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Day 01:
Arrive Arusha, Tanzania
Upon arrival into Kilimanjaro International Airport and
after clearing customs and immigration, you will be met
in our traditional champagne-style and transferred
to the Moivaro Coffee Lodge. This beautiful small lodge
is located on an historic 40-acre coffee farm near Arusha,
amid natural forest. From the hotel you have a fantastic
view of Mount Meru. The lodge is an ideal starting point
for the Safaris in the Northern Circuit. Moivaro has a
total of 40 cottages well positioned in the beautiful
gardens. Each cottage is individually placed around the
coffee plantation which ensures they are private and very
cozy. The interiors are fairly basic but very neat and
very comfortable. Each of the 40 picturesque cottages
has its own verhanda and there is a swimming pool, children's
playground, bar and restaurant as well as jogging path,
massage room and internet facilities. Dinner and Overnight
at Moivaro Coffee Lodge, All Meals included.
Day 2:
Lake Manyara National Park
Your honeymoon adventure starts with a visit to the famed
Lake Manyara National Park. Nestling at the base of the
Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park is recognized for
its incredible beauty. In Lake Manyara National Park,
the hauntingly beautiful soda lake sprawls on the Rift
Valley floor, below the sheer red cliffs of the escarpment.
Sometimes pink-tinged with the wings of migratory flamingos,
Lake Manyara is home to pelicans and many other bird species.
Elephant, hippo, monkey, leopard and bushbuck are found
in the unique groundwater forest. Closer to the vast lake,
flat-topped acacia trees and open grassland are host to
plains species and the famous tree-climbing Manyara lions.
You can see many game animals such as Buffalo, Elephant,
Giraffe, Impala, hippo and others. Overnight at Lake
Manyara Serena Lodge. All meals included.
It is difficult to imagine a more spectacular setting
for this lodge - on the edge of the Mto Wa Mbu escarpment,
overlooking the Great Rift Valley and the stunning Manyara
soda lake. The extraordinary birdlife has made this place
world-renowned among ornithologists, who come to observe
the masses of pink flamingos and great birds of prey.
The abundant birdlife inspired the design of the Lodge
- swooping curves are complemented by soft, geometric
patterns; striking murals depict bird migration patterns.The
circular shape of the buildings is a tribute to indigenous
architectural traditions in Tanzania. Beyond the superb
standards of hospitality offered, there is a spirit of
tranquility that prevails. The lodge is comprised of 67
luxury rooms. Lake Manyara Serena Lodge. All meals
included.
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater &
Conservation Area
This morning enjoy a relaxing breakfast before driving
the short distance to the "eighth wonder of the world",
the Ngorongoro Crater. Driving up the slopes of the lush
green mountain and arriving at the rim of the crater ,
the first glimpse takes your breath away. The floor of
this collapsed volcano spreads for 102 sq. miles and the
walls are 2000 feet high, a truly awesome sight. The crater
floor is a virtual "Noah's Ark", inhabited by
almost every species of wildlife indigenous to East Africa.
It contains a river, several swamps, a soda lake - complete
with flamingoes, a forest and open plains. After checking
in to your lodge, perched high on the crater rim, and
enjoying lunch at the lodge, youll depart with your
guide and descend to the crater floor for an afternoon
of wildlife viewing. In the early evening return to your
lodge with time to freshen up and enjoy a drink at
at your lodge.
This is one of the most luxurous lodges in Tanzania, perched
on the edge of the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater
a World Heritage site! Inspired in design by the Maasai
mud-and-stick manyatta (homestead), three intimate camps
comprise romantic suites. Without doubt, the Ngorongoro
Crater Lodge is one of Africa's architecturally most spectacular
safari lodges. It consists of three camps with Maasai-inspired
suites. Each suite's opulent design blends with African
art elements in unexpected harmony. The facilities include
a central living area, viewing decks overlooking the awesome
crater. Overnight at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. All
meals included.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater &
Conservation Area
Early morning game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater.
As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with
its 2000 ft. high walls, you can expect to see lions,
elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos,
antelopes, many birds and other species. Your Driver/Guide
will be in contact with other safari drivers and will
amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals.
In the afternoon walking Safari on the crater rim. Overnight
at the Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. All meals included. (Note:
on that day it is also possible to do a full day walking
Safari in the Olmoti or Empakaai Crater, in the Ngorongoro
Highlands). Overnight at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge.
