* Mount Kilimanjaro Trek tour-5 Days
* Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking holidays – 6 Days 5 Nights
* Mount Meru Hiking safari-4 Days

Day 01: Arusha – Marangu Gate – Mandara Hut.
Pick up from your hotel at 07H30 and depart Arusha for Marangu Gate. Begin trekking through the rain forests, for 3-4 hours to Mandara Hut (2750m) Overnight stay.

Day 02: To Horombo Hut.
After breakfast, leave the glades of the rain forest and continue trekking into open rolling moorland. The trek takes about 5-6 hours to *Horombo Hut (3807m) Overnight stay.

Day 03: To Kibo Hut
After a good night’s rest, trek past the last water point to reach Kibo saddle, a broad desert zone between the two peaks of Kibo and Mawenzi. Kibo Hut (4725m) is reached in 5-6 hours. Overnight stay.

Day 04: To Uhuru Peak – Horombo Hut
The start for the summit is made just after midnight. The steepest part of the route is to Gillman’s point (5700m) 5-6 hours. A further one and a half hours walk to Uhuru Peak (5895m). Then descend to Horombo Hut (5-6). Overnight stay.

Day 05: Horombo – Arusha
The day is spent descending to the Marangu Gate. Transfer to Arusha possible extension for Zanzibar beach holiday or Safari.

Day 01: Arusha – Machame Gate – Machame Hut Campsite
An early start with a drive from Arusha to Machame gate. Begin trekking through the rain forests on a winding trail, for 5-7 hours to the Machame hut campsite (3100m) overnight.

Day 02: To Shira Hut Campsite
After breakfast, leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing a little valley and walking along a steep rocky ridge covered with heather. The route then turns west onto a river gorge at 3658m (5-7hours). Overnight at *Shira Hut campsite.

Day 03: To Barranco Hut Campsite
From the Shira Plateau, continue trekking east towards the lava tower called “the shark’s tooth”. Shortly after the tower you come to a junction leading to the arrow glacier. Continue to Barranco Hut campsite (3950m) for overnight (5-7hours).

Day 04: To Barafu Hut Campsite
Leaving Barranco continue walking on a steep ridge passing the Barranco wall, through the Karanga Valley and the junction which is connected to the Mweka trail. Continue trekking to Barafu Hut campsite (4600m) for overnight (8-9hours). The two peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo can be seen from this point.

Day 05: To Uhuru Peak – Mweka Hut Campsite
Just after midnight trek to Stella point (5745m) on the way to the Summit, the Uhuru Peak. This part of the climb takes about 8 hours. You have now reached the highest point in Africa ((5895m)!! From the summit descend to Mweka hut campsite (3100m) for overnight (5hours).

Day 06: To Mweka Park Gates – Arusha
The day is spent descending to the Mweka park gates (3-4hours). Transfer to Arusha possible extension for Zanzibar beach holiday or Safari.

Arrival Services Transfer to Arusha
If you are coming from Nairobi we will arrange a express shuttle bus to pick you up from your Hotel or Nairobi Airport the 1st shuttle leaves at 7:30 am and the 2nd leaves at 2:00 pm. If you are arriving direct to Kilimanjaro Airport we will meet you at the Airport or shuttle terminal and transfer to your hotel of your choice in Arusha or proceed with safari.

Tanzania Walking Safari
We drive to the Ngorongoro Carter for spectacular game viewing. Within this crater are most species of East Africa’s wildlife, including the rare Black rhino and large prides of lion. High above the crater Maasai guides lead us on a four -day trek in the Conservation area to view the many species for which the reserve is famous.

Day 01: Arusha to Mt Meru
07:30 am depart Arusha for Arusha National Park. The route begins at the Momella gate, crossing the Ngarenyanyuki River, passing through the forest up to the Miriakamba Hut for overnight.

Day 02: Miriakamba
After an early breakfast, follow an ascending path along the steep saddle up to the *saddle hut for overnight.

Day 03: Saddle hut
An early start for the summit of Mt. Meru (4565m).After a brief rest, descend to the Momella gate and transferred to Arusha end of Trek possible extension for Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Safari, or Beach holidays to Zanzibar.

Engaruka
A visit to a Maasai village. Explore ancient ruins and learn about ancient and present day irrigation and farming techniques. And bird watching on the slopes of the rift valley.

Ilkidinga
Explore the foot hills of Mt. Meru and meet the Waarusha tribe. Visit a traditional healer and sample traditional local food. Walking the beautiful foot hills of Mt. Meru and watch local craftsman produce traditional objects.

Longido
A walk through the bush with Maasai warriors. Glimps into the culture and everyday life of the Maasai. And a walk up Mt.Logido where you will have an amazing view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Mkuru
Visit to a camel camp at the foot of Mt. Meru. Take a camel safari, half-day to a week long expedition. Bird watching in the plains around Mkuru.

Mtowambu
Walk around the farms surrounding Areasat at the foot of the rift valley. Trip to the Miwaleni Lake and waterfall. Glimpse into the culture of the many different tribes in this area.

Usambara
Hike up to scenic view points on the Precipice mountains. Trek through the dense cloud forest. Bird watching along mountain streams and waterfalls. Bathe in cool fresh pools under the shadows of tall rainforest trees.

Marangu/Mamba
Walk by numerous waterfalls which tumble down lush green valleys on the slopes of Kilimanjaro. Explore ancient caves used for hiding during times of war. And visit traditional blacksmiths at work.

