5-Day Celebrate Christmas on an Unforgettable Tanzania Adventure from Arusha

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Highlights

Journey through Tarangire’s iconic baobab landscapes, enjoying a festive Christmas atmosphere

Enjoy a unique safari experience from above with a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti’s endless plains

Explore the diverse wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater with a game drive, capturing stunning views and predator

Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park

nature, safari, Wildlife

Private Tour

5 Days

Easy

English

Description

Celebrate Christmas with a memorable safari journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park and Serengeti National Park. Enjoy scenic drives through Tanzania’s diverse landscapes, stay in comfortable lodges, and immerse yourself in festive activities. Explore the Serengeti's endless plains and the Ngorongoro Crater’s unique ecosystem, with special holiday-themed experiences adding to your adventure. Conclude your trip with a return to Arusha, basking in the festive cheer.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- Experience a special Christmas journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park.
- Enjoy a scenic drive through diverse landscapes before reaching Tarangire's iconic baobab-filled landscape.
- Spend the night at Ngare Lodge, a comfortable midrange accommodation offering a tranquil escape amidst nature.
- Celebrate Christmas in a festive atmosphere, possibly featuring special holiday activities or meals, creating unforgettable holiday memories in Tanzania's wilderness.
Day 2: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
- Embark on a special Christmas journey from Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park.
- Experience diverse landscapes en route to the park's stunning plains.
- Stay at Serengeti Heritage Permanent Tented Camp, which offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of nature.
- Enjoy a festive atmosphere with potential holiday-themed activities or dinners, celebrating Christmas amid Serengeti's breathtaking scenery.
Day 3: Game Drive on the Endless Plains
- Dedicate the entire day to exploring the vast Serengeti National Park. Your preferences will guide this day's itinerary, allowing you to choose from various safari experiences.
- Consult with your safari guide regarding the day's schedule, including game drive timings, waking up times, and meal breaks.
- Today you will do a safari from the sky from a hot air balloon.
Day 4: Game Drive in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
- A splendid sunrise awaits you, along with an early breakfast and a sunrise game drive across the Serengeti plains. This provides a prime opportunity to witness lions, leopards, and other predators in action as the rising sun bathes the plains in breathtaking hues.
- After a picnic lunch at a designated site, continue your exploration of the boundless Serengeti grasslands.
- Subsequently, journey to Ngorongoro and check in at your selected accommodation. A sumptuous dinner will be served as you prepare for the day ahead.
Day 5: Game Drive in Ngorongoro and Return to Arusha
- Experience an unforgettable game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Arusha to celebrate Christmas after a rewarding five-day trip.
- Encounter diverse wildlife in the crater's unique ecosystem and indulge in festive cheer in Arusha's vibrant atmosphere, making a perfect conclusion to your adventurous journey.

What's Included

All accommodations All activities, unless indicated as optional

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Taxes / VAT

Bath towels

All transport by road

Park fees

Professional guide

Sleeping bags

Drinking water (On all days)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

All meals on safaris

Quality safari jeep

Guide wages

Luxury accomodations

Airport Pickup

Air conditional car

Free accomodation on arrival

Beer

Private trip

Domestic flights

What's Excluded

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

International flights Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Know Before You Go

Our representative will collect you from the airport and take you to your accommodation in Arusha for the night.

We are happy to book accommodation before and after your safari if needed.

Flying into Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airports is quite straightforward. English is widely spoken and used for signs and directions.

Arusha airport is a 30-minute drive from Arusha.

Kilimanjaro Airport is roughly a one-hour drive from Arusha. If you arrive on an international flight, clearing immigration can be lengthy.

The local currency is the Tanzanian Shillings. US Dollars and Euros are widely accepted. Most places will not accept older US dollar bills (printed before 2006).

If you intend to use your credit or debit card to withdraw funds, we suggest taking more than one card with you as you may find that your card is not accepted at the first ATM. You may try Visa and Maestro cards are best.

We recommend informing your bank that you will use your card abroad to avoid being blocked. These are available in Arusha and allow you to withdraw local currency.

We advise you to arrive in Arusha at least one day before your trip begins. Return flights can be booked for the late afternoon/evening of the final day of your Safari, but please ensure your guide is aware of this so that you can arrive at the airport in plenty of time for your flight.

Please check with the relevant Embassy in your country for up-to-date visa and passport information. Ensure your passport will not expire within six months of your trip (i.e., if your trip is in September, make sure it is valid until at least March of the following year) and that it has at least three clear pages.

You will probably need a visa to enter Tanzania. Check with your country’s government travel website to find out how to get your visa. Most visas can be bought on arrival into the country.

You will require vaccinations for your trip. As we are not medically trained, we cannot give detailed advice on vaccination requirements. However, the following vaccinations are generally recommended for Tanzania: Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies, Yellow Fever, and Malaria. (Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory when you enter Tanzania from a country with yellow fever).

Vaccination certificates are often checked at immigration. If you are entering Tanzania from a country that does not have Yellow Fever, vaccination is not needed. Please visit the World Health Organization website for an up-to-date list. http://www.who.int/ith/ITH_Annex_I.pdf

In some areas we visit, there is a risk of contracting Malaria. You must know that whatever malaria tablets you take only offer partial protection. They must be coupled with your physical efforts against being bitten - the best prevention. Malaria-carrying mosquitoes come out at sunset, so you should wear long sleeves and trousers from this time. Exposed skin, especially ankles, should have insect repellent containing 'Deet' applied to them.

We strongly recommend that you have extensive travel insurance to cover you for your trip. It is also wise to leave a copy of your insurance policy with a friend or relative for safekeeping. Your policy should include adequate Medical Emergency and Repatriation coverage.

Tanzania has a well-established tipping culture.

Guides: If you feel you have received good service, a typical tip is U$D 10-15 per person daily.

In Tanzania, the year is loosely divided into the 'short' rains (November) and the 'long' rains (March to May). The 'rains' usually last one or two hours daily and are followed by hot, sunny weather. Nights can be surprisingly cold at higher altitudes, e.g., Ngorongoro Crater.

All towns and cities have their share of petty crime, and sensible precautions need to be taken. Wearing expensive-looking jewellery or watches and carrying cameras will draw unnecessary attention. You may find a simple money belt more discrete than a bag.

Always be aware of your surroundings, and when approached by people you do not know, be very careful. At night in towns, it's best to use a taxi rather than walk around the streets. Single women, in particular, need to be careful, and we suggest that it is safer to be in a group.

What To Bring

Luggage

Clothes

Shoes

Sunglasses and sun cream

First aid

Photography & Electrical Equipment

Strong bag/carry case to protect the camera

Zip lock/plastic bags are useful for dusty/sandy conditions

Spare/extra batteries

Memory/Storage media (2 x memory cards in case one gets corrupted)

Binoculars

Photography etiquette

Electrical charging & power supply

Phones / Wi-Fi

Meeting Point

Arusha, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.

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1 to 6	/person
Child
1 to 2	/person
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Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Day 2: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

Day 3: Game Drive on the Endless Plains

Day 4: Game Drive in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

Day 5: Game Drive in Ngorongoro and Return to Arusha

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5-Day Celebrate Christmas on an Unforgettable Tanzania Adventure from Arusha

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Locations Covered

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Day 2: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

Day 3: Game Drive on the Endless Plains

Day 4: Game Drive in Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

Day 5: Game Drive in Ngorongoro and Return to Arusha

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Know Before You Go

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