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 Welcome to Tanzania
From wildlife spectacles to inspiring landscapes
 Table of Content

The Story 1
Tanzania 2
Luxury Hotels 3 - 12
Destinations 13 - 27
Activities 29 - 35
Holiday Types 37 - 40
Places To Go 41 - 43
Zanzibar 45 - 46
Zanzibar Culture & Life 47 - 48
Zanzibar Nature 49 - 52
Discover Zanzibar 53 - 55
Luxury Journeys 57 - 68
Frequently Asked Questions 71 - 72
Tips - On the Go 73 - 74
Sanyog Gupta Voyages
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realise that our love lies not in booking tour packages, but
in showcasing the unique experiences across the nations
we serve. We realised that there are many secret corners
of our world, rare moments, mysteries and stories.

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TANZANIA
Tanzania is Africa’s visual masterpiece. It is a country of natural
splendour, astounding wildlife, seductive beaches, charming ancient
towns, archaeological sites and geological wonders.

IT ALL STARTS WITH

HABARI

Tanzania is a beautiful, untamed country of

diverse landscapes ranging from majestic
mountain peaks to white sand beaches and
endless stretches of open plains, famously
inhabited by large herds of wildlife. In
particular, the Great Migration is a sight
that draws safari enthusiasts year after
year for its affirmation of life and
timelessness.

While climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and

embarking on a safari across the northern
circuit are the most well known adventures,
there are certainly more remote safari
circuits that are equally as majestic.

A safari to Tanzania requires careful

planning in terms of timing, weather and
locations, especially with regards to animal
movements. We will be able to guide you to
the best areas so that all of your own
unique interests can be included in your
Tanzania safari.

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 &BEYOND MNEMBA ISLAND
If you have ever harbored the secret wish of
finding yourself the sole inhabitant of a beautiful
tropical island, but without the effort of having to
lift a finger to fend for yourself, &Beyond Mnemba
Island is just the place for you.

This romantic, private hideaway is an award-

winning barefoot beach paradise just off the
northeast coast of Zanzibar, that accommodates
a maximum of 20 guests at a time.

SINGITA FARU FARU LODGE

Singita Faru Faru Lodge is set in Grumeti in
northern Tanzania, which is part of the Serengeti
Mara ecosystem. Built on a gently sloping hill,
this riverine lodge, positioned on the renowned
migratory route traversed annually by more than
2 million wildebeests, is a place where you can
quite literally expect the unexpected.

With such close proximity to the river and plains,

guests have the unique opportunity to experience
a very close connection with the wilderness.

&BEYOND NGORONGORO CRATER

With ever-changing views as mists swirl and
clouds scurry over the huge wildlife cauldron
below, the location of &Beyond Ngorongoro
Crater Lodge is truly breathtaking. Divided into
three camps, 30 stilted suites with banana leaf
ceilings and grass roofs provide an intimate and
exclusive safari experience.

Each camp has its own sitting and dining areas,

with private butlers who provide warm, personal
service.

THE RETREAT SELOUS

The Retreat Selous is a unique all-suite tented
lodge, found in the remote far north of the
UNESCO protected Selous Game Reserve on
the banks of the wide Great Ruaha River.

The spaciously set tented suites have been

constructed to correspond with the surrounding
habitat, whilst guaranteeing privacy & romance.
Bespoke furnishings, African antiques, natural
materials, and precious stones are carefully
blended to create a unique sense of comfort and
natural luxury.

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SINGITA SABORA TENTED CAMP
Singita Sabora Tented Camp is situated in an
untouched wilderness area of Grumeti Reserves,
spanning over 350,000 acres in northern
Tanzania.

The intimate 1920s-style explorer’s camp is

permeated by a sense of nostalgic adventure.
Steeped in character, Singita Sabora Tented
Camp surprises guests with an opulence that is
delightfully out-of-place with the rugged terrain of
the surrounding savannah plains.

AZURA SELOUS
The Selous is Africa’s oldest and biggest game
reserve, and one of its last great wilderness
areas.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site has long been

renowned for having more wild dog, elephant,
lion, hippo and buffalo than any other game
reserve in the World. Azura Selous has a pristine
location on the banks of the Great Ruaha river,
ensuring game viewing from your bed, deck, and
even your outdoor shower.

&BEYOND LAKE MANYARA TREE LODGE

Most people think that the famous tree-climbing
lions at Lake Manyara have developed their
climbing habit to get away from annoying insects.
However, they might just be jealous of the
magnificent treehouse suites at &Beyond Lake
Manyara Tree Lodge.

Cradled in the boughs of an ancient mahogany

forest, the lodge blends into the natural beauty of
its breathtaking surroundings.

FOUR SEASONS SAFARI SERENGETI

Set within Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park,
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti is the
perfect escape for those looking for a truly
magical experience and to get up close and
intimate with nature. The design of the property
reflects both contemporary African architectural
style and its surrounding landscape, with the
centerpiece of the lodge being a two-story great
house that includes a choice of both indoor and
outdoor dining options.

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 PARK HYATT ZANZIBAR
Park Hyatt Zanzibar is the quintessential
destination from which to experience the rich
culture, heritage and historical significance of
Zanzibar’s main city, Stone Town, a designated
UNESCO heritage site. Sitting majestically on the
beachfront in the heart of Stone Town, the hotel
provides the ultimate haven amongst the city’s
labyrinth of winding alleys, bustling markets,
mosques and famed Zanzibari doors, featuring
magnificent ornate wooden carvings.

&BEYOND KLEIN’S CAMP

Situated on the only concession that borders on
both Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenia’s Masai
Mara National Parks, &Beyond Klein’s Camp
offers some of the best panoramic views of these
two iconic destinations, which also play host to
one of the greatest wildlife migrations on earth. In
this untamed and rugged landscape, you can
enjoy exceptional game viewing, thrilling night
game drives, Maasai culture and old-fashioned
safari luxury.

ELEWANA ARUSHA COFFEE LODGE

Situated amongst one of Tanzania's largest
coffee estates, the Arusha Coffee Lodge sets
within the rolling foothills of Mount Meru. Located
on the western edge of Arusha, the aroma of
coffee permeates throughout the property.

Designed around the original landowner's home,

plantation rooms and suites are set within 30
plantation houses. Accommodations feature
wood floors, ceilings with wood beams, and brick
accents.

ESSQUE ZALU ZANZIBAR

Nestled along a natural cove, Essque Zalu
Zanzibar is a contemporary property with 40
individual suites and 8 villas offering views of the
turquoise waters and tropical gardens. The
upscale accommodations incorporate local
traditions with pitched machete roofs, native
artwork, and local materials.

For dining, the property offers two unique

restaurants serving farm-to-table cuisine, along
with three bars.

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KIRAWIRA LUXURY TENTED CAMP
The most exclusive of the Serena Group's many
safari venues, and a member of the Small Luxury
Hotels of the World group, Kirawira Tented Camp
offers the epitome of classic ‘Out of Africa' safari
camp luxury. Styled to replicate the elegant
hunting camps of such legendary ‘white hunters'
as Denys Finch Hatton and Baron Bror Blixen, it
is located adjacent to the famous western
corridor of the Serengeti National Park - arena of
the ‘Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth', the annual
migration of over one million wildebeest.

SERENGETI SERENA SAFARI LODGE

Set high on the saddle of a tree-clad ridge,
commanding panoramic views across the
Serengeti, this lodge is the ultimate fusion of
traditional African architecture and world-class
style. Winner of numerous awards from the world
travel press, it is perhaps the finest venue the
Serengeti has to offer.

Centrally located adjacent to the famous Western

Corridor and Grumeti River, the lodge has been
designed to blend completely into the living
landscape.

NGORONGORO SERENA SAFARI LODGE

Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the
world, this unique lodge clings to the rim of the
magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and
most perfect volcanic crater on Earth.

Long and low, the lodge is built from local river

stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines.
Designed to blend completely into the landscape,
it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater
600 metres below.

ZANZIBAR SERENA INN

Idyllically situated on the sea front of ancient
Stone Town, washed by the aquamarine waters
of the Zanzibar channel, redolent of the scent of
cloves and flanked by an exotic melange of
sultan's palaces, Portuguese forts, ancient dhow
harbours, dark slave markets, and bright
bazaars, the Zanzibar Serena Inn is a haven of
tranquillity and opulence amongst the bustle of
Zanzibar.

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 SINGITA SASAKWA LODGE
Singita Sasakwa Lodge is one of three Singita
lodges in this enormous private concession (350
000 acres), which means that you’ll have this wild
stretch of Africa all to yourself. Sasakwa Lodge is
built in the style of an Edwardian manor house.

Stone walls, deep verandas, high ceilings, stately

furniture, silverware and ornamental pieces
complete the picture. Each cottage has a private
infinity-edge pool overlooking where the land
stretches to forever.

HYATT REGENCY DAR ES SALAAM

A stay at Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The
Kilimanjaro offers a variety of possibilities to keep
you entertained. Unwind with a soothing
massage or body treatment at the Anantara Spa,
or enjoy sunbathing on the infinity pool deck and
enjoy superb views overlooking Dar es Salaam
harbour. Discover Tanzanian treasures in the
ground floor shopping arcade or try your luck at
the Kilimanjaro Casino, where games such as
blackjack and roulette await.

ZURI ZANZIBAR HOTEL

Set right on the edge of one of the best beaches
in Tanzania, Zuri is a high-end eco-resort that is
the perfect place for sun loving guests to use as
a base. Guests can follow the pretty lantern-lit
jungle paths that lead the way to a collection of
55 thatched-roof villas that have been carefully
designed to reflect the style of a traditional
African village. Guests who want to be able to
enjoy plenty of privacy while also having easy
access to the beach are sure to love staying at
Zuri.

JABALI RIDGE
This beautiful and sophisticated lodge has been
built on the side of a hill and provides guests with
stunning views all the way across the expansive
wilderness of Ruaha National Park. The lodge
has been designed so that it blends seamlessly
with its pristine natural surroundings and is a very
special place to stay while spending time in this
part of the world. While each room is extremely
elegant and natural, people who want the chance
to soak up stunning sunrise views should make
sure that they secure room one.

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DIAMONDS STAR OF THE EAST
Guests who book one of the eleven spacious
villas at the Diamonds Star of the East will be
treated to a private and exclusive sanctuary as
well as a whole host of luxurious amenities such
as a private plunge pool and a very tastefully
furnished terrace, the establishment can be found
just five minutes from the famous Nungwi
beaches and guests will be able to take in the
majesty of the famous Zanzibar sunset from their
covered Makuti patio.

MELIÁ SERENGETI LODGE

Meliá Serengeti Lodge lies just shy of an hour’s
drive from the sparse Seronera Airstrip, in the
heart of the Serengeti National Park. The lone
property for miles and clinging to the crest of a
hill, guests are treated to unrivalled views across
the park’s immense plains and the Mbalageti
River Valley. Herds of elephants can often be
seen traipsing the grasslands below while, in the
evenings, lions and other big cats are known to
saunter the hotel’s grounds or take a dip in the
pool.

