1: Kampala _ Lake Mburo National Park –
Arrival in Kampala and proceed to Lake Mburo National Park. After a short stop on the equator we will have lunch. On the afternoon we enter on the National Park. This is a very beautiful national park, with a lake on the middle where we will camp. We’ll admire zebra, buffalo, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles and if lucky, leopards.

2: Lake Mburo – Mbarara
Game walk with rangers trough the savanna. It is very interesting and beautiful to see the animals while we walk. We leave Lake Mburo behind and we pass trough Mbarara town. Depending on which area we have been given the Gorilla permits, we will sleep in Lake Bunyonyi (camping) or bordering village of Kisoro (local hotel).

3: Bwindi/Mt Gahinga/ Volcanoes NP – Ruhengeri
Using smaller vehicles, we will approach to the area where the gorillas live.
Gorilla tracking on Bwindi/Mt Gahinga/ Volcanoes NP. Night in Ruhengeri (Rwanda), Bwindi or Kisoro, depending on which area we have the Gorilla permits

4: Bwindi/Mt Gahinga/ Volcanoes NP – Lake Bunyoni
Gorilla tracking on Bwindi/Mt Gahinga/ Volcanoes NP (it may be possible to do
the tracking this day instead of the previous day, depending on availability). Nigh
in Lake Bunyonyi. Camping.

5: Queen Elisabeth National Park
Proceed to Queen Elisabeth National park. Here admire elephants, lions, and many other animals. Edward and George lakes connected by the Kazinga channel make the park so interesting. Late on the afternoon we will take a boat trough the channel. Its amazing to see such a big number of hippos and buffaloes near Nile crocodiles. Lunch box; ON camp

6: Kyambura
Early game drive. Those interested in primates, optionally can do a trekking on Kyambura gorge looking for chimps. In the afternoon we will cross the equator for the second time and we will travel parallel to the Mountains of the moon through green lush landscape. ON hotel.

7: Kampala – White Nile –
We drive from Fort Portal to Kampala and after to the White Nile. Our tented camp is in a beautiful location in front of an island. Free afternoon. Tented camp. (here some clients can end the tour; or other clients can arrive and start the tour for the next part. Or on day 08)

8: Free day Jinja
Free day Jinja. Possibility (not included) to do one of the best and most attractive rafting in the world or to chill out on the river shores. Tented camp.

9: Uganda – Kenya
We leave behind Uganda and we enter in Kenya. We will drive trough beautiful landscapes covered with green tea plantations. Tea hotel or other.

10: Masai Mara Reserve
We enter into the Masai Mara Reserve. In the next 2 days we will cruise through its endless savannah admiring the wildlife. We will spend the night in a basic campsite that overlooks the acacia spotted plains.

11: Masai Mara Reserve
We enter into the Masai Mara Reserve. In the next 2 days we will cruise through its endless savannah admiring the wildlife. We will spend the night in a basic campsite that overlooks the acacia spotted plains.

12: Lake Victoria
Crossing the border into Tanzania we reach Lake Victoria, the biggest in Africa
and the 2nd biggest in the world. We will camp on Lake Victoria shore.

13: Serengeti National park
After a morning boat excursion where we can visit a fishermen village, we enter
the emblematic Serengeti National park. Driving through the Western Corridor, we will start encountering wildlife, further in the national park we will let Nature seduce us with its most genuine manifestation of fauna. We will spend the night in a tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti surrounded by spectacular views.

14: Savannah
Morning and afternoon game drives through the beautiful savannah, observing
abundant wildlife in its most natural habitat. Depending on the time of the year, it is also possible we will encounter part of the great Migration here.

15: Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area – Oldupai
Leaving behind the Infinite Savannah, we proceed to Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area, on our way to the top of the crater we stop in Oldupai Gorge where the oldest hominid footsteps so far discovered (dating back to 3.8 million years) were found, and visit a Masai people village, with very interesting culture. Lunch box; ON lodge.

16: Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Eyasi
With the first sunset descend to Ngorongoro Crater, this time with our 4wd vehicles. Also known as Noah’s Arch, Ngorongoro is famous for the variety & density of animals that can be found. Lunch box. After six hours of game drive we will drive to Lake Eyasi. Camping on the shore of the lake.

