Dar es Salaam

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• Airport pickup and transfer to hotelnnWelcome to Tanzania! At Zanzibar airport you will be met by our driver with a signboard showing the logo of our company in his hands. The driver will take you to the city hotel.nnRestaurantnJoint dinner and meeting your travel partnersnAfter a short rest, we head to one of the colorful city restaurants and begin to get acquainted with the local cuisine. Meet your travel partners and make new friends. The tour leader briefs your about Swahili cuisine and your trip that starts tomorrow.

• Flight to ArushanAfter an early breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar Airport. 1 hr 15 mins flight will take us to Arusha city. At the exit from the Arusha airport we will be met by our safari driver guide.nnLake Eyasi and local tribesnWe head to Lake Eyasi area, stopping along the way at the view point overlooking the famous Lake Manyara.nnLake Eyasi is a seasonal salty shallow lake at the bottom of the Great Rift Valley, being home to three different African tribes, who have preserved their traditional way of life to this day. They make and wear costumes from animal skins, hunt by shooting bows, practice gathering and cattle breeding. Fascinating cultural excursions will deeply introduce you to real, genuine East Africa. You will literally touch the history and traditions of African nations.nnDinner and overnight in the lodgenWe go to have dinner and overnight in a comfortable authentic lodge surrounded by coffee trees, with beautiful views of the green hills and a spacious clean pool.

• Today we enter a protected area, Ngorongoro Conservation. But today we're not descending to legendary big caldera on its territory, Ngorongoro Crater. We'll descend to Ngorongoro Crater a day later, and today the road will take us little away from the tourist trails, to natural wonderu2013Empakaai Crater.nnSurrounded by steep, forested cliffs, Empakaai Crater is less famous than Ngorongoro Crater, but its beauty is spectacular. The turquoise lake, which occupies most of the crater bottom, attracts flamingos and waterfowl.nEmpakaai is home to hyenas, blue monkeys and even elephants. On clear days, standing at imposing rim of Empakaai Crater, we can see Ol Doinyo Lengai, one of the youngest active volcanoes in the world.nnAccompanied by an armed ranger, we will trek to the crater and walk near the lake at the bottom of Empakai.nTransfer to Serengeti National Park with en-route game drive. This very evening, heading to the lodge, we will begin to spot the inhabitants of the u201cendless plainsu201d.

• Get up with the sunrise to the sounds of awakening nature. We are going on a full day game drive across the vast plains of Serengeti.nnSerengeti, the u201cendless plainsu201d from maa (the language of Maasai) has repeatedly won the best safari destination in Africa. The abundance of big game, including rare predators, and the incredible number of birds will surprise even experienced travelers. Here you have every chance to hold your breath and witness the legendary Great Migration of animals u2013 this unprecedented privilege will undoubtedly become one of the most remarkable events in your life. Wildebeest and zebra migration depends on the season, and our experienced safari driver guides will use all their knowledge, skills and experience to show it to you.nnWe will devote entire day to Serengeti, with a picnic lunch in the park.nnDinner and overnight in the lodge

• We descend to the bottom of the Ngorongoro Crater. Game drive in the Crater.nNgorongoro Crater u2013 worldu2019s eighth natural wonder u2013 is the crater of an ancient collapsed volcano, teeming with big game.nNgorongoro Crater is the most densely populated by wildlife territory of Africa, where, among others, critically endangered black rhinos are found. Letu2019s try to meet with all Big Five of Africa!nnAdventurous picnic lunch by the hippo lakenWe will settle for a picnic lunch by the lake, which is home to schools of hippos. Cunning birds, kites, will be after our food, but our brave driver guide will defend us from their raids.nYet, letu2019s stay alert! This will add even more wild flavor to our adventure!nnTransfer to Moshi townnWe get out of the crater after a vibrant game drive, and leave the territory of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This evening we head to Moshi town, located at the foothills of the u201croof of Africau201d u2013 Kilimanjaro.nnDinner and overnight in hotel

• After breakfast at the hotel, we get to our jeep and go to one of the Kilimanjaro National Park entrance gates.nnKilimanjaro is a majestic dormant volcano, the highest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world, 5895 meters above sea level. It has 3 volcanic cones: Kibo, Mawenzi and Shira, to which we'll go trekking.nnAfter arrival at Londorossi gate of Kilimanjaro National Park (about 2 hours on the way, altitude 2250 m.a.s.l.), we ascend by jeep to the Morum Barrier point at an altitude of about 3400 m.a.s.l.nnFrom here we start trekking on the Shira plateau to Shira-1 Camp. The total trekking time is from 1.5 to 2 hours, the speed is regulated by mountain crew according to our wishes and possibilities.nnWe walk along the moorland, observe mountain flora and extraordinary landscapes. After a picnic lunch on the mountain, we trek back to the Morum Barrier point. After this we will transfer to Londorossi Gate by jeep.nnReturn to hotel, dinner and overnight

• After breakfast we go to Moshi and Kilimanjaro Region head to West Usambara Mountains, to Lushoto town (4.5 hours drive).nnUsambara Mountains (West and East parts) are 1 of most ancient mountain ranges, divided into 2 separate massifs by a 4-km alley. West Usambara is larger and higher, the highest point of the West Usambara reaches 2290m.nnCultural excursions in LushotonLushoto is a cool green town, hidden in a fertile plain among the West Usambara Mountains at an altitude of about 1200m, surrounded by pine and eucalyptus trees mixed with banana & tropical plants. Here we'll find delightfully fresh air & lush landscapes, enjoyable climate, oldest forests, rich fauna and culture of the vibrant mountain tribe Sambaa, as well as delicious organic farm products. Itu2019s no accident that Lushoto is nicknamed as u201cAfrican Switzerlandu201d!nnLunch with farm products in Irente villagenWalk around Lushoto and visit Irente farm. We'll have lunch with local foods on farm & enjoy the views of mountains.