THE RESIDENCE ZANZIBAR

The one hour and 20-minute drive from Zanzibar
Kisauni airport means you are completely away
from the hustle and bustle of the outside world,
but also reliant on a car to get anywhere.

That said, the hotel is so beautiful, you may not

even want to leave anyway. Security in and out of
the resort is tight and the hotel will gladly arrange
a taxi if wishing to venture out.

THE OYSTER BAY

Oyster Bay is also the name of the surrounding
affluent neighbourhood, an Indian Ocean-facing
enclave of embassies, palm trees and private
residences. It’s not central, but then most guests
don’t aim to explore the city – they’re here for a
night before, during or after a safari.

The airport is 30-90 minutes away depending on

the whims of Dar’s legendary traffic – lightest on
Sundays, worst during weekday rush-hours.

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 XANADU VILLAS & RETREAT
Zanzibar was previously a Sultanate of Oman,
and the striking dome-shape roofs and large
circular rooms reference the Arab history and
influence on this spice island. Alongside ornate
copper camps and trays, there are African
artworks, including black and white watercolours.

Villas are set around a makuti-thatched central

pool and bar/restaurant area. Vervet monkeys
occasionally work their way through the grounds
– even they seem pretty chilled out.

ROHO YA SELOUS
Roho lies on a promontory of Lake Nzerakera in
Selous’ best wildlife area. The flight to Siwondu
from Dar es Salaam takes 35 minutes, then you’ll
embark on a game drive to camp lasting a couple
of hours depending on what’s around. Located
within Tanzania’s 'Southern Circuit', Selous has
lush landscapes and special residents including
rare wild dogs, yet far fewer visitors than the
northern parks of Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Crater. Therein lies its charm.

MWIBA LODGE
Set in a private 51,000-acre wildlife reserve in the
south-west of the Serengeti, this exclusive lodge,
with its thick and scrubby vegetation, is a far cry
from the savannah landscape typical of the
central Serengeti region. While the wildlife in the
area might be a bit skittish at times, the quality of
its safari tours is excellent, focusing as much on
the fascinating smaller species as the bigger
ones. Between January and March, guests can
visit the migration herds around Ndutu as a day
trip.

MELIÁ ZANZIBAR
The resort hugs the northeast coastline of the
island, roughly 45 minutes drive from Zanzibar’s
international airport and capital city, Stone Town.

Set back from the main coastal road, there’s a

feeling of isolated calmness, although most of the
island’s popular tourist spots, such as its famed
spice plantations, are easily accessible by car in
under an hour.

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LITTLE CHEM CHEM
Adjoining unfenced Tarangire – a beautiful park,
with baobabs in wide open grass plains giving
way to lush green swamps, and densely
populated with wildlife – and Lake Manyara, often
pink tinged with flamingoes, Little Chem Chem is
ideally positioned to explore two of Tanzania’s
iconic national parks.

Stylish, hands-on owners Fabia Bausch and

Nicolas Negre bring a European glamour to the
traditional Out of Africa-style safari camp.

MATEMWE LODGE
The lodge is situated beside an 11 mile-long
beach (17 km) near the village of Matemwe in the
northeast of the island. Opposite the lodge is the
diving haven of Mnemba Island.

As with the whole east coast, the sea here is tidal

receding up to a kilometre at low-tide. The beach
can also be affected by seaweed between
September and November.

NAMIRI PLAINS
Surrounded by an ocean of grass, Namiri is
where you fully comprehend why the Masaai
called this region Serengeti, ‘endless plains’. It’s
at least an hour’s drive to any other camp, so big
cat encounters are unlikely to be spoilt by the
arrival of another vehicle – a true luxury for safari
aficionados. What you won’t see in this
environment are large mammals requiring trees,
such as giraffe and elephant, but the rolling green
parklands that typify more popular central
Seronera are one to two hour's drive away.

FUNDU LAGOON
Pemba, the ‘Green Island’, takes around an hour
by plane from Dar Es Salaam, usually flying via
Zanzibar. Fundu Lagoon is reached via a 45-
minute drive from Pemba ‘s Chake Chake airport
and a 15-minute speedboat ride from Nkoani
port. It’s right on the beach, with 15 of the 17
rooms and suites looking right out onto sand and
ocean.

The Pemba Marine Reserve across from Fundu

has pristine corals and masses of fish, offering
top diving without the crowds.

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 EMERSON SPICE
The hotel sits on a tiny square overlooking Tharia
Street in the centre of Stone Town, a five-minute
walk to Forodhani Gardens, the Old Fort and the
city's other main sights.

There's no direct vehicle access, so ask your taxi

driver to call the hotel once nearby; staff will
happily come to guide you along the narrow,
winding streets. Street noise carries through the
wooden shutters, and the night is pierced by the
first call to prayer from the mosque across the
road.

BLUEBAY BEACH RESORT & SPA

Perched on the sparsely populated northern
coast, Bluebay’s remoteness is part of its appeal.
It’s a one-hour drive (29 miles) from the airport,
and from the shops, sights and restaurants of
Stone Town. Going outside the resort requires a
lengthy car ride, but the upside is a peaceful
palm tree-lined white sand beach.

Indian and African styles mesh here, although the

vibe is more beach resort-y than exotic.

MKOMBE'S HOUSE, LAMAI

Set unobtrusively on Kogakuria Kopje above a
classic Serengeti view. Mkombe’s House is an
ideal base to witness the river crossings that take
place between July and October, when the
wildebeest plunge into the fast-flowing waters of
the Mara River, many of them straight into the
waiting jaws of crocodiles. That said, the
proximity of permanent water means that resident
game is plentiful year-round, so worth booking
here even after the wildebeest have headed
south, trailing tourists in their wake.

HOTEL SLIPWAY
Slipway lies on the seafront of the Msasani
Peninsula, an hour or more from the airport in
heavy traffic but just 20 minutes away in the early
hours when many international flights depart. It’s
one of Dar’s more popular venues for killing time
in the city, complete with boutiques, eateries, a
bank, salon and spa.

Located in one of Dar’s smarter areas, its relaxed

vibe attracts well-heeled locals and expats as
well as tourists.

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UNGUJA LODGE
Situated near the village of Kizimkazi Mkunguni
at the southern tip of Zanzibar overlooking the
Menai Bay, this is a quiet part of the island with
few hotels and idyllic beaches.

The lodge is set amidst an indigenous forest built

on a coral ridge above a brilliant white sand
beach that disappears at high tide.

Owners Ralph and Elies, and manager Martien,

infuse the place with their unique brand of warm
hospitality.

POLE POLE
Unpretentious barefoot luxury (Pole Pole means
‘slowly, slowly’ in Swahili). Dreamt up by the late
Massimo Lancellotti, the collection of low-impact
timber-and-thatch buildings opened in 1998 and
the overall atmosphere is beautifully tranquil.

Wandering along the sandy paths, glimpsing

paradise flycatchers or watching a whole
squadron of flying foxes soaring overhead at
dusk, is absolutely magical.

KWIHALA CAMPS, RUAHA NP

Game-rich and ecologically varied Ruaha
National Park is the size of Wales and home to
10 per cent of the world’s lion population. Kwihala
is located in the north, near the palm-lined
Mwagusi sand river, and within easy striking
distance of the baobab-studded plains and rocky
koppies favoured by leopards. This unique
landscape, wild and undiscovered, changing
chameleon-like from green to ‘gold’ in the dry
season, is one of the reasons Ruaha attracts so
many repeat visitors.

ZANZIBAR WHITE SANDS VILLAS

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is a
luxury boutique hotel located on the pristine
sands of Paje beach, on the East coast of
Zanzibar. Our spacious luxury villas (from 500
m2), with their pool and recreational area offer
the utmost privacy in a natural setting, while the
amenities deliver the highest standard of service:
spa treatments and facilities, two restaurants, a
rooftop champagne bar, a beach bar and a
lounge, as well as a high-end kitesurfing and
watersports center.

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DESTINATIONS
NORTHERN CIRCUIT

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ARUSHA CITY
Located in the northern highlands of Tanzania,
beneath the twin peaks of Mt. Meru and Mount
Kilimanjaro, Arusha is the safari capital of the
country. Guests embarking on the popular
northern safari circuit all stop in the ‘Geneva of
Africa’ to prepare for their journeys into the
African bush.

From is two-lane streets, the dramatic crater of

Mt. Meru stands over the town like a majestic
sentinel, it’s crater strewn with thick clouds, it’s
slopes dark with verdant forest.

ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK

Arusha National Park (ANAPA) is a gem of varied
ecosystems and spectacular views of Mt. Meru,
the crater that gives the region its name. It is a
popular destination for day trip visitors who are
about to embark from the town of Arusha on
longer northern circuit safaris. The small national
park includes the slopes, summit, and ash cone
of Mt. Meru, the Momela Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater,
and the lush highland forests that blanket its
lower slopes.

LAKE CHALA
Lake Chala is a unique caldera lake, and is
thought to be the deepest inland body of water in
Africa. This lake is fed by underground springs
from Mt. Kilimanjaro.

The lake has a great diversity of life. From lush

lake shore forest to stunning volcanic savannah;
from river beds marvelously carved through
ancient rock, to thick bush or open ‘mbuga’.
Walking at Lake Chala is a magical experience
that will put you back in touch with nature.

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

Located beneath the cliffs of the Manyara
Escarpment, on the edge of the Rift Valley, Lake
Manyara National Park offers varied ecosystems,
incredible bird life, and breathtaking views.

Located on the way to Ngorongoro Crater and

the Serengeti, Lake Manyara National Park is
worth a stop in its own right. Its ground water
forests, bush plains, baobab strewn cliffs, and
algae-streaked hot springs offer incredible
ecological variety in a small area, rich in wildlife
and incredible numbers of birds.

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 LAKE NATRON
A soda lake at the base of the active Ol Donyo
Lengai volcano, the area around Lake Natron is
often described as having a desolate and almost
lunar beauty. Lake Natron is found in the northern
part of Tanzania. Nearest towns to Lake Natron
are Arusha in Tanzania and Magadi in Kenya. It is
the most important breeding site for Lesser
Flamingos in the world. East Africa has 1.5-2.5
million Lesser Flamingos, representing three-
quarters of the world population and most of
them are hatched at Lake Natron.

MKOMAZI NATIONAL PARK

Set below the verdant slopes of the spectacular
Usambara and Pare Eastern Arc Mountain
Ranges and overseen by iconic snow – capped
peak of Kilimanjaro, Mkomazi is a virgin
breathtaking beauty exhibiting unique natural
treasures and immense sense of space – which
adds to the fulfillment of high visitor’s enjoyment
expectations – a much needed bridge between
northern circuit and coastal attractions. Every
day, thousands of people pass within a few
kilometers of Mkomazi on one of Tanzania’s
busiest highways.

