Honeymoon Tanzania ( 12 Nights / 13 Days - Lodge Safari) – WTST 30
Guaranteed Departures Minimum order: 2 People

DAY 01: Arrival
After your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport we will meet you and you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Dinner and Overnight stay at Arumeru River Lodge.
Meal Plan: {D}   

DAY 02: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
We will leave early in the morning after breakfast for Tarangire National Park. Your first experience of safari life will be the thrilling game drive through the vastness of Tarangire National Park. Game driving through the park, you will marvel at the beauty of this pristine wilderness before arriving at our overnight lodge which nestles into a wooded hillside valley overlooking Tarangire Hill. Each of the rooms is comfortable with basic necessities provided. The lodge has a large public area to relax in the evenings and enjoy the surrounding baobab filled landscape. Dinner and overnight stay at Tarangire Sopa Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 03: Tarangire - Lake Manyara
We will leave early in the morning for Lake Manyara National Park and arrive at park gate late morning. We will spend the rest of the day game viewing in the park and around the lake which is known for its big population of Flamingos. At sunset we will drive to our overnight lodge which is perched on the edge of Mto wa Mbu escarpment, and overlooks the Great Rift Valley and the Manyara soda lake. The extraordinary birdlife of Manyara has made this place renowned amongst the ornithologists. The interior décor of each of the rooms, circular in shape indigenous to the traditional architect, depict the bird migration pattern creating a scene of idyllic serenity. Dinner and overnight stay at Eunoto Masai Lodge/similar.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 04: Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park
Leave early in the morning after breakfast for Serengeti National Park. We will drive through the East African Great Rift Valley and the rift valley escarpment. Then, drive along the Ngorongoro crater rim towards Ngorongoro Crater rim. Picnic Lunch/Hot Lunch. We leave for Serengeti National Park with a stopover at Masai boma (village) observing the lifestyle of the famous East African tribe, the Masai. After the tour we will drive through the Serengeti endless plains and the Seronera river valley while game viewing heading to our lodge which is located in the Seronera, an area rich with wildlife year round, Serengeti Serena is set discreetly high on a hill, offering magnificent view of the rolling unspoiled wilderness of the Serengeti plains. The theme of the lodge reflects a Maasai Village complete with Maasai Warriors. Each of the spacious Maasai huts with modern facilities has its own private verandah offering amazing views of the vast Serengeti plains below, home to the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth. Dinner and Overnight stay at Serengeti Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 05: Serengeti National Park
Leave early in the morning for sunrise game drive when animals are very active grazing on the grasslands and the predators are busy hunting. We will spend the entire day game viewing and following the great migration of about 1.5 millions Wildebeests, half a million Zebras and a big number of predators hunting them as they migrate. We will take a picnic lunch under an acacia tree. We will back at the lodge in the evening for spectacular view of sunset and wildlife by the pool or just relax while swimming and enjoy cold beer or glass of wine. Dinner and Overnight stay at Serengeti Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 06: Serengeti National Park
We will leave very early in the morning for hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti plains and along the Seronara river valley. Once on the balloon, equipped with state of art 'whisper' burners and painted dark green and beige to blend in with the Serengeti surrounding, you will soar over the Serengeti experiencing the breathtaking sunrise. A breathtaking perspective aboard a balloon where you can experience the famous Plains and its diverse wildlife. The finale to this unique experience is an hour of luxurious Champagne breakfast beneath a solitary acacia tree deep in the African wilderness.
After the breakfast, we leave for western Serengeti while game viewing on the way and arriving at the lodge for lunch. After lunch we will go to the Gurumeti River very famous for its large number of the most aggressive and biggest Crocodiles and Hippos in Africa. We will spend time observing the Crocodiles hunting for wildebeests and sharing the same habitat with the Hippos.
Leave after sun set to one of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World! Gurumeti/Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp is lusciously set upon a hill of the Western Corridor of Serengeti, offering views of the endless savanna allowing you to feel the soul of the African wilderness in close proximity. The Victorian era outpost with Tanzanian element set in the remote regions of the Gurumeti River is home to a variety of big game. The 25 luxury tents complemented by highest standards of personalized attention, luxurious sleeping and sleeping arrangements complemented by valet service, superb cuisine and service are carefully landscaped in complete harmony with their natural surroundings….you will leaving with an 'Out of Africa' experience. Dinner and Overnight stay at Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp/Gurumeti Tented camp.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 07: Serengeti - Ngorongoro/ Olduvai Gorge
