Tanzania Honeymoon Safari

    • Tanzania
    • 12 days

    Overview

    All our Tanzania wildlife safaris, tours, holidays, and travel packages, specifically include the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater National Park in Tanzania. This specific Africa safari and travel itinerary have been designed for visitors with more time on hand for a longer safari or travel tour. It specifically includes the Tarangire National Park and has been designed to offer you a total Tanzania northern circuit safari experience, while keeping your non-game-viewing travel time to a minimum.

    Duration

    12 days

    Map Overview

    • Arusha
    • Manyara
    • Serengeti
    • Ngorongoro
    • Tarangire
    • Arusha
    • Zanzibar

    Places to Visit

    Tarangire National ParkTarangire
    Photo of Coconut Trees On SeashoreZanzibar
    Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater
    Herd of Wildebeest Running WildSerengeti

    Day by Day Itinerary

    You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha town; you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming Adventure. Overnight at your arranged Hotel

    The hotel is on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

    Accommodation: Mount Meru Hote

    Pick up from Arusha and transfer to Lake Manyara national park.
    We arrive in time for lunch at the lodge and after lunch do we head into Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon game drive. This national park is one of Tanzania’s most dramatically located wildlife areas, consisting of a massive but shallow soda lake (covering two-thirds of the park), located at the foot of the Great Rift Valley’s western escarpment. The park’s varied habitat attracts a wide variety of animals, including one of Africa’s largest concentrations of elephants, Lake Manyara’s unique tree-climbing lions, as well as large flocks of flamingos attracted by the algae in the lake.

    Non game-viewing travel time: 2½ hours
    Distance: 130 km

    Meals: Lunch and Dinner
    Accommodation: Farm House Lodge

    After breakfast we head towards the Serengeti National Park, via the beautiful high lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa – the Serengeti National Park – with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. We head to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species.
    We arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti national park.

    Non game-viewing travel time: 6 hours
    Distance: 205 km

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Accommodation: Serengeit Melia

    Be one of only a few fortunate people to glide in a Hot Air Balloon over the Serengeti Plains (available at supplementary cost by pre-arrangement). Floating silently above the awakening bush, while spotting wildlife and enjoying the amazing scenery of Africa, across rivers and over numerous small villages.
    We do an after breakfast game viewing drive along the Sogore River Circuit, which loops into the plains south of the Seronera River, and which is good for possible Lion, Thomson gazelle, topi, ostrich and cheetah sightings. The Visitor Centre close to the Serengeti Seronera Lodge and public campsites, is well worth a visit after the morning’s game drive. This nicely designed centre offers some interesting wildlife displays as well as a gift shop selling information leaflets and maps of the area. The centre also has a shop where cold drinks and snacks can be purchased, as well as a picnic area and information trail up and around a nearby kopje. We will enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch at the centre in the shade of the giant acacia trees.
    In the afternoon we will follow the Kopjes Circuit, which goes anti-clockwise around the Maasai Kopjes, which usually attract a number of lion and some formidably large cobras. Kopjes are weathered granite outcrops, scattered around the plains, most of which are miniature ecosystems, providing shade and drinking water in pools left in the rock after the rains. This makes the kopjes particularly good for spotting wildlife in the dry seasons – including lions, which like to lie in wait for animals coming to drink!

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Accommodation: Serengeti Melia

    After breakfast at the lodge do we depart to the Ngorongoro Conservation area. We will stopover at Olduvai Gorge, boasting with a history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here, that the anthropologists Drs. Lois
    and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘HandyMan’, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution.
    We arrive in time for lunch at the lodge and after lunch we will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife for a half day’s safari tour. Supported by a year round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro National Park supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park, is it’s dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. We will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos and other water birds can usually been seen here.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Accommodation: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

    Non game-viewing travel time: 4 hours
    Distance: 145 km

    After breakfast we depart for the Tarangire National Park. The park runs along the line of the Tarangire River and is mainly made up of low-lying hills on the Great Rift Valley floor. Its natural vegetation mainly consists of Acacia woodland and giant African Baobab trees, with huge swamp areas in the south. Both the river and the swamps act like a magnet for wild animals, during Tanzania’s dry season. The Tarangire National Park is reputed to contain some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. This African national park is also home to three rare species of animals – the Greater Kudu, the Fringed-eared Oryx, as well as a few Ashy Starlings. After a picnic lunch we do an afternoon game drive.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Accommodation: Mpingo Bridge

