TANZANIA
Tanzania is one of the unique destinations on the African continent that has yet to be discovered by many. It is a land of many wonders hubbing an un-paralleled diversity of fauna and flora. Kilimanjaro, the highest permanently snow-capped free standing mountain in Africa, the exotic Islands of Zanzibar, the finest game sanctuaries of Serengeti, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Ruaha, Selous and the Marine Park of Mafia Island are only but a few examples. The scenery, topography and very friendly people harbor the growth of excellent cultural tourism, beach holidays, historical and archaeological ventures – and certainly the best wildlife photographic safaris on the continent.
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7days / 6 nights: Tanzania with Serena Lodges from $1595.00 per person
7days / 6 nights : Tanzania with Sopa Lodges from $1645.00 per person
This deluxe safari provides you with an opportunity to explore the best of Tanzania in supreme comfort and style, with stays at the extraordinary Serena Lodges—the finest in Tanzania—and the luxurious Kirawira Tented camp in the Western Serengeti. Visit Lake Manyara with its tree-climbing lions…view the 12-mile wide rim and 102-square-mile floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, which offers abundant year-round game viewing…and the Serengeti, a World Heritage Site that translates to "endless plains" in the Masai language. If you visit the western corridor of the Serengeti from July to September, both the crowds and herds of wildebeest dwindle, but you can perhaps better experience the true vastness and remoteness of these expansive plains, yet still enjoy abundant wildlife.
This in-depth classic safari includes feature the entire northern Tanzania national parks at an unhurried pace to leisurely enjoy the diversity that Tanzania has to offer. You'll visit the picturesque 125-square-mile Lake Manyara National Park, which boasts five distinct landscapes such as forest, grassland, marshland, scrub and open plains—resulting in a great diversity of wildlife concentrated in a small area, mostly year-round. You might catch a glimpse of the area's famous tree-climbing lions, who sprawl lazily over the branches of acacia trees. Bird lovers will delight in an abundance of viewing opportunities—including more than 40 varieties of birds of prey. The Ngorongoro Crater, which offers abundant year-round game viewing…and the Serengeti, a World Heritage Site that translates to "endless plains" in the Masai language.
Experience Tanzania’s smaller camps, offering simple old-fashioned bush experiences, on this adventurous fly-in safari. Fly to Ruaha National Park, a visual treat, with rocky outcrops and mountain ranges and the Great Ruaha River, with its deep gorges, swirling rapids and excellent fishing (in season). View herds of elephant, buffalo, zebra and a huge population of lions and leopards. From Ruaha, fly to Katavi National Park, Tanzania’s most westerly and remote national park.
Explore Tanzania’s wilderness high spots on this exhilarating 12-day/10-night safari. Enjoy wonderful Elephant and bird watching in Tarangire National Park, game viewing in the Serengeti National Park and magnificent views of Ngorongoro Crater from your sumptuous suite at the award-winning Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. This safari can be combined with 3 or 4 nights Zanzibar Island.
Experience Tanzania on off beaten truck. Visit Kilimanjaro Conservancy, and stay at Ndarakwai ranch camp, West Kilimanjaro with views of both Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru, the camp is nestled in a lush forest of towering fig, podo, and yellow-barked acacias that line the seasonal Ngare Nairobi River. Facilities include eight spacious tents with thatched roofs, en suite bathrooms. Visit Tarangire National Park and stay at Oliver's Camp situated in Tarangire's unspoiled wilderness area. This camp is ideally placed to access the yearly migrations of wildlife throughout the ecosystem, and to view the impressive concentrations at water holes for a five to six month season each year. Being in the wilderness zone allows us the freedom to offer walking excursions close to the camp, as well as longer walking adventures in the endless woodlands and plains habitat that surrounds us. Off road driving in our open vehicles is another privilege enjoyed by us in this area, something that is not readily available in other National Parks in Northern Tanzania.
Arguably one of Africa’s best kept secrets, Tanzania features vast, open grasslands allowing for unsurpassed wildlife sightings. Fly to the remote Selous Game Reserve, a World Heritage Site renowned for largely unexplored bush, teaming with game. Enjoy game drives, walking safaris or a boat excursion on the Rufiji River. Spend one night fly-camping at Saadani National Park in the heart of the bush set on the Indian Ocean.
Visit the tranquil island of Zanzibar, renowned for its beaches and affectionately referred to as the “Spice Island” due to the mouthwatering array of spices grown on the island. Start in Stone Town, recently declared a World Heritage Site, and enjoy a half-day spice tour. The inviting aromas of cloves, cinnamon, cardamom and lemon grass indulge the senses and evoke a romantic past.. Enjoy an array of water activities, or simply relax on the sun-drenched beach.
This extensive first-class safari visits The Serengeti and Masai Mara Plains and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You'll witness wildlife-abundant Ngorongoro Crater…the endless plains of the Serengeti and Maasai mara know as the finest game reserve in all of Kenya featuring the big five: elephant, buffalo, cheetah, lion and leopard.
Climbing Kilimanjaro is on many people’s list of lifetime achievements. Around 22,000 climbers set out each year to conquer it, making it the most climbed mountain in the world. Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in the world that you can simply walk up! None of the routes require mountaineering skills, specialized equipment, or even previous climbing experience. Still, hiking to the Roof of Africa is physically and mentally demanding and should not be underestimated. Mount Kilimanjaro can be climbed at any time of the year, but the rainy seasons (April-June; November-December) make the forest more slippery and the summit might be blocked by snow. Be prepared for climatic extremes, from rain in the forest, intense sun in the alpine desert and freezing temperatures at the summit. It’s essential to have warm clothes and a good sleeping bag.
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