MT. KILIMANJARO NP
At 5896m Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest
mountain and one of the continent's magnificent
sights, It has three main volcanic peaks, Kibo,
Mawenzi & Shira. The name itself "Kilimanjaro" is
a mystery wreathed in clouds. It might mean
Mountain of Light, Mountain of Greatness or
Mountain of Caravans. Above the gently rolling
hills and plateaux of northern Tanzania rises the
snowy peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro, it’s slopes and
glaciers shimmering above the rising clouds.

MOUNT MERU
With its 4566m, Mount Meru is the fifth highest
mountain on the African continent and the second
highest in Tanzania. About 250,000 years ago, a
massive volcanic explosion wiped out the entire
eastern flank of the mountain and left it with the
quaint and distinctive look it has today. Last
eruption: 1910. As the flora changes, the fauna
does the same: during the ascent, you will meet
large mammals such as elephants and buffaloes,
but you may also encounter leopards.

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MOUNT OL DOINYO LENGAI
"Oldoinyo Lengai" means “The Mountain of God”
in the Maasai language.

The summit of this strato-volcano is 2962 metres

above sea level, and affords direct views into the
caldera of Tanzania’s only officially-certified
active volcano, and the world’s only carbonatite
volcano; records of eruptions have been
maintained since 1883, the largest of which
deposited ash 100 kilometres away in Loliondo
on the Kenyan border to the north west.

NGORONGORO CONSERVATION
The jewel in Ngorongoro's crown is a deep,
volcanic crater, the largest un flooded and
unbroken caldera in the world. About 20kms
across, 600 meters deep and 300 sq kms in area,
the Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtaking natural
wonder. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s
most famous sites and is said to have the highest
density of wildlife in Africa. Sometimes described
as an ‘eighth wonder of the world’, the Crater has
achieved world renown, attracting an ever-
increasing number of visitors each year.

OLDUVAI GORGE & LAETOLI

Over the last thirty years or so, it has become
increasingly apparent that Africa is probably the
"Cradle of Mankind". From Africa they spread out
to populate the rest of Earth. Remains of the
earliest humans were found in Oldupai Gorge.
Olduvai Gorge is a site in Tanzania that holds the
earliest evidence of the existence of human
ancestors. Paleoanthropologists have found
hundreds of fossilized bones and stone tools in
the area dating back millions of years, leading
them to conclude that humans evolved in Africa.

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

Serengeti National Park is undoubtedly the best-
known wildlife sanctuary in the world, unequalled
for its natural beauty and scientific value, it has
the greatest concentration of plains game in
Africa. The Serengeti National Park in Tanzania
was established in 1952. It is home to the
greatest wildlife spectacle on earth - the great
migration of wildebeest and zebra. The resident
population of lion, cheetah, elephant, giraffe, and
birds is also impressive.

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DESTINATIONS
SOUTHERN CIRCUIT

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KILWA KISIWANI
Kilwa Kisiwani, an authentic historical town in
Real South, Located about 300km south of Dar
es Salaam, Kilwa Kisiwani is the leading
historical site in southern Tanzania.

With its twin island of Songo Mnara, Kilwa

Kisiwani is the United Nations Scientific and
Educational Organization (UNESCO) World
Heritage site, known by its rich history and
Swahili cultural heritage blended with African and
Arabic cultures.

KITULO NATIONAL PARK

Locals refer to the Kitulo Plateau as Bustani ya
Mungu – The Garden of God – whereas botanists
have dubbed it the Serengeti of Flowers, host to
‘one of the great floral spectacles of the world’.

Kitulo is indeed a rare botanical marvel, home to

a full 350 species of vascular plants, including 45
varieties of terrestrial orchids, which erupt into a
riotous wildflower display of breathtaking scale
and diversity during the main rainy season of late
November to April.

LAKE NGOSI
Lake Ngosi, a thrilling crater lake in Southern
Highlands of Tanzania. Standing as the second
largest Crater Lake in Africa, Ngosi Lake is the
leading tourist attraction in Rungwe district pulling
hundreds of visitors each year. It is located at an
uplift of 2,600 meters above sea level in a thick,
natural forest of the Uporoto nature reserve,
covering some 9,332 hectares of land. It has a
length of 2.5 kilometers and width of 1.5
kilometers and 75 meters deep.

LAKE NYASA
Lake Nyasa, also called Lake Malawi, lake,
southernmost and third largest of the East African
Rift Valley lakes of East Africa, lying in a deep
trough mainly within Malawi. The Lake lies in the
sided walls of mountain ranges: the forested
Livingston Mountains and Nyika Plateau, which
provide the magnificent view of the lake from far
and the landscape for hikers and backpackers.
Lake Nyasa (Nyasa means “lake”) is located at
the south-west of Tanzania, The lake lies in three
countries’ territory; Tanzania and Malawi.

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 MBOZI METEORITE
World's eighth largest, located about 65km
southwest of Mbeya is the Mbozi meteorite,
weighing an estimated 25 metric tonnes, it's
around 3m long and 1m tall. Mbozi meteorite is
the most popular tourist attraction found in
Songwe region. Weighing in at a cool 12 tons, the
irregularly shaped Mbozi Meteorite – which lies
on the southwestern slope of Marengi Hill, 70
kilometers west of Mbeya, off the road to
Tunduma – is the world’s eighth largest known.

MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK

Mikumi is Tanzania’s fourth-largest national park.
It’s also the most accessible from Dar es Salaam.
With almost guaranteed wildlife sightings, it
makes an ideal safari destination for those
without much time. Since the completion of the
paved road connecting the park gate with Dar es
Salaam, Mikumi National Park has been slated to
become a hotspot for tourism in Tanzania.
Located between the Uluguru Mountains and the
Lumango range, Mikumi is the fourth largest
national park in Tanzania.

RUAHA NATIONAL PARK

Ruaha national park is one of the few Tanzania’s
famous wilderness area where one can have a
rare experience of game viewing spiced up by
the fascinating landscape. The park is rich of
plants and animals such as Greater Kudu
(Tragelaphus strepsiceros) which can not be
found in any other national park. The park boasts
of her almost untouched and unexplored
ecosystem, making visitors’ safari experience
very unique.

SELOUS GAME RESERVE

Selous Game Reserve is Africa's largest game
reserve and one of favourite game viewing areas
in Africa. Covering 50,000 square kilometres, is
amongst the largest protected areas in Africa and
is relatively undisturbed by human impact.
Africa’s largest and oldest game reserve is one of
its most scenic wildlife destinations; the Selous is
utterly beautiful. The beauty of the park is
matched by the quality of a safari here; boating,
walking and fly camping compliment standard
game driving in thriving wildlife areas.

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UDZUNGWA NATIONAL PARK
Udzungwa is the largest and with most biodiversity and a
chain of a dozen large forest-swathed mountains that rise
majestically from the flat coastal scrub of eastern Tanzania.

Known collectively as the Eastern Arc Mountains, this

archipelago of isolated massifs has also been dubbed as the
African Galapagos for its treasure-trove of endemic plants
and animals, most familiarly being the delicate African violet.

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DESTINATIONS
EASTERN CIRCUIT

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AMBONI CAVES
The Amboni Caves are the most extensive
limestone caves in East Africa. They are located
8 km north of Tanga City in Tanzania off the
Tanga-Mombasa road. The caves were formed
about 150 million years ago during the Jurassic
age. It covers an area of 234 km². According to
researchers the area was under water some 20
million years ago.

There are altogether ten caves but only one is

used for guided tours.

BAGAMOYO TOWN
The town of Bagamoyo is a home to world class
Historical sites and one of UNESCO’s World
Heritage Sites with rich cultural heritage waiting
you to explore. This town was once a most
important trading port along the East African
Coast and a German East Africa Capital.
Bagamoyo is home to many ethnic groups,
including the Wakwere, Wazaramo and Wazigua.
Different cultures including people of Arab
descent coexist in Bagamoyo making the town a
peaceful and friendly place for visitors from all
over the world.

DAR ES SALAAM CITY

Dar es Salaam is the largest city and economic
capital of Tanzania. Located in a quiet bay off the
Indian Ocean coast, the city has developed into
an economic importance to become a prosperous
centre of the entire East African region.

Its bustling harbour is the main port in Tanzania.

Its industrial area produces products for export
and use throughout the country.

LUSHOTO TOWN
This leafy highland town is nestled in a fertile
valley at about 1200m, surrounded by pines and
eucalyptus mixed with banana plants and other
tropical foliage. It’s the centre of the western
Usambaras and makes an ideal base for hikes
into the surrounding hills. Lushoto is also the
heartland of the Wasambaa people. Local culture
is strong. In Muheza and parts of the Tanga
region closer to the coast, Swahili is used almost
exclusively. Here however, Sambaa is the
language of choice for most residents.

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 MAFIA ISLAND MARINE PARK
Mafia is renowned as an excellent world-class
diving destination with some of the richest reefs
in the world, The park covers the Southern part of
Mafia Island and includes the inhabited islands of
Chole, Juani Jibondo and Bwejuu and several
uninhabited islets and the associated waters.
Mafia Island and its chain of small islets lie
approximately 120 km south of Dar es Salaam
and 20 km offshore from the eastern extent of the
Rufiji is one of the largest delta systems in Africa.

PANGANI TOWN
Pangani is a small town in East Africa’s coast that
was 50 kms South of Tanga with long history
culture the town has Arabic, German, Asian and
British Colonial rules influence.

This is a place where Swahili, Arab, colonial

traditions and modern hospitality blends together.
This town is located at the mouth of Pangani
River that collects its water from Mt Kilimanjaro
and Meru to the Indian Ocean.

SAADANI NATIONAL PARK

One gets to relish the palm trees as they sway in
a cooling oceanic breeze. White sand and blue
water sparkle alluringly beneath the tropical sun,
brand Saadani is a splendid place to visit.
Traditional dhows sail slowly past, propelled by
billowing white sails, whilst Swahili fishermen
cast their nets below a brilliant red sunrise.
Saadani is where the beach meets the bush. The
only wildlife sanctuary in East Africa to boast for
an Indian Ocean beachfront.

USAMBARA MOUNTAINS
The Usambara's are a part of the ancient Eastern
Arc chain which mountains stretch in a broken
crescent from the Taita hills in southern Kenya
down to Morogoro and the southern highlands.
They are estimated to be at least 100 million
years old and the rocks forming them may be as
much as 600 million years old. The mountains
are home to an exceptional assortment of plants
and animals and represent one of the highest
degrees of biodiversity on the continent.

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WESTERN CIRCUIT

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GOMBE NATIONAL PARK
Gombe Stream National Park, located on the
western border of Tanzania and the Congo, is
most famous for Jane Goodall, the resident
primatologist who spent many years in its forests
studying the behaviour of the endangered
chimpanzees. Situated on the wild shores of
Lake Tanganyika, Gombe Stream is an untamed
place of lush forests and clear lake views. Hiking
and swimming are also popular activities here,
o n c e t h e d a y ’s e x p e d i t i o n t o s e e t h e
chimpanzees is over.

