9 Days Tanzania Bush Expedition

Tanzania is a diverse and captivating destination that offers a rich tapestry of experiences. It's a land where you can immerse yourself in the wonders of wildlife, relax on pristine beaches, engage with warm and welcoming locals, explore fascinating cultures, and witness iconic landmarks like the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro. The enchanting Zanzibar Archipelago adds an exotic coastal dimension to this adventure. Tanzania seamlessly blends these elements into a single, inviting package, promising an unforgettable journey through its natural beauty, vibrant traditions, and a tapestry of unique encounters that will leave a lasting impression.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our team will transfer you to your designated hotel. Here, you'll check in and receive a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming tour, including essential information about the destinations and important do's and don'ts. Following this, you'll have the remainder of the day to relax and prepare for tomorrow's excursion to Arusha National Park, scheduled for 07:00 AM.

Day 2: Arusha National Park

Early morning breakfast then afterward, you'll check out of the hotel and embark on a journey to Arusha National Park. The drive to the park takes approximately one hour and 30 minutes. Expected arrival at Arusha National Park is at 08:30 AM. Upon entry, your day's game drive commences, offering opportunities to spot diverse wildlife, including Buffaloes, Giraffes, Warthogs, Zebras, Black and White Colobus Monkeys, Blue Monkeys, Elephants, Bushbucks, Leopards, and more. The park is also home to a variety of bird species like Hadada ibis, Helmeted Guinea Fowl, Hornbills, Trogon, Starlings, and many others. In the afternoon, you'll be transferred to a hotel for lunch. Later in the afternoon, at 3:30 PM, you'll set out for an evening game drive. During this drive, you'll have the opportunity to visit two remarkable geographical features: Mount Meru, standing at 4.8 km with panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro covered in snow, and Lake Manyara, hosting aquatic life, including Flamingos, Pelicans, Shoebills, Grebes, and supporting aquatic plants like algae that attract diverse.

Day 3: Arusha National Park - Lake Manyara National Park

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel at 06:25 AM. Then, check out at 07:00 AM, and enjoy a morning game drive in Arusha National Park. It takes about three hours to reach Lake Manyara National Park. Expected arrival at Lake Manyara National Park is at 10:00 AM. After entering the park, your day's game drive commences, offering opportunities to spot wildlife such as Wildebeest, Zebras, Thomson's and Grant's Gazelles, Plains Zebras, Bushbucks, Waterbucks, and various bird species like the Ground Hornbill, Marabou Stork, Grey Heron, and Vultures. In the afternoon head to the hotel for lunch before embarking on an evening game drive at Lake Manyara, where you might spot Hippos in their pools, Elephants on the shores, Hyenas, Serval Cats, Honey Badgers, African Civets, Mongooses, Cheetahs, Leopards, Jackals, and a variety of bird species, including Flamingoes, North Shovelers, Yellow-billed Storks, Pelicans, Black-winged Slits, Pied Avocets, Caspian Plovers, Ruffs, and Common Gull-billed Terns. At 5:30 PM, you'll return to the hotel for dinner and accommodation, preparing for your tour to Serengeti National Park the next day.

Day 4, 5 & 6: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel then, check out and proceed to Serengeti National Park. The journey to Serengeti takes approximately three hours. Expected arrival at Serengeti National Park is at 11:00 AM. You'll enjoy three days of thrilling game drives in the park, offering opportunities to spot wildlife like Giraffes, Elephants, Hippos, Migratory Wildebeests, Plains Zebras, Heartbeests, Duikers, and a variety of bird species, including Hadada Ibis, Lapwings, Longcraws, Spoonbills, Starlings, Weavers, Common Bulbuls, and Crown Cranes. Meals and accommodation will be provided at the same hotel during these three days. Game drives will be conducted from 07:00 AM to 12:30 PM for lunch breaks and from 03:30 PM to 06:00 PM for supper and accommodation. During your stay in Serengeti, you'll also have the opportunity to visit Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Rift Valley while walking along the crater's rim. Here, you might spot wildlife such as Zebras, Wildebeests, Elands, Grant's Gazelles, Thomson's Gazelles, Elephants, Buffaloes, Spotted.

7 & 8: Serengeti National Park - Tarangire National Park

Breakfast then check out of your lodge. While bidding farewell to the Serengeti National Park, embark on a morning game drive, allowing you to observe the park's diverse wildlife, encompassing both flora and fauna. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the park's striking geographical features, including water bodies, valleys, and expansive plains. Around 1145hrs, you'll arrive at Tarangire National Park. Once you've completed the park's check-in process, set off on a game drive en route to your hotel. At 1230hrs, you'll check in at the hotel for a refreshing lunch break, followed by a leisurely 3-hour relaxation period before embarking on an evening game drive at 1530hrs. During the evening game drive, keep your eyes peeled for a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalos, waterbucks, giraffes, dik-diks, impalas, and an array of bird species such as the pied kingfisher, pygmy falcon, hornbills, and storks. You may also spot reptiles like climbing tree venomous cobras, tortoises, and agama lizards. The park's dominant vegetation includes baobab trees, acacias, red oak savannah grass, and various shrubs. Return to your hotel in the evening where you’ll prepare for an early morning game drive the next day at 0600hrs within the same park.

Day 9: Tarangire National Park - Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, check out of the hotel with packed picnic lunch boxes, and enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire National Park. On your way to Kilimanjaro International Airport, you'll have the opportunity to encounter the Maasai community of Tanzania, where you can engage in their cultural activities such as dances, traditional worship, fire-making, and explore their artifacts. A brief stop at a curio shop allows for a 30-minute souvenir shopping experience. Subsequently, proceed to Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you're expected to arrive at 1500hrs. At this point, bid farewell to your guide and driver as you prepare to board your international flight.

What is Included in the Package

- Park Fees
- Transport By 4×4 safari jeep
- Accommodation
- 3 Meals a day
- Bottled Drinking Water
- Game Drives
- Services of a qualified driver-guide

Excluded in the Package

- Tips
- Items of personal nature
- Visa
- Flights
- All expenses of personal nature
- Drinks and any other item not specified above

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