A truly unforgettable experience awaits you on this enchanting private safari tour, designed specifically for couples, families and small groups (2 people or more). This trip is the perfect fusion of an authentic safari adventure followed by a paradisiacal beach holiday in Zanzibar. You will spend the night in varied, extraordinary and luxurious accommodation that will make every moment a true pleasure. Your journey will take you through the wonders of Tarangire National Park, where majestic wildlife roams the golden savannah, and the mysterious Ngorongoro Crater, where wildlife stories have been enshrined for ages. Finally, you reach the legendary Serengeti, a place where the silence of the wilderness fills your thoughts. But the end of this unforgettable safari is also the beginning of a new dream. A direct flight will take you from the Serengeti to the north-east coast of Zanzibar, where the fine, powder-white sandy beaches of Kiwengwa await.
Individual travel and arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport “Karibu Tanzania” – Welcome to Tanzania. After completing the customs and immigration formalities (application for the visa for US$ 50, can be done online in advance), you will be warmly welcomed at Kilimanjaro Airport with refreshments by your personal guide (driver guide Malley Simon Gwandu//English speaking). Transfer to Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania, to your booked hotel and time to recover from the journey. On the drive (approx. 1 hour) to your booked accommodation, you can get your first impressions of the surroundings and its inhabitants of fascinating Tanzania. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax at the beautiful swimming pool of one of Arusha's most exclusive hotels. Enjoy the spectacular views of Tanzania's second highest mountain, the 4,566 m high Mount Meru, from the wonderful roof terrace of the Gran Meliá Arusha with a cocktail. Meal: (B) Breakfast the next day and overnight at Gran Meliá Arusha (5* star/luxury)
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The historic Clock Tower in ArushaAfter a hearty breakfast we drive to Tarangire National Park and will go on our first game drives and experience another day of wildlife watching. You can look forward to animal observations with elephants, zebras, giraffes, warthogs (pumba) and various antelope species. Tarangire National Park is one of the most popular and beautiful national parks in Tanzania. The heart of the park is the Tarangire River, which also forms the landscape with swamps and extensive tree savannas of the large park (2,600 square meters the size of Luxembourg). Tarangire National Park is known for its abundance of the typical and impressive African baobab trees (Adansonia) and for the dramatic interaction between predators and prey on the riverside watercourses of Tarangire National Park with its own small-scale migration of wildlife within the park.
Elephants, eland, oryx, lesser kudu and many other animal species can be observed in Tarangire National Park. Another special feature of the national park are the tree-climbing pythons and the over 400 species of birds such as the widespread hornbill, partridges, pelicans, eagles, vultures and various species of herons. Due to the high animal population all year round, there are also a large number of lions here, which makes an encounter very likely. We spend the night directly and close to nature in the Tarangire National Park in the wonderful Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge with its unique location. (Travel time day 2 approx. 3 hours/210 km) Meals (FB) and accommodation at the Tarangire Kuro Treetops Lodge
Herd of elephants in Tarangire National ParkAfter breakfast we will go on a game drive and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area via the village of Mto Wa Mbu (means: The Mosquito River) where we will taste the unique “Red Bananas” with their sweet and delicate taste. We have time and if we wish we can buy typical Tanzanian souvenirs such as the colorful Tinga Tinga pictures and kangans and much more.
We drive through Karatu into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and over the 600 meter high crater rim of the 1,700 high Ngorongoro Crater, also known as the eighth wonder of the world. We stop at the crater viewpoint and you can take a look inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site and reach the stylish Ngorongoro Lions Paw Camp, located high on the eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, for dinner. Meals (FB) and accommodation at Ngorongoro Lions Paw Camp
African sunset at Tarangire River
Breathtaking view of the Ngorongoro CraterAfter breakfast we start our spectacular day safari on the serpentines over the crater rim down to the crater floor. We will spend the whole day on a game drive in the crater, which represents its own microcosm with its landscape.
You will explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is also known as the world's “Noah's Ark” with its estimated 30,000 wild animals, the lake area with its numerous flamingos and the open savannah where large herds of wildebeest can regularly be found and where lions hunt for food and is home to the rare black rhinoceros. We try to get very close to the rare species. The picnic lunch is served close to nature directly in the crater with a view of the hippos. An unforgettable and unique experience. Meals (FB) and accommodation at the Ngorongoro Lions Paw Camp
Rare black rhinos in Ngorongoro CraterAfter breakfast, the next highlight of your safari tour through Tanzania awaits you. On the way to the Serengeti, a short photo stop at the tomb of the famous Professor Bernhard Grzimek and his son Michael. (Founder of the Frankfurt Zoo and savior of the Serengeti with the Oscar-winning film “The Serengeti must not die”).
We continue over the crater rim through the Maasai region past the Olduvai Gorge “Cradle of Humanity” (optional) to the Serengeti park entrance. The Serengeti with its vast plains and constant migration of animals, this name inspires the imagination and invites the visitor to dream. Enjoy the game drive on the way to your booked lodge in the middle of the Serengeti and further days in the Serengeti National Park.
In order to spend a lot of time in the Serengeti observing various animals, we will probably take our lunch with us as packed lunches and eat them close to nature in the Serengeti National Park.
