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Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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Zanzibar and Game Parks
This tour takes you from Dar Es Salaam to Nairobi in 10 days.
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Current Price
US$ 990 Currency Converter + US$ 240 Local PaymentDuration
10 daysType
Camping TourAccommodation
CampingLocal Payment is a portion of your total tour cost which is paid locally to your Crew, in cash, at the beginning of your tour.Should you book this tour as a solo traveler and are happy to share a room, a single supplement may not apply (depending on availability). If you wish to have a room to yourself or can not be paired up with another same-sex traveler you would need to pay the single supplement. -
Tour Summary
This tour is packed with all the highlights. With Big Game viewing on offer its a wild life lovers dream come true. The landscapes in Tanzania are unforgettable as well as seeing Africa's highest mountain - and don't forget the Spice Island of Zanzibar!
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General Notes
Zanzibar accommodation and meals are for your own expense.
Your arrival transfer and pre-trip accommodation in a dorm bed is included in your trip price. Please advise flight details to book transfers - flight number, route, date and time.
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Tour Code
DN10-11
A day-by-day breakdown of what to expect and where you'll be staying.
Day 1, Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
An early ferry from Dar es Salaam takes us to this exotic "Spice Island", where we will spend the next few nights. Zanzibar is steeped in history which is reflected in the varied architecture of Stone Town while further north you can relax on the white sand beaches or scuba dive in the clear warm water.
Day 2 to 3, Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar offers a wealth of experiences for the visitor. The quiet streets of the old Stone Town still retain their Arabic influence. With pretty Medina-like shops, the palaces of the Sultans, its spices, tours around a spice plantation - there is something for everyone on this island. You can even hire a motorbike and explore the more remote areas of Zanzibar.
Day 4, Zanzibar Island to Dar es Salaam
We take the ferry back to mainland for another night in Dar es Salaam. Time permitting there may be an opportunity to visit one of the local craft markets offering a large range of exquisite products (where prices depend on your bargaining skills).
Day 5, Dar Es Salaam to Arusha
After passing through the bustling town of Moshi, (the base for Mount Kilimanjaro climbing expeditions) we arrive at Meserani on the outskirts of Arusha where you have the option of taking a 1 or 2 night tour of the Serengeti and/or Ngorongoro Crater. See if you can catch a glimpse of the biggest mountain in Africa which lives most of the year under cloud!
Day 6, Arusha to Serengeti National Park
From Arusha you have the option of visiting the famous Serengeti National Park. You will depart Arusha in the morning with your vehicles and guides, if you take up the two-night/three day option. From Arusha you drive through the Masai town of Mtu Wa Mbu (Mosquito River) and up into the Ngorongoro Nature Reserve for a glimpse of the Ngorongoro Crater. Then you descend down onto the vast plains of the Serengeti. The abundance of plains game has never stopped to suprise anyone entering this wildlife heaven. The afternoon will be spent game spotting before setting up camp in the midst of the park. A camp fire and the night time noises of the wildlife finish off a day in one of East Africa's most famous game parks!
Day 7, Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
An absolute 'must do' when in Tanzania. Pass through the 'Cradle of Mankind' and the Rift Valley whilst enjoying one of the best game viewing opportunities Africa has to offer. An early start takes us off for a full morning game drive in the Serengeti. We head back towards Ngorongoro where we sleep on the Crater's edge. We suggest you wear your winter woollies as it can get pretty cold on the rim of the crater during night times.
Day 8, Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Arusha
This morning we descend into the Ngorongoro Crater with its 600 metre walls. This Garden of Eden is 20-kilometre wide and a true natural wonder. The size of this caldera is only appreciated from the floor itself where the abundance of its animal inhabitants becomes apparent. It is home to nearly every species of African animal and offers great photo opportunities of most of East Africa's mammals, such as Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo, Lion, and plain's game. After spending the morning in the Ngorongoro Crater you will return to our overnight stop near Arusha for the night.
Day 9, Arusha to Namanga
After stopping in Arusha to restock our supplies and view the craft markets, we head for our camp just over the Kenyan Border.
Day 10, Namanga to Nairobi
The bustling, busy city of Nairobi awaits us today where some of our fellow travellers will leave us and others will join.
Meals included in your tour cost
7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners
There are 16 optional activities available on this trip.
Prices shown are approximate
- $75 Arusha Camel Rides
- $30 Dhow Fishing Trip - Zanzibar
- $10 Karen Blixen Museum
- $20 Langata Giraffe Centre Visit
- $70 Moped Hire - Zanzibar
- $65 Nairobi National Park
- $30 Nungwe Snorkel Trip
- $370 PADI Dive Course - Zanzibar
- $40 Prison Island Excursion
- $20 Prison Island Snorkelling Trip
- $450 Serengeti National Park Excursion
- $520 Serengeti National Park Hot Air Balloon Ride
- $10 Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Rhino Sanctuary
- $35 Stone Town City Tour
- $25 Stone Town Spice Tour
- $110 Swimming with Dolphins
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16 Feb 2012 |
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Route Info and Logistics
This tour goes through: Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar Island, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area & 1 other destination(s) in Africa.
Tour Detail
Crew: 3 crew (including cook)
Vehicle: Overland Truck
Available in Reverse 
This tour is also available in reverse. Click here to view details of the Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam tour
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