HIGHLIGHTS OF TANZANIA

HIGHLIGHTS OF TANZANIA

MAP OF TANZANIA

AT A GLANCE ITINERARY DAY DESCRIPTION ACCOMMODATION MEALS Tarangire National Park Sanctuary Swala L-D Tarangire National Park Sanctuary Swala B-L-D Serengeti National Park Sanctuary Kusini B-L-D Serengeti National Park Sanctuary Kusini B-L-D Saadani National Park Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge B-L-D Saadani National Park Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge B-L-D Saadani National Park Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge B-L-D Wami River Sanctuary Saadani River Lodge B-L-D Departure B

INCLUSIONS Accommodation (Please note, accommodation at Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge is in a Banda suite, Sanctuary Saadani River Lodge in an Eco-Suite) Three meals daily (depending on arrival and departure times) Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers Teas and coffees Refreshments while on game viewing activities Emergency medical evacuation insurance Laundry Park fees Inter-camp flights (Tarangire to Kusini Airstrip; Serengeti to Saadani Airstrip via Arusha; Saadani Airstrip to Dar es Salaam) Transfers to and from mentioned camps 2 daily scheduled shared safari activities at Sanctuary Swala and Sanctuary Kusini, 1 per day at Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge and Sanctuary Saadani River Lodge with our highly qualified guides including: Morning and afternoon game drives Sanctuary Swala: Visit to Mwika village Sanctuary Kusini: Serengeti Cheetah Project & Cosmic safari Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge: river safaris, walking safaris, snorkelling, dhow sailing and sundowners on the dhow, Saadani village tour, Maasai Community Tour Sanctuary Saadani River Lodge: Game drives, bird watching and river safaris EXCLUSIONS Items of a personal nature i.e. Gratuities; premium brand beverages; curios; telephone accounts etc. Visas and travel insurances Airport and departure taxes Private game drives International/regional flights Medical evacuation Storage or transport of excess luggage Bank charges All optional excursions or activities Transfer to and from international and domestic airport Any other item not mentioned above

PLEASE NOTE Rates are rack and in US$ This package is based on accommodation in Classic Banda suite at Saadani Safari lodge and an Eco suite at Saadani River Lodge. All lodges are closed from 1 April - 31 May each year Luggage is restricted to 15kg per person in a soft sided bag Depending on the passport you carry a visa may be required

DAY ONE TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met by a Sanctuary representative and transferred by vehicle to Sanctuary Swala located in the Tarangire National Park. The transfer is approximately 4 hours. Each of the twelve tents is shaded by tall acacia trees and ancient baobabs and is within sight of the well-frequented waterhole. In the afternoon there is time to relax before enjoying an exciting game drive by open four wheel drive vehicle. Huge herds of elephant, greater kudu, Impala and Zebra are all easily spotted whilst leopard lurk in the trees. Due to the camps secluded location you are unlikely to see many vehicles as you venture out into the national park. As the sun fades enjoy a sundowner as you watch the game carry on with their daily activities. Return to camp to freshen up before dinner. Sanctuary Swala Luxury tent Meal Plan: Lunch and dinner 2 nights DAY TWO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK This morning awake to the sounds of the bush as a steaming hot cup of tea or coffee is served on your tents deck. The rest of the morning is at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer. Return to your camp where your hosts will greet you with a refreshing drink and a well-deserved lunch. The afternoon you have time to take a refreshing swim in the pool or relax on your private deck with a cool drink and gaze out to the waterhole and watch as the game lazily congregates in the shade to escape the midday sun. As the afternoon progresses you may like to return to the Tarangire on an afternoon game drive. Return to your lodge to freshen up before meeting around the camp fire for a pre-dinner drink as you discuss the day's adventures. Sanctuary Swala Luxury tent