KATAVI NATIONAL PARK

It offers un-spoilt wildlife viewing in the country’s
third-largest national park, in a remote location
far off the beaten track. The national park is
Africa at its most wild — unadulterated bush
settings, spectacular views, and rich wildlife. The
wilderness of Katavi National Park, located in the
western area of Tanzania, is one of the most
untouched areas in the entire country. Katavi’s
dramatic scenery is as varied as it is pristine.
Flood plains of thick reeds and dense waterways
are home to a huge population of hippo and
varied birdlife.

LAKE TANGANYIKA
Lake Tanganyika is the world’s longest (660km),
deepest in Africa and second-deepest in the
world (more than 1436m) and second-largest (by
volume) freshwater lake. At somewhere between
nine and 13 million years old, it’s also one of the
oldest. Thanks to its age and ecological isolation
it’s home to an exceptional number of endemic
fish, including 98% of the 250-plus species of
cichlids. Cichlids are popular aquarium fish due
to their bright colours, and they make Tanganyika
an outstanding snorkelling and diving destination.

LAKE VICTORIA
With a surface area of 68,800 sq km (26,600 sq
mi), Lake Victoria is Africa’s largest lake. In
addition, it's the largest tropical lake in the world,
and the planet's second largest freshwater lake.
Only North America's Lake Superior is larger.

An irregular quadrilateral in shape, its shores,

save on the west, are deeply indented. Its
greatest length from north to south is 210 miles
(337 km), its greatest breadth 150 miles (240
km). Its coastline exceeds 2,000 miles (3,220
km).

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 MAHALE MOUNTAINS NP
The park like its northerly neighbor Gombe is
home to some of the Africa’s last remaining wild
chimpanzees, a population of roughly 900, they
are habituated to human visitors by a Japanese
research project founded in the 1960s. Tracking
the chimps of Mahale is a magical experience.
Mahale is located in the Western Tanzania to the
South of Kigoma town, it is bordering Lake
Tanganyika-the World’s longest, second deepest
and least polluted freshwater lake-harbouring an
estimated 1000 fish species.

MWANZA CITY
The city of Mwanza is the major Tanzanian port
on Lake Victoria and a major centre of economic
activities in the region. The lake borders the
country’s East African neighbours – Uganda to
the north west, and Kenya to the north east.
Export and transport among the countries is a
foundation of Mwanza’s economy. Around the city
of Mwanza, the land is primarily devoted to
agricultural enterprise. Tea, cotton and coffee
plantations throughout the area produce large
volumes of cash crops that pass though Mwanza
on their way to market.

RUBONDO ISLAND NP
Located on the south-west shores of Lake
Victoria, Rubondo Island National Park includes
Rubondo Island and several other small islands
of Lake Victoria. The park boasts for its rich and
diverse variety of butterflies and bird life, easily
viewable from the lake shore. The rare Sitatunga,
an extremely endangered amphibious antelope,
can sometimes be viewed escaping from the
charging predators by hiding and camouflaging
itself in the lake shore marshes.

SAANANE ISLAND NP
Saanane Island is a fully fledged National Park
since July, 2013, covering an area of 2.18 sq km
comprises of three islets & aquatic environment.
The islets lie on the southern part of the main
Island. The park made a record of being the first
ever National Park to be located within the City
and the smallest National Park in both Tanzania
and East Africa. The Park is the home of
mammals like Impala, Rock Hyrax, Velvet
Monkeys and Wild Cats.

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BALLOON SAFARIS
Balloon safaris in Tanzania are a romantic and
evocative way of experiencing the wilderness of
East Africa, as you gracefully and silently fly over
the plains teeming with herds of wild life in the
early morning.

Typically, a ballon safari begins between 6 am

and lasts for around 1-2 hours, during which you
will likely see the magnificent wildlife below over
several square kilometres of the game park.
Ballon safaris are held regularly only in the
Serengeti and take off from designated sites (in
the Seronera area) where the disturbance to
animals is kept to a minimum.

BEACH HOLIDAYS
The coast of Tanzania is perhaps most famous
for the Zanzibar Archipelago, a cluster of islands
that saw the growth and survival of Swahili
civilisation and trade until the mid-twentieth
century.

Zanzibar enchants and beguiles with its oriental

mystique and forgotten exoticism — the very
name evokes the Spice Islands and the dhow
trade, sultans and palaces built of limestone and
corals against the palm trees and the crashing
surf.

But there’s more to the islands of Tanzania than

just Zanzibar.

BIRDING SAFARIS
The wild expanses of East and Southern Africa
are paradise for birders. While there is plenty to
occupy the keen or amateur birdwatching fanatic
from the moment you touch down, there are also
plenty of opportunities to spend time with some
seriously impressive guides.

Some guides have developed bird knowledge as

a special interest, some have become so familiar
with the common bird guide books that they
literally name the page with each bird sighting…
It certainly saves time leafing through indexes! It
is wonderful and worthwhile to have someone to
share your enthusiasm with.

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 BOATING & CANOEING
Boating and canoeing through the rivers, ocean
bays and waterways of Tanzania can be an
exhilarating experience. River boating can take
you past sleeping crocodiles and hippos sunning
themselves with their mouths wide open,
gathered in half-submerged herds. Taking to the
water is also a welcome break from the all-day
enclosure of a traditional vehicle safari, allowing
visitors to experience the sights and sounds of
Africa’s waterways up-close and unhindered. On
Tanzania’s large freshwater lakes, boats are a
popular means of transport and offer visitors the
chance to see life in and around the waters —
the fishermen bringing in their catch, the bustling
colours of the lake shore towns and the sharp
movements of small fish in shallow waters.

CONFERENCE TOURISM
Meetings, incentives, conferences & exhibitions,
or Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and
Events (MICE) is a type of tourism in which large
groups, usually planned well in advance, are
brought together for a particular purpose.

In Tanzania, there is a number of International

Conference Centers.

CULTURAL TOURISM
With over 120 resident different tribes, there is
plenty of local history and colour to be found in all
areas of Tanzania.

Tanzania’s people are among the most

welcoming and approachable on earth with
diverse and unique cultures ready to be shared
with visitors. It is a rewarding experience to leave
your 4X4 vehicle behind and walk through scenic
local resident villages with greatest Cultural
landscapes in Africa.

“Cultural Tourism is beneficial to everyone…. the

tourists get unforgettable and unique experience
while the local people generate income that
improves their standard of living.”

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CYCLING & MOUNTAIN BIKING
A Tanzanian cycling safari is amazing because
there are thousands of miles of single-track
routes to explore, most of which are smooth,
easy riding.

Tanzania biking tour offers diversity - a range of

biking terrain combined with fantastic scenery!
With plenty of National Parks and game drives,
this tour offers the opportunity to see the Big
Five, Mt Kilimanjaro, the Ngorongoro crater, The
Usambara and Uluguru Mountains and the
stunning beaches of Zanzibar.

Tanzania has stunning landscapes - from the

slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro to the Rift Valley. This
trip offers biking as it should be - off the beaten
path and great fun!

DIVING & SNORKELING

Tanzania offers divers world-class reefs and
plentiful schools of tropical fish just offshore of
the popular beaches and secluded locations.

Dive courses are offered at many of the hotels

and lodges on the mainland coast as well as
Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia islands, and it is a
rewarding skill to learn while on holiday, but the
surface swimmer need not to despair since most
of the reefs are accessible to snorkellers and
equipment are easily rented from dive shops and
lodges.

Diving can be done all year-round, however

during the rains visibility can be limited.

FISHING
There are various options for enjoying good
fishing in Tanzania, mostly sea fishing along the
incredibly rich East African Coast.

Deep Sea Fishing

The deep waters of the Indian Ocean along
Tanzania’s coast are rich in big-game fish, from
marlin and tuna to swordfish and biting
barracudas.

All the same, the waters of Tanzania are only just

beginning to gain the world-wide fame of the
Kenyan coast, so the waters are less populated
and fishing is at its most pristine.

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 HISTORICAL SITES
Tanzania destination is a place with diversity of
cultures and great world historical discoveries.

The country has many things to explore and learn

when we talk about local cultures and the great
history of our nation. This country has a number
of famous in the world historical sites that
provides to the world clear insight into the past
and helps the people to learn about the human
history.

Historical places gives people, a clear picture

about our ancient cultures, primitive working tools
like Stone tools, and our ancestors art work. You
will find good example of the anciet art at the
Rock Paintings of Kondoa Irangi Tanzania.

HORSE & CAMEL RIDING

Horse and Camel rides safaris are a specialized
product aimed at experienced riders, with the
average safari being at least a week in duration.

If you are a competent rider, there are few better

ways to experience Africa's beauty and
wilderness than getting on a horse and heading
out into the wilderness.

If you are a rider going on safari in Africa, among

a few better ways to experience Africa’s bush and
scenic places is on a galloping horse out into the
wilderness or through the lush vegetation of
Africa.

MOUNTAIN CLIMBING
Tanzania’s numerous parks and reserves offer
many climbing options for the avid explorer. The
most frequent expeditions are obviously to Mt.
Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru, but there are also
other destinations such as the Crater Highlands.

Trekking companies will happily put together an

itinerary that suits your preferences and our
”things to bring” section will help to make sure
that you are adequately prepared. It is advisable,
especially when climbing at higher altitudes, to
take things slowly and allow your body to
acclimatize. Mountaineering is sport, hobby or
profession of walking, hiking, backpacking and
climbing mountains.

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MUSEUM & MONUMENTS
The National Museum of Tanzania is a
consortium of five Tanzanian museums whose
purpose is to preserve and show exhibits about
the history and natural environment of Tanzania.

The consortium developed from the National

Museum of Dar es Salaam, established in 1934
by Tanganyika governor Harold MacMichael.
Four more museums later joined the consortium,
namely the Village Museum in Dar es Salaam,
the National History Museum and the Arusha
Declaration Museum in Arusha, and the Mwalimu
Julius K. Nyerere Memorial Museum in Butiama.

Dar es Salaam National Museum, Village

Museum, National History Museum, Arusha
Declaration Museum, Nyerere Museum.

PARAGLIDING
There are some fabulous areas to paraglide. Very
few people paraglide in Tanzania, therefore it is a
novelty.

Always seek permission from the local village,

explain what you are doing and where you think
you will land (it is illegal to fly over national
parks).

Just some of the areas to fly are the Usambaras,

the Rift Valley and numerous hills around Mt
Meru.

SHOPPING & NIGHTLIFE

Pick up African crafts and curios at the most
popular tourist centres. Dar es Salaam, Arusha
and Stone Town on Zanzibar are dotted with curio
shops, markets and bazaars, as well as main
roads near parks and reserves, and the coast
roads behind beach resorts, all have plenty of
roadside stalls.

Items to buy include African drums, batiks,

basket-ware, soapstone knick-knacks, handmade
chess sets, paintings of Maasai tribes and
Serengeti landscapes in the popular Tingatinga
style, and large wooden carvings of animals or
salad bowls fashioned from a single piece of
teak, mninga or ebony.