The Serengeti National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981 and offers daily opportunities to discover the impressive flora and fauna of Tanzania - including the "Big Five" such as elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard - after an exciting safari Campfire with a glass of wine or a gin and tonic under the crystal clear starry sky for wildly romantic moments in the heart of Africa. Meals (FB) and accommodation at Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Gravestone of Prof. Grzimek and son Michael
Park entrance to Serengeti National ParkToday and the following day we will go on extensive game drives in the breathtaking Serengeti with its endless expanses and the impressive landscape with acacia trees and granite kopjes. We will take our picnic with us and spend the whole day on game drives in the wonderful Serengeti National Park.
Your experienced guide knows the landscape and the preferred areas of the wild animals. Discover and experience hunting scenes of big cats such as leopards, lions and cheetahs and observe the numerous herds of blue wildebeest and zebras. We meet the numerous eland antelopes, Grant's gazelles, impalas, lyre antelopes, hartshorn antelopes, buffaloes, warthogs, spotted hyenas, giraffes, ostriches and jackals as well as the serval and genet and many other wild animals.
Experience the dramatic interactions of wild animals and enjoy the impressive soundscape and the fascinating savannah landscape in the Serengeti. Meals (FB) and accommodation at Meliá Serengeti Lodge
As an additional highlight, there is the option of a balloon safari in the Serengeti on day 7 or 8 for an additional charge (for US$ 599 per person) - an unforgettable adventure. The pick-up takes place at the camp at around 4:00 a.m. and ends after a stylish champagne breakfast in the middle of the Serengeti at around 10:00 a.m. You will then be picked up for further game drives in the Serengeti. Ideally, it should be booked in advance to ensure safe participation.
A balloon safari in the Serengeti will be unforgettable for a lifetime.After breakfast, a short game drive and transfer to Seronera Airstrip for the afternoon flight to the spice island of Zanzibar. During your flight over the Serengeti you will have another wonderful bird's eye view of this unique natural wonder.
Leopard hunting for prey in acacia tree in SerengetiAfter arriving in Zanzibar at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, you will be picked up and transferred (approx. 45 minutes) to the luxurious Meliá Zanzibar (5*) on the northern east coast on the beautiful sandy beach of Kiwengwa, which is known for the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar. A beach holiday in Paradis awaits you. Enjoy the attentive and friendly service and large selection of international and national dishes and fish specialties from the Indian Ocean. Overnight stay in Meliá Zanzibar with (AI/5*) all inclusive service see hotel description – double room garden view (other room categories can be booked on request)
Fantastic sandy beach in Kiwengwa
Meliá Zanzibar with a fish restaurant on the seaEnjoy your time and amenities at the luxurious Meliá Zanzibar on the northern east coast of Kiwengwa. The hotel's location is breathtaking, right on the turquoise Indian Ocean and surrounded by lush gardens. The resort is perfect for discerning travelers looking for relaxation, tranquility, luxury and beauty. The beautiful white sandy beach of Meliá Zanzibar is a true paradise for anyone who longs for a relaxed and unspoiled environment.
The fine white beach stretches over 300 meters along the tranquil coast and is surrounded by the crystal clear Indian Ocean and offers breathtaking views of the azure waters and the surrounding countryside, surrounded by shady palm trees and lush tropical gardens. There is enough space for sunbathing or taking long walks on the beach.
It is also possible to book various excursions (at an additional cost) at the hotel. How about a visit to the historic old town of Stone Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) or a spice tour and much more. We would be happy to advise you on the various options. Overnight stay in Meliá Zanzibar with (AI/5*) all inclusive service see hotel description – double room garden view (other room categories can be booked on request)
The gate leads to paradiseUnfortunately, today it's time to say goodbye to the paradise on Zanzibar and the unique adventure of Tanzania. Enjoy a late and extensive breakfast and take another swim in the beautiful swimming pool. In the early afternoon you will be privately transferred to the airport in Zanzibar for your return flight with unforgettable impressions and countless stories in your luggage. We look forward to seeing you again on one of the numerous routes where there is still a lot to discover in fascinating Tanzania. Kwaheri Tanzania!
Nice Pool im Meliá Zanzibar
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)Our tip: After your exciting safari tour in Tanzania, extend your trip and spend two additional nights in Stone Town in the old town of Zanzibar (UNSESCO World Heritage Site since 2000) and let yourself be seduced by this historical environment with its exotic smells and colors and immerse yourself , into the magic of 1,001 Nights. Meet the stone witnesses of a bygone era in the labyrinth of alleys of the picturesque oriental city. We recommend the traditional Zanzibar Serena Hotel, which still exudes the charm of Zanzibar of earlier times, the perfect place to discover the legendary Stone Town. We are happy to help with desired safari extensions and with the selection of accommodation.
View from the sea of the picturesque Stone Town of ZanzibarOur individual and personal travel planning is a non-binding offer and is based on our contractual conditions. For information on the statutory exclusion period for asserting claims, the statute of limitations for claims and other obligations to avoid loss of claims, we refer to the relevant passages in our contractual terms and conditions. We reserve the right to adapt the trip to equivalent hotels/lodges/camps, etc. due to local changes.
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