Day 2: Ngorongoro safari
After breakfast, taking a picnic lunch with you, descend 2,000 ft. (670 M) into the crater floor, for full day game viewing. Break for lunch at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. Ngorongoro is the only place one would expect for sure to see the endangered rhino. Needless to mention the animal varieties and abundance, the crater also offers colourful bird life of all distribution. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Nairobi
After breakfast at Ngorongoro, proceed to Arusha arriving in time for Lunch. Proceed to Arusha arriving in time for lunch. After continue to Nairobi arriving early evening. 

A holiday to Egypt can be enjoyed for there are a variety of places to visit, ranging from nature, to lovely architecture, lovely climate, resorts, the Red Sea, Egyptian Museum name it.

Scuba diving, red sea diving holidays, exciting desert safaris, dazzling beaches and a 100% child-friendly atmosphere make Egypt holidays a fantastic choice for families.

It’s a place where a relaxing break on child-friendly beaches blessed by year-round sun is possible. Resorts such as Sharm el Sheikh at the tip of the Sinai Peninsula have long been family holiday favorites, especially in winter they have beautiful beaches, world-class diving and affordable luxury accommodation.

Egypt is also a perfect go area for educational purposes. An educational trip to Cairo can never be a disappointment for there is a lot to learn. Ancient treasures give a deep gist into history thus enabling easy understanding of Africa and its cultures.

Museums in Egypt are a daily bread, they are a variety of them. The most outstanding is Egyptian Museum. More than 120,000 relics from almost every period of ancient Egyptian history are housed in this remarkable museum. Beyond arranging the exhibits chronologically, little has been done to present any sort of context to the exhibitions but the museum’s eccentricity is part of its charm; accidentally stumbling across treasures in somewhat musty rooms is half the fun.

A fitting monument to Egypt’s New Kingdom power, Karnak is a mind-blowing complex of obelisks, columns, sanctuaries and pylons dedicated to the Theban gods and the glory of Egypt’s pharaohs. Built and added to for over 1500 years its million-plus square meters a offer a crash course in ancient Egyptian architecture.

The White Desert (Sahra al-Beida) is an otherworldly region of blindingly white rock formations shaped by wind erosion. The white outcroppings take on surreal forms and are best viewed at sunrise or sunset, when the sun turns the white into chalk pink and orange, or in the light of a full moon, which gives the landscape an eerie Arctic appearance.

The sole survivor of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Pyramids of Giza live up to more than 4000 years of hype. Their extraordinary geometry and age render them alien constructions rising out of the desert. The Sphinx sits nearby, a 50m-long feline character carved from a single block of stone.

The best time to visit Egypt depends on where you want to go. Generally speaking, winter (December to February) is the tourist high season and summer (June to August) is the low season in all parts of the country except on the coasts, and to a lesser degree in Cairo.

There are numerous airlines with flights to Egypt from different countries. British Airways and Egypt Air operate direct non-stop flights to Cairo International Airport, from their countries of operation. For those heading to the beaches of the Red Sea, Sharm el Sheikh International Airport is well served by direct charters and budget airlines, including easy Jet, Jet2 and Monarch Airlines.

Better still, accommodation is an easy go beat in Egypt. Egypt’s resorts offer 4- and 5-star luxury at prices you’d pay for 3-star accommodation elsewhere  the Four Seasons and Ritz Carlton, for instance, are affordable compared to their properties in most other countries.

INTRODUCTION
The Western Desert of Egypt is among the most dry regions on the planet. Large white chalk sculptures, Black mountain and natural springs with the commotion of Cairo. A comparison of the very fantastic natural desert structures and Cairo city sites.

Day 1
CAIRO (NO MEALS)
Get to Cairo Airport where our fellow member will meet and work with you through customs and then you claim your suitcases. You will be transported to your specified hotel for a free evening. Overnightat your Hotel.

Day 2
CAIRO (B)
Today, our friendly tour guide will go with you to the striking Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza and then continue to Sakkara to discover the Step Pyramid of Zosser, the very first pyramid ever constructed. After this you take a glance at some of the most exquisite and ancient artefacts and statues in history at the popular Egyptian Museum.
Spend the nihgt at your Hotel.

Day 3
CAIRO BAHARIYA (B)
Depart from Cairo by personalized car to Bahariya Oasis. Spend the nihgt at your Hotel.

Day 4
BAHARIYA (B,L,D)
An early morning start after breakfast, to begin on your desert safari. En route to the impressive White Desert, you will check out the Swiss Tomb, sand dunes, Black Mountains, and one other oasis just before setting up camp for the night in the White dessert in one of the many amazing areas in Egypt. Spend the night at your desert camp.

Day 5
BAHARIYA (B,L,D)
After the morning meal, and travel back through the desert, you will have a native safari of Bahariyya Oasis, traveling to the many restorative hot and cold springs, Gebel al Ingleez, Black mountain, pyramid mountain and the beautiful Oasis Museum. Move back to Cairo. Over night at your Hotel.

Day 6
CAIRO (B)
Proceed to the Cairo Airport for your departure flight.

Rates include:
1. Hotel accommodation as stated in the above mentioned itinerary.
2. All transfers as per the above mentioned itinerary.
3. All entrance fees for the above mentioned sightseeing.
4. Meals as mentioned above (B) Breakfast – (L) Lunch and (D) Dinner.
5. English speaking tour guide during sightseeing.

Rates Exclude:
1. Visa entry to Egypt
2. Tipping.
3. Any personal expenses such as drinks, laundry ETC…
4. Any optional trips or unmentioned items above.