    Non game-viewing travel time: 3½ hours
    Distance: 155 km

    We enjoy an early morning game drive in the Tarangire National Park, followed by breakfast at the lodge. We will then transfer back to Arusha. Upon arrival in Arusha we will have lunch and then we will end our African safari adventure. The group should tip the guide around $20 a day. You will be taken to your hotel, which ends our safari services.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel

    Non game-viewing travel time: 2 hours
    Distance: 120 km

    Depart with a morning Scheduled flight from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport to Zanzibar. On your arrival to Zanzibar our guide will pick you up and continue with an afternoon stone town tour as well as the spice tour before heading to the accommodation in the evening.

    Accommodation: Z – Hotel

    After Breakfast drive from Stone town to the accommodation in Nungwi were you can enjoy the white sand beach. Here is where you will be able to do all the water activities including the Blue safari, Snorkeling etc. based on your interest.

    Accommodation: Nungwi Dream Beach Hotel

    Depends on the flight schedule but after Breakfast depart from Nungwi and drive to Stone town where we will board a plane and fly back home

    Inclusions

    • Full board accommodation whilst on safari in the above mentioned Public Camps
    • Private safari guide
    • Maasai Experience tour
    • Extended Toyota Land Cruiser
    • Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
    • Transfers in both directions between the International Airport and Moshi.
    • All entrance Park fees
    • Ngorongoro Crater fees
    • 18% VAT to our entrance fees.
    • All meals while on safari.

    Exclusions

    • Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival, USA and CANADA passport holders USD 100
    • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
    • Meals not listed above
    • Optional Tours (balloon rides USD. 540 per person)
    • Tips and any items of personal nature

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What’s Included and Excluded in Every Tour?

    The inclusions and exclusions vary by tour. Each tour has its specific set of inclusions and exclusions. Please refer to the individual tour page to see what is specifically included in that tour.

    What Are Your Cancellation Terms?

    Our cancellation terms are standard within the industry. For more information on our cancellation policy, please visit the designated page.

    What Vaccines and Health Requirements Are Needed?

    The requirements vary depending on the country and nationality. For the most accurate information, please visit the page specific to your destination and consult the corresponding embassy page for the latest information.

    Can I Choose Other Accommodation Than What’s Specified?

    Yes, if you have a special preference, let us know, and we will offer alternatives from our vast network of company-owned and partner accommodations. Booking with us allows you to enjoy discounted rates as we have special agreements with our partners.

    Will My Mobile/Cellular Phone Work During the Tour?

    Yes, though signal strength may vary in different areas.

    What Activities Can My Kids Do While on a Safari?

    A safari offers an enriching experience for children, allowing them to observe animals in their natural habitat. Some camps and lodges offer amenities for children, such as playrooms and pools, though these are not universally available. We suggest bringing activities that your children enjoy.

    What Payment Methods Do You Accept?

    We accept various payment methods, including card payments. For more information on acceptable payment methods, please visit our payment information page.

    What If I Have Special Needs or Requirements?

    We strive to cater to all requirements, such as providing wheelchair-friendly accommodation or rooms on the first floor if stairs are a challenge. Please communicate with us in advance about your needs.

    What Are the Road Conditions Like?

    Most safari parks have bumpy but manageable roads, with some roads being paved. Generally, guests do not view this as a problem.

    Is Electricity Available 24 Hours in the Lodges and Camps?

    Most standard camps and lodges are equipped with generators, so electricity is generally available 24 hours. However, some interruptions may occur but are typically not a significant concern for guests.

    What About My Special Diet and Food Preferences?

    We cater to all diets, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, among others. Please inform us in advance about your dietary preferences.

    Is Tipping Required?

    Tipping is not required but is recommended. The amount varies by country, but you should tip according to what you feel is appropriate.

    Take Off on a Memorable Safari Experience and Explore the Wild Right Away!

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