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 TINGA TINGA
From the most humble of beginnings, Edward
Saidi Tingatinga, the founder of the famous Tinga
Tinga Art, born in 1932 in a tiny village called
Namochelia in Mindu area, near the village of
Nakapanya in the South of Tanzania slowly and
subtlety began a movement in Tanzania that
would subsequently revolutionize the way art in
Tanzania would be made.

Tinga Tinga Art began as a simple idea: Use

recycled, low-cost materials, like masonite
squares, ceramic fragments, and bicycle paint.

His style was naïve, bordering on surrealistic and

humorous; most of his subjects were
stereotypical African icons, such as wildlife or
savannah landscapes.

WALKING SAFARIS
To walk through the African bush is to experience
Africa close-up. Smells are suddenly subtle and
varied and every sound has significance. Birds
and butterflies are individuals, noticed and
studied, not simply rushed past in the race for the
bigger game.

And when the larger animals appear, they are

met at eye level, standing on the same earth.
Safety is not an issue - armed, experienced
guides and game rangers accompany all walks.
Your camp is packed up and transported to the
next location by different methods: pick-up truck,
porters or donkeys. The camping style tends to
be lightweight and extremely mobile.

WILDLIFE SAFARIS
Discover the real wild side of Africa on an
adventure safari, choose an exciting tour that will
ensure you have the holiday of a lifetime.

When choosing a safari operator, be sure to

specify what kind of safari you want. Trips can be
tailor made according to your travel preferences,
the time of year, and what you want to see, so
don’t hesitate to let your operator know exactly
what you want.

Safaris in Tanzania have something to offer to

everyone. Experience the adventure of budget
camping or the opulence of luxury camping
safaris. Enjoy a truly memorable lodge safari, or
take it one step further and go fly camping.
Hunting safaris are also possible.
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CAMPING SAFARIS
Camping conjures up many different images for
different people - memories of scout and guide
camps as a youth or perhaps family camping
trips - but for the purposes of the safaris offered
by TATO members.

Luxury Camping
Imagine feather pillows, soft towels, gin and tonic
on the rocks and four course gourmet meals in a
candlelit dining tent as far from civilisation as you
can get. This is what luxury camping is all about.

The tents are roomy and comfortable, with a

veranda in front and a bathroom with hot-water
shower, washbasin and toilet directly behind the
tent.

Lightweight Luxury Camping

Like the luxury camps, tents will have metal or
wood-frame beds, standing headroom, a veranda
and small en-suite toilets and hot showers.

FESTIVALS
One common thing loved by all Tanzanians-over
120 different tribes with unique cultures is nothing
better than festivals – be it a massive cultural
celebration, traditional barbeque festivals, music
& dance, arts, crafts, food, traditional sports,
exotic and authentic events like Goat Race,
Dhow festival, the farmers Day celebrations, film
festivals and off course the Kilimanjaro Marathon
held on the foot of the highest free standing
Mountain in the world-The Kilimanjaro

Known as the Africa’s cultural melting pot,

Tanzania offers a wide range of world class
festivals organized in different parts of the
country. Each festival brings on table something
unique with a great taste. Our festivals vary in
style, content and ambience, providing something
for everyone.

Most importantly you can plan your safari and

Kilimanjaro trekking activities to coincide with one
of these professionally organized authentic
events - you will be surprised!

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 KARIBU FAIR
KARIBU Travel Market Tanzania 2016 has a
superb, secure, new and more convenient venue
in a natural setting with ideally designed layout
and new exhibition tents.

Every May, travel agents and tour operators

converge below Mount Kilimanjaro and the crater
of Mt. Meru for the East African travel event of
the year. Originally it started to showcase East
African tour operators and destinations, the
Karibu Travel and Trade Fair has been so
successful that its reputation has spread to the
travel industry overseas, and each year
attendance by exhibitors and visitors far exceeds
the former.

The Karibu Travel and Trade Fair takes place in

May, and is held in the town of Arusha, just hours
away from main safari destinations in Tanzania.

During the fair, overseas agents and delegates

meet with exclusive tour operators, lodge
managers, safari guides, and the people who add
that special touch to a Tanzanian safari that
makes it such a memorable experience.

NIGHT GAME DRIVES

The bush is a completely different world at night
which is what makes night drives so special.

Manyara National Park is currently the only

national park that allows this activity, an exciting
once in a lifetime experience. At night animals.

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LUXURY TRAVEL
“If one were limited to a single word when
defining ‘luxury’ travel, that word would be
accommodation.

Where will you put your head to pillow after a

day’s touring adventure. Be it on safari, by rail or
by private vehicle, there simply are magnificent
choices in all regards. Thereafter, one should
decide upon joining a group with very limited
membership or choose customized travel, with a
private driver and guide.

The luxury of a custom tour allows one to choose

to spend more or less time at a particular site and
to end the day when they so please. Add to that
the undivided attention of ones private guide.

“People’s travel aspirations are changing, and

this is true throughout the market. The new
definition of luxury is no longer a 6-star hotel with
flunkeys and banquets and ever more exquisite
spas, but is an experience created for your own
personal preferences that combines enrichment,
enjoyment and education, with the time to
appreciate your surroundings at a price that
represents value for money.

WEDDING SAFARIS
Wedding safaris Begin your big day with a game
drive or walking safari, arrive at the altar on
horseback and get married with Mt Kilimanjaro in
the background and local Maasai as witnesses.

The choices are endless and there are many

companies who are happy to work through the
plentiful African red tape to ensure you have an
unforgettable wedding day - and legally binding
marriage.

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Conservation Areas Forest Reserves

Game Controlled Areas Game Reserves

Gorges, Caves & Rocks Historical Sites

Islands & Beaches Lakes & Rivers

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Marine Parks & Reserves Mountain & Highlands

National Parks Towns & Cities

Wildlife Management Areas World Heritage Sites

Spa & Wellness Zanzibar Islands

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ZANZIBAR
Known as the Spice Island, the beautiful island of Zanzibar on Africa’s east
coast is bursting with culture and history, seemingly at odds with its idyllic
geography of white-sand beaches with palms swaying lazily in the sea
breeze. Together this makes Zanzibar a fabulous place to explore as well
as a dream to relax and unwind.

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Zanzibar is the semi-autonomous part of Tanzania in East Africa. It is composed of the Zanzibar
Archipelago in the Indian Ocean, 25–50 kilometres (16–31 mi) off the coast of the mainland, and
consists of many small islands and two large ones: Unguja (the main island, referred to
informally as Zanzibar) and Pemba. The capital is Zanzibar City, located on the island of Unguja.
Its historic centre is Stone Town, which is a World Heritage Site.

Portuguese invasion and control of the Swahili Coast in the late 16th century ended the golden
age of the archipelago, although the Omani Arabs returned to power less than a century later.
Today, many of the winding streets and high townhouses of old Stone Town remain
unchanged and visitors can walk between the sultan’s palace, the House of Wonders, the
Portuguese fort and gardens, the merchants’ houses, and the Turkish baths of the old city. Day-
long spice tours to working plantations offer visitors the chance to observe the cultivation of
cloves, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and other spices that have made the island famous.

Zanzibar’s coastline offers some of the best beaches in

the world, but sand and surf vary depending on what
side of the island you’re on. On the east coast, waves
break over coral reefs and sand bars offshore, and low
tide reveals small pools of starfish, small minnows, and
anemones. Up north, ocean swimming is much less
susceptible to the tides, and smooth beaches and white
sand make for dazzling days in the sun.

The port city of Stone Town dominates the west coast,

and although the beaches of Mangapwani, where slave
caves are visible at low tide and nearby Bububu are less
than half an hour’s drive away, a night or two spent on
the east or north cost is well worth the extra hour it
takes to drive there. That said, the Chole Island Marine
Park just off Stone Town – and nearby Prison, Grave, and
Snake Islands – make a refreshing day-trip and a good
break from exploring the winding passageways of the
old city.

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CULTURE & LIFE

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STONE TOWN
Stone Town is Zanzibar’s historic heart, a
bewildering maze of streets and alleyways that
form the westernmost tip of Zanzibar Town.

These days the island’s bustling capital is home

to some quarter of a million people, but lost in the
tangle of Stone Town’s narrow streets it’s easy to
imagine yourself floating back in time.

Twisting passages unfurl beneath delicate

balconies as you dodge clattering coffee carts
and slip by past ornately carved doors. At three
and four stories the buildings tower overhead,
leaving just a ribbon of sky between billowing
laundry and shutters flung wide.

MUSEUMS
Zanzibar refers to the Islands by this name
located off the Tanzania coast but forms part of
the Tanzania nation, or the United Republic of the
Tanzania.

The Zanzibar Museum service is under the

Ministry of Education, Culture and sports that
operates within semi-autonomous government of
Zanzibar, and not under the wider network of
museums in the country called National
Museums of Tanzania. The two museum
administrations cooperate. The Zanzibar museum
service maintains membership in regional and
international bodies.

MONUMENTS
A large number of Zanzibar's most familiar
landmarks and monuments can be found within a
short distance from Stone Town. Many of these
are natural sights, such as Coral Cave and the
caverns found at Kiwengwa.

Sightseers based in Stone Town may also like to

pay a visit to Prison Island, which was used as a
prison for slaves who were awaiting transfer to
the Middle East and Europe. Kelele Square, the
historic Ngome Kongwe fortifications and the
ruins of Mtoni Palace will also vie for your
attention, so be sure to allocate plenty of time to
tour the principal sights around the capital.

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NATURE

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MASINGINI
FOREST
The landscape of the forest lead to the name of the Masingini forest (MNFR) that means gullies.
Indeed the forest is characterized with more than 35 gorges. Masingini is located in the Western
district of Unguja about 8 km from Zanzibar town. It is situated at the highest peak of Zanzibar;
about 120 meter above the sea level. The forest area is 566 ha. The forest was established in
1950s for the purpose of conservation of water sources and soil.

Today Masingini forest is an essential part of
water supply for Zanzibar town by creating
large groundwater storages. Differing from
the most of the forests in Zanzibar, Masingini
has deep soil rich in nutrients that creates a
lush living environment for large variety of
plants and animal species.
FLORA Masingini forest is a home for over
179 plant species including endemic and rare
native species. Forest provides habitat for
herbs and shrubs that are used in traditional
medicine.
For example Mimosa can be used for
boosting memory, Mabola Palm is treats
fever and Lesser Quinine is used as
pesticide.
FAUNA Some of the rarest species in the
forest are native Zanzibar Red Colobus
monkeys belonging to the taxonomic group
of the most endangered primates in the
world. They are known for using charcoal or
clay in medicinal purposes to combat the
cyanide from their leave diet.

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 NGEZI FOREST
Ngezi Forest Reserve covers an area of 14.4
square kilometers (5.6 sq mi) and is in the north-
western tip of Pemba Island one hour tarmac
drive from Pemba Karume Airport. It was
declared a reserve in 1950 after most of the area
had been denuded for cultivation of cloves. Ngezi
Forest Reserve comprises a unique combination
of vegetation types in Eastern Africa.