Extra Vacations Tour Information
VISAS
You will need to contact your local Egyptian Embassy to confirm whether you need to apply for an entry visa into Egypt, or whether you can obtain one from the airport upon arrival. Please note that if you plan to leave Egypt for purposes of another tour, or any other reasons, and return to Egypt, you will need to apply for multiple entry visas for Egypt.

ENTRANCE FEES
All entrance fees stated in the itinerary, are included in the costs. There are also a wealth of other historical sites and museums, which you may wish to visit in your free time. Allow extra money for this option.

FITNESS
Not any of the activities presented in this travel require special training or skills, just a reasonable level of fitness and willingness to participate. If you are in any doubt, contact your doctor for advice

This vacation is designed for those who would like to discover as much as possible of Egypt – we travel to each and every highlights within the Nile Valley and appreciate a incredibly rejuvenating three day cruise, but you also have the opportunity to discover the Red sea and still have a bit of time to relax and relish the stunning scenery of the Sinai.

Day 1
CAIRO (NO MEALS)
Get to Cairo Airport where our agent will meet and work with you through customs and
claim your luggage. You will be transferred to your specified hotel for a free evening. Overnight at your Hotel.

Day 2
CAIRO ASWAN (B D)
Today you will be taken back to the period of the ancient Egyptians. Our friendly guide will go with you to the impressive Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza after which travel to Sakkara to view the first pyramid ever built – the Step Pyramid of Zosser. Next you explore several of the most beautiful and ancient artefacts and statues of all time at the famous Egyptian Museum. In the evening you will board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan and have dinner and breakfast in your own compartment.

Day 3
ASWAN (B)
Get to Aswan where you will be met and taken to your chosen Hotel. Your afternoon tour
starts off along the High Dam and its great lake then take a short ferry ride to the Exotic and Majestic

Philae Temple. Tonight you may explore a variety of bazaars and small streets of Aswan or enjoy dinner on one of the many floating restaurants along the Nile. Overnight at your Hotel.

Day 4
ASWAN NILE CRUISE (B L D)
Optionally available tour to Abu Simbel Morning excursion on the traditional felucca to visit Elephantine and Kitchener Islands. Transfer to your Nile cruise boat. Overnight on your cruise boat

Day 5
NILE CRUISE (B L D)
When you are done enjoying your morning meal while cruising down the Nile, go to the Greco Roman Temple of Kom Ombo devoted to the two main gods Harveris the Sun God and Sobek the crocodile God . Proceed cruising to tour Edfu Temple – the best-maintained and second largest Temple in Egypt. Spend a night on your cruise boat

Day 6
NILE CRUISE (B L D)
Morning tour to Edfu temple by horse and carriage. Go on sailing in direction of Luxor while enjoying lunch. Your afternoon tour is to the East Bank of Luxor. Entry is down the avenue of Ram Headed Sphinx to reach the Monumental Temple of Karnack and then continue onto Luxor Temple. A free evening to appreciate this vibrant and interesting city. Overnight Nile cruise.

Day 7
LUXOR HURGHADA (B D)
Just after an early morning start you cross over to the West Bank of Luxor where the Valley of the Kings & Queens, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon awaits you. The afternoon is free to chill out or for the energetic possibly take a tour to the Luxor Museum. Transfer to Hurghada by the Red Sea. Overnight at your Hotel.

Day 8 – 9
HURGHADA (B D)
Spare time for leisure. Overnight at your Hotel.

Day 10
HURGHADA SHARM EL SHEIKH (B)
Morning proceed to ferry boat arrive to Sharm El Sheikh. Check into hotel followed by free time. Overnight at your Hotel.

Day 11 – 12
SHARM EL SHEIKH (B)
Leisure time. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 13
SHARM EL SHEIKH CAIRO (B)
Morning hours bus to Cairo. Arrive Cairo move to your hotel. Overnight at your Hotel.

Day 14
CAIRO (B)
Transfer to the Cairo Airport for your departure flight

City Tour of Cairo

The half day guided vacation tour of Cairo expedition starts with Islamic areas such as the citadel of Saladdin, with the renowned Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali then onto the Coptic division of Cairo exactly where the Romans constructed the fortress of Babylon. The church of St.Mary was constructed above the wrecks of two towers of the fortress thus it is actually more popularly know as the Hanging Church the next stop is St.Sergius which is supposedly the resting place for the holy family.

Cairo Felucca trip
Escape from everything and give yourself the best soothing one-hour trip on a conventional Egyptian sailing boat “a felucca”. This gives you an exceptional chance to experience Cairo in a totally different light and involves a traditional Egyptian meal.

Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids
A night performance of the incredible sound and laser light show is a must to see while on a tour to Cairo. The voice of the great Sphinx tells you the tale of Pharaohs and their lifestyles and how the truly great pyramids were crafted. (The show is in numerous languages).

Cairo Dinner Cruise on the Nile
Experience the pleasures of the finest Middle-Eastern cuisine while cruising down the Nile on the 5-star Riverboat. Watch the traditional Egyptian Sufi and Belly Dancing show, the very satisfying way to spend a night and enjoy Cairo by night.

Sunrise (or Sunset) at the Pyramids (Includes 2-hour horse or camel ride)
An early morning or late afternoon adventure for people who love the spectacular wonder of the Pyramids. Take a horse or camel voyage into the desert and watch the first light expose the ancient Sphinx and Pyramids or evening light blanket them.

A Trip to El-Fayoum Oasis
Spend your day around Egypt’s biggest salt-water lake frequently identified as the “bud on the stem of the Nile”. Uncover traditional village life, the popular waterwheels, and enjoy a peaceful day amongst the palms.