17: Lake Eyasi
Lake Eyasi area is habitat of 2 of Tanzania’s most ancient tribes; the Datoga,
who’s part form the Masai and the Hadzabe hunters-gatherers. Accompanied by a local guide we will have the opportunity of sharing the every day life of these 2 tribes. Camping on the shore of the lake.

18: Arusha
Drive back to Arusha, one of Tanzania’s most important cities. After the beautiful view of Mt. Meru, we will reach our lodge from where you can perfectly contemplate the awesome Mt. Kilimanjaro – The Roof of Africa. Shopping. ON lodge.
(here some clients can end the tour; or other clients can arrive and start the tour for the next part)

19: Swahili Coast – Usambara Mountains
On our way towards the Swahili Coast we divert our course and drive up the
Usambara Mountains. Dotted with villages, this gracious though unknown rural area
provides us with the possibility of learning about agriculture and traditional
medicines. After an afternoon walk with a local Sambara guide we reach our campsite, in midst of the mountains.

20: Tanga – Zanzibar
Back on the road that leads to the coast, we reach Tanga. We embark on board of light aircraft and after a short 45-minute flight we land in Zanzibar. A minibus takes us up north to the white beaches of Kendwa with its turquoise clear waters. Bungalows on the beach.

21: North of Zanzibar
These 2 days in the north of Zanzibar are perfect for doing snorkeling,
practice diving, go on a dolphin excursion or else just sunbathe on the beach
enjoying the paradisiacal scenery. Bungalows on the beach.

22: North of Zanzibar
These 2 days in the north of Zanzibar are perfect for doing snorkeling,
practice diving, go on a dolphin excursion or else just sunbathe on the beach
enjoying the paradisiacal scenery. Bungalows on the beach.

23: Stonetown
This last day we drive back to Stonetown, the capital of the isle, marked by its
Swahili past. We can take the Spice tour or simply walk through its narrow allies
and history laden streets, enjoying its peoples, markets and architecture. Night in Mtoni Marine hotel, off the center of Stonetown, or similar.

24: Stonetown Zanzibar Airport
Drive to stone town Zanzibar airport for your flight back home.

1: DarEsSelam
Arrival to DarEsSelam. Check-in hotel. Visit the town, the pugu hills, the beaches, the Kunduchi ruins, and if time permits make shopping at the Msasani splipway weekend craft market. ON 4* hotel (Chosen Breezes hotel or other) (supplement given for 5* as Kempisky hotel or other)

2: Selous
Fly to Selous game reserve, a 48,000 kmq reserve, which occupies 5% of Tanzania. Admire large numbers of elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, hippos, giraffes, zebras, lot of antelopes and birds and with luck spot the black rhino. Is a not much frequented by tourists; so the paradise for those customers which like more privacy and time just to see these spectacular views, flora and fauna. ON Rufiji River Camp or Sable Mountain Lodge or lake Manza Tented camp (for luxury services we propose Selous Safari or The Retreat or Sand Rivers Selous)

3: Game drive
Game drive. ON lodge

4: Ruaha
Early morning game drive. Lunch. Then fly to Ruaha, second biggest National park in Tanzania (40,000 kmq). Is home of numerous elephants, buffaloes, greater & lesser kudu, ostrich, Grant gazelles, chitas, many antelopes, and more than 400 species of birds (especially visible next to the Great Ruaha River). Fantastic views also from different hills, which reach till 1,600 mts of altitude too. ON Ruaha River lodge or Mdonya Old River camp (for cheaper options: Ruaha Hilltop lodge or Tandala tented camp)

5: Game drive.
Game drive. ON lodge.

6: Game drive.
Game drive. ON lodge.

