Nairobi To Dar Es Salaam (14 Days) Gameparks & Zanzibar
Nairobi To Dar Es Salaam (14 Days) Gameparks & Zanzibar
14 Days Starting in Nairobi, Kenya and ending in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Visiting: Nairobi, Arusha, Dar es Salaam
Tour operator:
Tour code:
440
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
18-80
Special diets catered:
Please advise requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a thrilling 14-day adventure from Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam, exploring the best of Kenya and Tanzania. Experience the wild beauty of the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater on a 4x4 safari, spotting majestic wildlife like cheetahs, leopards, lions, and elephants. Immerse yourself in Maasai culture, visit the stunning waterfalls and hot springs at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, and wander through the lush coffee and banana plantations. Relax on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar Island, and dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Stone Town's bustling bazaar and aromatic spice market. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Welcome to Nairobi, today you can get up close to Africa's tallest mammal when we visit the Langata Giraffe Centre in Nairobi. You will also have free time to visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where Oasis sponsor Kamboyo, an orphaned elephant.
Day 2 : Nairobi To Arusha
Location: Arusha
We depart Nairobi early morning and immediately find ourselves in hot savannah grasslands with acacia trees providing the only shade. Various game, usually zebra and giraffe can be seen as we head south and cross into Tanzania - where we camp on the outskirts of Arusha town. Here you have the option to use a local African safari travel company to guide us through the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. You'll head down into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. On the crater floor you will have the opportunity to view the abundant wildlife including Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, White Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo, Antelope, Crocodile and Pink Flamingos. From here you go into the Serengeti for a day where vast herds of wildebeest roam the plains. For those who wish - there is an option to visit a local Maasai Village and learn about their culture and way of life.
Day 3 : Nairobi To Arusha
Location: Arusha
We depart Nairobi early morning and immediately find ourselves in hot savannah grasslands with acacia trees providing the only shade. Various game, usually zebra and giraffe can be seen as we head south and cross into Tanzania - where we camp on the outskirts of Arusha town. Here you have the option to use a local African safari travel company to guide us through the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. You'll head down into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. On the crater floor you will have the opportunity to view the abundant wildlife including Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, White Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo, Antelope, Crocodile and Pink Flamingos. From here you go into the Serengeti for a day where vast herds of wildebeest roam the plains. For those who wish - there is an option to visit a local Maasai Village and learn about their culture and way of life.
Day 4 : Nairobi To Arusha
Location: Arusha
We depart Nairobi early morning and immediately find ourselves in hot savannah grasslands with acacia trees providing the only shade. Various game, usually zebra and giraffe can be seen as we head south and cross into Tanzania - where we camp on the outskirts of Arusha town. Here you have the option to use a local African safari travel company to guide us through the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. You'll head down into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. On the crater floor you will have the opportunity to view the abundant wildlife including Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, White Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo, Antelope, Crocodile and Pink Flamingos. From here you go into the Serengeti for a day where vast herds of wildebeest roam the plains. For those who wish - there is an option to visit a local Maasai Village and learn about their culture and way of life.
Day 5 : Nairobi To Arusha
Location: Arusha
Accommodation Name: camp on the outskirts of Arusha town
We depart Nairobi early morning and immediately find ourselves in hot savannah grasslands with acacia trees providing the only shade. Various game, usually zebra and giraffe can be seen as we head south and cross into Tanzania - where we camp on the outskirts of Arusha town.Here you have the option to use a local African safari travel company to guide us through the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park. You'll head down into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. On the crater floor you will have the opportunity to view the abundant wildlife including Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, White Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo, Antelope, Crocodile and Pink Flamingos. From here you go into the Serengeti for a day where vast herds of wildebeest roam the plains. For those who wish - there is an option to visit a local Maasai Village and learn about their culture and way of life.
Day 6 - 13 : Arusha To Dar Salaam
Location: Dar es Salaam
Accommodation Name: campsite on a beautiful Indian Ocean beach
After leaving Arusha we pass several small towns and villages along the way and, if we are lucky, we may see the towering peak of Kilimanjaro. We will stop off at Marangu where you can climb to Kilimanjaro base camp or take a walk through the lush surroundings passing through coffee plantations, rivers, waterfalls, caves and visiting a local blacksmith. A day’s drive brings us to Dar Es Salaam where our truck is based for around 4 nights in a campsite on a beautiful Indian Ocean beach. From here we take the ferry out to Zanzibar for four full days, and venture into the narrow bustling streets of Stone Town and its famous spice markets, old slave forts and dungeons. There is also time to relax on Zanzibar's famous white beaches, scuba dive or snorkel and swim with dolphins.
Day 14 : Zanzibar To Dar Es Salaam
Location: Dar es Salaam
After our time on the island, we board the ferry from Stone Town, Zanzibar which brings us back to Dar es Salaam, where your trip will finish.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided with approximately 70% camping and 30% simple hostels/hotels.
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Giraffe Centre
Visit to the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi is included.
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Return Ferry to Zanzibar
Return ferry to Zanzibar is included.
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Zanzibar Accommodation
4 nights accommodation on Zanzibar is included.
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Meals
Approximately 30% of meals are included.