A Day in Alexandria
This Mediterranean City, started by Alexander the Great, provides lots of exceptional attractions. Dedicate your day viewing the relics of the bygone age, including sites for instance the Graeco-Roman museum, Pompeii’s Pillar, the only Amphitheatre built by the Romans in Egypt and much more.

BEST TIME TO VISIT
Except March, April and May.

ACCESS
4 hours Drive in a 4WD from the Coast of Dar es salaam.

The greatest altitude range of forests in East Africa: The eastern escarpment is the only place in East Africa with unbroken forest cover from lowland forest communities at below 250km above sea level, through intermediate types, to mountain communities at over 2,000m.
Exceptionally species-rich forest: The Udzungwe contain plant species found nowhere else in the world, ranging from a tiny new African violet to 30m high trees.

Rich primate fauna:
The park hosts six species of primate, two of them endemic forms – the Iringa (Uhehe) red colobus monkey and the Sanje Crested Mangabey. The latter was only discovered in 1979.
Diverse large mammal community: The plateau contains resident populations of elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, wild dog, sable antelope, eland and water buck. there is also a rich small bovid community, with good numbers of red, blue and abbots duikers and bushbuck.

Richest forest bird habitat in Tanzania with several endemics. Recent studies have added several new species the park’s bird list (including a new species of francolin.) This gives the Udzungwe forests a ranking in the top three areas important for bird conservation in mainland Africa.

Spectacular mountain scenery with rainforest, wooded grasslands, rock faces, rivers and waterfalls: The falls on the Sanje River drop some 170m through the forest to the valley below. The mountain plateau allows views of over 100km.

The Usambaras are a treasure house of botanical and zoological and Ornithological diversity, with a huge number of endemic tree and plant species and the Birds of course… Although large tracts of the original forests have been levelled for tea planting, enough of the original wilderness remains to make this a hiking, birding and primate-spotting paradise.

Birders will want to keep eyes open for most of the species that are endemic to the Usambara forests and Tanzania in particular   the Usambara eagle owl, Usambara alethe and the Usambara weaver are among others. This is one of the best places in East Africa to see notable birds like the green-headed oriole, Amani sunbird, bar-tailed and Narina trogons and Fischer s turaco. Amani was once a resort for holidaying German officials, and there is a basic guesthouse and a campsite set amidst the spectacular forest.

The Amani Nature Reserve is an extraordinary place for botanical study. Within its boundaries there are many endemic tree species as well as an interesting relationship between the high level of floral endemism and invading species.

Already in the 1920`s, Mary and Lois Leakey found the first fossil leftovers of the forefathers of Homo sapiens, and later they dug up a few primitive stone tools and animal fossils. The important breakthrough came in 1959, when Mary Leakey discovered a cranium of zinjanthropus (now called Australopithecus boisei), who lived about 1,75 million years ago.

Shortly thereafter they found fossils which had even greater similarity with humans, and they came to the conclusion that this had to be a new species, Homo habilis (the able man), who lived in the Olduvai Gorge at the same time of the Zinjanthropus. Homo habilis had a large brain and was able to make primitive tools. In 1976 Mary Leakey made another revolutionary discovery in Laetoli close to Olduvai. This time it evolved around fossil footprints, which proved to be 3,6 million years old. They were set in volcanic ashes and were in amazingly good condition when she discovered them. Today we know that these footprints stem from the species australopithecus afarensis, a 1.30m tall creature looking more like a monkey than a human being.

The footprints from Laetoli have revealed that our forefathers have been walking upraised for about 4 million years, twice as long as believed earlier. In a 4-wheel-drive one can drive down the gorge and have a closer look at the findings. Most tourists settle for a brief look at the history in the museum, which is situated only 6 km from the main road between Ngorongoro and Serengeti. For a modest fee you get a lecture, a look at some of the findings, and access to study the exhibits and pictures of the pre historic animals. It is not possible to overnight at the Olduvai Gorge.

SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS
Wildebeest migration between June – October and December to May. Each year at about this time of the year, over a million large Mammals including Grazers and Carnivores come together to breed, a sight that even a fanatic Birder will find irresistible to ignore. This is the only place in East Africa with the highest concentration of wild life “The Serengeti shall never die”. Two Tanzania endemic bird species occur in the Serengeti – the Fischer’s Love bird and the Grey breasted Spurfowl. Other specialities in the Serengeti include the Usambiro Barbet, Yellow throated Sand grouse and the Silver bird…the list is endless.

BEST TIME TO VISIT
June through October, December and May.

ACCESS
6 Hours from Arusha in a 4 WD Vehicle.

SAFARI HIGHLIGHT
Tarangire national park is best for the famous Baobab tree, Maasai giraffe & a birders paradise. The endemic Bird species include Ashy starling, Yellow collared Love bird and the Rufous tailed weaver can be found here. Other specialities include Yellow breasted Apalis, Slender Tailed Night jar, Lilac breasted Roller,Black faced Sand grouse ,Coqui Francoline ,Magpie shrike and the Red and yellow Barbet.

BEST TIME TO VISIT
June through December and January to mid April.

ACCESS
2 Hours Drive from Arusha in a 4 WD Vehicle.

Safari highlight
Lake Manyara has the highest density of Elephants in East Africa ( at least 7 Elephants per sq kilometre). A profusion of colourful Birds awaits your discovery in the ground water forest as you spot pelicans and cormorants swimming among walloping Hippos and Flamingos in their pink on the lake. You will be able to update your Bird check list while in Lake Manyara, do not miss to visit the Hippo pool.

