CLASSIC TANZANIA DRIVING SAFARI

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1 SEASONS 2017 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Mid Mid Mid Mid Mid High High High High High High High CLASSIC TANZANIA DRIVING SAFARI Arusha - Tarangire - Ngorongoro - Serengeti 9 Day Luxury Guided Driving Safari HIGH SEASON ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive Kilimanjaro airport & transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge x 1 night Day 2 Early departure by road to Tarangire, Tarangire Treetops x 2 nights Day 4 Early departure by road to Ngorongoro, Sopa Lodge x 2 nights Day 6 Early departure by road to Serengeti, Serengeti Migration Camp x 3 nights Day 9 Early departure by scheduled flight to Arusha & transfer by road to Kilimanjaro airport MID SEASON ITINERARY: Day 1 Arrive Kilimanjaro airport & transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge x 1 night Day 2 Early departure by road to Tarangire, Tarangire Treetops x 2 nights Day 4 Early departure by road to Ngorongoro, Sopa Lodge x 2 nights Day 6 Early departure by road to Serengeti Pioneer Camp x 3 nights Day 9 Early departure by scheduled flight to Arusha & transfer by road to Kilimanjaro airport DAY 1: ARUSHA, ARUSHA COFFEE LODGE On arrival at Kilimanjaro airport you will be met by a Cheli & Peacock representative who will transfer you by road (approximately 1.5 hours) to Arusha Coffee Lodge which has been booked for 1 night on a Bed & Breakfast basis. If time is on your side, stretch your legs by taking a guided tour of Shanga; a socially conscious organisation employing local people with

2 disabilities who craft, create and recycle jewellry, glassware and home furnishings. Drinks & extras are payable direct. DAY 2-3: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK, TARANGIRE TREETOPS After an early breakfast at Arusha Coffee Lodge you will meet with your guide who will accompany you throughout your Safari. Commence the journey by road in our customized luxury 4x4 vehicle, taking you through varied landscapes to arrive in time for lunch at Tarangire Treetops. Spend the days exploring Tarangire National Park. Your days will be filled with activities such as: guided bush walks and bush meals, sundowners and relaxing by the swimming pool. DAY 4-5: NGORONGORO, SOPA LODGE Depart Tarangire Treetops early in the morning to arrive in time for lunch at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge (approximately 3 hours). Make use of the swimming pool, enjoy the views from well over half a kilometre above the Crater floor and enjoy a sundowner whilst watching the sunset. From here you will spend a full day game viewing in the Crater in search of flamingos, buffalo, lion, and if you are lucky; rhino, who all inhabit this UNESCO World Heritage site. DAY 6-8: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK HIGH SEASON: MIGRATION CAMP MID SEASON: PIONEER CAMP In the Serengeti you will have prime position to view the Great Migration; recently coined as the 8th Wonder of the World. This is why there are two different options depending on the time of year you choose to go on safari. HIGH SEASON: Today you depart to Serengeti National Park, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enjoying the magnificent views of the plains (approximately 6 hours). You will arrive at Serengeti Migration Camp in time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing afternoon before heading out for your evening game drive. Game drives, guided walking safari along the Grumeti river, bush meals, swimming pool and the sunset deck are definitely not to be missed at Serengeti Migration Camp. MID SEASON: Today you depart to Serengeti National Park, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enjoying the magnificent views of the plains (approximately 5 hours). You will arrive at Serengeti Pioneer Camp in time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing afternoon before heading out for your evening game drive. Enjoy the bush picnics from an exclusive picnic site, a small plunge pool and a chance to exchange stories around the campfire every evening at Serengeti Pioneer Camp. Please note: Serengeti Balloon Safari is available from Migration Camp & Pioneer Camp -

3 advance booking is required & extras are payable at time of booking DAY 9: DEPART Depart camp and transfer to the airstrip where you will connect with a scheduled flight from the Serengeti to Arusha. Here you will be transferred by road to Kilimanjaro International airport (approximately 1.5 hours) in time for your International flight home. End of arrangements with Cheli & Peacock Safaris FIXED DEPARTURE DATES 2017: Begins Day 1 Ends Day 9 Saturday 21 January Sunday 29 January Saturday 11 February Sunday 19 February Saturday 11 March Sunday 19 March Saturday 8 April Sunday 16 April Saturday 20 May Sunday 28 May Saturday 17 June Sunday 25 June Saturday 15 July Sunday 23 July Saturday 5 August Sunday 13 August Saturday 23September Sunday 1 October Saturday 14 October Sunday 22 October Saturday 11 November Sunday 19 November Saturday 9 December Sunday 17 December NOTES: This Safari operates with a minimum of 2 pax and a maximum of 10 pax Baggage restriction of 15kg per person is applicable