Leave after breakfast for Ngorongoro Conservation Area while game viewing, stop for lunch at Serengeti Serena lodge. We will leave after lunch and make our way to Olduvai Gorge, site of Louis and Mary Leakey's famous discoveries of Man's ancient ancestor, the Zinjanthropus Bosei. After the tour of the site and museum we will drive to our overnight lodge built on the rim of Ngorongoro crater, Ngorongoro Serena lodge exists in perfect harmony with the natural environment. Awarded the green globe, the plant and ivy-covered stone camouflaged lodge has elegant rooms ornately decorated with local materials. Most of the rooms have a private terrace offering incredible views of the vast conservation area inhabited by the Maasai tribe as well as an abundant variety of wildlife and birdlife.
Dinner and Overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 08: Ngorongoro Crater
We will wake up early in the morning and start driving down the Ngorongoro crater. We will spend full day exploring the Ngorongoro crater which is a World Heritage Site, home to nearly 25,000 animals, giving you a very real chance of spotting the big five: lion, elephant, endangered black rhino, buffalo and leopard plus countless other African mammal species. Witness the magnificent array of habitats, each with its own unique wildlife and flora. Take time out to stretch your legs and enjoy a picnic lunch at Ngoitokitok Springs watching the hippos jostle for position in the water. Dinner and Overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 09: Ngorongoro - Lake Eyasi
We will leave after breakfast and head out towards Lake Eyasi to visit the Hadzabe tribe, an ancient hunters and gatherers tribe who lives in relative isolation and continue to follow their ancient traditional ways of living. These pygmy-like people assumed to be the direct descendant of early human beings dating 3 million years ago, live around Lake Eyasi situated within the Great East African Rift Valley. Should time permit, we will spend some time with the Tatoga tribe. In the evening, drive to our lodge a lovely Kisima ngeda Tented Camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 10: Lake Eyasi - Arusha - Zanzibar
Leave after breakfast and drive back to Arusha with few stops at souvenirs shops which are beautifully decorated and full of high quality authentic artworks, sculptures, antiques, fabrics and textiles from Tanzania. We will arrive Arusha for lunch and leave after lunch, transfer to the Airport and fly to Zanzibar. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, we will be transferred to our lodge which is set in two historic seafront buildings masterfully restored, recreating the exotic past that Zanzibar evokes. The interior rich with Arabic influence has rooms each overlooking the blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The Inn is minutes walk to the legendary Stone Town of Zanzibar where the narrow labyrinthine streets take you back 150 years, to when Zanzibar was the trading center of East Africa. Dinner and Overnight stay at Zanzibar Serena Inn - Stone town/Tembo Hotel.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 11: Zanzibar
In the morning, take a guided historic tour of Stone Town. A stroll down the narrow labyrinthine streets of Stone Town takes you back 150 years, to when Zanzibar was the trading center of East Africa. Catch a glimpse of the ornate latticework on a balcony, an Indian influence to the intricacy of sun-warmed wood on a carved door or catch sight between the tumbling roofs of the spire of the Anglican, or the Catholic Cathedral. In the afternoon, enjoy exploring the Spice Route. Zanzibar is known affectionately as The Spice Island because of its history as a producer of cloves and its position on the ancient spice routes. Dinner and Overnight stay at Zanzibar Serena Inn - Stone town/Tembo hotel.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 12: Zanzibar
In the morning, head out to the North Eastern Coast of Zanzibar. Spend the day at leisure on the white sands beaches and blue waters of Matemwe. Dive in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean with a PADI certified instructor and explore the colorful coral reefs. Our hotel is located on the northern coast of Zanzibar Island, commands wide views over sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. The rooms are positioned to maximize the panoramic sea view and cool island breeze. The proximity and variety of surrounding reefs which protect the beach makes for a superb snorkeling and diving destination (due to its proximity to Matemwe area) and if interested, is fully equipped with a dive center professionally run to international PADI standards. Dinner and Overnight stay at Ras Nungwi Beach hotel.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 13: Zanzibar/Airport Transfer
We will spend half a day at your leisure or relax at the beach. We will leave after lunch, transfer to Zanzibar Airport and fly to Dar - Es - Salaam. We will have dinner at any ethnic restaurant of your choice. We will transfer to Dar - Es - Salaam International Airport for your departure flight home.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

