Essential Tanzania

Essential Tanzania

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Essential Tanzania

7 Days Starting in Arusha, Tanzania and ending in Ngorongoro, Tanzania

Visiting: Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Tour code:

IndTur76

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 6

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2887

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Essential Tanzania" tour and experience the best of Tanzania's wildlife and natural wonders. Begin your adventure in Arusha, the safari capital, before heading to the breathtaking Lake Manyara for an afternoon game drive. Explore the famous Serengeti National Park, home to Africa's Big Five and the oldest ecosystem in the world. Visit the historic Olduvai Gorge and climb the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, a unique biosphere and World Heritage Site. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, daily meals, and seamless transfers in a shared 4x4 vehicle, ensuring an unforgettable safari experience.

Highlights

  • Stay in Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania, home to a wide variety of lively city attractions

  • See baboons, wildebeests, and monkeys with an exhilarating safari in Manyara National Park

  • Spot Africa's Big Five in Serengeti National Park, home to the oldest ecosystem in the world

  • Climb up the Ngorongoro Crater; you may see lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos

  • Visit the breathtaking Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake in the Great Rift Valley

  • Explore the Olduvai Gorge en route to Serengeti National Park

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a unique biosphere and World Heritage Site

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arusha (Arrival)

Location: Arusha

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, located a short distance from Arusha Town Centre. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.




Overnight in Arusha

Day 2: Arusha - Lake Manyara (B/L/D)

Location: Lake Manyara

Accommodation Name: lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will head to the breathtaking Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake that shimmers in a cleft in the Great Rift Valley. You will arrive at your lodge for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. Tucked below the Rift Valley wall, Lake Manyara National Park comprises a thin green band of forest bordered by the 600-meter high red and brown cliffs of the slope on one side, and the white-hot shores of an ancient soda lake on the other. The Acacia woodlands shelter the parks famous tree-climbing lions, lying lazily along the branches in the heat of the day. Lake Manyara safaris offer unique views of elephants, giraffes, buffalos, and wildebeests. These fascinating animals may be found eating in unexpected clearings or heading towards the water to drink or wash. The rivers and riverbeds provide scenic vistas for potential animal spotting. Warthogs seem to thrive in the area, growing notably larger and tuckered. This park is also a natural playground for baboons and monkeys. Later, in the afternoon, you will be transferred to the lodge for dinner.




Overnight in Lake Manyara Area

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park (B/L/D)

Location: Serengeti National Park

Accommodation Name: lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, depart to the famous Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch. Enjoy an en-route visit to the Olduvai Gorge. Arrive in Serengeti and embark on an afternoon game viewing drive through the park. You will return later as the sun sets for dinner.




Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area

Day 4: Serengeti National Park (B/L/D)

Location: Serengeti National Park

Accommodation Name: lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you will enjoy a full day of game viewing drives through the park with in-park meals. The sight of predator versus prey dominates the greatest park during a Serengeti Safari. The golden-maned lion prides feast on the abundance of plain grazers. Solitary leopards haunt the acacia trees lining the Seronera River, while a high density of cheetahs prowls the southeastern plains. Almost exclusively, all three African jackal species live here, along with the spotted hyena and a host of more elusive small predators, ranging from the insectivorous aardwolf to the beautiful serval cat.




Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area

Day 5: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater (B/L/D)

Location: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation Name: lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will depart for the famous Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area (NCCA). Discover rolling plains, lakes, craters, mountains, and dormant volcanoes. Take the journey up the side of the vast Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site, and one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometers wide, 610-760 meters deep, and covering a total area of 264 sqm km). Upon arrival, you will spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.




Overnight in Ngorongoro Area

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater (Inside The Land That Time Forgot) (B/L/D)

Location: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation Name: Farmhouse

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today 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 the towering walls are grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a freshwater lake, and a fascinating 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 Africas densest populations of predators. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before climbing up. From there you will transfer back to the Farmhouse.




Overnight in Ngorongoro Area

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha (Departure) - (B/L/-)

Location: Arusha

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will drive back to Arusha for lunch. You will later be transferred to the Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight back home.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    06 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis at listed hotels/lodges or similar.

  • Meals

    Daily breakfast, 06 lunches, and 05 dinners.

  • Water

    One bottle of mineral water per person per day during game drives.

  • Meet and Greet Services

    Meet and greet services upon arrival.

  • Airport Transfers

    Arrival and departure airport transfers.

  • Safari Vehicle

    Seat in shared 4x4 vehicle for safaris (maximum 7 clients per vehicle).

  • Driver-Guide

    Services of an English-speaking driver-guide.

  • Game Drives

    Game drives as per itinerary.

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing as per itinerary.

  • Park Fees

    Park fees as per itinerary.

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What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities.

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional excursions are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees, if applicable, are not included.

  • International Airfare

    International airfare for land-only passengers is not included.

  • Transfers for Land-Only Passengers

    Arrival and departure transfers for land-only passengers are not included.

  • Unmentioned Items

    Items not mentioned as included are excluded.

Mode of Transport

Travel in a shared 4x4 vehicle for safaris, with a maximum of 7 clients per vehicle, and benefit from arrival and departure airport transfers for a seamless journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of comfortable accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels or lodges, ensuring a restful stay throughout your Tanzanian adventure.

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Check out our Q&As

  • What type of vehicle will we be using for the safaris?

    You will be traveling in a shared 4x4 vehicle for safaris, with a maximum of 7 clients per vehicle.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour?

    Yes, arrival and departure airport transfers are included in the tour.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    You will enjoy 6 nights of comfortable accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels or lodges.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily breakfast, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in the tour package.

  • Will there be any opportunities for game drives during the tour?

    Yes, game drives are included as per the itinerary, allowing you to spot various wildlife in different national parks.

  • Is drinking water provided during the tour?

    Yes, one bottle of mineral water per person per day is provided during game drives.

  • Will there be a guide during the tour?

    Yes, the services of an English-speaking driver-guide are included in the tour.

  • Are park fees included in the tour cost?

    Yes, park fees as per the itinerary are included in the tour cost.

  • What is the maximum number of people per safari vehicle?

    The maximum number of clients per safari vehicle is 7.

  • Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?

    Yes, personal expenses, tips, gratuities, optional excursions, travel insurance, visa fees, international airfare, and transfers for land-only passengers are not included.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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