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Bush to Beach – Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Escape 

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Discover Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar in  one unforgettable journey 

DAY 1: ARRIVAL AT KILIMANJARO AIRPORT (JRO) 

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your  professional driver-guide just outside the arrival’s terminal, holding a personalized sign for easy  identification. After a friendly greeting, you will receive a short safari briefing covering your upcoming  journey, travel tips, and what to expect in the days ahead. Enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner and an  overnight stay at  www.kutokalodges.com 

KUTOKA LODGE  

DAY 2: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK 

After breakfast, followed by a picnic lunch, to Lake Manyara National Park. This impressive park  is one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife reserves. Its serene and remarkable beauty is a  major draw, with lions, elephants, and if you’re lucky enough you might see tree-climbing lions  that can be observed up close. Lake Manyara is an alkaline lake that, at certain times of the year,  is home to thousands of flamingos and a wide variety of other birds. Dinner and overnight stay  at Octagon Lodge. www.octagonlodge.com

OCTAGON LODGE 

Day 3: NGORONGORO CRATER – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK 

After breakfast, we descend into this magnificent crater for a game drive with a picnic lunch. The  Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s most densely populated wildlife reserves, home to  approximately 30,000 animals, including some of Tanzania’s last black rhinos. At 8,300 km², the  Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest volcanic caldera and arguably the most spectacular.

Later in the day, we travel to the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti House of  Nature, https://serengetihouseofnature.com/ 

SERENGETI HOUSE OF NATURE

DAY 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

Early departure after breakfast, followed by a safari in Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch.  In the heart of wild Africa, Serengeti National Park offers endless plains stretching as far as the  eye can see. We will head towards the central area of the park, called Seronera, one of the richest  wildlife habitats in the Serengeti. The Seronera River, a precious source of water, attracts wildlife  representing most of the species found in the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti  House of Nature. https://serengetihouseofnature.com/ 

SERENGETI HOUSE OF NATURE 

DAY 5: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TO -TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

After an early breakfast, you will depart from the Ngorongoro area and begin your scenic journey toward  Tarangire National Park, carrying a picnic lunch to enjoy during the day. The drive takes you through  picturesque Maasai landscapes, dotted with traditional villages, open plains, and grazing livestock offering  a glimpse into local culture along the way.The landscape here is uniquely characterized by gently rolling  hills, vast savannahs, and iconic ancient baobab trees some of the largest on the continent alongside  dense acacia woodlands and expansive wetlands that attract a diverse array of birdlife and wildlife  species. In the evening, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and share stories of the day’s sightings under the  African sky, at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, www.sangaiwe.com 

SANGAIWE TENTED LODGE SANGAIWE TENTED LODGE 

DAY 6: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – DEPARTURE FOR ZANZIBAR 

Early morning wake-up. After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park with a  picnic lunch. You will observe wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals,  as well as birds. At the end of the day, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Dinner  and overnight stay at the Dhow Palace Hotel (https://dhowpalace.tz-zanzibar.com/) . 

THE PRICE INCLUDES: 

  1. Airport transfers 
  2. Private 4×4 transportation during the safari. Fully equipped vehicle with unlimited mileage  during the safaris included in the itinerary. The vehicle features a sunroof providing shade and a  360° panoramic view for optimal wildlife observation and exceptional photography.
  3. Accommodation and meals as described in the itinerary. (Extras:snacks, coffee, and picnic  basket for special occasions) 
  4. National Park entrance fees 
  5. Crater access fees 
  6. Private safari 
  7. bottle of mineral water during the safari 
  8. Domestic flights (Round Trip) 
  9. English-speaking guide 

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: 

  1. Tanzanian visa 
  2. International flights 
  3. Gratuity for the driver-guide 
  4. Personal expenses (drinks not included in the meal plan, personal purchases, laundry, etc.) 

ZANZIBAR BEACH SAFARI 

DAY 6: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – DEPARTURE FOR ZANZIBAR

Arrival at Zanzibar Airport, then transfer to the Dhow Palace Hotel for the night at Dhow palace.  https://dhowpalace.zanzibar-hotels.net/en/ 

DAY 7: 

Visit to Stone Town and Prison Island. Dinner and overnight stay at the Dhow Palace Hotel.  https://dhowpalace.zanzibar-hotels.net/en/ 

DAY 8: 

Morning transfer to the north (Nungwi) for the Blue Safari. Dinner and overnightstay at Amaan  Beach Bungalow. https://amaanbungalows.tz-zanzibar.com/ 

DAY 9: DEPARTURE

After breakfast, transfer from Amaan Beach Bungalow to the airport for your departure. 

PRICE INCLUDES: 

1: Round-trip airport transfers  

2: Breakfast only 

3: Accommodation as described in the itinerary 

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: 

1: International flights 

2: Anything not mentioned in the itinerary  

3: Zanzibar visa and insurance 

4: Gratuities and gifts

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