Islam in East Africa, and is thus worth a visit for both cultural and historical reasons. We provide Lunch on full day trips Only at the beach restaurant. We advise clients to wear their swimming costume. We also advise to wear waterproof sandals for boarding the dhows and to bring sunscreen, towel and spare T – shirt for snorkeling. The dolphin trip can be combined with Jozani Forest, as the forest is on the way to Kizimkazi; we pass through the forest on the way back from dolphin tour

Day 4: Fly from Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro Int. Airport

You will meet your driver guides and be picked from the arrival point (Air port) and drive to Arusha at Mount Meru hotel  for dinner and overnight. You will be briefed on your safari.

Dinner and overnight at the booked hotel

Day 5: Arusha – TarangireNp

You will leave Arusha in the morning by 8; 00 am drive to TarangireNp 2hrs drive from Arusha. The park is famous for its tree climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos and big flocks of birds. We will do our morning game drive in the park and later drive to the picnic site for Lunch. After lunch we will have a short rest and later, drive down to the park for afternoon game viewing until late evening and drive back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6: Tarangire – Serengeti Np

In the morning, we will depart from Tarangire and head towards Serengeti National Park across the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority. The stretch of road towards the park’s gates offers a fantastic opportunity to see animals in their natural habitat, often during migration including wilder beasts, zebras, impalas and lions. We will have picnic lunch at the gate of the Serengeti Np where you can also follow a trail to the top of the hill which boasts stunning views over the famous Serengeti. With the game drive en route we will head to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro

We will commence our journey in the morning where we can capture an abundance of animals as the sunrises over the Serengeti plains.

We will enjoy the game drive at Serengeti National Park in the rolling grasslands, dotted with wildlife for as far as the eye can see from giraffes, to zebras, impalas, monkeys and hippos. In the late afternoon, we will head towards Ngorongoro for dinner and an overnight stay at the HOTEL

Day 8: Ngorongoro – Arusha

After breakfast, we will take off with lunch packs and descend to the Ngorongoro Crater for game drive till afternoon. And have a massai tour that live at the Caldera of Ngorongoro Crater. At this point, we will get a chance to see a large number of mammals such as the endangered rhinos, mountain reedbuck, jackals and numerous bird species including white pelicans and flamingoes on Lake Ndutu and Lake Magadi .In the afternoon after we have had our picnic lunch we will have a short afternoon game drive before we drive back to Arusha to at the hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Day 10: Departure Day

You will leave the hotel depending on you departure flight. On this day you will be required to check out your rooms before 10; 00am so if your flight is on evening we request you to let us know.

Day 1 - Day 3: At Zanzibar Hotel

The shallow coastal waters around Kizimkazi are a favorite hangout for dolphins that come here for the reliable food supply, to nurse their calves, rest and socialize. Several bottle-nose dolphins stay at Kizimkazi all year-round. There are also rather shyer humpback dolphins that put in an appearance here, although their schedule is a little more erratic. Dolphin tour is best very early in the morning, because in the afternoon as the sun rises sea water tends to become warm, therefore dolphins dive deep down the sea bottom to escape heat, for the guests who stay in Stone town hotel, we pick them up from their hotels at 06:00am and 05:00am from beach hotels. You can do the trip later in the afternoon but the probability to see dolphins is very small, not only that but at this time there might be many boats at the dolphin sites this scare the dolphins which is not good for their sustainability.

Although dolphin-spotting is a popular activity, sightings aren’t guaranteed 100%, and actually managing to swim with dolphins is a rare occurrence, like with other wild animals spotting dolphins require time and patience as they are not confined in a cage or a zoo, they are in their natural environment. Dolphin trips last two to three hours.

Kizimkazi is also the site of a 12th century mosque, the earliest evidence of Islam in East Africa, and is thus worth a visit for both cultural and historical reasons. We provide Lunch on full day trips Only at the beach restaurant. We advise clients to wear their swimming costume. We also advise to wear waterproof sandals for boarding the dhows and to bring sunscreen, towel and spare T – shirt for snorkeling. The dolphin trip can be combined with Jozani Forest, as the forest is on the way to Kizimkazi; we pass through the forest on the way back from dolphin tour

Day 4: Fly from Zanzibar to Kilimanjaro Int. Airport

You will meet your driver guides and be picked from the arrival point (Air port) and drive to Arusha at Mount Meru hotel  for dinner and overnight. You will be briefed on your safari.

