Tour Code : ASTMSZ010
Start :Arusha
End : Arusha
Tour Duration: 10 days / 9 nights Arusha, Western Serengeti, Selous
Game Reserve and Zanzibar
Serena Royal Safari
Accommodations: Luxury Tented Camps/Lodge ( Serena Lodges)
Group Size: 2 People and above (guaranteed departure)
Tour Type: By Air and Road
One stays in classic tented accommodation and can enjoy a whole day
on safari in Tanzania’s largest and most famous national reserve
before flying on to Africa’s largest and least-visited reserve, the
legendary Selous. One is accommodated in the exceptionally luxurious
Mivumo River Lodge, which overlooks the Rufiji River, and offers a
unique selection of river safaris, river-side sundowners and guided
walks. Finally, fly north-east and over the Indian Ocean to the
romantic island of Zanzibar where the superb Serena Zanzibar Inn
stands in the centre of Stone Town, one of Africa’s most ancient
Swahili settlements.ASTMSZ010: 10 days / 9 nights Arusha,
Western Serengeti/Selous Game Reserve and Zanzibar Serena Royal
SafariDay 1: Arrival - Arusha
Depart Kilimanjaro Airport and proceed to Arusha-Tanzania, and be
transferred to Arusha Mountain Village (60kms). The lodge offers a
broad range of attractions, which include: walking, mountain biking,
and canoeing on the lake. Dinner and overnight at Arusha Mountain
Village.
Day 2: Arusha - Western Serengeti
After an early-morning wake-up call and breakfast at Serena Mountain
Village, depart by road to Kilimanjaro Airport to connect with your
8am flight to Grumeti Airstrip, Western Serengeti (arrival 9.30am).
Arriving at 9.30am, you will be met by our local reception team, who
will conduct you on a game drive through the world-famous Serengeti
National Park before arriving at Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp in time
for lunch. One of the most exclusive of our many safari venues and a
member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, Kirawira
promises the epitome of classic ‘Out of Africa’ safari camp style,
while enjoying a unique location adjacent to the famous western
corridor of the Serengeti National Park, the arena for the ‘Greatest
Wildlife Show on Earth’, the annual migration of over one million
wildebeest. Morning and afternoon game drives, all meals and
overnight at Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp.
Day 3: Western Serengeti
With a whole day on safari in the Serengeti, you have unrivalled
access to all that this renowned biosphere has to offer. Your
package also includes game drives morning and afternoon and the
services of a dedicated (English-speaking) driver/guide. Vast and
sensational, the Serengeti covers 14,763 sq km of endlessly rolling
savannah plains, and is Tanzania’s first-established, largest and
most famous park. Here, twice a year, propelled by the rains, 1.3
million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelle
gather to undertake an 800 km trek to new grazing lands. The precise
timing of the migration varies but generally the herbivores
congregate and move out at the end of May, sometimes over a period
of weeks, sometimes over a period of as little as three or four
days. Heading west on a roughly triangular 800-km circuit they head
to the Masai Mara National Reserve of Kenya. When the grazing here
is exhausted the tide of herbivores turns and reverses its progress
returning to the short grass plains of Tanzania. Morning and
afternoon game drives, all meals and overnight at Kirawira Luxury
Tented Camp.
Day 4: Western Serengeti-Selous Game Reserve
After breakfast at the camp, drive to Grumeti Airstrip to connect
with the 9.35pm flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha,
where you will connect with the onward 45-minute flight to
Stiegler’s Airstrip in the Selous National Reserve. Upon arrival at
3.10pm, you will be met by our welcoming team and driven to Mivumo
River Lodge with a game drive enroute. Built out on timbered decks
above the banks of the mighty Rufiji River with long views down the
plunging torrents of Stiegler’s Gorge, this traditional timber and
thatch lodge offers just twelve luxurious chalets, each of which
stands on its own river-view deck, with rain shower and private
plunge pool. After an afternoon river boat safari, enjoy sundowners
on a sandbank in the river before returning to the lodge in time for
dinner overlooking the river, which is home to unprecedented numbers
of hippos and crocodiles. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Mivumo
River Lodge.
Day 5 -6: Selous Game Reserve
With two days on safari in the magnificent Selous, you have a unique
opportunity to experience everything that this vast and magnificent
reserve has to offer. Covering 55,000sq kms of dense bush and
savannah the Selous protects over one million large animals, the
largest buffalo concentration in Africa; over half of Tanzania’s
elephants and one third of Africa’s entire population of the rare
and endangered wild dog. As for activities, your dedicated safari
guide will be delighted to tailor a personal schedule that can
include game drives, guided walks, river boat safaris, fishing
trips, hot-spring bathing and your choice of river picnics and
scenic sundowners. All meals and overnight at the Mivumo River Lodge
Day 7: Selous Game Reserve -Zanzibar
After breakfast at the lodge, depart for a morning game drive
followed by a leisurely lunch at the lodge. After lunch, take
another game drive arriving at Stiegler’s Airstrip in time to
connect to your 3.15pm flight to Zanzibar Airport. Upon arrival, you
will be met by our representative, who will drive you the short
distance into Stone Town, and the fabulous Serena Inn. Idyllically
situated on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, and flanked by an
exotic mix of sultan’s palaces, Portuguese forts, ancient dhow
harbors, and bright bazaars, the Zanzibar Serena Inn is a haven of
tranquility and opulence amongst the bustle of one Africa’s most
ancient and most enchanting towns. A member of the prestigious Small
Luxury Hotels of the World, the inn has been styled to represent the
epitome of Swahili style, ethnic elegance and Arabic opulence.
Dinner and overnight at the Zanzibar Serena Inn.
Day 8-9: Zanzibar Serena Inn
With two days to relax on this world-famous island, your choice of
activities includes a guided tour of ancient Stone Town (to include
The House of Wonders, the Sultan’s Palace, Livingstone’s House, The
National Museum, the Hamamni Baths, the Chukwani, Mtoni and Maruhubi
Palaces, the Persian baths of Kidichi, the cathedral and old slave
market, and The Old Dispensary Cultural Centre); a tour of island’s
famous spice gardens; and a trip on a traditional Swahili dhow,
where cocktails will be served as you watch the sunset over the bay.
Breakfast, dinner and overnight at the Zanzibar Serena Inn.
Day 10: Departure from Zanzibar
After a leisurely breakfast at the Inn, spend your time before
departure relaxing by the pool or exploring the winding lanes of
Stone Town. You will then be transported to Zanzibar International
Airport to connect with your home bound flight.
Tour price includes:-
- Guarantee price/guarantee safari on confirmation
- Full board accommodations while on safari in a twin or double
- 1 night hotel accommodations in Arusha on Bed and breakfast basis
- Service of a professional driver/ guide
- Transport based on a 4WD Safari vehicle with pop up roof for game
viewing
- Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver /park entry
fees
- Extensive game drives as per the Itinerary
- Government taxes
Tour Price Excludes:
- Extras at the lodges i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry etc.
- Entry Visa
- Tips to porters and drivers
- Hotel accommodations in Arusha after the safari
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