10 Day Tanzanian Game parks & Zanzibar
Dar Es Salaam to Nairobi
(Trip Code: DN10) Also in Reverse
Rate till 30 Sep 2008: R6 690 & Local payment US$180This trip starts in Dar Es Salaam and travels through Tanzania and finishes in Nairobi, Kenya.
Please note that this trip departs Dar Es Salaam on a Thursday, early morning. Should you wish to spend extra time there an earlier arrival should be planned and additional accommodation booked.
Pre Departure Meeting: Held at departure point at 5:00pm the day before your departure.
Departure Point: Kipepeo Campsite, Plot 4, Mjimwema, Kigamboni
Check In Time: 8:45amHIGHLIGHTS
Dar es Salaam - "Spice Island"
Zanzibar
Arusha
Mtu Wa Mbu (Mosquito River)
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro CraterITINERARY
DAY 1: Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
A ferry from Dar es Salaam takes us to the "Spice Island", where we will spend three nights on this legendary island. Zanzibar is steeped in history and was one of the major starting points for most East African explorers in their quest for new lands.
Please note: Our crew can organise accommodation for you whilst on Zanzibar, although from our experience our clients have felt the need to explore the island on their own. therefore accommodation and food is for client’s own account whilst on Zanzibar.
DAY 2 & 3: Zanzibar
History aside, Zanzibar offers a wealth of experiences for the visitor. Today the quiet streets of the old Stone Town still retain their Arabic influence, from the Medina-like shops to the palaces of the Sultans, who founded their vast empires on the spoils of the slave and ivory trade. The island is still famous for its spices, and tours around a spice plantation can be organised. Other options include a trip to the nearby Prison Island with its giant tortoises, and beautiful beaches to enjoy. Or perhaps you would enjoy the opportunity to hire a motorbike and explore the more remote areas of the island.
Zanzibar is a seafood lover’s paradise. Numerous restaurants offer a great variety of the freshest catch from the ocean - giant lobsters being a popular speciality. Alternatively, joining the locals for dinner in the waterfront market is an experience not to be missed. The market stalls offer an unusual selection of fast food African style at a very reasonable cost.
DAY 4: Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam
Leaving Zanzibar we take the ferry back to mainland for an overnight in Dar es Salaam. There may be an opportunity to visit one of the craft markets offering an extensive range of exquisite ebony products (where prices depend on your bargaining skills) and where the goods are made on-site. It is possible to observe the carvers at work and understand the skill, which has gone into making even the simplest trinket. (D)
DAY 5: Dar es Salaam to Arusha
From Dar es Salaam we travel through the countryside with its vast sisal plantations to Arusha. On the way we pass the Pare and Usambara Mountain ranges before driving through the town of Moshi, the base for Mt. Kilimanjaro climbing expeditions, and weather permitting, we may catch a glimpse of this magical mountain. (B,L,D)
DAY 6: Arusha to Serengeti National Park (optional Excursion)
Arusha is a pleasant town situated at the base of Mount Meru and is the starting point for the optional excursions to Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti. We conduct these excursions in locally operated 4WD vehicles, which are adapted for safari use. Depending on which option you choose, you will be away from the Arusha campsite for either one or two nights.
If you take up the two-night/three day option you will depart Arusha in the morning with your vehicles and guides. The drive to the Serengeti National Park takes us through the Masai town of Mtu Wa Mbu (Mosquito River) and up into the Ngorongoro Reserve for a glimpse of the Ngorongoro Crater before descending down onto the plains of the Serengeti. The abundance of plains game in this area is truly astounding. The afternoon will be spent game viewing before setting up camp in the midst of the national park. With some luck we will be able to listen to the nighttime noises of the wildlife! (B,L,D)
For those taking the one-night/two day option you will be collected from Arusha in the afternoon and transferred to the town of Karatu for the evening. (B,L,D).
DAY 7: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater After a full morning game drive in the Serengeti we will return to pull down camp and head back towards the Ngorongoro. Enroute we will have the option of a visit to Olduvai Gorge, known as the cradle of civilisation (time permitting), or a visit to a Masai village to learn a little more about these unique and intriguing people. From here we travel up to Ngorongoro craters edge for our campsite for the evening.
DAY 8: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater with its 600 metre walls and 20-kilometre width is a natural wonder, and offers a spectacular view from the rim. The true size of this caldera is only appreciated from the floor itself and the abundance of its animal inhabitants becomes apparent. It is home to nearly every species of African animal and offers a chance to view an incredible concentration of East African mammals, such as elephant, rhino, buffalo, hippo, lion, and plain’s game. After spending the full morning in the crater you will return to the campsite near Arusha for another night. Both optional excursions will follow the same schedule today. (B,L,D)
DAY 9: Arusha to Namanga
After a leisurely morning start and the chance to explore the snake exhibits at our campsite in Arusha we will take some time in Arusha for our last Tanzanian stop. Explore the craft markets in town or stop at the bakery for a local coffee. Lunch will be just outside town as we head the last 120kms north to the Tanzania / Kenya border town of Namanga. After competing formalities we will camp at Namanga on the Kenyan side of the border. (B,L,D)
DAY 10: Namanga to Nairobi
This morning we travel the final 180kms north to the capital city, Nairobi, arriving in the morning. On arrival in Nairobi, the truck will proceed to the Boulevard Hotel to allow passengers to disembark there, and will then drive to our campsite to finish the trip. (B)
Local Payment: US$180
Optional Excursions:
Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater option (3 day) US$340
Ngorongoro Crater option (1 day) US$200
Zanzibar Accommodation US$15p/p(Prices subject to change)
Please note: This itinerary should be used as a guide only and may vary from day to day depending on road conditions, weather, political situations, and group decisions. Due to new tourism laws in some of the countries we operate in there may be a truck and crew change during the trip. All prices & Local Payments are subject to change with prior notice.
Free Trip
Please note that when you book this trip you are entitled to receive a free 3 day Masai Mara Safari. The Local Payment is still applicable for the trip. This offer must be taken up when booking your main trip. Conditions apply.
2008 DATES
Tanzanian Game Tanzanian Game Parks & Zanzibar Parks & Zanzibar ND10 - South Bound DN10 - North Bound Price R 6 690 Price R 6 690 Local Payment U$180 Local Payment U$180 START FINISH START FINISH NBO DAR DAR NBO SUN TUE THU SAT 2-Mar-08 11-Mar-08 6-Mar-08 15-Mar-08 16-Mar-08 25-Mar-08 20-Mar-08 29-Mar-08 30-Mar-08 8-Apr-08 3-Apr-08 12-Apr-08 13-Apr-08 22-Apr-08 17-Apr-08 26-Apr-08 27-Apr-08 6-May-08 1-May-08 10-May-08 11-May-08 20-May-08 15-May-08 24-May-08 25-May-08 3-Jun-08 29-May-08 7-Jun-08 8-Jun-08 17-Jun-08 12-Jun-08 21-Jun-08 22-Jun-08 1-Jul-08 26-Jun-08 5-Jul-08 6-Jul-08 15-Jul-08 10-Jul-08 19-Jul-08 20-Jul-08 29-Jul-08 24-Jul-08 2-Aug-08
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