7: Zanzibar
Morning game drive. Lunch. Fly then to Zanzibar. Meet your vehicles, which with a short cross of the town, will bring you to your hotel, at the shores of these fantastic beaches. ON Breezes hotel or similar (for upgrading, we propose The Palm as exclusive hotel or the Baraza, luxury accommodations. Or others are/can be proposed)

8: Jozani forest
Relax at your hotels, with activities, diving, swimming, cycling, walking, exploration of the villages, and more. The exploration of Jozani forest for the red colubus monkeys is also organized, if requested. ON Breezes hotel or similar

9: Stone Town
A guided tour of stone town include the slaves market, St Joseph’s cathedral, the Beit El-Ajaib & Beit El-Sahel, mosques, Hamamni Persian baths, Livingston house, the spice markets, and much more. Walking into these narrow streets, by visiting how the local people leave-meet-and enjoy, the shops, colors, history and more, are so exciting. Lunch is organized in a relaxed restaurant with view over the sea at stone town. And finally back for a wonderful sunset, relax, dinner, some music and a good night at your hotel. (Breezes hotel or similar).

10: Zanzibar
Free day for relax. Optional trip to visit the dolphins, or an excursion to Prison Island, can be organized, at supplement cost. As also diving (we have the best diving school of Zanzibar), windsurfing, cycling, snorkeling, swimming, and more: enjoy this fantastic African paradise, with white open beaches, nature, a fantastic culture and people and yourself. Explore with walking around the beach and the nearby villages; meet people, entertain yourself with excellent food, drinks and climate. ON Breezes hotel or other.

11: Zanzibar
Free day for relax. Optional trip to visit the dolphins, or an excursion to Prison Island, can be organized, at supplement cost. As also diving (we have the best diving school of Zanzibar), windsurfing, cycling, snorkeling, swimming, and more: enjoy this fantastic African paradise, with white open beaches, nature, a fantastic culture and people and yourself. Explore with walking around the beach and the nearby villages; meet people, entertain yourself with excellent food, drinks and climate. ON Breezes hotel or other.

12: Ston Town Airport
Drive to stone town airport for your flight. Extend for the parks in Tanzania or Kenya or Uganda, or for the unique history & cultures in Ethiopia (see our Ethiopian programs) or fly back home

EXTENSIONS FOR THIS TOUR
Ethiopia
The unique history & cultures in Ethiopia (see our Ethiopian programs)

Kenya
Extend for the parks in Kenya

Tanzania
Extend for the parks in Tanzania

Uganda
Extend for the parks in Uganda.

1: Dar es Salaam – Selous
Depart Dar es salaam and drive to Selous game reserve dinner and overnight at Mbega tented camp (Outside the park or at Rufiji river camp)

2: Selous
Full day game drive at Selous game reserve, with Full board accommodation at the lodge

3: Selous
Full day game drive at Selous game reserve, evening game drive by Boat at Rufiji river with Full board accommodation at the lodge

4: Selous
Full day game drive at Selous game reserve, Full board accommodation at the lodge

5: Selous – Mikumi N.P.
After Breakfast, depart the lodge and drive to Mikumi national park, for overnight at Vuma hill tented lodge

6: Mikumi N.P.
Full day game drive inside Mikumi national park. Diner and overnight at Vuma Hill tented camp

7: Mikumi N.P. – Udzungwa Mountain
After breakfast drive to Udzungwa for full day hiking around Udzungwa Mountains before returning to Vuma hill tented camp for diner and overnight

8: Udzungwa Mountains – Ruaha N.P.
After breakfast drive to Ruaha national park, packed lunch will be served on the way, late evening drive to Ruaha River lodge for diner and overnight

9: Ruaha National Park
Full day game drives inside Ruaha National Park, with Full board accommodation at Ruaha river lodge

10: Ruaha National Park
Full day game drives inside Ruaha National Park, with Full board accommodation at Ruaha river lodge

11: Ruaha National Park
Full day game drives inside Ruaha National Park, with Full board accommodation at Ruaha river lodge

12: Ruaha and Drive to Morongoro
After breakfast depart Ruaha and Drive to Morongoro Town for overnight at Morongoro Hotel

13: Morongoro – Saadani
Depart Morongoro and drive to Saadani national Park arriving at Saadani lodge for diner and overnight

14: Saadani
Full day game drive, with walking activities around Saadani national park ,before driving back to the lodge for diner and overnight