The forest consist of coral bushes and thickets,

thick grasses and bushes in the sandy-loam soils
and Mtifutifu soils; dominant plant species are:
Odyendea zimmermanni (Mjoho), riverine forest
of Barringtonia racemosa (Mtomondo), Milicia
spp (Mvule), Alexandrian laurel (Mtondoo),
Erythropholem spp (Mwavi), Antiarus spp
(Mgulele), Chrisalidocarpus pembanus. Visiting
Ngezi is a must for any nature tourist and the
cool, pristine beach at Vumawimbi on the north-
eastern part of the forest is very tempting and
rewarding.

The forest line containing closed vegetation

continues up to the beach at Vumawimbi giving
visitors to the new tourist resorts a wonderful
tropical experience.

RED COLOBUS
MONKEY
Jozani forest lies about 35 km south-east of
Zanzibar town. It contains about 100 tree species
from a total of 43 families. One of the most
famous and endearing residents of the Jozani
National Park is the Zanzibar Red Colobus
monkey.

Found only on the main island of Zanzibar, the

Zanzibar Red Colobus is recognised as a
separate species and is said to be endemic to
Zanzibar.

A visit to Zanzibar is not compete without seeing

one of the rarest monkeys in Africa, with less
than 2000 remaining in the world. Colobus
Monkeys are leaf-eating arboreal spices and
spend most of their time in trees. It is somewhat
surprising to find, therefore, that the opposable
thumb deemed most essential for dexterous
arboreal primates, is reduced to a mere stump in
the Colobus family (hence the name Colobus-
from the Latin for “deformed”).

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PEMBA FLYING BOX
The Pemba flying fox has a charismatic fox or
dog-like face which is covered with a coat of
bright auburn fur.

These bats represent the largest fruit bats in the

world. Although they weigh just about 400 –
650g, their wings can span over 5.5 feet across.

They live in large social colonies of up to 850

individuals. Their diet consists mainly of fruit such
as figs, breadfruit, and mangos, as well as nectar,
pollen, flowers, and leaves.

They are an important species for seed dispersal

because they carry fruit and plant seeds in their
digestive system to other parts of the island.

The conservation of this bat instills a sense of

pride and progress in the local people who
actively participate to preserve their local
environment.

The economic returns garnered through this

small community tourism project have already
proven to be a great help in strengthening their
community.

BUTTERFLY
The Zanzibar Butterfly Centre is the largest
butterfly enclosure in East Africa.

The tour can take 30 – 40 minutes where you can

inspect the tiny butterfly eggs, touch and hold the
hungry caterpillars and watch them nibble away
at the leaves. Admire the beauty of the butterfly
pupae before witnessing the butterflies hatching
and opening out to become a butterfly.

The visitor can roam around the magical garden,

taking pictures of the butterflies and enjoying
nature's treasures. During the tour visitors will be
able to see many of Zanzibar's exotic butterfly
species and witness, close up, every stage of
their amazing life-cycle. Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
is a popular Zanzibar tourist attraction, especially
for school age children and their families.

It is among the community based tourism

attraction whereby revenue generated by visitors
provides funds for local projects in the form of
alternative livelihoods (Butterfly farmers were
previously engaged in deforestation activities),
conservation and poverty alleviation.

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DISCOVER ZANZIBAR

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FESTIVALS
Zanzibar is never short of festivals and
celebrations. It is one of the countries with
highest number of celebrations/festivals in East
Africa. Zanzibar International Film Festival
(ZIFF), Mwaka Kogwa, “Sauti ya Busara”,
Cultural Festivals, Mangapwani Festival and
Makunduchi Food Festival are among the events
that showcase the best of Zanzibar culture.

PRISTINE
Zanzibar is famous for white sand beaches and
pristine environment which make the country a
leader for ecotourism. There’s a myriad of
activities you could indulge in and being an
island, beach sports feature strongly. Windsurfing
(including kite surfing), snorkeling, dhow cruises,
kayaking, parasailing, and stand up paddle
boarding can be enjoyed all the year round.

HERITAGE
Zanzibar is a unique and the right destination for
heritage tourism. Apart from Stone town - a world
heritage site, a collection of buildings have been
marked as the most cultural and architecturally
important in Zanzibar including Maruhubi Palace
and Kizimkazi Mosques. Many of these
demonstrate classic feature of this unique
architectural and cultural synthesis.

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 WILDLIFE
Zanzibar boasts an abundance of flora and
fauna. The verdant dynamism of Jozani National
Park, the rainforest endemism of Ngezi and the
coastal profusions of endangered mangrove offer
a compelling experience to our visitors. In deed
there is a wide variety of birdlife, and a large
number of butterflies in rural areas that make
Zanzibar a unique destination in the world.

SCENIC SEA ADVENTURE

Sea Safari is the one of the popular activities and
it offers an ideal opportunity to view diverse
marine species. A Sea Safari across the coast of
Zanzibar, journeying through the famous
Mnemba Marine Nature Reserve, cruising close
to the Pemba Channel and much more. The tour
enables you to search for unique sea birds and
other marine life.

TASTE OF ZANZIBAR
Zanzibar food tells much about the history of
Zanzibar, reflecting a number of different
influences from many different places around the
world. In Zanzibar you will enjoy the diversity of
our cuisine whereby spices, fruits, and sea foods
are 100% fresh. There are several restaurants
serving special cuisine: Indian Cuisine, Chinese
Cuisine and Swahili cuisine.

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Classical Tanzania
Duration: 07 Nights | 08 Days
Places: Arusha | Ngorongoro Crater | North Serengeti | Arusha
Highlights: A classic seven night tour of Tanzania‘s best wildlife highlights
within the mesmerising natural beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater and North
Serengeti plains. An adventure to discover the truly wonderful landscapes
and wildlife of Tanzania, combined with luxury throughout.

From: US $ 7900 pp

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Day 01: Arusha - The Capital
Private transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to
Arusha hotel. Depending upon the flight time,
your day will be adjusted accordingly for the
activities.
Arusha is a city in East Africa's Tanzania,
located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It's a
gateway to safari destinations and to Africa's
highest peak, 5,895m Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying
some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies
Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife
including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and
leopards. Annual migrations feature huge herds
of wildebeests crossing its plains.
Day 02 - 03: Ngorongoro Crater
Private transfer from Arusha to the Ngorongoro
Crater with lunch at Lake Manyara.
Spend your days exploring all the dramatic
scenery and wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater
and Conservation Area. The largest intact
volcanic caldera in the world, its magnificent
topography and fertile soils attract a wide
variety of plains game and predators in what
makes for a thrilling amphitheatre of wildlife
viewing. The Big Five are all present here
including Black Rhino and you can spot
flamingos on the central soda lake, zebras
grazing on the plains, lions lazing in the tall
grass, leopards lying in the trees, as well as big
"tuskers" in the forests.
Day 04 - 07: North Serengeti
Transfer from the Ngorongoro Crater to the
Manyara airstrip. Flight from Manyara to
Kogatende. Private transfer from Kogatende
airstrip to Northern Serengeti Lodge.
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Spend your days exploring the northern
reaches of the Serengeti on safari, tracking the
great array of game and wildlife that this vast
area offers. If you're there at the right time for
the great migration (depending on the season),
this is the region where the herds are at their
most concentrated as they seek to cross the
Mara River to reach the open grasslands
beyond, and it’s where (if you’re lucky) you’ll
see iconic river crossings.
It’s also an area of untamed natural beauty, of
rolling hills, rivers, forests and open plains.
Day 08: Depart Arusha
Departure transfer to onward destination.
Stays*****
Arusha Elewana Coffee Lodge
Ngorongoro Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
North Serengeti Serengeti Bushtops
Includes
• 07 Nights as per the program.
• Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
• Entrance fees.
• Internal Flights.
• Game Drives with wildlife Naturalist.
• Tour Manager | Tour Director | Tour Guide.
• All transfers, sightseeing and excursions.
• Private vehicle with driver.
• All taxes.
Excludes
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa (If any).
The Ultimate Tanzanian Safari
Duration: 08 Nights | 09 Days
Places: Arusha | Lake Manyara | Ngorongoro Crater | Singita Grumeti
Highlights: Experience Tanzania’s most captivating landscapes and wildlife,
while staying in some of the most luxurious and comfortable
accommodation East Africa has to offer on this extravagant eight-night
safari.

From: US $ 14900 pp

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Day 01: Arusha - The Capital
Private transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to
Arusha hotel. Depending upon the flight time,
your day will be adjusted accordingly for the
activities.
Arusha is a city in East Africa's Tanzania,
located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It's a
gateway to safari destinations and to Africa's
highest peak, 5,895m Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying
some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies
Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife
including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and
leopards. Annual migrations feature huge herds
of wildebeests crossing its plains.
lions lazing in the tall grass, leopards lying in
the trees, as well as big "tuskers" in the forests.
Day 06 - 08: Singita Grumeti Reserve
Private transfer from Ngorongoro to Manyara
airport. Flight from Manyara to Grumeti
Reserve. Transfer from to your lodge or camp.
Bordering the west of the Serengeti National
Park this huge private concession has all the
big game highlights of the park in a more
intimate and exclusive wilderness shared
between only three lodges and two camps.
This means your daily game drives here are
almost guaranteed to be private and without
another vehicle in sight.

Day 02 - 03: Chen Chen Conservancy Day 09: Depart Arusha

Private transfer to your lodge in the Chem Departure transfer to onward destination.
Chem Private Conservancy. Explore Chem
Chem’s private concession, which sits within
the Burungwe Wildlife Management Area, and
Stays*****
its surrounds in ways that allow you to get
Arusha Legendary Lodge
closer to the African bush than within national
Chem Chem Chem Chem Lodge
parks, such as on bush walks and cultural visits
Ngorongoro Crater The Highlands Ngorongoro
as well as guided day and night game drives.
Singita Grumeti Singita Sasakwa
Activities include learning to track animals with
the Maasai, visits to a local school or day trips
to other attractions outside the concession Includes
such as Lake Manyara. • 08 Nights as per the program.
• Daily Breakfast, lunch and Dinners.
Day 04 - 05: Ngorongoro Crater • Entrance fees.
Private transfer to your Ngorongoro lodge. • Internal Flights.
Spend your days exploring all the dramatic • Game Drives with Wildlife Naturalist.
scenery and wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater • Balloon Safari.
and Conservation Area. The largest intact • Tour Manager | Tour Director | Tour Guide.
volcanic caldera in the world, its magnificent • All transfers, sightseeing and excursions.
topography and fertile soils attract a wide • Private vehicle with driver.
variety of plains game and predators in what • All taxes.
makes for a thrilling amphitheatre of wildlife
viewing. Excludes
• Tips.
The Big Five are all present here including • Travel Insurance.
Black Rhino and you can spot flamingos on the • Visa (If any).
central soda lake, zebras grazing on the plains,

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Serengeti Safari & Zanzibar Honeymoon
Duration: 09 Nights | 10 Days
Places: Arusha | Serengeti NP | Zanzibar Island
Highlights: A fabulous luxury honeymoon combining the timeless romance
of an East African safari with the palm-lined beaches and laid-back vibe of
Zanzibar. A classic 'safari and sand' luxury honeymoon