• Trekking and visiting local villagenWe spend this day in Western Usambara Mountains with light trekking to Irente view point and visit to a local village of the Sambaa people, whose women skilfully make wonderful pottery by hand. Today is the day of immersion in a daily life of the mountain tribe and enjoying the views of the mountains.nnDinner and overnight in the lodgenWe will reach a comfortable lodge surrounded by beautiful nature, have dinner and relax.

• After breakfast we head to the southeast, to another part of Usambara mountain range, to East Usambara mountains (3 hours drive). East Usambara are isolated from their West part. nLake activities in Magoroto Forest EstatenMagoroto Forest Estate is a gem hidden in East Usambara Mountains. nMountain biking (optionally)nThose who are keen on biking, can go mountain biking around the estate with a local guide.nWatching the sunset on the top of the mountainsnEnjoy views of the mountains and valleys, capture the sunset, meditate, and completely disconnect from reality.nnBonfire night & local dance to African drumsnDances of the local mountain tribe Sambaa to the drums, bonfire & positive vibes of this place are guaranteed to sink into your soul forever!nDinner and overnight at campsitenWe'll have a delicious open-air dinner near the lake. Stay is camping, spacious tents right by lake, with big, high-quality & very comfortable mattresses & fresh bedding.

• Waterfall in a tropical forestnWhile trekking through the vast territory of Magoroto, we will reach a beautiful waterfall, safely hidden in incredible natural u201csceneryu201d. We will find ourselves in a waking adventure movie!nnYou can swim in the waterfall, lie under its streams, splash into each other, take unique photos and videos, meditate and merge with the water element.nnRide to Pangani and Pangani River ferry crossingnIn the afternoon we will board our minivan again and drive to Pangani (2.5 hours drive).nnPangani is a town in the mainland Tanzania, on the shores of the Indian Ocean. We will cross Pangani River, which flows into the Indian Ocean, by ferry. We will move to the other side of Pangani, where rural settlements are located.nnTransfer to cliff beach. Chilling at the beachnReturn to the minivan and drive to a beautiful deserted coral beach with cliffs. We check into the lodge, and explore the unusual beautiful beach.nnDinner and overnight at the lodge

• Relax day in an exquisite lodge on the coral beach with cliffs. We swim at high tide and take a walk at low tide. Observe the phenomenon of high and low tides, meet sunrise and sunset and take delightful photosnnBonfire and dinner under the starsnAt nightfall, we can have a u201cheart to heatu201d talk by the bonfire. You can ask me questions about Africa and taste Tanzanian wines.nDinner with candles will be served for us on a cliff under a starry sky near the ocean.nIt will be so magic, that you will hardly believe that all this is happening to us, here and now!nnOvernight at the lodgenWe spend one more night in a lodge on the Pangani beach, on the shores of the Indian Ocean.

• After breakfast, we move to nearby Ushongo beach. It's a paradise sandy beach with palm trees & white sand, with almost no low tides, making it ideal for enjoying beach holiday. nnSnorkeling in marine reserve Maziwe IslandnWe get into the boat, armed with fins and snorkel masks, and sail to the marine nature reserve Maziwe Island.nnMaziwe Sandbank has been designated a nature reserve as one of the most important breeding grounds for sea turtles on the East African coast, as well as a preservation site for coral reefs. It is also home to about 400 species of fish and many coastal birds.nnWe will go for a beautiful snorkeling, where (if lucky enough) there will be a chance to meet dolphins, as well as come face to face with sea turtles.nnChilling at the beachnAfter returning from snorkeling, we will spend the rest of the day chilling on the beach with a mug of cold Tanzanian beer, swimming, sunbathing, playing the traditional Tanzanian board game Bao.nnDinner and overnight in the lodge

• Deep sea fishing in the open oceannEarly in the morning straight from our beach we board an equipped boat and go for a 4-5-hour deep sea fishing with a professional fisherman.nnAmong our todayu2019s catch there can be dorado, dolphinfish, tuna and even marlin. The catch for tonightu2019s dinner will be cooked by a gifted chef!nnChilling at the beachnSpend rest of the day chilling at Ushongo beach. Swimming, sunbathing, walking, relaxing at your own pace.nrestaurantnnDinner under the stars and overnight

• After breakfast, we will board the motor boat and get to Unguja island. Our destination is Kendwa beach on the north coast of the island (1.5 hours).nChilling at the beach or excursions (optional)nSpend a day at Kendwa Beach. Choose among free program at your own pace, or additional excursions (visit the island of giant tortoises, Jozani forest with endemic red colobus monkeys, a seaweed farm and a factory of seaweed products, go for snorkeling, diving, riding quad bikes)nWe will dine in one of the atmospheric restaurants on the beach (the restaurant bill on this day is excluded from the cost of the tour).nBeach party (optional)nIf desired and possible, we will plunge into the nightlife of Zanzibar during an explosive party on one of the Zanzibar beaches (additional option).nnOvernight in the lodgenWe are going to spend the night in our comfortable rooms before heading to airport tomorrow.

• Transfer to Zanzibar AirportnIf time permits, we spend this morning at Kendwa Beach. After that we go to Zanzibar airport (about 1 hour 20 minutes driving).

Good to know

• Service animals allowed

• Public transportation options are available nearby

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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