Majestic Tanzania(8 Days)

• See Mt. Kilimanjaro 
• Explore Arusha National Park

After breakfast we’ll drive to the view spot to see the tallest Mountain in all of Africa.  Standing at 19,341 ft (5,895 m), Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest LONE MOUNTAIN in the world (not in a chain). I often joke that we haven’t seen any dwarves or dragons here yet though 😉  After some amazing photos and views, we’ll drive to Arusha National Park (over an hour away) where we’ll have our first official Safari. 

Arusha National Park is located on the foothills of Mount Meru making it a treasure of wildlife and changing scenery.  First we’ll be in a deep jungle home to blue monkeys, colorful turacos, trogons, and the white & black colobus monkeys. In the north the scenery changes to rolling hills and the tranquil Momela lake. Bright pink flamingos migrate here and there are usually herds of zebra and giraffes nearby.  Though this is particular park does not have elephants and lions, the scenery and the many other animals make it a must! 

• Two days in Tarangire National Park
• Go on a Night Safari 

On one of the evenings, we’ll head out on a Night Safari where you’ll be able to see the animals that ONLY come out at night – aardvarks, badgers, civets, etc. Plus, the animals that are less elusive during the nighttime hours, like rhinos. This is not usually available and this is one of the most perfect parks for this because of all the wildlife concentrated here and the lake. (Please make sure you bring a jacket or packable down and a warm hat.  It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, it can get cold and night and we’ll be in an open vehicle during this safari).

• Explore the Ngorongoro Crater

• Drive to Serengeti
• Olduwai Gorge “Cradle of Mankind”
• SAFARI Serengeti National Park 

Soon after we’ll reach the gates of the Serengeti where we’ll enter the world of The Lion King and the Great Migration wildebeest crossings featured on National Geographic. These two days we’ll be immersed in the untamed beauty of this iconic landscape. It’s a haven for wildlife, offering opportunities to observe nature at its most authentic. Each day, we’ll set out in search of the Big 5 and watch the diverse array of animals along the way. Keep your camera ready as we search the savannah for lions, leopards, and cheetahs. We’ll marvel at towering giraffes grazing the treetops and magnificent elephants roaming the plains. We’ll see the hippos and crocodiles laze about in the rivers. And, we’ll add zebras, baboons, mongooses, hyenas, and a myriad of other amazing creatures to our scouting list. Our safaris are not just about spotting wildlife; they’re about experiencing the heartbeat of Africa. It’s about connecting with the wild, feeling the pulse of the earth, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Every moment is filled with wonder!

• Fly back home
  OR
• Fly to Zanzibar for your island add-on 
• Relax on the beach

Today we will all be flying out of the Serengeti.  You will either be flying back to Arusha/Kilimanjaro airport, then home OR you’ll be continuing on with us for a 5 day/4 night relaxation and adventure trip to the crystal clear turquoise waters and pristine white sand beaches of Zanzibar island!

Large planes are NOT allowed into the Serengeti so all planes in and out are small. Because the planes are small, there will be a luggage weight limit and a bag limit when flying – so when you’re at home packing for this trip, keep this in mind!  However, you can purchase extra weight if needed. (We’ll give you the exact info with your welcome packet.)

• Island with Giant Tortoises
• Snorkel
• Afternoon relax
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• Morning relax
• Spice Farm
• UNESCO Stone Town
• Zanzibar hot Street Food

Day 9 is a water day.  In the morning, we’ll visit the island with giant tortoises (some upwards of 200 years old!), then we’ll snorkel off the coast of the island.  The rest of the day is yours to or you to sleep, relax, read, soak up the sun, swim on your own – do whatever you wish. 

Day 10 The morning is yours. In the afternoon, we’ll go visit a spice farm to see how various spices in the world are grown,  We’ll then take a tour of the UNESCO Stone Town to learn about it’s history and culture.  For a time, it was the largest slave port in all of East Africa. In the evening we’ll try some of the authentic Zanzibar street food – just make sure what you eat is cooked and hot! 

• Cheetah’s Rock (animal sanctuary)

Today we’re going to visit Cheetah’s Rock animal sanctuary – a LEGAL, ZIPA accredited and CITES recognized rescue and conservation center.  It is a unique, and very special place where people and animals interact directly – face to face, eye to eye, fur to skin. This will be a magical and memorable experience!  Just like us, many animals thrive on touch, cuddles, and interaction. 

There’s a swim with the otters (optional) in the morning at 9am followed by lunch and then 4 hours of interaction with the rest of the wild animals at Cheetah’s rock. You’ll be able to feel the fur of a cheetah, the breath of lions, feed lemurs, zebras and more! This is truly the perfect way to spend your last day with us and on your Tanzanian adventure of a lifetime! 

• Fly Dar es Salaam International Airport (fly out in the evening)
• Fly Home