DAY THREE SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK This morning you will be transferred to the airstrip for your onward shared scheduled flight to the Serengeti. The flying time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Upon arrival you will be met by a Kusini representative and transferred to camp. Arrive at your camp with time to freshen up before lunch is served. This afternoon discover why the Serengeti is an icon of Africa on an afternoon game drive. The open plains spread out as far as the eye can see so it's no surprise that the name Serengeti comes from the Maasai language meaning, "endless plains". The park itself covers 14,763 sq. kilometres, making it one of the world's largest wildlife sanctuaries and hosts one of the world's largest land migrations. Every year 1.5 million wildebeest migrate from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara followed by hundreds of thousands of zebra, gazelle and other plains game in search of fresh grazing pastures. Sanctuary Kusini Luxury tent DAY FOUR SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK Today you may choose to either partake in a full day game drive into the heart of the Serengeti with a picnic lunch or remain close to camp with morning and afternoon game drives. This evening return to camp and climb to the top of the Kopje for stunning 360 degree views of the Serengeti. Relax with your preferred drink as you watch the setting sun paint the Serengeti with pinks, oranges and reds. Settle in at the dining tent for a deliciously prepared meal before retiring to your tent after an eventful day of game viewing. Sanctuary Kusini Luxury tent 3 nights

DAY FIVE SAADANI NATIONAL PARK Enjoy a leisurely morning relaxing at camp or venture out early on a morning game drive before transferring to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Arusha where you will get onto your scheduled flight to Saadani Airstrip. Arrive at the airstrip where a Saadani Safari lodge representative will meet and transfer you to the lodge. The transfer is approximately 15 minutes. The lodge is located on the Southern border of Saadani National Park and has six eco-friendly suites, each with ocean views opening on to the sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean. The lodge offers a variety of activities ranging from traditional game drives to sand bank picnics to a Maasai Community Tour. The sandy beach is home to fishermen reeling in their daily catch and near to the Wami River. Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge Classic banda DAY SIX SAADANI NATIONAL PARK The day is at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer. Today you might want to explore the area from game drive starting straight from the lodge's 'front door' in comfortable 4x4 vehicles. The park is the only coastal wildlife sanctuary of its kind on the eastern coast of Africa and so the game safaris are completely unique. The big four are frequently spotted around the lodge. The cool ocean is also the perfect place to visit the underwater world. The lodge is able to arrange for guests to set out on a motorised boat to a nearby sandbank where equipped with snorkelling masks and flippers guests could take a swim in the blue crystal clear waters and admire the coral and fish which have found their home in the waters off the beach. Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge Classic banda 2 nights

DAY SEVEN SAADANI NATIONAL PARK The day is at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer. There is an abundance of local birdlife within and round the lodge. Let your guide tell you about the different species and use their trained eye to help you look deeper and spot more than you could have imagined. This area is a birdwatcher's paradise and even for those who do not fall into that category, the birdlife will astonish you too. Guests are also bale to learn about the Maasai culture by visiting their community and speaking to the locals. The villagers love to entertain guests with their local traditions and teach guests about their way of life. Sanctuary Saadani Safari Lodge Classic banda DAY EIGHT WAMI RIVER This morning you will be transferred to Saadani River Lodge. The transfer is approximately 45 minutes after which you will be met on the banks of the Wami River for your 10 minute boat transfer to the lodge. The 17 stilted suites of Sanctuary Saadani River Lodge are the epitome of 'luxury, naturally', built for rest and relaxation on the southern shore of the Wami River close to the Saadani National Park. The guest tree houses blend into the natural scenery on their stilts with traditional thatched roofs. In addition, for the ultimate secluded escape, River Lodge's Wami Suite is a private villa with its own infinity pool, two bedrooms and bathrooms, a living room and dining room. The lodge offers guests a range of activities including game drives and river excursions. The in-house spa provides indulgent massages to enjoy between activities. Sanctuary Saadani River Lodge Eco suite

DAY NINE DEPARTURE After breakfast, a camp representative will transfer you to the airstrip for your flight back to Dar Es Salaam. The time of the transfer will be advised to you locally by the camp management. Kindly note that all inter-camp flights are subject to multiple pick-ups and drop offs en route to your destination which could affect the flying time. Meal Plan: Breakfast As your stay comes to an end, we thank you for staying with us at our lodges and camps in Tanzania and immersing yourself in the magic of East Africa.