4 *Due to availability clients will stay at Serengeti Pioneer camp for 1 night instead of Serengeti Migration for July & September No Single supplement for the 1st single traveller Arusha Coffee Lodge Located on the foothills of Mount Meru, on the outskirts of the busy and vibrant town of Arusha is Arusha Coffee Lodge. Situated in one of the oldest coffee plantations in this area, close to Arusha Airport and on the road to the Entrance of some of the famous National Parks of Tanzania, Arusha Coffee Lodge offers a perfect haven for relaxing before or after your safari. Tarangire Treetops Tarangire Treetops is located on the border of Tarangire National Park, the park which is known for its many elephant herds and giant Baobab trees. Each of the rooms is elevated above the ground, in tree-house style, which allows for spectacular views over the Marula and Baobab trees across the Tarangire plains. All rooms have large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms which are fitted with double showers. With comfortable spacious rooms, wonderful service and beautiful views across Tarangire, this is a great way to start or end your safari. Night game drives, bush dinners, walking Safaris, are just some of the fascinating activities offered at the lodge, not to mention the meals served in the Boma. Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge Perched atop Ngorongoro s crater rim, Ngorongoro Sopa lodge offers spectacular views across the crater floor. Built of a unique concept with round Masai style houses (manyattas) and conical roofs, furnished with rich African tapestry, you get the feel of really being in Africa at Ngorongoro Sopa lodge. The lodge features all themes of wild Africa, yet has all the modern amenities one could need on Safari - from wifi throughout the lodge, to central heating in the rooms for those chilly nights being at a high elevation brings with it.

5 Serengeti Migration Camp Located close to the Grumeti river, Serengeti Migration camp is ideally situated in a remote area, away from the masses. Each of the twenty tents are elevated, offering magnificent views of the Serengeti plains, yet built in such a manner that they blend seamlessly with the environment. Apart from the private verandas of each tent, the main area offers a viewing platform, and for those who tire of the beauty of nature, you have the option of wallowing in the swimming pool, listening to the sounds of the hippo in the close by Grumeti river. Serengeti Pioneer Camp Set in a traditional style of accommodation and with the comfort of running water, Pioneer camp offers a true Safari experience to the adventurous travelers. Each of the ten tents have a style and décor of an era long gone, yet not forgotten. Pioneer camp is located in the South West Serengeti, close to the Moru Kopjes, offering unrivalled views of the Serengeti Plains. Whether on the viewing platform or in the swimming pool, the eye sees far into the horizon, with no other vehicles or noises around, only the call of the lion, or the hoop of a hyena. SPECIAL RATES IN USD 2017: 25% RACK HIGH SEASON: June, July, August, September, October, November & December 2017 Per person sharing $ 7,030 Child 12-17yrs sharing/ own room $ 4,540 Child under 12yrs in 3rd bed $ 2,233 MID SEASON: January, February, March, April & May 2017 Per person sharing $ 6,741 Child 12-17yrs sharing/ own room $ 4,276 Child under 12yrs in 3rd bed $ 1,764

6 INCLUDED IN YOUR SAFARI Bed & Breakfast at Arusha Coffee Lodge Full board at all properties except Arusha Coffee Lodge Soft drinks, Beer & House Wine at Tarangire Treetops,Serengeti Migration Camp & Serengeti Pioneer Camp Conservation / Park fees All road transfers & game drives in 4x4 vehicles Airport transfers Scheduled flight from Serengeti to Arusha Limited laundry at Tarangire Treetops, Serengeti Migration Camp & Serengeti Pioneer Camp Membership to AMREF Flying Doctors Service EXCLUDED FROM YOUR SAFARI Drinks & extras at Arusha Coffee Lodge and Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge Champagne, spirits and luxury wines Night game drive, Bush lunch & Boma dinner at Tarangire Treetops Walking safari, Bush breakfast & Bush lunch at Serengeti Migration Camp Bush breakfast & Bush lunch at Serengeti Pioneer Camp Balloon Safari Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary All statutory increases beyond our control International flights and visa fees Gratuities to camp staff