Ronda Wright
Travel Agent
"Calling all travel enthusiasts!"
Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable journey through this magnificent region. We can't wait to have you join us on the adventure of a lifetime in Tanzania, East Africa!
About This Getaway:
Departs June 2024
Exploring local culture and safari adventures in Serengeti & Zanzibar, East Africa
Top Rated Hotels
Including 4-star and 5-star hotel and lodge accommodations
Activities & Excursions
Private safaris at 3 national parks/reserves, plus a beach escape in Zanzibar
The Details
Our next Group Getaway will take you on an incredible journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania, East Africa. Get ready to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure filled with unforgettable experiences and breathtaking sights.
Prepare to be awestruck by the magnificence of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and often referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Experience the wonders of the Serengeti National Park, famous for its annual wildebeest migration and discover the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley.
You'll have the opportunity to see some of Africa's most wildlife-rich parks, where you'll have the chance to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo) and many other species in their natural habitats. We'll head to Zanzibar for some rest and relaxation on its white sandy beaches, where you'll have plenty of time to soak up the sun, swim in the turquoise waters, and experience the local culture and cuisine.
Our expert local guides will provide you with their insider knowledge and ensure that you are safe while exploring these beautiful parks. Most importantly, create lifelong memories with fellow travel enthusiasts and form lasting friendships along the way.
Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!
The Itinerary
June 17
Depart for East Africa
June 18
Arrive Kilmanjaro Airport
Clear Customs & Immigration and be transferred to Arusha Serena Hotel for the next two nights.
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Accommodation: Serena Arusha
June 19
After breakfast, your visit to Tanzania begins!
Travel into the foothills of Mount Meru and visit a local village of the Wa Arusha tribe. The Wa Arusha,
cousins of the Maasai, took roots and unlike the Maasai, are a farming community. Their crops include coffee and bananas and, the visit to this community includes a visit to local homes, a church and school. You also have a chance to see some of the farming techniques and perhaps sample "mbege" a local beer made from millet and bananas.
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Accommodation: Serena Arusha
June 20
Visit Manyara Game Reserve Enroute to Ngoro Ngoro
Tanzania’s towering Mto wa Mbu ridge provides a remarkable backdrop for a one-of-a-kind visit. Explore amidst the rich wildlife and unsurpassed tranquility of Lake Manyara National Park. The lake is home to over 300 migratory birds including flamingos, long-crested eagles, and grey-headed kingfisher. After visiting Manyara Game Reserve, you will continue to Ngorongoro.
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Accommodation: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
June 21
Ngoro Ngoro National Park and Crater
Explore Tanzania’s prehistoric Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Deep within its immense walls is a breathtaking blue-green landscape dotted with plains, lakes, and forests; an eerie, otherworldly land that “time forgot” thick with massive bull elephants, rhinos, wildebeests, and the highest concentration of lions in Africa. Explore the Cradle of Mankind at The Retreat at Ngorongoro. This lodge is meticulously bird themed with clear emphasis on nature and birdlife in the area. As you walk around the lodge, you will be amazed at how nature has been integrated into this development.
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Accommodation: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
June 22
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is a World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife: over 2 million ungulates, 4000 lions, 1000 leopard, 550 cheetahs and 500 bird species inhabit an area close to 15,000 square kilometers in size. Join us on a safari and explore the endless Serengeti plains dotted with trees and kopjes from which majestic lions control their kingdom; gaze upon the Great Migration in awe or find an elusive leopard in a riverine forest. Or perhaps see everything from a bird’s-eye view and soar over the plains at sunrise during a hot air balloon safari.
Serengeti Serena Lodge is an award-winning gem of a hotel in one of the most beautiful settings in
Tanzania. Seamlessly blended high into an acacia-lined ridge, this African-styled lodge and infinity pool offer panoramic views across the Serengeti’s vast, endless grasslands, where lions and cheetahs stalk their prey and massive migrating wildebeest herds darken the landscape in a relentless search for fresh grazing grounds.
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Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge
Where you'll stay:
4-star and 5-star hotels
Serena Arusha Hotel Resort & Spa
Lodging Dates: June 18 - June 20
Set at the heart of a traditional coffee estate in the majestic environs of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the exquisitely appointed Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa ( formerly Lake Duluti Serena Hotel) offers heady views over verdant tropical forests, cool mountain walks, a wonderful array of wildlife, roaring fires and superlative cuisine.
The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Lodging Dates: June 20 - June 22
Explore the Cradle of Mankind at The Retreat at Ngorongoro. This lodge is meticulously bird themedwith clear emphasis on nature and birdlife in the area. As you walk around the lodge, you will be amazed at how nature has been integrated into this development.
Serengeti Serena Lodge
Lodging Dates: June 22 - June 24
Inspired by a traditional African village this extraordinary lodge presents a vibrant design concept rich in indigenous craft and cultural detail that is without compare. Set high on a hill with rolling visas over the teeming plains of a natural amphitheater it also enjoys a ringside seat for the greatest show on earth, the annual migration of the wildebeest.
RIU Palace Resort
Lodging Dates: June 24 - June 27
All Inclusive - Adults Only featuring luxurious accommodations with private terraces offering Indian Ocean views. Facilities include an outdoor pool, private beach with watersports and a dove center. The spa provides massages and a steam bath. Opulent rooms with Omani-style decor. Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minifridges.
Included in your getaway package:
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4 and 5 star hotel and lodge accommodations
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Accommodation as per itinerary based on twin share
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Flight from mainland to Zanzibar
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All transfers and transportation is by private, air-conditioned coach with driver/guide
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Arrival Meet & Greet guide assistance, Departure guide assistance
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Sightseeing and admissions as per the itinerary
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Game drives and Crater tour
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4x4 vehicles with experienced English speaking driver guides
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Local taxes on accommodations and sightseeing tours, based on current rates
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Breakfast is included in all safari hotels and loges; all-inclusive meal plan in Zanzibar
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Park fees and government taxes
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Filtered water will be provided in our safari vehicles
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Travelers must bring their own reusable water bottle
Not included:
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International airfare, departure taxes & fuel surcharges, seat selection
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Any future fuel surcharges on land arrangements or additional costs due to COVID rules
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Personal items
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Optional Tours
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Meals unless listed in itinerary
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Tips & Gratuities
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Early check-in & late check out of rooms (standard check-in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
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Travel Insurance
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Visa/passport handling fees
Why join this getaway?
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