END OF SAFARI

INCLUSIVE SAFARI COST:
Transportation in tourist 4 x 4 wheel drive Tanzania safari vehicles with VHF Radio communication and pop-up roof for easy viewing and Photographing, Full board Accommodation on Safari, All Park entrance fees, Accommodation in Arusha, services of English speaking skilled and experienced driver/guide, extensive Game Drives in the National Parks, Arusha JRO Airport Transfer, Arusha to Zanzibar flight, Zanzibar to Dar flight, Airport Tax, And other language speaking Driver’s Guide of your request.

EXCLUSIVE SAFARI COSTING:
Visa, Alcoholic drinks, Flying Doctor’s, beverages, Airport departure Tax, tips or Gratitude, Laundry, Personal Toiletries, Padi diving, Lunch in Zanzibar, international flights, personal & baggage insurance, Optional activities, items of personal nature etc.

NOTE:
Crater Lodge and Permanent Tented Camp is booked at extra cost by special request.

DAY 01: Arrive Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Arrival to Kilimanjaro International Airport. You will be met and transferred to Arumeru River Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: {D}   

DAY 02: Arusha - Arusha National Park
We will relax today by taking a day trip to Arusha National Park for a game drive after breakfast. With the stunning view of Mt. Meru as a backdrop and unparalleled views of the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro and the East African Rift Valley. This is your first safari experience with the lush vegetation, mammal species and countless birds of an ecosystem. The highland forests around the Ngurdoto crater as well as the slopes of Mt. Meru harbor the rare Black and White Colobus monkey. Arusha National Park is also reputed to have the highest density of giraffes in Africa. In the early evening we will return to Arumeru River lodge for dinner and get some good sleep for our walking Safari the next day.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 03: Transfer to Ngorongoro and Nainokanoka
Leave early in the morning and start driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. We will stop at Ngorongoro Conservation Area park gate for registration and pick up an armed Park Ranger. After registrations we will start driving through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Nainokanoka. We will stop for lunch and after lunch we will transfer everything from to the truck to donkeys. We will be using donkeys as porters to carry everything. We will hike through the nearby Olmoti Crater, a critical watershed and underground reservoir, slowly releasing water throughout the year for the livestock and wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater. We walk onto our wilderness camp on the volcano's northern flank, which offers unparalleled views of the Serengeti's eastern plains and distant Gol Mountains. Our Dinner and overnight camp stay will be at Olmoti Crater Rim.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 04: Embulbul Depression
Today we hike around the flank of Olmoti Mountain among the herds of Maasai cattle, sheep and goats. The focus of the day is a visit to one of these highland dwellings where we will see daily life close-up. In the afternoon we will make our way across the wide expanse of the "Embulbul Depression," a retreat for wildlife from the Ngorongoro Crater. Our hike continues into the second wilderness camp situated on the knife-edge rim of the hidden gem of the highlands, Empakaai Crater. This extinct caldera is one of the best-kept secrets of the area with spectacular Rift Valley views from its rim. Its thickly forested sides, and the sparkling lake covering half of its floor is full of flamingos and lurking predators. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 05: Empakaai Crater
A full exploration of Empakaai Crater will take up the whole day. In the morning we will hike down the steep forested slopes of the caldera, hopefully catching glimpses of rarely seen forest animals such as bushbuck, duikers and even leopards. Around the lakeshore we will find many species of water birds, and an abundance of flamingos. Up to four million of flamingos roam the Rift Valley lakes in great flocks throughout the year searching for the best feeding and bathing conditions. Our day will end with an ascent back to the same camp on the crater rim.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 06: Nayobi/Pembe ya Swala
We will descend from the Ngorongoro Highlands to the Great Rift Valley. We will descend through lush grassland pastures scattered with Maasai villages. The scenery alternates between the mountains of Gelai and Ketumbeine - both extinct volcanoes - and Lake Natron stretching into the distance. The active volcano Oldonyo Lengai, "Mountain of Gods", dominates the view. Our overnight camp stay will be in Nayobi with dinner around the camp fire in traditional African style.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 07: Engare Sero/Oldoinyo Lengai
Continue hiking down into the Rift Valley - by now Ol'donyo Lengai is towering above us. Cross the old lava flows and hike towards camp set by a stream at the base of the escarpment. Some options on this day's hike. We can opt to hike up to the waterfalls above the camp for a relaxing swim or to watch the baboons leaping back and forth on the cliffs or we can climb Ol'donyo Lengai. This is a steep 5000-ft climb and involves leaving at 2:00am in order to reach the rim by dawn; the rewards of seeing the sun rise over the Great Rift Valley are incredible. Our overnight camp is on the river under the vast African skies, watching the flamingoes pass overhead on the way back to nesting sites in the middle of Lake Natron a breeding place for all the Flamingos in East Africa. Flamingos breed in the small island in the middle of Lake Natron which has very high concentration of soda that no any animal can cross the lake to prey on Flamingos eggs or chicks. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 08: Lake Natron/Serengeti
We will hike across the Great Rift Valley Ridge and make our way to Lake Manyara. From Lake Manyara we will make our way to the border of Serengeti where we will start game driving (game view) to our overnight stay and dinner at Ndutu Safari Lodge/Similar.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 09: Serengeti National Park
Leave early in the morning for sunrise game drive when animals are very active grazing on the grasslands and the predators are busy hunting. We will spend the entire day game driving and following the migration of about 1.5 million Wildebeests together with half a million zebra and gazelle on their eternal search for water and greener pastures. This is one of the greatest natural spectacles on Earth. We will have a picnic lunch somewhere under an acacia tree. After lunch we will continue with game drive heading to our lodge which is located in the Seronera, an area rich with wildlife year round. Serengeti Serena is set discreetly high on a hill, offering magnificent view of the rolling unspoiled wilderness of the Serengeti plains. The theme of the lodge reflects a Maasai Village complete with Maasai Warriors. Each of the spacious Maasai huts with modern facilities has its own private verandah offering amazing views of the vast Serengeti plains below, home to the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth. Dinner and Overnight stay at Serengeti Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 10: Serengeti National Park
Today we will leave the short grass plains of the Seronera area and make our way towards the west which is Acacia Savannah and wooded grasslands. We will spend the entire day game driving on the western side and alongside the Gurumet River where will see the biggest Crocodiles in Africa. In the evening we will return to the same overnight lodge to enjoy the spectacular view of sunset on the Serengeti plains with wildlife by the swimming pool.
Dinner and Overnight stay at Serengeti Sopa Lodge/Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 11: Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
We leave after breakfast for Ngorongoro Conservation Area while game viewing on the way. We will make our way to Olduvai Gorge, site of Louis and Mary Leakey's famous discoveries of Man's ancient ancestor, the Zinjanthropus Bosei. After the tour of the site and museum we will take our lunch, and then Proceed with the drive to our overnight lodge built on the rim of Ngorongoro crater. Ngorongoro Serena lodge exists in perfect harmony with the natural environment. Awarded the green globe, the plant and ivy-covered stone camouflaged lodge has elegant rooms ornately decorated with local materials. Most of the rooms have a private terrace offering incredible views of the vast conservation area inhabited by the Maasai tribe as well as an abundant variety of wildlife and birdlife. Dinner and Overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 12: Ngorongoro Crater
We will wake up early in the morning and driving down the Ngorongoro crater. We will spend full day exploring the Ngorongoro crater which is a World Heritage Site, home to nearly 25,000 animals, giving you a very real chance of spotting the big five: lion, elephant, endangered black rhino, buffalo and leopard plus countless other African mammal species. Witness the magnificent array of habitats, each with its own unique wildlife and flora. Take time out to stretch your legs and enjoy a picnic lunch at Ngoitokitok Springs watching the hippos jostle for position in the water. After lunch we will proceed with game drive until sunset. Dinner and Overnight stay at Plantation Lodge/Farm house in Karatu.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 13: Karatu - Lake Eyasi
We will leave after breakfast and head out towards Lake Eyasi to visit the Hadzabe, an ancient hunter - gatherer tribe who live in relative isolation and continue to follow their ancient traditional ways of living. These pygmy-like people assumed is the direct descendant of early human beings dating 3 million years ago, live around Lake Eyasi situated within the Great East African Rift Valley. Should time permit, we will spend some time with the Datoga tribe. In the evening, we will drive to our lodge a lovely Kisima ngeda Tented lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY14: Lake Eyasi - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast we will leave for Lake Manyara National Park nestling at the foot of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. We will spend the day game driving in the park and along the lake which attracts large flocks of flamingos that, when viewed from far away, form a pink mantle over the lake. Elsewhere in the park there is a surprising diversity of habitats from open grasslands to hot water springs, river forest and swamps to rocky outcrops. The habitat supports a fantastic array of wildlife and a magnificent birdlife numbering over 400 species. In addition to flamingos, the park is known for its large and boisterous hippo population, populous groups of baboons, and several herds of elephant, whose tempers can be a little short as a result of the years of poaching that decimated their number. Another phenomenon distinct to Lake Manyara is the occasional spotting of lions on acacia trees. Suggestions for this behavior include escaping the land heat by catching the air breeze, avoiding the flies or, more likely, to escape the disturbance from the elephant and buffalo herds. Dinner and Overnight stay at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge/Eunoto Masai Lodge.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

