12-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Wildlife Safari, Cultural Experience, Eco Tourism & Zanzibar
Highlights
Private Tour
12 Days
Medium
English
Description
Experience the ultimate 12-day Tanzania adventure, blending thrilling wildlife safaris with cultural immersion and eco-tourism. Begin in Arusha before exploring Lake Manyara, the iconic Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater for close encounters with the Big Five. Engage with local Maasai communities to learn about their traditions and sustainable living. A visit to a conservation project highlights Tanzania’s eco-tourism efforts. Conclude with relaxation on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches, exploring Stone Town’s rich history. This journey offers an unforgettable mix of wilderness, culture, and responsible travel.
Itinerary
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12-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Wildlife Safari, Cultural Experience, Eco Tourism & Zanzibar
Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha Town
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport met and greeted by our customer service representative. Afterward, you can pick up your vehicle for the transfer to your hotel in Arusha Town. Here you will check in for evening relaxation. Overnight stay at The Palace Hotel Arusha on a Bed & Breakfast Basis or similar
https://palacehotelarusha.com/
Room Category: Double Standard Room.
Day 2: Arusha - Tarangire National Park – “Home to African Majestic Elephants”
Early breakfast, then set off for a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park (Approx 2 hrs.) Your guide will lead you to search for ideal game-viewing spots within these 3,000-square-park areas, which are known for their medieval baobab trees, believed to be over 1,000 years old. Your game drive will focus on the Tarangire River, a major water source in the park that attracts wildlife such as giraffes, hippos, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and lions. In the afternoon, your driving guide will take you to the perfect area for a picnic lunch. Then continue scanning for various animals + birds in Tarangire (more than 500 species have been spotted). Continue to your lodge in the park for evening relaxation.
Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Safari Lodge on a Full Board Basis or similar.
https://www.tarangiresafarilodge.com/
Room Category: Double Standard Tented Room
Day 3: Tarangire National Park – Lake Natron
After an early breakfast, depart for a game drive through Tarangire National Park, taking in the wildlife and natural scenery the day offers. Later, continue to Lake Natron (approx. 4 hrs.), where dramatic landscapes and a unique setting await.is a great way to explore its unique landscapes, wildlife, and natural beauty. Volcanic mountains surround the lake, and its salt flats and algae-rich waters make it a unique place to visit. Start by taking a short hike to the Ngare Sero Waterfall, located in the nearby hills. It’s a refreshing spot, offering a cool break after the drive. The hike is not too strenuous, and the waterfall is a peaceful place to relax and take photos. if you're adventurous, you can also swim in the natural pool at the base of the waterfall. Next, head to Lake Natron itself, famous for being a breeding ground for the lesser flamingo. The salt and soda-rich water creates an environment where flamingos can find plenty of food, particularly the algae that thrive in the lake. You may be able to walk along the lake’s shoreline, carefully approaching the flamingos. Keep your distance to avoid disturbing them. Then, to your lodge for overnight relaxation
Dinner and overnight at Natron River Camp on a Full Board Basis or similar
https://wildlandscampsandlodges.com/natron-river-camp/
Room Category: Double Standard Tented Room
Day 4: Lake Natron – Serengeti National Park – “BIG CATS HQ”
Begin your day with an early breakfast and set off on a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park via Klein’s Gate. This park is home to the Big 5 and is renowned for hosting the world-famous Annual Migration, making it the best wildlife park in Africa. It is the last great concentration of large animals in the world, and the surrounding landscape is a beautiful one, with short-grassy savannah studded with rocky outcrops - kopjes, which are a favorite hunting ground of leopards in the Serengeti. Enjoy a full day of thrilling game drives and proceed to your tented lodge for overnight relaxation.
Dinner and overnight at Enkirari Wilderness Camp on a Full Board Basis or similar
https://acaciacollections.com/camp/enkirari-wilderness-camp/
Room Category: Double Standard Tented Room
Day 5: Serengeti National Park Central Full Day Guided Game Drives “BIG CATS HQ”
An OPTIONAL Early morning start at 05:00hrs with an Enchanting Luxury Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari, featuring thrilling game drives at the rise of Dawn! followed by a Luxury Bush Breakfast with Celebrations! Spend the full day on game drives in Seronera, Central Serengeti, where you can experience an unpredictable, thrilling safari and spot the area's wildlife. Serengeti National Park is such a huge park that you can spend days, well, even a week, and not come close to seeing it all. Over the next two days, we will enjoy a full-day exploration of Serengeti National Park, widely regarded as having the highest wildlife density in Africa. The awe-inspiring central Serengeti, famously known as the Big Cats headquarters, is an outstanding wildlife zone that you can spend weeks in without getting tired of.
Dinner and overnight at Enkirari Wilderness Camp on a Full Board Basis or similar
https://acaciacollections.com/camp/enkirari-wilderness-camp/
Room Category: Double Standard Tented Room
Day 6: Serengeti National Park – “The Big 5 Ngorongoro Crater”
Breakfast proceeds for a descent into a Mountain believed to have sunk into a 600-meter-deep caldera/crater more than a million years ago because of furious volcanic forces. Reaching there, you will follow the adventurous trails down into the self-contained ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater and have an opportunity to spot flora and fauna. In this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will have a chance to search for endangered black rhinos as you continue seeking other animals, from lions, old bull elephants, spotted hyenas, jackals, and over 500 species of birds. Relish an enjoyable picnic lunch out in the middle of nowhere and continue searching for more wildlife in this destination, often called Eden’s Garden due to its beauty. Remember, this is one of the few places in the world where the Majestic Big5 of Tanzania can be spotted in a single day. After that, proceed to the Karatu Area near Ngorongoro Conservation Area for dinner and evening relaxation. Dinner and overnight at Farm of Dreams Lodge on a Full Board Basis or similar
https://farmofdreamslodge.com/
Room Category: Double Standard Room
Day 7: Karatu – Arusha – Zanzibar Island - Nungwi Beach
After breakfast, transfer from Karatu to Arusha Airport for your 11:00 hrs. flight to Zanzibar, arriving at 11:15 hrs. Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted, followed by a transfer to Nungwi Beach, where you will enjoy lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing at leisure. 5-night stay at Hotel Riu Jambo Zanzibar on an All-Inclusive Basis
https://www.riu.com/en/hotel/tanzania/zanzibar/hotel-riu-jambo?
Room Category: Double Junior Suite Sea View
Day 12: Departure – Zanzibar Cultural Stone Town Tour – Zanzibar Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar City for a guided historical tour, followed by a final opportunity to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Old City and shop for souvenirs. After proceeding with transfers to the airport for the afternoon or evening international flight back home, please don't hesitate to let me know. That will mark the end of your wonderful Safari and beach holidays with us.
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