From: US $ 9100 pp

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Day 01: Arusha - The Capital
Private transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to
Arusha hotel. Depending upon the flight time,
your day will be adjusted accordingly for the
activities.
Arusha is a city in East Africa's Tanzania,
located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It's a
gateway to safari destinations and to Africa's
highest peak, 5,895m Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying
some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies
Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife
including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and
leopards. Annual migrations feature huge herds
of wildebeests crossing its plains.
Day 02 - 05: Serengeti National Park
Private transfer from Arusha hotel to Arusha
airport. Light aircraft flight from Arusha to the
Serengeti. Transfer to your lodge or camp in
the Serengeti.
The Serengeti is one of the world’s most
famous national parks, annually hosting the
Great Migration of over 1.5 million wildebeest
and 250,000 zebra who follow the grass to and
from the neighbouring Maasai Mara in Kenya,
as well as an incredible variety of wildlife which
is resident year-round.
At 14,750 square kilometres (5,700 square
miles), roughly the same size as Connecticut,
its name derives from the Maasai siringet which
means ‘the place where the land runs on
forever’, an apt way to describe its panoramic
savannah plains which stretch to the horizon.
Dotted with umbrella acacia and baobabs,
wandering giraffe, dozing lion prides, lumbering
elephant herds and cheetahs on the lookout
from atop termite mounds, it is the
quintessential East African landscape.
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Day 06 - 09: Zanzibar Island
Transfer to Serengeti airstrip. Light Aircraft
flight via Arusha to Zanzibar Airport. Private
transfer from Zanzibar airport to hotel or lodge.
Zanzibar is the place to relax on palm fringed
beaches and white sifted sands and switch off
from the world, a genuine Indian Ocean
paradise where life slows right down to an East
African rhythm.
Certainly its most potent allure is some of the
most stunning of desert island scenery -
powder white sands, fringed by emerald palms,
twisted mangroves and shallow turquoise seas
bedded with rainbow coral reefs. However
there’s a lot more to its postcard appeal.
Day 10: Depart Zanzibar
Departure transfer to onward destination.
Stays*****
Arusha Legendary Lodge
Serengeti NP Four Seasons Safari
Zanzibar Island Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Includes
• 09 Nights as per the program.
• Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
• Internal Flights.
• Game Drives.
• Tour Manager | Tour Director | Tour Guide.
• All transfers, sightseeing and excursions.
• Private vehicle with driver.
• All taxes.
Excludes
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa (If any).
Tanzania Game & Gorillas Safari
Duration: 12 Nights | 13 Days
Places: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest | Arusha | Ngorongoro Crater | Singita
Grumeti | North Serengeti
Highlights: This incredible itinerary takes you on a journey to see some of
East Africa’s most famous wildlife. Begin with the magical experience of
tracking the gorilla families of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

From: US $ 13,600 pp

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Day 01 - 03: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest This means your daily game drives here are
You will be met by a Jacada representative on almost guaranteed to be private and without
arrival into Entebbe airport and then assisted another vehicle in sight. Horse riding and
with check in for your onward flight. Two full balloon rides over the bush are further activities
days hiking and tracking to observe Mountain available to explore the area.
Gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
National Park. Day 11 - 12: Serengeti National Park
Private transfer from Kogatende airstrip to
Day 04: Arusha - The Capital chosen lodge or camp. Two days on safari in
Private Transfer to Kisoro Airstrip. Flight from the Serengeti. Spend your days mostly
Kisoro Airstrip to Entebbe Airport. Flight from exploring the northern section of the Serengeti
Entebbe airport to Kilimanjaro (JRO) airport. on safari tracking the great array of game and
Enjoy a restful overnight stay in your chosen wildlife that this vast area offers.
accommodation in or just outside of Arusha.
Day 13: Depart Arusha
Day 05 - 06: Ngorongoro Crater Departure transfer to onward destination.
Private transfer from Manyara airstrip to your
chosen lodgings around the Ngorongoro.
Stays*****
Spend your days exploring all the dramatic
Bwindi Forest Clouds Mountain Gorilla
scenery and safari scenes of the Ngorongoro
Arusha Legendary Lodge
Crater and Conservation Area. The largest
Ngorongoro Crater The Highlands Ngorongoro
intact volcanic caldera in the world, this
Singita Grumeti Singita Sabora
magnificent geography and fertile soils lure
Serengeti NP Lamai Serengeti
huge herds of plains game and predators in
what makes for a multi-coloured and thrilling
amphitheater of wildlife. The Big Five are all Includes
present here and you can spot flamingos on • 12 Nights as per the program.
the central soda lake, zebras grazing along the • Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
plains, lions lazing in the tall grass and • Entrance fees.
leopards in the trees of the crater rims. Daily • Internal Flights.
game drives are as standard with all the lodges • Game Drives with Wildlife Naturalist.
here, but other activities will vary according to • Tour Manager | Tour Director | Tour Guide.
which you choose. • All transfers, sightseeing and excursions.
• Private vehicle with driver.
Day 07 - 10: Singita Grumeti • All taxes.
Light aircraft flight from Manyara airstrip to
Sasakwa airstrip. Private Transfer to the Singita Excludes
Grumeti Reserve. Bordering the west of the • Tips.
Serengeti National Park this private concession • Travel Insurance.
has all the big game highlights of the park in a • Visa (If any).
more intimate and exclusive wilderness shared
between only three lodges.

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Tanzanian Safari & Island Retreat
Duration: 11 Nights | 12 Days
Places: Selous Game Reserver | Quirimbas | Dar Es Salaam
Highlights: An adventure in Tanzania and Mozambique with spectacular
safaris and the ultimate island getaway. The perfect relaxing trip for those
who want to recharge and reconnect with Mother Nature.

From: US $ 11,300 pp

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Day 01 - 03: Selous Game Reserve
Meet and greet at Dar Es Salaam airport. Flight
from Dar Es Salaam to Selous. Transfer from
the airstrip to your lodge in Selous Game
Reserve.
Three days on safari in the Selous Game
Reserve. A UNESCO-protected haven of
game, the Selous reserve is the largest in
Eastern Africa, well known for its large pack of
wild dog, big game, migrating elephants, river
safaris and tiger fishing. Your day to day
activities here will depend on the lodge or
camp you choose.
Day 04 - 10: Quirimbas Archipelago
Transfer from your lodge to Selous airstrip.
Flight from Selous to Dar Es Salaam. Flight
from Dar Es Salaam to Mocimboa da Praia.
Transfer from the airstrip to your lodge on the
Quirimbas Archipelago. Seven days relaxing on
the Quirimbas Archipelago.
Set off the northern coast of Mozambique the
protected islands that make up the Quirimbas
Archipelago stretch for more than sixty miles.
This is a marine paradise, home to some of the
most pristine and abundant reefs in the world.
The warm crystal clear waters and white sand
beaches provide the most idyllic backdrop.
With such seclusion this is a perfect place to
escape modern life and enjoy the simple (but
very comfortable) life of a private island.
Day 11: Dar Es Salaam
Transfer from your lodge to Mocimboa da
Praia. Flight from Mocimboa da Praia to Dar Es
Salaam.
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Private transfer to your hotel in Dar es Salaam.
Spend your time relaxing in the surroundings of
Oyster Bay's charming gardens, enjoy a
massage in the hotel spa or sit by the pool and
catch up on your holiday reading.
Dar es Salaam, a major city and commercial
port on Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coast, grew
from a fishing village. The open-air Village
Museum has re-created the traditional homes
of local and other Tanzanian tribes and hosts
tribal dancing. It’s part of the National Museum,
which offers Tanzanian history exhibits,
including the fossils of human ancestors found
by anthropologist Louis Leakey.
Day 12: Depart Dar Es Salaam
Departure transfer to onward destination.
Stays*****
Selous Reserve Sand Rivers Selous
Quirimbas Vamizi Island
Dar Es Salaam The Oyster Bay
Includes
• 11 Nights as per the program.
• Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
• Entrance fees.
• Internal Flights.
• Game Drives with Wildlife Naturalist.
• Tour Manager | Tour Director | Tour Guide.
• All transfers, sightseeing and excursions.
• Private vehicle with driver.
• All taxes.
Excludes
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa (If any).
North Tanzania Safari Journey
Duration: 09 Nights | 10 Days
Places: Arusha | Tarangire NP | Ngorongoro Crater | North Serengeti
Highlights: This is an action-packed safari adventure through some of
Tanzania‘s most iconic national parks and game reserves, concentrated in
the north of the country. A 10-day adventure through the north’s most iconic
national parks and game reserves

From: US $ 8000 pp

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Day 01: Arusha - The Capital
Private transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to
Arusha hotel. Depending upon the flight time,
your day will be adjusted accordingly for the
activities.
Day 07 - 09: North Serengeti
Private transfer from Ngorongoro to Manyara
airport. Flight from Manyara to Kogatende.
Private transfer from Kogatende airstrip to
Northern Serengeti Lodge.

Spend your days mostly exploring the northern

Arusha is a city in East Africa's Tanzania,
located at the base of volcanic Mt. Meru. It's a
gateway to safari destinations and to Africa's
highest peak, 5,895m Mt. Kilimanjaro, lying
some 100 kilometers northeast. To the west lies
Serengeti National Park, home to wildlife
including lions, rhinoceros, giraffes and
leopards. Annual migrations feature huge herds
of wildebeests crossing its plains.
section of the Serengeti on safari tracking the
great array of game and wildlife that this vast
area offers. ara of Kenya, and it’s where (if
you’re lucky) you’ll see the infamous river
crossings.
Day 10: Depart Arusha
Departure transfer to onward destination.

Day 02 - 04: Tarangire National Park

Private transfer from Arusha hotel to Arusha
airport. Light Aircraft Flight from Arusha to Kuro Stays*****
Airstrip. Private Transfer to Tarangire Camp. Arusha Legendary Lodge
Tarangire NP Sanctuary Swala Camp
Explore the the incredibly diverse landscape of Ngorongoro Crater The Manor
Tarangire National Park. Famous for its North Serengeti Sayari Camp
magnificent Baobabs and high numbers of
elephants and with the largest populations of Includes
animals migrating here between June and • 09 Nights as per the program.
September, the dry season provides an awe- • Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
inspiring spectacle of wildlife. Spend your days • Entrance fees.
on both day and night game drives out into the • Internal Flights.
African bush tracking and witnessing the • Game Drives with Wildlife Naturalist.
variety of predators and mammals such as dry- • Tour Manager | Tour Director | Tour Guide.
country antelope; this is the one place in Africa • All transfers, sightseeing and excursions.
where the fringe-eared oryx and long-necked • Private vehicle with driver.
gerenuk are regularly observed. • All taxes.

Day 05 - 06: Ngorongoro Crater

Excludes
Private Transfer from Oliver's Camp to Kuro
• Tips.
Airstrip. Light Aircraft Flight from Kuro Airstrip to
• Travel Insurance.
Manyara Airstrip. Before transferring to your
• Visa (If any).
lodge, spend a brief amount of time being
introduced to the Manyara Region by your
personal guide.

