12-Day Animals & Islands

12-Day Animals & Islands
12 Days in South Africa

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Set out on foot in Tarangire, a rugged and beautiful slice of wilderness, famous for vast herds of elephant, magnificent big cats and a colourful and varied birdlife. Watch the Great Migration come alive in the Serengeti and marvel as millions of wildebeest thunder across the plains. Game drive through the Ngorongoro crater and be wowed by the variety of animals. Head to Zanzibar Island where the exotic blend of white sand, sparkling waters and Swahili culture demands nothing but relaxation.

Tour Summary

You'll go to Tanzania

You'll visit Arusha, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Serengeti NP & Zanzibar

This tour starts in Arusha & ends in Zanzibar - Getting there

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

Minimum age of 12 years

The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), nature hikes/walks, canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip

Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle

Getting around: air transfer

This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day	Accommodation	Meals
1	Onsea House Luxury guest house in or near Arusha	Breakfast Included
2-3	Oliver's Camp Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) inside Tarangire NP	All Meals Included
4-5	The Highlands Luxury+ tented camp inside Ngorongoro Highlands	All Meals Included
6-7	Ubuntu Migration Camp Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) inside Serengeti NP	All Meals Included
8-11	Matemwe Lodge Luxury lodge in or near Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar)	Breakfast Included
12	End of tour (No accommodation)	All Meals Included

Next:Day by Day

Arrival

(See Getting there for more details)

You'll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1 Overnight in Arusha

You will be met at the airport and driven to Onsea House in Arusha. This house is located to the southeast of Arusha National Park, some seven kilometres from the town of Arusha. A large, exclusive property, Onsea House has an especially warm, welcoming atmosphere as the owners are also your hosts, ensuring quality services and exceptional cuisine. Beyond the grounds, many hidden gems wait to be explored and examined, including birding, hiking, cultural activities and more. Onsea House is a great base from which to enjoy a wide variety of activities, although most do come at an extra cost. A visit to Arusha National Park is a real treat, with one-day safaris further afield also available. Explore the traditional cultural and community projects nearby; buy holiday reminders at lesser-known retail hotspots recommended by your hosts; enjoy local sporting facilities to get a bit of a workout; or simply chill on a pool recliner, cocktail in hand.

Main Destination:	Arusha
Accommodation:	Onsea House Luxury guest house located in or near Arusha
Meals & Drinks:	Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Day 2-3 Game drives in Tarangire National Park

You will be transferred by air to Tarangire National Park where you will be met and driven to Oliver's Camp. Oliver’s tented camp is the perfect camp for those with an appetite for adventure. Set a little off the beaten track, beside marshland in the secluded Tarangire National Park, Oliver’s offers basic luxury and a great escape from the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater crowds. Oliver’s is renowned for great guiding, walking safaris and fly camping inside the national park. Tarangire is best known for its walking safaris - a chance to get up close and personal with larger than life mammals. There’s also the adventurous fly camp option (no wings or plane required), a smaller lightweight tent in the heart of the wilderness, accessible by foot. The park also offers game drives twice daily as well as nocturnal excursions that reveal all the secrets of the dark. If you really do want to take to the skies, a hot air balloon safari can be prearranged.

Main Destination:	Tarangire National Park
Best Time to Visit June to October (Animals come to the river) High Season June to October (The park is full of tourists) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Tarangire National Park Elephant Abundant Giraffe Common Lion Common Buffalo Common Zebra Abundant Wildebeest Abundant Hippo Common Hyena Occasional Leopard Rare Cheetah Rare Wild Dog Very Rare White Rhino None Black Rhino None Show More
Accommodation:	Oliver's Camp Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:	All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4-5 Game Drives set on the slopes of the Olmoti Volcano

Following your stay at Oliver's Camp, you will be transferred to The Highlands Camp, Tanzania. This creative and unique camp is set on the slopes of the Olmoti Volcano, in a prime location known for its exclusivity, away from the other camps in the region. Inspired by the local Maasai bomas, the dome shaped tents provide stylish comfort, a stone's throw from ‘Africa’s Eden’, the Ngorongoro Crater. The suites are generously spaced, offering privacy and spectacular sweeping views of the Crater floor and Serengeti beyond. Game drives are the key to safari success in the Ngorongoro Crater allowing you to spend a full day reveling in the extraordinary wildlife found in the region. Walks and hikes are a great way to vary your experience and explore the spectacular scenery. While a Maasai cultural walk will introduce you to the local customs, traditional plant uses and ancient stories of the tribal people that call this region home.