Best time to travel
Non stop visit to lake Manyara, all year round.

Access
3 hours Drive in a 4WD vehicle from Arusha

Note: This may be a Luxury, middle range or budget safari depending on the accommodation facilities you want. That is Hotel, safari lodge/tented camp or camp respectively.

Day 1: Arusha – Arusha National Park – Tarangire
Depart Arusha town for Arusha National Park game viewing. At first a few-hour walking safari, where you will mingle with Giraffes, Buffalos, Zebras, various antelopes and fluffy-tailed Black and White Colobus Monkeys. After lunch a game drive to Momela Lakes full of Pink Flamingos and volcanic Ngurdoto Crater. In the afternoon transfer towards Tarangire National Park for dinner and overnight. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 2: Tarangire National Park
A whole day game drive in Tarangire National Park, where large population of Elephants can be seen all year round. Tarangire is also known for its density of wildlife; thousands of animals including Wildebeests, Zebras, Elands, Elephants, Buffalos, Hartebeests and rare Oryx migrate from Maasai steppe to the Tarangire River looking for water with Lions, Leopards and other predators following them. Unusual ancient Baobab trees are scattered all around the park. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara
After breakfast depart to the lush Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. This little park is situated at the footsteps of the Great Rift Valley and provides a home to a wide range of different animals including Elephants, Buffalos, Giraffes, Hippos and more than 400 species of birds, but its most famous feature are the unusual tree-climbing Lions, resting on Acacia branches six to seven meters above the ground. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Lake Eyasi
In the morning a drive to Tanzania’s largest soda lake, Lake Eyasi. After lunch sightseeing around the lake, where large flocks of Pink Flamingos can be observed. Overnight: Tented Camp/Camp (there are no Lodge facilities!)

Day 5: Lake Eyasi – the Real Bushmen – Ngorongoro
After early breakfast transfer to where Haadzabe tribe or the Real Bushmen reside where you will join them on the morning hunt for food and find out how to survive in the wilderness. You will get to know their unique culture and way of living which has not changed for thousands of years! You will be taught how to make fire without matches and a word or two in their unusual Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Ngorongoro
After breakfast descend inside the eight wonder of the world or the natural Zoo as the Ngorongoro Crater is also known. You will have the whole day to explore its rich wildlife and search for the Big Five. Picnic lunch. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 7: Ngorongoro – Maasai Boma – Olduvai Gorge – Serengeti
After breakfast head off to the world’s most famous park, Serengeti National Park, with an optional stop by the colorful Maasai tribe, the pastoral nomads who vigorously resisted change and still live the same as they have for centuries, and/or the cradle of mankind as Olduvai Gorge is also called. After lunch, afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park, with the size equivalent to Ireland, a home to more than four million different animals and also the place, where remarkable annual Great Migration occurs! Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 8: Serengeti wildlife
The whole day is spent searching for Lions, Spotted Hyenas, Leopards, Cheetahs, Servals, Caracals, Giraffes, Buffalos, Topis, Hartebeests, Waterbucks, Impalas, Reedbucks, Bushbucks, Kirk’s Dik-diks, Hippopotamus, Crocodiles, Warthogs and diverse birdlife. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 9: Serengeti – Lake Natron
Sunrise game drive around north-eastern Endless Plains, as Serengeti was named by Maasai. After lunch a drive to one of the Tanzania’s most beautiful soda lakes, Lake Natron, famous for its population of several hundred thousands of Lesser Flamingos who come to the lake to breed. Dinner and overnight. Overnight: Tented Camp/Camp (there are no Lodge facilities)

Day 10: Ol Doinyo Lengai – Arusha
Early in the morning between 3.00 a.m. and 4.00 a.m. your will be transferred to the foot of “the Mountain of God”, Ol Doinyo Lengai, to start the trek to its peak at 2878 m. Descent from the mountain around noon, with a lunch tour of the Lake Natron. In the afternoon return to Arusha.

Day 2: Lake Manyara – Olduvai Gorge – Serengeti
Wildebeest MigrationAfter breakfast head off to the world’s most famous park, Serengeti National Park, with an optional stop at the cradle of mankind, as Olduvai Gorge is also called. And here you are in the celebrated Serengeti National Park, with the size equivalent to Ireland, a home to four million different animals and also the place, where yearly Great Migration occurs. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 3: Serengeti
Cheetah feeding on its preyOne part of the herds of Wildebeest, Zebras and antelopes drift towards the west of Serengeti National Park seeking for permanent waters of Grumeti River and further to the north towards Lake Victoria; they are closely pursued by predators like Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Hyenas and Vultures. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Western Serengeti

Day 4: Serengeti
From the west a transfer to the north of the Serengeti National Park, where the other part of the herds of Wildebeest, Zebras and antelopes races for life in search for the permanent waters of the northern rivers and the Mara. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Northern Serengeti

Day 5: Serengeti
Another day in the northern part of Serengeti National Park observing the Great Migration; animals are prepared to sacrifice their lives when crossing rivers full of hungry Nile Crocodiles just to reach the green Maasai Mara. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Northern Serengeti

Day 6: Serengeti
When the grazing in Mara is exhausted, migrators turn back to the central Serengeti to breed. And predators follow! Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp in Central Serengeti

Day 7: Serengeti – Maasai Boma – Ngorongoro
Sunrise game drive in southern Endless Plains, as Serengeti was named by Maasai. After lunch an optional stop by a colourful Maasai tribe, the pastoral nomads who vigorously resisted change and still live the same as they have for centuries. Dinner and overnight in Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight: Lodge/Hotel/Tented Camp/Camp

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After breakfast descend into the astonishing Natural Zoo, the Ngorongoro Crater, abundant with wildlife and where you will have a big chance to spot the Big Five Picnic lunch. In the afternoon return to Arusha town.