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Frequently Asked
Questions
What official documents do I need to travel to
Tanzania?
You will require a passport valid for at least six
months after your date of entry. If you are arriving
from a country in which Yellow Fever is endemic
(such as Kenya), you will require an immunization
certificate or health card.
Citizens of the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, and
most countries in the EU, need a tourist visa to
enter Tanzania. Application details and forms can
be found on Tanzanian Embassy web sites.
As with all visa matters -- contact your local
Tanzanian Embassy for the latest information.
How safe is it to travel in Tanzania?
Tanzania is a safe country to travel in. Tanzanians
are warm-hearted and generous people and are
eager to help and assist visitors.
As in all countries, a little common sense goes a
long way and reasonable precautions should still be
taken, such as locking valuables in the hotel safe,
do not carry a lot of camera equipment especially in
the major cities, do not wear too much jewellery, do
not carry large amounts of cash on your person etc.
Guides will monitor your safety in cities and in the
game areas. From time to time generalized travel
statements are issued concerning travel conditions
in the area.
Time in Tanzania?
Tanzania is three hours ahead of Greenwich Mean
Time (GMT+3). Tanzania does not operate daylight
saving time, hence there's no time difference
between their summer and winter months.
How safe is the water and food in Tanzania?
It is best to drink bottled water when travelling
through Tanzania - numerous brands are widely
available and served in all restaurants and lodges.
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Steer clear of ice, raw vegetables, and salads when
eating at street restaurants. High-end lodges and
restaurants will clean their produce in antiseptic
solution, but to be on the safe side, fruit and
vegetables should always be washed and peeled.
Try to avoid eating in empty restaurants - the food
may have been sitting out for some time - and order
your meat well done. On the coast, seafood and
fish are usually fresh, but make sure everything is
well-cooked.
Typical food in Tanzania?
The food served in the safari camps/lodges varies,
but is tasty and delicious. Gourmet cooks bake
fresh breads, and produce soups, salads, and
entrees that could easily grace tables at the top
restaurants around the world. Meals are
international in flavour with soups, salads, cold
meats, pasta dishes, meat and fish dishes, and
breads. Your day normally starts with tea and
biscuits before your morning activity.
Returning to your lodge or camp late morning,
brunch is enjoyed - cereals, fruit, bacon, eggs,
sausage, and toast. Buffet lunches are typical with
a warm dish such as stew served with salads,
quiches and cold meats. Dinner consists of an
appetizer followed by meat, fish and pasta dishes
served with assorted vegetables and sauces.
Dinner is followed by coffee/ tea, cheeses, and
stunning desserts.
In Tanzania's towns and villages, the food is usually
simpler. Plain grilled meat, nyama choma, is very
popular, and often served with sauce, rice, chips, or
ugali (cornmeal). Indian cuisine is also wide spread.
The locally brewed beer is good, including
Serengeti, Safari, Kilimanjaro, mbege (homebrew
from the Chagga people) and banana beer;
imported beers (e.g. Tusker from Kenya) and wine
are also excellent.
Tanzania's International Dialling code?
The International Dialling Code for Tanzania is
+255, followed by the applicable area codes (e.g.
22 for Dar es Salaam, or 27 for Arusha). Calling out
from Tanzania, you dial 00 plus the relevant country
code (44 for the UK, 1 for the USA).
What is the Tanzania currency?
The official unit of currency is the Tanzanian shilling
(TZS), divided into 100 cents. Notes are issued as
TSh10,000; 5000; 1000; 500; 200 and 100. Coins
are issued as TSh100; 50; 20; 10, 5 and 1.
The tourism industry prices everything in US
Dollars and they are the preferred unit of currency.
Major currencies can be exchanged in the larger
towns. Foreign exchange bureaux in the main
towns usually offer a better rate on traveller's
cheques than do the banks. ATMs are available in
major cities only. Major lodges, some hotels and
travel agents in urban areas accept credit cards,
but these should not be relied on and can incur a
10% surcharge.
How much spending money should I take on my
Tanzanian Safari?
You will need very little spending money on most
safaris as the majority of meals and activities are
included in your package cost. Most people carry
between $50 and $100 per person per day for all
expenses. Bills may be settled by US cash, by
travellers check, or by credit card (accepted at most
lodges, camps, hotels).
Credit cards may be used in large towns at
restaurants and shops with MasterCard and Visa
being most accepted. However, use may be
restricted in small towns and country areas and
non-existent in small retail shops. We recommend
bringing US dollars cash.
Change USD$ at the airport or bank on your arrival
into Tanzania. USD$ cash is acceptable in most
tourist areas and can be used for tips.
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Why Would I Choose Tanzania Over Other Safari
Options?
I think Tanzania is the most diverse safari
destination in Africa, blessed with a stunning
physical landscape that gives some of the greatest
wildlife experiences on the continent. It is probably
most famed for its Northern Parks like Ngorongoro
Crater, the Serengeti and Lake Manyara. Many of
these areas are also tribal lands and so you have
the added cultural experience to go with the
wilderness and wildlife. It is the perfect place to
head to if you want to have good mix of game
viewing, cultural interaction and scenic diversity.
How Do We Get There?
For main Tanzania access points of Kilimanjaro,
Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar, British Airways and
Kenya Airways operate daily direct flights from
London via Nairobi. In addition, a number of
services from the rest of UK via Europe and the
Middle East.
Is English Widely Spoken?
Yes the majority of people who you will meet will
speak English. Although over 100 different
languages are spoken across Tanzania, the official
languages are KiSwahili (it is definitely worth
learning the basics before you go) and English.
How Much of a Culture Shock is Travelling to
Tanzania?
It really does depend on where you have travelled
previously, but Tanzania is a poor country and you
will need to be prepared to see poverty as is the
case throughout Africa. Although many people have
very little, you’ll feel very welcomed and hopefully
will learn more about the local cultures and
traditions.
Do I need to get any Vaccinations ahead of
travel and/or Malaria Tablets?
Yes, you will need to speak to your GP or travel
clinic to find out what is required. Tanzania is
malarial. Remember to do this at least six weeks
ahead of travel.
Tips - On the
go
B A G G A G E R E G U L AT I O N S A N D S O M E
RECOMMENDATIONS
· Make sure you check the baggage allowance on
your international / internal flights.
· We recommend to travel light especially when
there is internal flight involved in the program due to
baggage weight limitation.
· We suggest that you carry one set of clothes
along with your daily utility items and other
accessories in your hand baggage. This is just a
precautionary measure in case your baggage is
misplaced.
· We advice that you travel as light as possible,
since porterage is not included in your holiday price
and carrying heavy luggage would be inconvenient.
Take bags with wheels and sturdy handles, as they
are more convenient and easy to pull.
· Please note that airlines do not permit items like
loose batteries, razor blades, nail cutter, scissors,
knives, gels any form of liquid, cigarette lighter in
your hand baggage. If required carry such items in
your check –in bag.
· Please ensure that you do not place any valuables
in your check – in bag. Carry foreign currency /
travel documents / jewellery / insurance in your
hand bag.
COACH
· Since travelling distances are comparatively long,
we have carefully chosen air conditioned luxurious
coaches for your convenience luxurious coaches
for your convenience and comfort. It is very
important to maintain a pleasant environment on
board the coach and keep it clean.
· Drinking, Smoking and eating is not allowed in the
coach.
MEALS
· You have a choice of local and international
cuisine meals. The menus, however are fixed in
advance and a la carte is also possible upon
request.
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· Most lunches and dinner are unlimited buffets, but
it is requested that you do not waste food.
· If there is any early morning departure to the
airport a box breakfast may be provided.
· Some cities you may be served local meals.
CLIMATE
· The climate is as varied as its countries, but it is
mostly temperate.
· Frequent changes of weather make forecasting
difficult. To be on the safe side, be sure to bring a
sweater and an umbrella with you.
HOTELS & ROOMS
· Most hotels offer the facility of complimentary safe
deposit lockers (few hotels charge a refundable
deposit. we advice that you keep all your valuable
like money, passport, tickets and jewellery in the
locker, in case you are staying for more than one
day at the hotel.
· Please make sure that no damages are done to
your hotel room during the stay, as the same would
be charged to you directly by the hotel.
· Hotel rooms may have facilities like mini bar, pay
television channels, telephones, etc. please note
that these facilities are not complimentary and will
be charged as per actual usage.
· Most of the hotels do not have a tea/ coffee kettle
in the rooms.
· Please note that we will try our best to provide you
with adjacent rooms asked by you at the time of
booking, but the same will be subject to availability
at the time of check –in. It is also difficult to provide
interconnecting rooms, however the tour manager
and the hotel will try their best to ensure that you
are provided with adjacent rooms wherever
possible.
· The standard check in time at hotels is after 14:00
HRS and standard check –out time is 10:00 HRS.
TIME MANAGEMENT
· It's very important to be on time and punctual on
your holiday, since your itinerary has been
designed and planned to offer you the most on your
holiday.
· Every sightseeing trip where you get off has an
allotted time, please make sure you remain with the
group return at the allotted time. Any delay would
actually deprive the entire group of their sightseeing
time.
ON ARRIVAL
· ALL passengers will be met by our tour manager /
local representative outside the arrival hall at the
airport.
· All joining direct passengers will have to reach the
respective hotel/ airport, on their own and check in.
CLOTHING
· Carry 4/5 pairs of comfortable clothes like jeans/
trousers, shirts/t- shirts, pants and necessary
undergarments.
· Warm clothing like sweaters , jackets, woolen,
thermals is essential. You must carry a cap,
sunglasses, a folding umbrella, comfortable
footwear preferably walking shoes.
ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO BE CARRIED
· Your passport, air tickets, original insurance policy,
tour confirmation voucher & necessary foreign
exchange for personal use.
· Carry a photocopy of your passport including valid
visas & keep them separately from the original.
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· Please do not forget to carry an additional pair of
spectacles if you are using one, digital camera
chips with higher GB, extra batteries, charges for
digital camera and mobile.
· Carry your mobile phone's charger if you are
taking your cell phone with global roaming. Also
carry multipurpose adapter as sockets are different.
· Required medicines, with doctor's prescription.
MONEY AND CURRENCY
· EURO and USD are widely accepted and can be
exchanged to any major currency exchange
counter. it is better to carry USD before you start
your trip.
TIPPING POLICY
· Tipping is something that is expected of anyone
providing you a service, e.g. coach driver local
guides, etc. it is mandatory to tip a nominal amount
of EUR 3 / USD 5/ GBP 2 per person per day.
· Public toilet attendants need to be tipped
nominally after use.
ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE TRANSFERS
· As other members of your group would be flying
from different cities/towns/countries, you would be
required to wait for some time so that they can join
you at the arrival area as common airport pick- up
facility is provided for the entire group.
· Also in view of the common airport drop facility
provided for your group, you would be required to
travel to the airport along with other group members
even though your flight time is later than other
members of your group.
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