15: Saadani – Dar es Salam
After breakfast drive back to Dar es salaam

1: Arusha
Arrival Kilimanjaro airport. Meet with your guide. Visit of Arusha, the market, this extremely growing town, coffee plantations, and views over Mt Meru . If you arrive with a morning flight, after check-in, drive to Arusha National park, one of the smallest but very rich National park. Elephants, buffaloes, hippos, different antelopes, baboons & more are visible. ON 3* hotel in ArushA

2: Lake Natron – Ol Doinyo Lengai
Drive to lake Natron, home of numerous flamingoes (mainly during the raining season). View the Ol Doinyo Lengai (Mount of Heaven). Evening visit the water falls. ON camp. Meals by our very good cook

3: Waso Village
Early morning visit flamingoes and other birds; the proceed to Waso village to see different tribes (Maasai tribes, the Sonjo & Swahil people). ON camp

4: Serengeti National Park – Grumeti River
Drive to Serengeti National park, one of the richest in Tanzania. Here a migration of million hartebeest makes the park rich of predator, looking for their passage as a good hunting period. Crocodiles at Grumeti river wait the migration twice a year. Lion, leopard, chitas and more predator follow too the migration. Elephants, giraffes, zebras, Thomson gazelles, impala, hyenas, warthogs and more make this enormous savannah so interesting. ON camping (or lodges)

5: Serengeti
Game drives in the Serengeti. ON camping (or lodges)

6: Ngorongoro -Masai Village
Morning game drive. Then afternoon drive to Ngorongoro conservational area, visit one Masai village (the Masai are some of the most attractive people living in the Tanzania plains, with very interesting culture). ON in hotel

7: Ngorongoro
Game drive at Ngorongoro: is habitat of lot of animals: elephant, lion, black rhino, buffalo, leopard, chitas, giraffes, hippos, servals, and more. ON in hotel

8: Lake Eyasi – Bush Men
Drive to lake Eyasi, and visit different very interesting tribes as the Datoga, the famous hadzabe {bush men}, the mbulu, and a mixture of swahili tribes because of cultuvation of onions and fishing in the lakes. ON camp

9: Bush Men
Early morning drive to the BUSH MEN, to admire their way of life , you can participate to their hunt and also dance with them. Is really an amazing experience. ON camp

10: Lake Mayara National Park
Drive to lake Mayara National park,with a very nice vegetation at its entrance and then the savannah around lake Manyara. Is the only park where with luck you can spot the famous tree climbing lions. Lot of birds, hippos, and other animals, as elephants, make this park so interesting. ON hotel

11: Tarangire National Park
In the morning drive to TARANGIRE national park. Game drive. Here thousands of elephants, hundreds of baobab trees and many oher animals make your day so exciting. ON SAFARI LOGDE OR SOPA LODGE

12: Arusha – Moishi
Drive to Arusha, and proceed to Moishi. Visit this very nice town under Mr Kilimanjaro. Have lunch. Some shopping. ON Leopard Hotel Moshi or similar

13: Mkomazi Game Reserve – Usambara – Pangani Town
Drive to Mkomazi Game reserve. So proceed to Usambara mountains, for fantastic views and if market days, visit the markets at Bumbuli or Lushoto or Mlalo or Soni, really very colorful. Reach the very interesting Pangani town; and ON Emayani Beach Hotel or other

14: Saadani National Park
The beaches here are so colorful, attractive, wild and free. Views are fantastic. And being able to interact with the local people is fantastic. Proceed then to Saadani National park, the only park in Tanzania with a part of forest and the extremities ending on a beach. Visit hippos and crocodiles (at Wami river), lot of birds as the hamerkop, then giraffes, elephants, and more. ON camp next to the beach, at Saadani Safari lodge, or next to the river, at Kinyonga

15: Bagamoyo – Tanganika – Kunduchi ruins
Proceed to the historic town of Bagamoyo, and admire the dhow traiding with Zanzibar and other places, which bring your mind back in the past and lot of history. Here historians as David Livingstone, Richard Burton, Henry Morton Stanley and many more started and ended their expeditions.
Proceed the tour to DarEsSelam, previous capital of Tanganika. Visit the town, the pugu hills, the beaches, the Kunduchi ruins, and if time permits make shopping at the Msasani splipway weekend craft market. ON 4* hotel (Chosen Breezes hotel or other) (supplement given for 5*)