Day 1: Nairobi – Tarangire
Depart Nairobi early in the morning crossing the border and arriving in Arusha for Lunch, or join this tour in Arusha. After lunch drive to Tarangire National Park and you will have a chance to look for Elephants, buffalo and other game on the way.

Day 2: Ngorongoro Wildlife park
Leave after breakfast, a game drive through the Park and then drive past lake. Manyara and across Karatu wheat plains to reach Ngorongoro in time for a late Lunch. The afternoon is at Leisure.

Day3: Ngorongoro
0800 hrs ,after breakfast, taking a picnic lunch with you, descend 2,000 ft. (670 M) into the crater floor, for full day game viewing. Break for lunch at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. Ngorongoro is the only place one would expect for sure to see the endangered rhino. Needless to mention the animal varieties and abundance, the crater also offers colourful bird life of all distribution. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 4: Ngorongoro- Serengeti safari
Depart after breakfast and stop first at Olduvai Gorgefor a visit to the museum. Lunch at the Gorge Museum. After Lunch, visit various sites of the Gorge to see where the remains of the pre- historic man were discovered by the famous archeologist Dr. L. S. B. Leakey. Visit an old masai homestead on the way. Proceed to Serengeti plains past Serenora and on to Lobo, with afternoon game viewing ,arriving at your lodge for a late evening. After lunch afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 5: Serengeti Tour
Leave Lobo for Ndutu with game viewing in Serengeti and around Ndutu woodlands to locate Leopards and numerous plains games as well as Cheetahs, common species here. Overnight at Ndutu Safari Lodge.

Day 6: Serengeti – L. Manyara
After breakfast, with brief game viewing on your way out of Serengeti drive through Gibbs Farm for a delicious farmhouse lunch. Later, drive on to L. Manyara Lodge. Afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 7: L. Manyara – Nairobi
After breakfast, drive to Arusha via Mto wa Mbu village for shopping of the Makonde carvings and other souvenirs. After lunch in Arusha drive to Nairobi via Namanga border town, arriving early evening.

Day 02 – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast descend into the Crater for a spectacular full day’s game-viewing drive with a picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge. Full Board

Day 03 – Ngorongoro / Serengeti National Park
After breakfast depart for Serengeti with a stop at Olduvai – the cradle of mankind – to arrive in time for lunch. Afternoon proceed on a game-viewing drive returning for dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge. Full Board

Day 04 – SerengetiNational Park
A full day in the Serengeti with game drives. One before breakfast. Mid morning at leisure or on a further game drive. Afternoon proceed on another game-viewing drive returning for dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge. Full Board

Day 05 – Serengeti / LakeManyara
After breakfast depart for Manyara Serena Lodge to arrive in time for lunch. Afternoon proceed on a game-viewing drive in search of ‘tree-climbing’ lions and other plains game including excellent bird-spotting trail. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge. Full Board

Day 06 – Depart
After breakfast depart by road for Arusha to arrive in time for lunch at the end of the safari.

Day 2: L. Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast proceed to Ngorongoro crater in time for lunch. Ngorongoro cater is one of the wonders of the world’s so nicknamed by many visitors on their firs visit. The Ngorongoro conservation Area , 5184 sq. kilometers has three other small craters- Oldeani, Olmoti and Empakaai to the north and contains animal population of varied species. It was once a volcanic mountain which with tremendous force, blew and folded to form a Calders. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Ngorngoro – Tarangire
After breakfast, depart Ngorongoro for Tarangire arriving in time for Lunch. After noon game viewing in the Tarangire Park, one of the most beautiful parks in Tanzania in regard to animal concentration and abundance. Big herds of animals move from Ngorongoro , Manyara and surrounding game reserves to fetch water and food as Tarangire is always full of vegetation. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 4: Tarangire – Nairobi
After breakfast, drive to Arusha via Mto wa Mbu village for shopping of the Makonde carvings and other souvenirs. After lunch in Arusha drive to Nairobi via Namanga border town, arriving early evening.

Day 2: Ngorongoro
0800 hrs ,after breakfast, taking a picnic lunch with you, descend 2,000 ft. (670 M) into the crater floor, for full day game viewing. Break for lunch at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. Ngorongoro is the only place one would expect for sure to see the endangered rhino. Needless to mention the animal varieties and abundance, the crater also offers colourful bird life of all distribution. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Nairobi
After breakfast at Ngorongoro, proceed to Arusha arriving in time for Lunch. Proceed to Arusha arriving in time for lunch. After continue to Nairobi arriving early evening.

The different ecosystems provide the opportunity to appreciate the extreme diversity of the flora and fauna as well as the people. Particularly fascinating is the wildlife in the world heritage sites like Serengeti National Park, Kilimanjaro National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Songo Mnara Ruins, Selous Game Reserve and Kilwa Kislwani.

In addition, Tanzania is also home to many other national parks and conservation areas, including Arusha, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Ruaha, and many more. All these wildlife tour destinations are very exclusive and remote, but they enjoy convenient air service which enables guests to see different parts of the country while cutting down on tedious travel time.