Main Destination:	Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:	The Highlands Luxury+ tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:	All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6-7 Witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti

You will be transferred by plane to your next lodge, Ubuntu. Set in the heart of the bush, Ubuntu is a small, no-fuss, good value mobile camp that oozes authenticity and effortless charm. The camp moves between several locations in the Serengeti to follow the Great Migration - Mara Camp in the North (December - March), West Camp in the North-West (May - July), and Ndutu in the South (July - November). The main focus of this camp is undoubtedly the Great Migration and the untouched wilderness in which it happens. The focus of Ubuntu Camp is to keep you as close to the Great Migration action as possible, and this is best done through vehicle-based safari. In the southern camp, a walking safari is an exceptional way to take in all the magical subtleties of the bush, from the animal's perspective. Cultural evenings can be organised by Ubuntu camp - providing a chance to meet the friendly locals and witness the unique rhythm of Africa.

Main Destination:	Serengeti National Park
Best Time to Visit June to February (Areas are best at different times) High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Serengeti National Park Elephant Common Giraffe Common Lion Common Cheetah Common Zebra Abundant Wildebeest Abundant Buffalo Common Hippo Common Hyena Common Leopard Occasional Black Rhino Very Rare Wild Dog Rare White Rhino None Show More
Accommodation:	Ubuntu Migration Camp Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:	All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 8-11 Beach front luxury, coral reefs and watersports

You will be flown to the Island of Zanzibar. Situated on Zanzibar’s beautiful north east coastline, Matemwe Beach Lodge is the perfect destination for holiday goers looking for crystal waters, relaxation and sun (June to March). One of the original lodgings in the area, it offers affordable luxury and unspoiled views of the Indian Ocean’s sapphire waters and Mnemba Island. With swinging hammocks and colourful cocktails, swaying palm trees, vibrant coral reefs, rich marine life, water sports, and fresh seafood, it’s an African beach paradise. Activities at Matemwe are mostly aquatic and as such are governed by the tides. Guests can partake in snorkeling, diving, canoeing, guided reef walks, kite surfing, deep sea fishing, kayak tours along the reef, boating and dhow trips. There are also land based trips to explore the island’s ancient history, Jozani forest and exotic spice trade. If all that has you exhausted, there’s always a rejuvenating treatment on hand at the main lodge’s spa.

Main Destination:	Zanzibar Island (Beach)
Accommodation:	Matemwe Lodge Luxury lodge located in or near Matemwe Beach
Meals & Drinks:	Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Day 12 Finish in Zanzibar

You will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.

Main Destination:	Zanzibar Airport
Accommodation:	No accommodation
Meals & Drinks:	All meals included Drinks not included

End of tour

(See Getting there for more details)

You'll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Next: Rates

Important to Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour must be paid in US dollars (USD). The ZAR rates shown are converted for information purposes only. Disclaimer
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.

Rates Per Person

Inclusions

Rates Per Person

AUD

USD

ZAR

EUR

GBP

Start dates	Solo 1 room	2+ people Sharing rooms

Mar 26, 2020 - Apr 28, 2020	$10337	$7726
Apr 29, 2020 - May 22, 2020	$9696	$7138
May 23, 2020 - Jun 3, 2020	$10253	$7642

Jun 4, 2020 - Jun 26, 2020	$10421	$7810
Jun 27, 2020 - Jul 22, 2020	$11627	$9069
Jul 23, 2020 - Aug 25, 2020	$12138	$9405

Aug 26, 2020 - Oct 23, 2020	$11459	$8817
Oct 24, 2020 - Nov 13, 2020	$10337	$7726
Nov 14, 2020 - Dec 16, 2020	$10253	$7642

Dec 17, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020	$11459	$8817

N/A* = Not Available. This is Unavailable For Single Travelers.

Mar 26, 2020 - Apr 28, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 - May 22, 2020

May 23, 2020 - Jun 3, 2020

Jun 4, 2020 - Jun 26, 2020

Jun 27, 2020 - Jul 22, 2020

Jul 23, 2020 - Aug 25, 2020

Aug 26, 2020 - Oct 23, 2020

Oct 24, 2020 - Nov 13, 2020

Nov 14, 2020 - Dec 16, 2020

Dec 17, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020

N/A* = Not Available. This is Unavailable For Single Travelers.

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Included

Park fees(For non-residents)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

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Included

Park fees(For non-residents)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Getting There

This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Zanzibar, Tanzania

This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help

Fly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) near Arusha. Or fly to Arusha Airport (ARK) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)

Fly back from Abeid Amani Karume Airport (ZNZ) on Zanzibar. Or fly from Dar es Salaam (DAR) . There are daily ferries between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.