DAY 15: Mto wa Mbu /Arusha /Depart
We will leave after breakfast and drive down through the small town of Mto wa Mbu very famous for its fertile volcanic soil and diverse cultures. We will stop at few curio and souvenirs shops which are beautifully decorated and full of high authentic artworks, sculptures, antiques, fabrics and textiles from Tanzania. We will stop at Meserani Snake Park for lunch and to take a tour where you will see all the East African snakes. After lunch we will proceed with our drive to Arusha. We will arrive in Arusha early in the evening, where we will have a day room for you to take shower, freshen up and have dinner before you depart to JRO for your flight back home.
Meal Plan: {B, L, D}   

END OF SAFARI

INCLUSIVE SAFARI COST:
Transportation in tourist 4 x 4 wheel drive Tanzania safari vehicles with VHF Radio communication and pop-up roof for easy viewing and Photographing, Full board Accommodation on Safari, All Park entrance fees, Accommodation in Arusha, services of English speaking skilled and experienced driver/guide, extensive Game Drives in the National Parks, Arusha JRO Airport Transfer, And other language speaking Driver’s Guide of your request.

EXCLUSIVE SAFARI COSTING:
Visa, Alcoholic drinks, Flying Doctor’s, beverages, Airport departure Tax, tips or Gratitude, Laundry, Personal Toiletries, international flights, personal & baggage insurance, Optional activities, items of personal nature etc.

NOTE:
Crater Lodge and Permanent Tented Camp is booked at extra cost by special request.