Wildlife safari packages include:
Ngorongoro crater safari-3 Days
Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara wildlife Tour – 3 Days
Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire Safari – 4 Days
Ngorongoro crater, Serengeti, Lake Manyara Holiday-6 Days
Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, L. Manyara -7 Days
Serengeti Wildife Migration Safaris 8 Days
Tanzania wildlife safari 10 days

Note:
Besides these standard and listed safari programs, customised and tailor-made itineraries are also catered for according to your request. Whether you are looking for a lodge or tented safari or the more adventurous basic camping type, we invite you to look through and choose from our list or to work with us to create a safari that suits your interests, time frame and budget. More importantly, all our safaris depart daily with a minimum of 2 persons and are on private basis – with exclusive use of the safari vehicle and with an English speaking driver/guide

Africa Safaris guide will provide a life time of fond memories. Safaris may include honeymoon tours, walking, wildlife enthusiasts, birdwatching holidays perfect for couples, groups and families. Children are introduced to special series of educational activities based on the different local cultures, ecosystems and wildlife.

A trip to Tanzania is both intriguing and exciting, created by the fascinating balance between the wildlife, the landscapes and its people. Tanzania holidays also include game Safaris in the eminent Serengeti or the natural wonder Ngorongoro Crater; extinct and active volcanoes of the Great Rift Valley; the Roof of Africa, its majesty Mt. Kilimanjaro; unique tribal cultures or tropical palm-fringed beaches of Zanzibar!

Select the safari type you interested in and find tour packages for your vacation

* Tanzania Wildlife Safaris
* Hiking/Trekking Tours Tanzania
* Cultural and Walking Holiday Tours
* Camping Safaris Tanzania
* Tanzania birding vacations

Size
Tanzania, the largest of the Eastern African Countries (Kenya and Uganda) boasts of a land area of 945,097 Square Kilometers (of which 25% is gazetted as protected areas).To bring your picture a little closer, Tanzania is four times larger than Great Britain, seven times larger than England, or a little larger than Texas.

Climate and Time
March – May = Long rains
June – Sept = Cool season
Nov – Dec = Short Rains
October – Feb = Hottest season

The range of Temperatures in Tanzania is fairly limited and always hot, running from 25 to 30 degrees C on the coast while the rest of the country apart from the highlands run from 22 to 27 degrees C.

Time
GMT + 3 hrs

Currency
Tanzania Shillings; however you are advised to carry American Dollars. Money changers do accept major convertible currencies including the German DM and the Japanese Yen.

Travelers Cheques may be acceptable in some places, but not in the remote country side, Major Credit Cards may also be acceptable in some large Hotels, however it is advisable to carry Cash US Dollars which you will change on arrival. It is prohibited to export Tanzanian local currency abroad, your Tour leader will assist in the resale of local currency you will have remaining at the end of your Visit.

Language
Kiswahili and English

Visa
Entry Visas are required for all except citizens of the Commonwealth, Scandinavian countries and the Republic of Ireland. Before departure you are advised to double check with the Tanzanian Embassy in your home country, or any Tanzanian representative nearest to you, where you may also acquire a Visa. Fees vary depending on Nationality. Alternatively Visas can be processed at any entry point into Tanzania such as at Dar-es-salaam International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, Zanzibar International Airport, Namanga (Tanzania – Kenya Border Post to the North),Tunduma (Tanzania – Malawi Border post to the South),Taveta and Holili ( Tanzania – Kenya Border post to the North East).

Airlines
To begin safaris in Northern Tanzania, most visitors are advised to book with Airlines whose Arrivals & Departures are at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) which is 45 minutes drive from Arusha town. These include Air Tanzania, Aeroflot, Air Zimbabwe, Gulf Air, Kenya Airways, KLM and Ethiopian Airways. It is also possible to get flights arriving to Nairobi (Kenya) from where we can make arrangements to pick you up and transfer to Arusha, the starting point of your Tanzania Safari.

Health
You are advised to take Immunization against hepatitis, Polio, Typhoid, Yellow fever, precautions against Malaria are equally important. Contact your Doctor before traveling. Also personal medical insurance is advisable before departure. Carry Mosquito or Insect Repellent.

Electricity
240 Volts AC,50 60hz

Clothing
For safaris, especially in Northern Tanzania ( Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, Tarangire and Arusha), during the day, light clothing is recommended with sturdy shoes and canvas hats. During the night in areas like Arusha and the Ngorongoro Highlands; where the altitude is between 1500 – 2500 Metres; a cardigan or pullover may be essential. In the same pack, remember your sun cream, lotions, su glasses, a pair of binoculars, and a camera with rolls of film.

Visitor’s Behaviour
The protection of nature is everyone’s concern, therefore try to avoid the following while on safari; Collecting or buying bones, skins, horns, teeth, feathers or shells of animals. While on the coast avoid carrying away starfish, corals and shells. These are all items that play a major role in our fragile ecosystem. Do not litter where others are expected to visit and obey the animal’s right to live. Like wise the protection of Cultures is also everyone’s concern. Your Tour Guide will know the local habits and customs, therefore it is always advisable to ask permission before taking any pictures of tribesmen. Photography of all military installations and presidential convoys is highly prohibited. Enquire from your local Guide.

Shopping Around
Locally made products are widely sold at reasonable prices. Ask your local Guide for the best offer to buy your self or your friend items like; Batiks and Tingatinga paintings, Ebony curvings such as cutlery, bracelets, furniture and sculptures. Others include Maasai belts, rings and necklaces made of colourful beads, Khanga for women’s wrap around and Jewels to include Tanzania’s special Mineral – Tanzanite.

