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Insights into Tanzania

"Insights into Tanzania's national parks" "Arusha National Park - Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park" from 2.290,- $ USD p.p. 5 days / 4 nights private safari for 2 people from/to Arusha/Kilimanjaro

This exclusive comfortable taster safari for Africa and Tanzania beginners gives a little insight into three dreamlike national parks with its extraordinary biodiversity. You visit the mostly underestimated Arusha National Park with a view of the highest mountain in Africa, the 5,895m high "Kilimanjaro". The magnificent Tarangire National Park, known for its impressive baobab trees and Lake Manyara National Park, home to the “Tree Lions”, are also visited.

This is an example of an already planned safari - of course we are happy to put together your own personal and individual trip!
Tag 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania - Arusha

Individual arrival in dreamlike Tanzania at Kilimanjaro International Airport. With a little luck you can take a look at the 5,895m high Kilimanjaro "Roof of Africa" while approaching Arusha. After completing the customs and entry formalities, your personal guide (driver guide Malley Simon Gwandu / German-speaking) will welcome you with refreshments at Kilimanjaro Airport. Transfer to Arusha, the "Safari capital of Tanzania" to your hotel and time to recover from your arrival. Upon request, your personal guide will be happy to show you the sights such as the local market and other authentic souvenir opportunities. Meals (D) and overnight at Villa Maua (Boutique Hotel)

Drive with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro
Entrance to the Arusha National Park
Tag 2: Arusha - Arusha National Park

After breakfast and a short safari briefing, we drive with packed lunches to a safari in the Arusha National Park. The Arusha National Park lies beautifully between the summit of Mt. Meru (4,565 m second highest mountain in Tanzania) and Kilimanjaro 5,895 m with an area of ??300 km². The park attracts with its landscape forms and a diverse flora and fauna and is one of the most beautiful and varied nature reserves in Tanzania.

On our day safari we will visit some spectacular viewpoints with a beautiful view of Kilimanjaro and impressive waterfalls and drive through the symbol of the park the "Fig Tree Arch" a strangled fig tree. We drive to the Ngurdoto crater and through the Momella area, which is particularly attractive from October to April, when the migratory birds overwinter with another 400 species of bird and observe the striking mantled monkeys with their long tails that can only be found in the Arusha National Park. The Arusha National Park is known for the white hunter "Margarete Trappe" filmed in "Beyond Africa". "Hatari" was filmed in the park in 1959 with John Wayne and Hardy Krüger. The German film actor "Hardy Krüger" bought a farm after filming and ran it for 10 years. Meals (B, L/L, D = FB) and accommodation in Villa Maua (Boutique Hotel)

The symbol of the park the "Fig Tree Arch"
Massai-Giraffes in the Mormella area
Tag 3: Arusha - Tarangire National Park - Karatu

After an extensive breakfast we drive to a day safari in the Tarangire National Park. The heart of the park is the Tarangire River, which also forms the landscape of the large park. We will have our natural lunch in the national park, followed by an afternoon game drive. Tarangire is a park with a breathtaking landscape in which ancient baobabs tower above the largest herds of elephants in Africa. Tarangire National Park is famous for the dramatic interaction between predators and prey in one of the park's water holes. Elephants, eland, oryx, impala, lesser kudus and many other species can be seen in the park. (Driving time from Arusha approx. 2 hours to the park entrance) Meals (B, L/L, A = FB) and accommodation in Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge (Luxury)

Marabou in the Tarangire Nationalpark
Zebras in the Tarangire Nationalpark
Tag 4: Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park - Karatu

After a hearty breakfast, continue with a packed lunch on tours in Lake Manyara National Park, the bird paradise of East Africa. Lake Manyara is a mineral lake located in the Rift Valley. Manyara National Park is home to the so-called "Tree Lions". In addition to the diverse landscapes such as jungle, swamp and savannah, there are also a variety of animals, including buffalos, warthogs, zebras, elephants, impalas, hippos and about 350 different species of birds such as flamingos. (Travel time Tarangire to Lake Manyara approx. 1h 30min) Meals (B, L/L, D = FB) and accommodation in Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge (Luxury) (On request, a visit to our social project - infirmary in Karatu is possible)

Street in Karatu
Entrance to Lake Manyara National Park
Tag 5: Karatu - Arusha - Flight to your individual extension in Zanzibar

After a rich breakfast (B), it's time to say goodbye. We accompany you from Karatu to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight home or for your individual safari extension with unforgettable impressions and countless stories in your luggage.

Included services:

  • Accommodation (double room) and meals according to the travel plan (B = breakfast, L = lunch / L = lunch box, D = dinner≙ FB/full board)
  • Ground transport in a 6-seater 4x4 safari vehicle with German speakers
  • Driver guide (including fuel, tax, insurance, unlimited mileage and luggage, etc.)
  • Game drives and all parking fees
  • VAT (taxes and duties)
  • Medical emergency kit (first aid)
  • Pickup and greeting services
  • Tourism Development Levy (currently US $ 1.50 per person per night)
  • Chilled drinking water during the safari tour
  • Anticipation package: This includes a high-quality travel guide per person / adult and additional information material and small surprises to shorten the time.
  • High quality real leather luggage tags and luggage stickers
  • Silver membership for your travel period with the AMREF (Flying Doctor Insurance / Emergency Evacuation) Valid in the areas of Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar.

Services not included:

  • Visa US $ 50 per person (to be paid in cash upon arrival!)
  • For international departures from Zanzibar, an exit tax of US $ 50 per person applies (to be paid in cash on site).
  • Vaccinations and personal insurance
  • International flights and departure taxes
  • Optional activities and excursions
  • Drinks, tips, laundry and other personal expenses
  • Tips for the guide (driver guide) US $ 20 per person per day
  • Medical, travel and luggage insurance
  • Other services that are not explicitly mentioned under “included services”
  • added extras such as Balloon safari, Olduvai gorge and much more (on request, can be booked on site)
  • We also recommend taking out foreign health insurance with / and return transport insurance and a yellow fever vaccination.

Our tip: Extend after your exciting trip with one of our fantastic Tanzania safari tours or short safaris. Visit the chimpanzees in the Gombe Stream National Park on the picturesque Lake Tanganyika or how about the world-famous "Mbozi meteorite" in Mbeya or the most unusual rock paintings by Kondoa. We are happy to assist you with the desired extensions and the selection of accommodations.

Our individual and personal travel planning is a non-binding offer and is based on our contractual terms. With regard to the statutory exclusion period for the assertion of claims, the limitation period for claims and other obligations to avoid loss of claims, we refer to the relevant passages of our contractual terms. We reserve the right to travel to equivalent hotels / lodges / camps due to local changes. adapt

Accommodation

Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge / Karatu

Opened in July 2019, the Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge is run by the well-known Bougainvillea Group and is located between Karatu and the Rhotia area. The luxurious Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge is located near the park entrance to the Ngorongoro Crater and has 26 spacious cottages with high-quality furnishings and private verandas, beautiful fireplaces, indoor and outdoor showers or free-standing bathtubs. The perfect place to rest and relax after an eventful and exciting safari in Tanzania.
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Villa Maua / Arusha

The dreamlike boutique Villa Maua is located in the green heart of Arusha. The charming residence offers a lot of privacy and impresses with its unusual ambience and its stylish furnishings with great attention to detail paired with a touch of Africa. The enchanting villa is an oasis of calm and is one of the most beautiful accommodation options in Arusha. You will feel the cozy atmosphere and the attentive service at the warm welcome in this extraordinary accommodation.
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