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Transport
All transport on the Oasis Expedition Truck is included.
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Camping and Cooking Equipment
Camping and cooking equipment are provided.
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Oasis Crew Services
Services of the Oasis Crew are included.
What's Not Included
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Visas
Visas are not included.
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Local Payment
Local payment of USD 420 (2023-24) is payable at the start of the trip.
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Serengeti Excursion
The Serengeti Excursion is bookable as an add-on and is not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions as listed in the Pre-Departure Information are not included.
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Flights
Flights are not included.
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Airport Taxes and Transfers
Airport taxes and transfers are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Meals
Approximately 70% of meals are not included.
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Drinks
Drinks are not included.
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Tips
Tips are not included.
More Info
On this overland tour you have the opportunity to get up close to the amazing wildlife in the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, home to Wildebeest, Zebra, Gazelle, Giraffes, Elephants, Rhino and big cats - the opportunity to spot wildlife on offer is second to none. As well as sight-seeing, you can chill out on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Zanzibar and explore the history and culture of Stone Town.
Mode of Transport
The Oasis truck will be your new home giving you a comfortable, secure base with which to experience your trip. As part of the adventure you will be expected to have an active involvement in the day to day running of the trip, be part of the group and get stuck in and help with various tasks, whether it's cooking meals over open fires, pitching your tent or keeping the truck clean and tidy.
Seatbelts
All Oasis Overland trucks are fitted with seatbelts. For your own safety and security we recommend that travellers wear these at all times whilst the vehicle is moving. Our overland trucks in Africa also have a ‘beach area’ which is a chill out zone to be used when the truck is not moving.
Accommodation
Camping - Oasis uses roomy three-person tents but only for two people. They are specially made for us to meet the tougher conditions of an overland trip and have mosquito netting sewn into the door and windows. Tents are shared (between two people of the same sex from your group unless you are a couple). We spend some nights bush or desert camping and the rest of the time in campsites. Facilities and standards at campsites vary, some are well equipped and managed and some are very basic. At bush camps you will be living off the truck, so there will be no showers or en-suite facilities! At certain campsites there is the opportunity to upgrade to a private room at your own expense if you are missing your bed.
Lodges / Hostels - At some locations we will stay in lodges and hostels that are small, locally run establishments. The accommodation will vary depending on the rooming available, from dormitory style rooms, to twins/doubles or triple rooms. Upgrades may be available on arrival, but cannot be reliably pre-booked. Please refer to the individual trip inclusions for the percentage break up of your accommodation.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of involvement is expected from participants during the trip?
Participants are expected to have an active involvement in the day-to-day running of the trip. This includes tasks such as cooking meals over open fires, pitching tents, and keeping the truck clean and tidy.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is approximately 70% camping and 30% in simple hostels or hotels. The camping involves roomy three-person tents shared between two people, with mosquito netting sewn into the door and windows. Some nights will be spent bush or desert camping, while others will be at campsites with varying facilities. In some locations, lodges and hostels are used, with room types ranging from dormitory style to twin/double or triple rooms.
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Are there opportunities to upgrade accommodation during the tour?
Yes, at certain campsites there is the opportunity to upgrade to a private room at your own expense. Upgrades may also be available at lodges and hostels, but they cannot be reliably pre-booked.
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the safari in the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater?
During the safari, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including cheetah, leopard, lion, wildebeest, elephant, white rhino, buffalo, hippo, antelope, crocodile, and pink flamingos.
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What activities are available on Zanzibar Island?
On Zanzibar Island, you can relax on the famous white beaches, explore Stone Town's bustling streets and spice markets, visit old slave forts and dungeons, scuba dive, snorkel, and swim with dolphins.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes opportunities to learn about Maasai culture and their way of life, visit local villages, and explore the Chaga caves, coffee and banana plantations at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro.
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What is the transport like during the tour?
The tour uses an Oasis Expedition Truck, which is equipped with seatbelts and a 'beach area' for relaxation when the truck is not moving. Participants are encouraged to wear seatbelts at all times while the vehicle is in motion.
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What is the local payment and what does it cover?
The local payment is USD 420 (for 2023-24) and is payable at the start of the trip. It covers various local expenses that are not included in the tour price.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Approximately 30% of the meals are included in the tour. The remaining meals, which account for about 70%, are not included and will need to be covered by the participants.
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What optional excursions are available during the tour?
Optional excursions include the Serengeti Excursion, which is bookable as an add-on, and other activities listed in the Pre-Departure Information.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, if you are travelling solo. On our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions, we will pair you up with a tent buddy of the same sex when we camp and the same goes for twin & shared rooms in hostels, so there is no need to go it alone! If you specifically would like to request your own single room whilst on the trip, this may be requested subject to availability and additional fee.
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How many people do you take on your Trips?
On most of our Overland Adventures and Ultimate Expeditions our vehicles can carry a maximum of 24 travellers, the average however is around 16-20 on any one trip. Our Small Group Adventures have a maximum of 18 people per Tour Leader, although again the average is around 10-14 people.
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Oasis Overland requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of oasis overland charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 33% of booking price.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.