Recommended Safari Duration
We recommend safari duration between 5 -7 days for short safaris and maximum 14 – 21 days programmes. Capacity Min 2 PAX and 7 PAX Max. per departure, especially for private groups. However, we encourage Tailor-made itineraries for large groups and specialised programmes for Birders.

At the moment you can only drive up to the crater rim through the misty forest inhabited by the nimble black and white colobus monkeys that are the mascot of the park, Leopards are the main predator in this area and, strangely, there are no lions apart from the odd visitor.

Driving along the high ridges on the Crater edge provides a stunning view of the forests, glades and animal tracks that abound in this lush habitat.
The good news now is that the crater will be more thrilling to visitors as one would now be able to walk around the rim, half way.

In other words, Tanzania has once again added a new dimension into its already famous tourism industry. It has just introduced a new tourist product a walking safari around the ream of the world famous Ngurdoto Crater – at Arusha National Park.

Indeed, and typically Tanzanian, the tourist Mecca of the world has a further feature in game viewing Safaris and Trekking around the park which also include the Mount Meru.

“We are on the final touches of introducing another added value at the Ngurdoto Crater”, says thrilled ANAPA Chief Park Warden, Mr. Erastus Lufungulo.

He said the crater, known as a ‘mini Ngorongoro’, would start being accessed by walking tourists from July or August this year. Presently visitors can only access the ream half way by driving only.

Mr. Lufunguro said the on going works include clearing the foot paths and placing various guiding signs around the crater, adding that the works are almost complete and, when the walking trips are officially launched, “ANAPA would further be shrouded by its mystery and beauty”.

He said another uniqueness of the walking safari around the crater is that even older people would be able to walk around as the area is not steep. There would be several viewing points, staring at Leitong view point and ending at the highest viewing point known as Vikindu.

The three kilometre wide 400 metres deep volcanic caldera Ngurdoto Crater is famous for large herds of buffaloes, black and white colubus and blue
monkeys, among dozens other features in Arusha National Park.

TANAPA officials say, the additional attraction at ANAPA would further make the park demonstrate an incredible diversity of environments. In addition to preserving Mt. Meru, an extinct volcano of almost 15,000 feet, (4,566 metres) this park is also home to beautiful mountain lakes and craters.

The park has three distinct habitat zones that contribute to the amazing variety of wildlife in the area. From the lush green swamps surrounded by thick forest in the Ngurdoto Crater, up through the scenic beauty of the Momela Lakes, each a startlingly different hue, through to the chilly alpine like tundra on Mount Meru.

In addition to being an excellent park for birders, Arusha is one of the only places to see the black and white colobus monkey, flamingoes in huge congregations in the Momella lake

The remains of a large volcano, the Ngurdoto Crater is a steep sided bowl of lush swamps and riverine forest, home to elephant, buffalo, baboon, reedbuck, colobus monkeys, leopard and duikers.

Mosses, ferns, lichens and orchids thrive in the damp atmosphere of the Crater, giving way to huge mahogany, olive and date palm trees on the drier crater walls.

Descent into the Crater itself is not allowed, in effect creating a sanctuary within a sanctuary and leaving a large area of the park to the wildlife alone.

The Arusha National Park was ‘discovered’ by Sir Julius Huxley. Founded in 1960, it is 33,800 acres in size and consists of three spectacular features: the Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater, and Mount Meru.

There is a beautiful mountain forest with unique species of plants and wildlife. The park is famous for its 400 species of bird life, both sedentary and migratory, and the black and white colobus monkeys. It is dominated by Mount Meru, an extinct volcano that rises 14,990 feet.

Tourists also have the opportunity to view a snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting.

This is popularly known as the “Eighth wonder of the world”, Noah’s ark, the Eden of Africa… etc. This is the land of the Maasai pastoralists seen grazing cattle and Buffaloes, calves and Antelopes along side, it is land of the Maasai with their cattle, of their flora, and of their fauna. The protected area is home to over 30,000 Mammals, over 600 Bird species, the gigantic earth fracture, crater floor, volcanoes, plains, lakes, forests, archaeological site of Olduvai gorge, the great Rift valley wall- all combine to form the Ngorongoro conservation Area. Caution! Double check your filming materials before descending to the crater floor, photo taking never seems to end at the Ngorongoro crater floor. floor. The Golden winged Sun bird ,the Tacazze Sun bird and the Living Livingstone’s Turaco, the Endemic Rufous tailed weaver and the Jackson’s Widow bird will be some of the special Bird species of the day to look out for while in the Ngorongoro.

The area is managed by the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority with the focus of balancing the requirements of the local Maasai people and their domestic stock, wildlife, the natural environment, and to manage the effects of tourism on the area. This amazing area comprises archaeological sites, extinct and active volcanoes, breathtaking mountains, forests, vast lakes and magnificent wildlife.

The crater area holds a large concentration of wild animals that one can not miss on a Tanzania safari. Close at hand is the crater of Empakaai overflowing by a deep lake, and the recently erupted volcano, Oldonyo Lengai can be viewed. Excavations carried out in the Olduvai Gorge near Ngorongoro, led to the discovery of our ancestors, Homo habilis. Laitoli Site, also lying within the area, is one of the main sites where early hominid footprints where found, 3.6 million years ago.

Due to the varying topography, altitude varies from under 1.500m to 3.648m, and hence climate, a wide scope of habitats are found here ranging from dense montane forests, grassy plains with both fresh and salty water lakes, swamps, undulating plains covered in grass to upland woodlands predominantly made up of Acacia tree species.