YOUR ITINERARY:
DAY 1: ARUSHA –ARUSHA MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by Classic Journeys representative who will assist with the transfer to Arusha Mt. Village.
Nestled at the foot of the wooded slopes of Mount Meru, this unique hotel stands amid coffee plantations on the shores of tranquil Lake Duluti. Designed to echo the traditional style of the colonial coffee farm, which originally stood on this site, Mountain Village offers a range of tastefully presented cottage-styled rooms set amid extensive landscaped grounds.
Overnight at the Arusha Mt. Village on Bed and Breakfast basis
DAY 2: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK-LAKE MANYARA SERENA
After breakfast, drive to beautiful Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake that shimmers in a cleft in the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch at the Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, which stands on the edge of the escarpment, overlooking the lake. Later in the an afternoon game viewing in this small but uniquely diverse national park, which is a home to the world-famous tree-climbing lions, thousands of flamingoes and nearly 500 species of birds. Later return to the lodge in time for a swim in the stunning horizon pool and dinner in the elegant central dining room.
Overnight at the Lake Manyara Serena on Full Board basis
DAY 3: NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA –NGORONGORO SERENA SAFARI LODGE
After breakfast, drive to the famous Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area (NCCA), which features rolling plains, lakes, craters, mountains and dormant volcanoes. Journey up the side of the vast Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site, which is one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometers wide, 610-760 metres deep and covering a total area of 264 sq km) and arrive at the Ngorongoro Serena in time for lunch as you enjoy one of the finest views in the world.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure this unique lodge that clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. Long and low, the lodge is built from local river stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater 600 metres below.
Overnight at the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge on Full Board basis
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DAY 4: NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA –NGORONGORO SERENA SAFARI LODGE
Today after breakfast, you will descend into the ‘8th Wonder of the World, a unique biosphere that has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Enclosed within its towering walls are grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a fresh water lake and a glorious variety of birdlife. Here too are all the members of the ‘Big Five’ (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo) as well as a large cast of plains game and one of Africa’s densest populations of predators. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before climbing back up to the lodge in time for relaxation before dinner
Overnight at the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge on Full Board basis
DAY 5: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK –SERENGETI SERENA SAFARI LODGE
After breakfast, leave the NCCA and cross into neighboring Serengeti National Park, stopping en route at Ol Duvai Gorge. Known as the ‘Cradle of Mankind’, this is one of the most important prehistoric sites in the world. Pioneered by famous paleontologists Louis and Mary Leakey in the 1950s it offers a glimpse into life two million years ago. Arrive at Serengeti Serena in time to relax and enjoy a classic safari supper.
Overnight at the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge on Full Board basis
DAY 6 & 7: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK –SERENGETI SERENA SAFARI LODGE
Your two days will be spent at Serengeti, enjoying full day game viewing drives with meals being taken in the true safari style ‘in the vast and sensational Serengeti, which covers 14,763 sq km of endlessly rolling savannah. Venue for ‘the greatest wildlife show on Earth’, the annual migration of over one million wildebeest, the park is also renowned for its lions, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes and plains game.
Overnight at the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge on Full Board basis
DAY 8: ARUSHA –DEPARTURE/EXTENSION ZANZIBAR
Today drive to Arusha, enjoy a delicious buffet meal at Arusha Coffee Lodge then spend time doing last minute shopping. Then later you will be transferred to the Airport where you will connect with the international flight back home/continue with your extension to Zanzibar.
Say good bye to the wonderful country and promise to join us on another expedition!
INCLUSIONS:
1. Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
2. Transportation in a chauffeur driven 4 x 4 land cruiser with pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography. French speaking guides are available on request at no extra charge.
3. Services of a professional driver-guide, game viewing drives and parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
4. All Government taxes and levies.
5. Complimentary 1500 ml mineral water per person per day in the safari vehicle.
6. All meet and greet services.
7. All arrival and departure transfers.
8. 24 hours stand-by contact number.
9. Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
10. 6 pax each guaranteed a window seat.
11. Two-way long range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle.
12. On safari accessories in each vehicle: – First-aid kit, cool box and fire extinguisher
13. Flying doctors coverage. In the eventuality of a medical emergency, you will be airlifted to Nairobi where you will be taken to a good hospital. Hospital bills are born by the patient
EXCLUSIONS:
1. All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills etc. Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and driver- guide(s). Budget approx. $ 2.00 – $ 4.00 per person per day for lodge and hotel staff, $ 1.00 per bag for porters and $ 10.00 per person per day for driver-guides).
2. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks,
3. International flight and departure taxes.
4. Laundry services.
5. Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary.
6. Visa fee.