All meals included.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast you start on your way to Serengeti National
Park. A picnic lunch will be provided. On the way you
will stop at the Olduvai Gorge where anthropologists Louis
and Mary Leakey made many significant discoveries, contributing
to the theory that human life originated in Africa. After
stopping for your picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping)
in Serengeti you will continue further into the park and
go on a game drive. Overnight in Serengeti, Serengeti
Serena Lodge. Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge is set high
on a hill with breathtaking vistas of sweeping grasslands
and the unspoiled wilderness landscape of the Serengeti
plains. Big game feed in full view of the lodge, and especially
during April and June the migration passes through this
area! The lodge design is simple but stunning. Inspired
by a traditional African village, separate rondavel "huts"
house the luxury guest rooms that have their own view
of the vast Serengeti plains. A delightful water feature
runs through the main public areas, creating a natural
source of waterborne plants. All 66 guest rooms have private
balconies with views of the Serengeti plains. Overnight
at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge. All meals included.
Day 6:
Serengeti National Park
A full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending
on the time of year and the migration of the herds you
can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes,
zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and
many birds and other species. As in Ngorongoro your Driver/Guide
will be in contact with other safari drivers and will
amaze you with his skill at locating the hidden animals.
Overnight in Serengeti, Serengeti Serena Lodge.
All meals included.
Day 7: Fly To Zanzibar - Stone
Town
In the morning we bring you to Seronera airstrip, for
a flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar (short stopover
in Arusha). Met on arrival and transferred to the Zanzibar
Serena Inn in Stonetown. On the way we will do the famous
Spice Tour: We have developed a special Spice Tour with
in depth information not only about spices, but also organically
grown herbs and a detailed description about their traditional
uses in medicine cosmetics and cooking. Arrive at the
hotel for Dinner and Overnight at Zanzibar Serena Inn
(Half Board)
Day 8: Zanzibar - Exploring Stone
Town
Today we will show you Stone Town on our Historical Stone
Town Tour. This tour takes you through fabled Stone Town,
where history appears to stand still. With visits to the
House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People's Palace),
Dr Livingston's House and the Arab Fort amongst others,
it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You
will see Zanzibar's bustling market, winding alleyways,
ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and
countless mosques! Alternatively you can do a boat tour
to Prison Island, the Safari Blue or a private island
trip (full day, extra costs).Overnight at the Zanzibar
Serena Inn (Half Board)
Day 9: Transfer to Zanzibar Beach
Transfer to the exclusive 5 Star Hotel, Zamani Zanzibar
Kempinski located on Zanzibars most romantic beach front
for your 5 nights stay. The Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski
is the Zanzibar's leading international resort, situated
on the north-east coast of the island, featuring world
class luxury. The hideaway resort offers 110 rooms, 7
private villas, an exclusive beach club and a romantic
Jetty Bar above the Indian Ocean. The hotel is perfect
destination for honeymoon or wedding vacations as well
as meetings & incentives. After being voted in 2007
as the best hotel in category "Luxury Villa Resort"
at the World Luxury Hotel Awards and Leading Resort in
Tanzania at the World Travel Awards, Zamani has once again
been nominated for the World Luxury Awards in 2009. Zamani
Zanzibar Kempinski (Half Board)
Day 10 -13: 4 Nights Zanzibar
- Relaxing
/ Exploring The Sunny Beaches
Relax and enjoy the endless beaches of Zanzibar while
staying in your beach hotel. Unique in both facilities
and services, Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski is a resort with
a focus on leisure, energy and activity. Whether you are
looking for some action and adventure or the ultimate
in relaxation, look no further. From leisurely sunbathing
to riding the waves on a windsurfer or a rejuvenating
massage, there is truly something for everyone. There
is a wide range of water sport activities you can do,
like snorkeling, scuba diving, boat trips and more. Zamani
Zanzibar Kempinski (Half Board)
Day
14: Back To Airport + Depart
Morning at leisure. This afternoon after lunch you will
transferred back to the Zanzibar Airport for your home-bound
/ onward travel arrangements. Other meals aloft. AfriChoice!
representative will re-confirm your onward flight, and
assist you at check-in. For any enquiries / changes regarding
this safari, please Contact Our Sales Department. Tailor-made
and Extension options to this safari are available on
request.(Breakfast, Lunch)
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