Overview
| Accommodation | Confirmed together with you — see the Rates tab for general comfort levels we work with. |
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| Meals | Full board on safari days; meals as specified for any city/beach nights, per your final itinerary. |
Day by Day (6 days)
ARRIVAL IN ARUSHA
You arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and are met by your driver-guide, who takes you on the 45-minute drive to your hotel in Arusha, at the foot of Mount Meru. Early to bed is wise, since the game drives start at dawn. Malaria tablets, sunscreen and a hat are worth packing, and your guide can advise you about clothing for the days ahead. A short walk around the town or a visit to the Maasai market gives you a first taste of the local life. Tonight you stay at a comfortable mid-range lodge or tented camp with private bathrooms, good food and a pool or garden. Next on the route: Fly to Zanzibar and explore Stone Town.
FLY TO ZANZIBAR AND EXPLORE STONE TOWN
After breakfast you transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar, where you are met and taken to Stone Town, the old merchant quarter and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guide leads a walk through the narrow alleys past carved wooden doors, Arab houses, mosques and the old Portuguese fort, with stops at the Old Slave Market memorial, the House of Wonders and the lively Darajani market. The Persian Baths at Kidichi, built for the sultan in the 19th century, are a quiet spot a short drive from the town. The Anglican Cathedral stands on the site of the former slave market, and the museum beside it tells the story of the trade. Your night is at a comfortable beachfront hotel with air-conditioned rooms, a garden and a bar on the sand.
BEACH DAYS ON ZANZIBAR
Your days on the island are free to relax on the white sand beaches of the north or east coast, where the water is warm and clear and coconut palms shade the shore. Traditional dhow boats still sail along the coast, and a sunset dhow cruise is a good way to end the day. The Jozani Forest is home to the endemic red colobus monkey, which is found nowhere else in the world. The east coast beaches, such as Paje and Jambiani, are known for kitesurfing, and the water changes colour with the tide. You can swim, snorkel on the coral reefs, join a dhow cruise at sunset, or try diving, kitesurfing or paddle-boarding with local operators. Popular optional excursions include a boat trip to Mnemba Atoll for snorkelling with turtles and tropical fish, a visit to the Jozani Forest to see the rare red colobus monkeys, a dolphin-watching trip from Kizimkazi and the Prison Island tortoise sanctuary. Your night is at a comfortable beachfront hotel with air-conditioned rooms, a garden and a bar on the sand. Looking ahead to tomorrow: Beach days on Zanzibar.
BEACH DAYS ON ZANZIBAR
Your days on the island are free to relax on the white sand beaches of the north or east coast, where the water is warm and clear and coconut palms shade the shore. You can swim, snorkel on the coral reefs, join a dhow cruise at sunset, or try diving, kitesurfing or paddle-boarding with local operators. Dolphins can be seen at Kizimkazi in the south, and boat trips leave early in the morning. The north coast at Nungwi and Kendwa has deeper water, so swimming is possible at any time of day, and the sunsets are excellent. Seaweed farming is done by local women on the east coast, and you can see them tending the lines at low tide. Your night is at a comfortable beachfront hotel with air-conditioned rooms, a garden and a bar on the sand. Coming up tomorrow: Beach days on Zanzibar.
BEACH DAYS ON ZANZIBAR
Your days on the island are free to relax on the white sand beaches of the north or east coast, where the water is warm and clear and coconut palms shade the shore. Traditional dhow boats still sail along the coast, and a sunset dhow cruise is a good way to end the day. The water is warm all year, and the temperatures stay between 25 and 32 degrees Celsius. Popular optional excursions include a boat trip to Mnemba Atoll for snorkelling with turtles and tropical fish, a visit to the Jozani Forest to see the rare red colobus monkeys, a dolphin-watching trip from Kizimkazi and the Prison Island tortoise sanctuary. Your hotel can arrange any of these, and our team can book them in advance. Mnemba Atoll, a protected marine area, is the best place for snorkelling, with clear water and tropical fish. You sleep at a pleasant boutique hotel by the sea, with a pool and breakfast on the terrace.
DEPARTURE FROM TANZANIA
After breakfast you check out and your driver-guide takes you to the airport for your flight home, or to your next destination. Please let us know if you want to extend your stay with a beach holiday or another safari, and we will arrange it for you. Kilimanjaro Airport is about 45 minutes from Arusha, and the check-in desks usually open three hours before departure. We hope you leave with wonderful memories of your safari and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Rates Per Person
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Included
- Private vehicle with your own driver-guide
- Park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as specified in your itinerary
- Meals as specified per day (full board on safari days)
- Airport pickup and drop-off
Excluded
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Getting There
Tour Start & End
This trip starts in Zanzibar and ends in Zanzibar.
Airport Information
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar) is the most common arrival point for this trip.
Transfer Information
We meet you at the airport and handle every transfer between destinations throughout your trip.
Accommodation Before/After
Want an extra night in Arusha, Moshi or Zanzibar before or after your trip? Just ask and we will arrange it.