16: Ferryboat for Zanzibar
Take a ferryboat for Zanzibar (around 1030 am to reach Stone town around 1230 hrs) and board to this fantastic island. Meet your vehicles, which with a short cross of the town, will bring you to your hotel, at the shores of these fantastic beaches. ON Breezes hotel or similar (for upgrading, we propose The Palm as exclusive hotel or the Baraza, luxury accommodations. Or others are/can be proposed

17: Zanzizbar
Relax at your hotels, with activities, diving, swimming, cycling, walking, exploration of the villages, and more. The exploration of Jozani forest for the red colubus monkeys is also organized, if requested. ON Breezes hotel or similar

18: Zanzibar; A guided tour of stone town
A guided tour of stone town include the slaves market, St Joseph’s cathedral, the Beit El-Ajaib & Beit El-Sahel, mosques, Hamamni Persian baths, Livingston house, the spice markets, and much more. Walking into these narrow streets, by visiting how the local people leave-meet-and enjoy, the shops, colors, history and more, are so exciting. Lunch is organized in a relaxed restaurant with view over the sea at stone town. And finally back for a wonderful sunset, relax, dinner, some music and a good night at your hotel. (Breezes hotel or similar

19: Zanzibar; Free day
Free day for relax. Optional trip to visit the dolphins, or an excursion to Prison Island, can be organized, at supplement cost. As also diving (we have the best diving school of Zanzibar), windsurfing, cycling, snorkeling, swimming, and more: enjoy this fantastic African paradise, with white open beaches, nature, a fantastic culture and people and yourself. Explore with walking around the beach and the nearby villages; meet people, entertain yourself with excellent food, drinks and climate. ON Breezes hotel or other

20: Stone Town Airport
Drive to stone town airport for your flight. Extend for the parks in Tanzania or Kenya or Uganda, or for the unique history & cultures in Ethiopia (see our Ethiopian programs) or fly back home

EXTENSIONS FOR THIS TOUR
Ethiopia
The unique history & cultures in Ethiopia (see our Ethiopian programs)

Ethiopia
The unique history & cultures in Ethiopia (see our Ethiopian programs)

Kenya
Kenya

Tanzania
Extend for the parks in Tanzania

Uganda
Uganda

1: Arusha Arrival Kilimanjaro airport. Meet with your guide. Visit of Arusha, the market, this extremely growing town, coffee plantations, and views over Mt MeruTour Details

1: Kilimanjaro Airport – Lake Manyara (01/02 day)
On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport you will be met and assisted onto your Regional Air scheduled flight to Lake Manyara Airstrip. On arrival your guide from Lake Manyara Tree Lodge or other will meet and transfer you to the camp for your two night stay.

3: Ngorongoro Crater (03/04 day)
After an early morning game drive and breakfast you will be transferred by vehicle, through the park and up the Great Rift Valley escarpment to the Ngorongoro Conservation. Here you will spend two nights at The Ngorongoro Crater Lodge.

5: Serengeti National Park (05/06 day)
After an early morning visit to the crater and breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara Airstrip in time for your Regional Air’s scheduled departure for either Klein’s Camp or Grumeti River Camp or similar for your two night stay in the Serengeti.

7: Flight
After an early morning game drive and breakfast you will return to the airstrip in time for Regional Air’s scheduled flight to other destination

1: Arriving – Transfer
Arriving- Transfer to Meru View Lodge or similar for Dinner & ON

2: Arusha NP
Daytrip to Arusha NP with walking tour accompanied by armed ranger and game drive. Meru View Lodge or similar for Dinner & overnight

3: Manyara NP
To Manyara NP for game drive, ON Lake Manyara, Migunga Tented Camp or similar

4: Serengeti National Park (04/05 day)
To Serengeti for game drive. Overnight Moivaro Ikoma Tented Camp or other

6: Ngorongoro Crater (06/07 days)
To Ngorongoro Crater for Descend onto the crater floor for half day game drive with picnic lunch; Overnight Plantation Lodge, Karatu or other

8: Meru View Lodge
Bback to Meru View Lodge for overnight

9: Departure
Departure

1: Arriving – Tarangire
Arriving – Lunch; drive Tarangire for dinner & ON Tarangire Safari Lodge or similar

2: Tarangire N.P.
Game drive Tarangire National park; dinner& ON Karatu Plantation Lodge or similar

3: Ngorongoro Crater
Descend onto the crater floor for full day game with picnic lunch; Dinner & ON at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge, Ndutu Safari Lodge or similar

4: Serengeti National Park
Full day game drive at Serengeti National park; Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa or similar.

5: Serengeti – Seronera Airport – Zanzibar
Game drive at Serengeti on the way to Seronera Airport where you will connect with flight to Zanzibar – Dinner and overnight at Blue Bay or similar.

6: Zanzibar – Stone Town (06/07 day)
Zanzibar for Stone town, spice tour, Jozani forest, Prison Island, beaches and relax

7: Flight
Flying to Dar to connect with 16.40 ET scheduled flight to Ethiopia or other flights to other destinations.

1: Tarangire N.P.
Arriving – Lunch; drive Tarangire for dinner & ON Tarangire Safari Lodge or similar

2: Tarangire N.P.
Game drive Tarangire National park; dinner& ON Karatu Plantation Lodge or similar

3: Ngorongoro Crater (03/04 day)
Descend onto the crater floor for full day game with picnic lunch; Dinner & ON at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge, Ndutu Safari Lodge or similar

5: Serengeti National Park (05/06 day)
Full day game drive at Serengeti National park; Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa or similar.

7: Serengeti – Seronera Airport – Zanzibar
Am game drive at Serengeti on the way to Seronera Airport where you will connect with flight to Zanzibar – Dinner and overnight at Blue Bay or similar.

8: Zanzibar – Stone Town (08/09/10 day)
Zanzibar for Stone town, spice tour, Jozani forest, Prison Island, beaches, relax

9: Dar to connect
Flying to Dar to connect with 16.40 ET scheduled flight to Ethiopia or other flights to other destinations.

There is no doubt about it, Tanzania’s open game filled plains and Rift Valley scenery are the stuff that African dreams are made of. The lodges we use on this safari feature spacious accommodation, all suites have a sitting room, en suite bathroom, a large bedroom as well as a verandah offering wonderful views of the African wilds. The lodges welcome children and we will be happy to prepare a costing based on your family group.
Travel by road will give you the opportunity to enjoy spectacular scenery and the passing parade of Masai life. The little visited Tarangire National Park offers a diversity of habitats and the permanent rivers attract game all year round. The Park is also famous for its huge baobab trees and breathtaking scenery. So too is the Ngorongoro Crater – a World Heritage Site and a full day exploring the various habitats of the Crater floor will reveal an abundance of resident game species including lion, rhino and elephant.
Stopping at Olduvai Gorge provides the opportunity to learn more about early human ancestors as well as view a fascinating collection of fossils dating back across millennia. Enjoy 2 days of game viewing in the magnificent Serengeti National Park before returning to Arusha by air to save the long drive back over the roads that you have just covered. (or you can choose always to drive back.)

1: Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is easily accessible and boasts magnificent herds of elephant and other species of wildlife. overnight at our comfortable lodge

2: Ngorongoro Crater (02/03 days)
After a morning game depart for Ngorongoro Crater where you will overnight at a lodge perched high on the Crater rim and overlooking this spectacular caldera. During your 2 night stay, enjoy a full day of game viewing on the floor of the Crater with a stop for a picnic lunch. All meals and game viewing activities are included.

4: Serengeti National Park (04/05 day)
Drive to Serengeti National Park. A visit will be made en route to Olduvai Gorge, renowned for the fossil deposits of early hominids. A picnic lunch will be provided. During your 2 night stay in the Serengeti National Park, all meals and game viewing activities are included.

6: Seronera Airstrip – Arusha
Morning transfer to the Seronera Airstrip for a flight back to Arusha. (or can choose the drive back). Transfer to the town centre arriving around noon. Road or air transfers to Nairobi can be arranged.