Inclusions

Mandatory Travel Insurance:
Starting October 1, 2024, the government of Zanzibar requires all tourists to obtain mandatory travel insurance.

• Price: Starting from $44 per person

Hotel Accommodations:
Includes daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Hotel Stays:

• 1 night in Arusha at Gran Melia
• 2 nights in Serengeti at Melia Serengeti Lodge
• 1 night in Ngorongoro at Ngorongoro Retreat Lodge
• 1 night in Zanzibar (Stone Town) at Tembo House
• 3 nights in Zanzibar (Beach Resort) at Le Mersenne Zanzibar

Transportation:

• Group pick-up and drop-off from the airport according to shared group timings
• Domestic flight from Arusha to Serengeti
• Domestic flight from Ngorongoro to Zanzibar
• Group tours and transfers in Jeeps (4-6 guests per vehicle)

Guided Tours:

• Includes professional guides, entrance fees, and transportation
• Full-day game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro
• Tours in Zanzibar (Prison Island, Spice Tour, and Stone Town Tour)

Meals:

• Full board: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included throughout the trip
• Drinks included during your stay in Zanzibar Beach Resort

Exclusions

• International airfare
• Visa fees and processing, if required
• Optional tours and excursions
• Gratuities for guides and drivers (suggested $10 per person per day)
• Personal expenses (e.g., beverages not included in full board, laundry, and spa treatments)
• Additional activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, or water skiing

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be greeted by our airport representative outside the customs hall. After a warm welcome, you’ll be escorted to your vehicle for a short transfer, approximately 45 minutes, to your hotel in Arusha. Check in and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, either relaxing at the hotel or exploring the surroundings. Dinner will be served at the hotel as you settle in for a restful night.

Accomodations: Gran Melia Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Serengeti National Park

Begin your day with an early breakfast before boarding a scheduled morning flight from Arusha to Serengeti, departing at 08:30 a.m. and arriving at 11:00 a.m. Upon landing, meet your experienced safari guide and embark on an exciting game drive en route to the lodge. Traverse the stunning Serengeti landscape and catch your first glimpse of the iconic wildlife.

After reaching the lodge, check in and enjoy a delectable dinner, reflecting on your first thrilling encounters with the Serengeti’s natural beauty.

Accomodations: Melia Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Serengeti National Park

Experience an unforgettable morning game drive along the shores of the Seronera River, searching for predators such as cheetahs, lions, and leopards. Marvel at the silhouette of giraffes on the horizon as you observe the natural behavior of the park’s wildlife.

The full day is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti, rich with diverse species and breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your safari adventure. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay under the Serengeti sky.

Accomodations: Melia Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch for an early morning drive to the Ngorongoro Crater. Stop at the Ngorongoro viewing area for breathtaking panoramic views of the caldera before descending into this natural wonder. Explore the crater, home to over 120 species of mammals, including the Big Five, as well as hyenas, jackals, and serval cats.

Enjoy a surreal picnic lunch by the hippo pool and spend the afternoon marveling at the incredible wildlife. Later, head to your lodge for a relaxing evening.

Accomodations: Ngorongoro Retreat Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Arrival in Zanzibar

Enjoy breakfast before departing for a morning drive to Arusha. Board a scheduled flight to Zanzibar, departing at 3:00 p.m. and arriving at 4:30 p.m. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Stone Town for check-in and a relaxing evening.

Accomodations: Spice Tree by Turaco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Zanzibar Activities

After breakfast, set out for a morning tour of Prison Island, followed by a fascinating spice tour. Learn about the origins, uses, and flavors of spices such as cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla, as well as medicinal and ornamental plants.

After lunch at the hotel, embark on a guided Stone Town tour, visiting the vibrant local market and historical sites like the old slave market and cathedral. In the late afternoon, transfer to your beach resort for a three-night stay.

Accomodations: Le Mersenne Zanzibar 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7-8: Zanzibar at Leisure

Spend your days relaxing on the beautiful beaches of Nungwi or enjoying a range of activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, or water skiing. Pamper yourself with spa treatments or unwind in the Jacuzzi, sauna, or steam bath at the resort.

Accomodations: Le Mersenne Zanzibar 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9: Zanzibar Departure

After breakfast, check out of your room by 12:00 p.m. You may store your luggage at the hotel reception and continue using the resort’s facilities until your departure time. A representative will meet you at the hotel reception for the transfer to Zanzibar Airport, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes away, ensuring a smooth journey for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast