Compare Chimpanzees of Western Tanzania by Audley Travel vs Tanzania in 10 days - Wildlife Safari & All-Inclusive Zanzibar - Charm by Exoticca
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| Duration | 14 days | 10 days |
| Price From | $ 12,685 | $ 4,899 |
| Price Per Day | $ 906 | $ 490 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners and All-Inclusive in Zanzibar. |
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With its white sands and turquoise waters, the Zanzibar Archipelago is an ideal place to unwind following a safari in Tanzania. You can spend your days snorkeling and diving among coral reefs, sailing on a traditional dhow and absorbing the Swahili culture. Our specialists, having visited Zanzibar Island, Pemba Island and the Mafia Islands many times, can help you plan a vacation to Zanzibar that takes in the archipelago’s highlights. There’s more to this string of islands than basking on palm-fringed beaches. Once a hub for spice traders, history here goes back 2,000 years. Nowhere is this more apparent than in Stone Town, the Zanzibari capital, where you can wander winding alleys leading to spice markets and see piles of cinnamon and nutmeg lying in the sun. Exploring the green interior of Pemba Island, you might come across farmers tending their crops. And, on the Mafia Islands, watch as fishermen make and mend their nets in tiny coastal villages. |
Journey through the most exciting wildlife parks in Africa and kick back on the beaches of Zanzibar with this safari and beach combination! Admire the herds of elephants in Tarangire National Park, and embark on the ultimate safari experience in the Serengeti National Park. Explore the natural sanctuary of Ngorongoro before enjoying an All-Inclusive escape to the idyllic island of Zanzibar. |
Day 1 Arusha
Kilimanjaro Airport , Arusha
On arrival in Kilimanjaro you will be met by your driver who will take you by road to your hotel in Arusha for the night.
Day 2 Katavi National Park
Arusha , Arusha Airport , Katavi National Park
Today you will fly by light aircraft from Arusha Airport to Katavi National Park, a journey of around four hours. On arrival, you will be met by a driver-guide from Chada Camp who will transfer you to the camp, doing a game-drive on the way. Katavi is a beautiful park with only a handful of camps, meaning you'll feel like the only people there!
Day 3 Katavi National Park
Katavi National Park
Enjoy game drives in Katavi today. The wildlife is particularly good along the river where you'll find huge herds of buffalo along with crocodiles that have dug huge caves into the riverbanks (a phenomenon unique to Katavi), lions, elephants, and some spectacular birdlife!
Day 4 Katavi National Park
Katavi National Park
Today you could try an early morning walking safari, before the heat of the day, and when the light is ideal for photography. Your guide will teach you about the smaller creatures and birds which inhabit Katavi, as well as the plants and trees and their uses in traditional medicines.
Day 5 Mahale Mountains National Park
Katavi National Park , Mahale Mountains National Park
You will take a light aircraft flight today to the Mahale Mountains National Park, on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Africa's deepest lake. The flight will take a couple of hours and you will be met on arrival by a boat which will transport you to the remote Greystoke Camp - about an hour and a half away. The steep Mahale Mountains rise up just behind the camp which is on the shores of the lake creating a fantastic backdrop for the second part of your safari.
Day 6 Mahale Mountains National Park
Mahale Mountains National Park
You can enjoy a day of chimpanzee tracking from Greystoke Camp today - the walk to find the chimps takes anywhere between an hour and four hours, depending on where the chimpanzees are. Spend an hour with the chimpanzees, which are habituated to visits by tourists, and truly fascinating to watch. You will often hear them before you see them, their howls and shrieks reverberating through the forest, adding to the excitement as you search for them with your guide.
Day 7 Mahale Mountains National Park
Mahale Mountains National Park
Greystoke offers a wonderful place to relax in one of Tanzania's most beautiful settings. You can spend your time lazing on the beach, swimming in the lake and looking for the colourful cichlid fish, or fishing from one of the lodge's boats. There are also kayaks which you can use to explore the lakeshore at your own pace should you wish.
Day 8 Mahale Mountains National Park
Mahale Mountains National Park
Today is your final full day at Greystoke, you might head back into the forest again to visit the chimpanzees for a second time, or just relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings at the camp or the beach.
Day 9 Arusha
Mahale Mountains National Park , Arusha Airport , Arusha
After breakfast you will take the boat back along the lake to the airstrip where you will board your light aircraft flight for Arusha. On arrival you will be met by a private vehicle which will take you into Arusha town and your lodge for the night.
Day 10 Zanzibar Island
Arusha , Arusha Airport , Zanzibar Airport , Zanzibar Island
This morning you will depart Arusha for Zanzibar by light aircraft, a journey of around an hour and half. You will be met on arrival and transferred across the island to the beautiful palm-fringed east coast. The journey will take you through colourful villages and past spice plantations as you head to the beautiful Matemwe where you will stay for the next four nights.
Day 11 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
Spend the day relaxing and unwinding on the beautiful stretch of beach, or by one of the two pools, reading a book under the shade of a palm tree and swimming in the warm Indian Ocean. If you're feeling more active, you can easily arrange diving or snorkelling at the dive centre down the beach, or other excursions to explore the island through the reception. You can also enjoy a massage treatment from the resident masseuse, hire bicycles to explore, or visit the nearby village, which is supported by the lodge.
Day 12 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
A good way to see more of the island is to visit one of the small-scale spice farms on the island - you get a really hands-on experience tasting and smelling the spices for which the island is famous, and children from nearby villages often run out to greet you. This can be easily arranged either in advance or when you're at the hotel, so you can see how you feel day by day.
Day 13 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
Another good way to spend a morning or afternoon if you're looking for a change of scene from the beach, is to visit the Jozani Forest in the centre of the island. It's home to the rare red Kirk's colobus monkeys which are endemic to the island and really entertaining to watch leap and play in the trees!
Day 14 Return home
Zanzibar Island
This morning you will head back to Zanzibar airport for your onward flights.
Day 1: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight to Kilimanjaro airport.* Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Arusha
Touch down at Kilimanjaro airport and transfer to Arusha, located in the shadows of volcanic Mount Meru and surrounded by verdant hills and coffee plantations. Transfer to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day relaxing or exploring at your leisure. Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania's legendary national parks. Although small, this bustling city is a centre of Maasai culture and has a good selection of local restaurants and shops. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.
Day 3: Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning exploring Arusha at your leisure. In the afternoon, head to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is famed for its large population of African elephants that congregate around the Tarangire River which crosses the park and provides a vital life source for the wildlife that lives here. Get settled at the lodge and enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Tarangire.
Day 4: Tarangire National Park - Serengeti National Park
Early breakfast at the lodge before setting off through the fertile grasslands of Tarangire for a captivating game viewing drive to discover the landscapes of baobab trees and grasslands as you look out for elephants, zebras, lions and giraffes! Afterwards, leave Tarangire and head towards the Serengeti National Park, home of the Great Migration! Picnic lunch before enjoying a game viewing drive in the Serengeti, known for its herds of blue wildebeest and zebras. Arrive at the camp in the late afternoon and spend a relaxing evening under the star-studded African sky. Dinner and overnight stay in the Serengeti.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
Breakfast at the camp. Today you can either enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives in the Serengeti National Park, with lunch at the lodge, or a full day game viewing drive with picnic lunch. The Serengeti National Park has the largest concentration of plains animals in Africa, with plentiful mammal and bird species. Savour the opportunity to spot the abundant wildlife, including the famous 'Big 5'. During the rainy season, you can witness the large scale migration of huge herds of wildebeest, zebras and other herd animals, an awe-inspiring sight! Return to the camp. Dinner and overnight stay in the Serengeti.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Breakfast at the camp. In the morning, set off for the Ngorongoro crater, descending to the bottom of the crater for a unique and unparalleled safari experience. This conservation area is famed for its rich concentration of wildlife, including the 'Big 5' as well as plentiful birdlife. The natural isolation of the crater creates a spectacular setting and unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch in these amazing surroundings before returning to the top and to your lodge, located in the verdant Karatu Highlands. Dinner and overnight stay near Ngorongoro.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Arusha - Zanzibar
Breakfast at the lodge. Bring the safari part of your trip to an end as you transfer to Arusha airport to catch a flight to the paradise isle of Zanzibar. Touch down in Zanzibar and transfer to the hotel, ready to begin your laid-back All-inclusive stay on the coast. Spend the remainder of the day exploring or relaxing at your leisure and getting settled into your surroundings. Overnight stay in Zanzibar. Why not make your stay in Zanzibar extra special by adding our Romantic Package, which includes a 30-min duo massage, private beach dinner, private bubbly breakfast on a boat and much more, in the next step of the booking process!
Day 8: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Make the most of a free day to enjoy the paradise beaches of Zanzibar, one of the most idyllic islands located off the coast of Tanzania. You can take the day to relax on the beach or make the most of your incomparable hotel facilities. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Day 9: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Take advantage of the hotel facilities and the surrounding beaches. If you want to venture out of the resort, why not explore the city of Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar. Home to elegant historic buildings, bustling markets and plenty of opportunities to encounter the local culture. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Day 10: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Spend your last day soaking up the sun and relaxing on the white sands of Zanzibar. If you are looking for a little more culture we would recommend a visit to the Beit el-Ajaib, said to be the grandest building in Zanzibar. Here you can marvel at the gigantic carved doors and find out more about Swahili culture and life on the Indian Ocean at the Museum of National History and Culture, which is housed inside. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Day 11: Zanzibar - Night on board
Breakfast at the hotel.* Sadly, it's time to bring your unforgettable Tanzanian adventure to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Night on board. * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Day 12: US
Arrive in the US and end your trip.