Dinner and overnight at the booked hotel

Day 5: Arusha – TarangireNp

You will leave Arusha in the morning by 8; 00 am drive to TarangireNp 2hrs drive from Arusha. The park is famous for its tree climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos and big flocks of birds. We will do our morning game drive in the park and later drive to the picnic site for Lunch. After lunch we will have a short rest and later, drive down to the park for afternoon game viewing until late evening and drive back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6: Tarangire – Serengeti Np

In the morning, we will depart from Tarangire and head towards Serengeti National Park across the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority. The stretch of road towards the park’s gates offers a fantastic opportunity to see animals in their natural habitat, often during migration including wilder beasts, zebras, impalas and lions. We will have picnic lunch at the gate of the Serengeti Np where you can also follow a trail to the top of the hill which boasts stunning views over the famous Serengeti. With the game drive en route we will head to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro

We will commence our journey in the morning where we can capture an abundance of animals as the sunrises over the Serengeti plains.

We will enjoy the game drive at Serengeti National Park in the rolling grasslands, dotted with wildlife for as far as the eye can see from giraffes, to zebras, impalas, monkeys and hippos. In the late afternoon, we will head towards Ngorongoro for dinner and an overnight stay at the HOTEL

Day 8: Ngorongoro – Arusha

After breakfast, we will take off with lunch packs and descend to the Ngorongoro Crater for game drive till afternoon. And have a massai tour that live at the Caldera of Ngorongoro Crater. At this point, we will get a chance to see a large number of mammals such as the endangered rhinos, mountain reedbuck, jackals and numerous bird species including white pelicans and flamingoes on Lake Ndutu and Lake Magadi .In the afternoon after we have had our picnic lunch we will have a short afternoon game drive before we drive back to Arusha to at the hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Day 10: Departure Day

You will leave the hotel depending on you departure flight. On this day you will be required to check out your rooms before 10; 00am so if your flight is on evening we request you to let us know.

INCLUDES

  • Transfers in both directions between the International Airport and Moshi.
  • One-night Hotel accommodation in Moshi/Rush.
  • Boat Charter
  • Snorkeling and gear life jacket, mask etc
  • Accommodation at luxury lodges and camps during the safari full board
  • Extended 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
  • Professional safari guide
  • Entrance fees to all national parks.
  • Maasai Experience tour if interested.
  • Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • 18% VAT to our entrance fees.
  • Government taxes, VAT and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals.

EXCLUDES

  • Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival, USA and CANADA passport holders USD.100
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Optional Tours (balloon rides USD. 570 per person)
  • Tips and gratuities to your safari guide.

GETTING VISA IN TANZANIA

 Visa for Tanzania can be obtained via Online Visa Application before arrival or on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport. All travelers will need a passport which will remain valid for at least 6 months longer than your expected visit. You will also need to present proof that you have a return ticket, and proof that you have sufficient money to support yourself during your stay in Tanzania.

Each traveler is responsible for sorting out their own passport and visa requirements, and we cannot offer much assistance in this matter. If you do not yet have a passport, apply for one early, as they can take some time to arrive. If you already have a passport, double-check when it expires.

While Tanzania is a commonwealth country, UK citizens do need a tourist visa to enter. This is also true for citizens of Australia, New Zealand, India, the United States, Canada, and most EU countries. Citizens of countries not mentioned should contact their nearest embassy or high commission to check visa requirements. Visas usually cost in the neighborhood of $50 (around £40), but some visas from the US can cost $100. Tanzanian visas expire three months after they are issued so be careful not to apply too soon.

Visas can be purchased upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (IATA code: JRO), but you can expect long queues, and for the process to take an extra hour or more. The Tanzanian High Commission has stressed that they have the right to deny visas applied for on arrival. We have never had a report of this happening, but it is a danger best avoided.

For these reasons, we highly recommend that travelers get their visa in advance if at all possible. On the other hand, many US travelers prefer to avoid risking their passports in the mail, and other potential delays, by applying upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.

It is also now possible to apply for your Tanzania visa online https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/. Please read the Visa Application Guidelines carefully before beginning your application to ensure you apply for the correct type of visa, and that you are planning on entering Tanzania through one of the approved entry points.

Where to obtain a Tanzanian visa
  • In Dar es Salaam: The Office of the Director of Immigration Services
  • In Zanzibar: The Office of the Principal Immigration Officer
  • Abroad: Any Tanzanian Embassy or High Commission or via the Tanzania Immigration Services website
  • Entry points to Tanzania: Any gazette entry point, including international airports, Zanzibar Airport, the port of Kigoma, Horohoro, Sirari, Tunduma, and Nagama

Please be advised that, whilst we make every effort to provide you with accurate and up-to-date information, travel requirements can change quickly and sometimes without notice. We urge you to double-check the visa and passport requirements for your trip, and consult with an embassy or consulate.

OUR BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

Travel Route Africa terms & conditions – We are registered and Licensed Tanzania Tour Operator under the laws of Tanzania and accepts your bookings under the following terms and conditions.

DEPOSIT & PAYMENT

To secure place, 10% down payment is required to make in advance as per the company policy, the payment will be made via bank transfer or online payment with visa, master card and America express etc.

Deposit and final payments can be made via bank transfer or online payment with your master card or visa card within 30 days’ prior the tour or in cash upon arrival (USD). Please note US dollar notes printed prior to 2001 are not accepted anywhere in Tanzania. Transfer details will be emailed on request.

All bank charges are to be settled by the client respectively. This includes transaction fees charged by our bank. Our bank will not charge a fee for wire transfers but your bank will and there may possibly be a 3rd bank involved. From our experience we see bank fees for wire transfers from $35 – $50. The amount charged for a wire transfer is not dependent on the amount sent.

ONLINE PAYMENT

Payment can be made through our online payment system using credit card at a surcharge of 3.5%.

THE BOOKING

Bookings and ensuing contracts shall be deemed to have been concluded in Moshi, Tanzania and shall be interpreted according to the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania. The Company reserves the right to decline any booking without outlining the reasons for it.

All travelers receive pre-trip information, complete itinerary and on-demand pre-travel advice, via email or directly with our offices for any last minute or personal queries.

In the event of a particular accommodation being unavailable upon booking, accommodation of a similar or higher standard will be substituted.

BOOKING AMENDMENTS

For amendments of existing bookings done by the client/ agent (e.g. departure dates, air tickets, accommodation, number of participants etc) a handling fee of 70 USD per booking applies. The handling fee will be charged in addition to the service provider fees.

CANCELLATIONS

Travel Route Africa entitled to act as an agent or principal with regard to the provision of the services.

Having paid full amount of any trip, you are entitled to incur refund in case if you want to cancel your trip. Still, cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you are imposed cancellation charge as advised below: –

  • 90 – 60 days or more deposit retained
  • 59 – 45 days before departure 50% of the TOTAL BOOKING COST shall be refunded.
  • 44 – 30 days before departure 75% of the TOTAL BOOKING COST shall be refunded.
  • 29 – 01 days before departure 100% no refund of the TBC shall be made.

If Travel Route Africa cancels your trip due to unforeseen circumstances like weather and Pandemics etc. we would be happy to refer your alternative trip of a similar standard. If this doesn’t fit your personal interest, all monies paid by you to our company will be refunded. But remember, any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.

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$ 4,900 / PER PERSON

All Prices are per person in a party of 2 adults sharing a double room. Choose a scheduled date or contact us to set up private dates or a bespoke itinerary. Read our booking terms and conditions for more details.

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When to Visit

Best Time For Safari in Tanzania

The best time to visit Tanzania depends on what wildlife you’d like to spot. The country’s seasons and wildlife numbers are dictated by the rains, so you’ll have a slightly different experience depending on when you choose to visit. Tanzania’s headline attraction is the Great Migration, which occurs year-round across the Serengeti. Many people flock here between July and September for a chance to witness huge herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing the Mara River — panic ensues as they try to avoid the jaws of crocodiles and other predators waiting to pounce. You’ll see lots of vehicles in the park at this time of year, though.

Tanzania’s ‘green season’, between November and March, is much quieter. While there’s a chance of rain showers, it’s a fantastic time for birdwatching as migratory species arrive in their thousands. You’ll also see Great Migration herds with their newly born calves

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