Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Arusha
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu
Day 3: Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu
Day 4: Karatu – Arusha Airport – Zanzibar (Stone Town Tour)
Day 5: Zanzibar Beach Day
Day 6: Spice Tour, Jozani Forest, Sunset Dhow Cruise
Day 7: Departure from Zanzibar
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
- Arrival: Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Transfer: Meet and greet with our representative for a private transfer to Under The Shade Safari Lodge (Visit Website)
- Activities: Relax at the lodge and enjoy the surrounding scenery or unwind at the pool.
- Meals: Dinner at the lodge
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Karatu
- Morning: After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch.
- Activities: Game viewing and exploration of the park’s diverse wildlife and iconic baobab trees.
- Lunch: Picnic lunch at Tarangire National Park picnic site.
- Afternoon: Game drive en route to Karatu.
- Evening: Overnight at Hhando Coffee Lodge (Visit Website) or similar.
- Meals: Dinner at the lodge
About Tarangire National Park:
Known for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife, Tarangire is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Wildlife includes lions, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and a wide variety of bird species.
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Karatu
- Morning: Early breakfast, then drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with lunch boxes. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive.
- Lunch: Picnic at the Ngorongoro Crater picnic site.
- Afternoon: Continue game viewing, then ascend to the crater rim and return to Karatu.
- Evening: Overnight at Hhando Coffee Lodge or similar.
- Meals: Dinner at the lodge
About Ngorongoro Crater:
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world. It is home to a rich ecosystem, including lions, elephants, hippos, and a variety of bird species.
Day 4: Karatu – Arusha Airport – Zanzibar
- Morning: Breakfast at the lodge, then transfer to Arusha Airport.
- Lunch: Early lunch at Arusha Cultural Heritage Center.
- Flight: Depart for Zanzibar at 1:00 PM, arriving at 2:15 PM.
- Stone Town Tour: Meet our representative at Zanzibar Airport for a guided tour of Stone Town.
- Evening: Transfer to Sultan Sands Resort (Visit Website).
- Meals: Dinner at the resort
Day 5: Zanzibar Beach Day
- Activities: Full day at leisure. Relax on the beach or participate in water sports such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and kite surfing at Kiwengwa Beach.
- Optional: Enjoy a spa treatment at the resort’s wellness center.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the resort
Day 6: Spice Tour, Jozani Forest & Sunset Dhow Cruise
- Morning: Visit Jozani Forest to see the famous red colobus monkeys.
- Midday: Explore Zanzibar’s famous spice plantations with a guided Spice Tour.
- Lunch: Local lunch at a traditional restaurant.
- Afternoon: Return to Sultan Sands Resort for a short rest.
- Evening: Enjoy a relaxing Sunset Dhow Cruise.
- Meals: Dinner at the resort
Day 7: Departure from Zanzibar
- Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast by the beach.
- Transfer: Private transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for departure.
Quotation – Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
- Transfers, accommodation, and meals as indicated
- Park entry fees and game drives as mentioned
- Stone Town Tour, Spice Tour, Jozani Forest Tour, and Sunset Dhow Cruise
- Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
- All government taxes
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Tips and gratuities for drivers/guides
- Items of personal nature
Safari Jeep and Amenities
- Vehicle: 4×4 Land Cruiser Safari Jeep (max 6 passengers for comfort)
- Seating: Window seats for all passengers
- Amenities: Charging system for electronic devices, mini fridge for chilled drinks, spacious luggage area
