Trip Details
Arusha | Serengeti National Park | Zanzibar
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
DISCOVER
- Witness diverse wildlife in Serengeti.
- Explore natural wonders of Tanzania.
- Encounter wildlife on daily game drives.
EXPERIENCE
- Engage in local cultural experiences.
- Immerse in authentic African traditions.
- Relax on Zanzibar's pristine beaches.
CHOICE
- Indulge in water sports and leisure activities.
- Delight in spa experiences.
Sunday – 1 December 2024 - Arrive Kilimanjaro – Transfer Arusha
On arrival at Arusha’s Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to the Arusha Coffee Lodge.
Arusha Coffee Lodge is surrounded by evergreen coffee fields. The theme of coffee permeates throughout the lodge, reflecting in the colors and textures of the delightfully comfortable accommodations with beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms.
During your stay you will have the opportunity to visit Shanga, an incredible souvenir shop that supports women and men with disabilities . “Shanga”, the Swahili for bead is a place where you can find necklaces made from fabric and beads. The creative force behind this initiative is Saskia, who reached out to the community to help her meet the demand for these necklaces. As the business grows it supports the many locals who produce these artisanal gifts using recycled and sustainable materials.
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge – Plantation Room (D)
Monday – 2 December 2024 - Arusha/Serengeti National Park
Transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Seronera Airstrip. On arrival you will be met and transferred to Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge, arriving in time for lunch.
All the rooms at Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge have a balcony and great views over the Serengeti and have en-suite bathrooms including solar-heated indoor and outdoor showers. The rooms are furnished with large beds with mosquito netting, sofa chairs, wardrobe, dressing table, and a luggage rack. Also, an in-room safe, ceiling fan, Wi-Fi access, fridge, tea, and coffee making station, bathrobe, slippers, and hairdryer.
The lodge has a lounge, bar, and restaurant, with spectacular views. Other facilities include a laundry, an infinity swimming pool, gym, spa, and gift shop. This is an eco-friendly lodge using solar power and has a standby generator.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Accommodation: Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Tuesday – 3 December 2024 - Serengeti National Park
Today you can take an optional early morning balloon safari at an added cost of $475 per person.
Enjoy a full day of morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti. Venue for ‘The greatest wildlife show on Earth’, the park is renowned for its wildebeest, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, and plains game. Golden-manned lions, leopards, hyenas, elephants, jackals, wild dogs, topi, and impala are just a few of the hundreds of different species in the massive park.
Accommodation: Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Wednesday – 4 December 2024 - Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another full day of morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti.
Accommodation: Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Thursday – 5 December 2024 - Serengeti National Park/Zanzibar
After breakfast, depart to Seronera Airstrip to connect with your domestic scheduled flight to Zanzibar. On arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be met and transferred to Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa.
The Resort has been meticulously created, emulating traditional Zanzibar style, using the best in local design, interiors, and furnishing. All rooms have a terrace and ocean view. Facilities include a main restaurant, 4 à la carte restaurants, a snack restaurant, 2 bars, and a coconut beach bar, the Earth and Rain Spa, the Spherique Boutique, and a water sports center.
Accommodation: Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa – Deluxe Seaside w/partial Ocean View
(B, L, D)
Friday – 6 December 2024 - Zanzibar
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa has 2 large freshwater swimming pools. Daily entertainment program with the animation team includes water gym, stretching exercises, African dance lessons, beach volleyball, water polo, boa game, Swahili lessons, village walk, table tennis, pool table, soccer table, and darts.
Leisure and sports facilities are an extra charge: All sailing and diving activities, snorkeling trips, water sports, water skiing, tours, and excursions. The water sports center at the hotel offers lessons, hobie cat, canoes, and windsurfers for rent.
Accommodation: Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa – Deluxe Seaside w/partial Ocean View
(B, L, D)
Saturday – 7 December 2024 - Zanzibar
Explore Stone Town on a half day tour and spice tour in the world's oldest Swahili coastal trading city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Browse the curios and artworks in the bazaars and markets or just wander around the mosques and temples.
This will be followed by a Cultural Tour to visit the Darajani Bazaar, House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib, People's Palace Museum, Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral and Freddie Mercury Museum.
Find the house where Freddy Mercury was born, and wander through the bazaars and car-free streets of Stone City on this guided tour.
Accommodation: Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa – Deluxe Seaside w/partial Ocean View
(B, L, D)
Sunday – 8 December 2024 - Zanzibar/Depart
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport in time for your international flight home. (B)
Add-Ons
Gorilla Trekking
We suggest you enhance this once in a lifetime trip with a moving and poignant visit with endangered Mountain Gorillas. A 4-night extension to Rwanda to participate in gorilla trekking is highly recommended. See our Gorillas of Rwanda itinerary for more details.
Azure Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the perfect post-safari beach destination, with its white sandy beaches, azure waters and alluring culture. Check out our Azure Zanzibar itinerary or speak to one of our Africa Specialists for more information.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Hot Air Balloon
Enhance your safari with a peaceful and scenic view over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon.
Contact one of our Lion World Travel Africa specialist will advise you on additional costs for these extra activities.
Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land arrangements only, based on double occupancy accommodations.
USD$4799* Per person sharing
USD$1000* Single Supplement
*Rates valid for above specific December 2024 dates.
Inclusions:
- All transport and game drives in a 7-seater 4x4 safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide.
- Accommodation as specified.
- Meals as specified.
- All Park fees.
- All government taxes.
- Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival.
Exclusions:
- International flights to/from Tanzania.
- Telephone bills, laundry, and any items of a personal nature.
- Drinks, dining room tips, porterage.
- Any items not specified above.
- Costs of Passports and Visas.
- Driver/Guide gratuities
- Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the entire duration of your travels – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have sufficient insurance coverage.
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