Overview
The truly defined Africa Safari Experience where the expedition is beyond Tanzania Savana.
This is when the bush meets the beach, as we explore the plain of Serengeti National Park while finishing our tour on the beautiful island of Zanzibar.
Africa’s east coast Island bursting with culture and history, seemingly at odds with its idyllic geography of white-sand beaches with palms swaying lazily in the sea breeze. Only in nine days!
Don’t forget the best meals and accommodation experience to add up to a lifetime Africa vacation dream. Decide today! Let’s travel to Africa.
Scope
- Duration: 10 Days Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar
Price: From $ 3,890 per person sharing
Destination: Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara, Tarangire and Zanzibar
Activities: Game drive, Walking & Beach
- Enjoy a charming and friendly team soon after arrival at the Airport and drop off at the hotel
- Enjoy the short ride from the airport to the hotel depending on arrival time, you can experience the semi-arid environment before reaching the beautiful city of Arusha.
- Expect to meet our team for a tour briefing and other arrangements
- A beautiful start to the day with a heavy breakfast and a hot shower at the hotel
- Expect to travel with not only a travel guide but also a friendly and knowledgeable safari expert
- Expect the welcoming groups of baboons and tree climbing lions near the gate of Lake Manyara National park, one of the best attractions in this park.
- Stunning view of Mount Meru and Maasai steppe while herding to the small town of Karatu before Ngorongoro
- Don’t forget for the best weather while approaching the plain of Tarangire National Park
- Open your heart and mind for the best view and enjoyment of wildlife within Lake Manyara
- In Arusha National Park! We let the true nature amaze you with millions of animals roaming around with every rhythmic of the wild
- The extended sand beaches of Zanzibar- The archipelago of Africa
- Delicious and healthy meals served on time, depending on the type of accommodation option you have chosen ( lodge, hotel, camping)…
- Also, you will have an option to visit cultural villages for an authentic African experience
- Sleep in a safe and neatly adventurous environment safe from wild animals and mosquitos
- Expect direct communication with the ground team for tour monitoring but also in case of any emergency. Your safety is our priority.
- Transfer to the airport to catch your flight back home after the spice tour in Zanzibar.
Itinerary
After the check-in at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), our driver (s) will be there ready to transfer you to the hotel in Arusha. Depending on the arrival time it’s possible to meet your safari guide for a tour briefing but also we advise you to take your time to rest for a fresh start on your safari after a long trip from your country. Welcome to Tanzania!
Accommodation: Serena Hotel Arusha
Drive directly to Tarangire after arrival at the airport. Our local guide will ensure you have received all the essential information before setting off to our first Safari destination. The Lunch will be taken at the Tarangire National Park and will continue with an afternoon game drive. Overnight inside Tarangire National Park.
Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Soon after breakfast, leave Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park. You will spend 3-4 hours before reaching Serengeti. You will enjoy en-route game drives on transit to Serengeti. Continue with a sunrise game drive in Serengeti National Park. Then return to your campsite for dinner and overnight at your luxury lodge.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge
Spend the whole day exploring the rolling plains of Serengeti National Park in search of the large predators and the gentle herbivores on which they feed. A full day of a game drive, depending on the time of year and the migration of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes, and many birds and other species. After the game, drive back to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge
After breakfast, check out from camp. You will enjoy the game drive back to Naabi gate for check out from Serengeti. You will have your packed lunch back in Ngorongoro. En route, you will have time to visit Maasai Boma for a cultural experience before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for game drives one of the seven wonders of the world. The area maintains its uniqueness by accommodating wildlife and Local Maasai people, this makes the area considered multiple lands in Tanzania. It’s the best place to see Black Rhinos and the other big five. After the full game, drive to the small town of Karatu for dinner and overnight
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain Lodge
After breakfast, leave your lodge and visit Lake Manyara National Park for a day game drive before driving back to Arusha Airport. Your flight check-in probably will be at 14:30 if no change. After that, drive to Arusha airport to catch an evening flight at 14:30 hours. ( we will update the exact time ).
You will meet our driver at Zanzibar airport ready to pick you up and transfer you to the hotel
Accommodation: Serena Zanzibar Hotel
Check out from Stone Town to Nungwi areas. This is the most vibrant part of Zanzibar. Enjoy the good days either at the infinity pools or playing in the sand. You can either add extra short trips like Prison Island and Sandbank or even visit Mnemba Island for snorkeling excursions. But if you like spices and culture, a spice tour will spice your days in this beautiful tropical paradise in Africa.
Accommodation: Riu Jambo Hotels
After breakfast, depending on your flying time, we will take you to the airport to catch your home flight. As we come to the end of your Africa vacation, our team wishes you a safe journey back home, we are delighted to express our gratitude for choosing us as your host in Africa. We believe you have learned, enjoyed, and exchange social tokens with our friendly team. Bon, voyage
Costs & Inclusions
10 Days Safari & Zanzibar Price
| Pax | 1 pax | 2 pax | 4 pax+ |
| Price | $6,780 | $5,000 | $3,890 |
- Transfers from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha and from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Arusha (4stars hotel)
- 2 nights at Serengeti Serena Lodge
- 1-night lodge accommodation in Karatu (outside the park)
- Mineral drinking water and fresh fruits on safari
- 2 nights at Serena Zanzibar ( stone town )
- 3 nights at Riu Jambo Hotel (4 stars)
- All meals while on safari
- All Parks fees and taxes
- Ngorongoro crater fees
- Lunch Boxes
- Allowance for safari guides
- Flying Doctors Emergency Responders
- International Air fair
- Optional tours not mentioned in this itinerary
- Personal expenses example Laundry, beverages, etc.
- Yellow fever vaccinations
- Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa, and traveler’s insurance.
- Local flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
Booking Process
If you’re satisfied enough with the information. You can book this tour directly, remember to confirm your booking with a deposit of 40% of the total cost per person. This is required to secure bookings. For accommodation and other services which belong to third parties.
At that point, we will issue you with an invoice that includes a balance due date. We must receive the full payment not less than thirty (30) days before the departure date.
In the case of holidays booked within less than thirty (30) days of the departure date. We must receive the full cost within seven (7) working days. After sending written confirmation and invoice.
In case of non-payment of the balance by the due date. We reserve the right to cancel your booking and keep your deposit. As well as any other cancellation charges.
Before you make any payment don’t hesitate to discuss with your tour planner the best option. Your satisfaction is our happiness.
How to make payments
| BRANCH NAME | NEW ARUSHA MARKET |
|---|---|
| BANK NAME | NMB BANK PLC |
| SWIFT CODE | NMIBTZTZXXX |
| ACCOUNT NAME | BLESSING SAFARIS LIMITED |
| ACCOUNT NUMBER | 42710042425 |
| CURRENCY TYPE | USD |
We accept Visa, Mastercard, and American Express
If you decide to use this mode of payment, a 3.9% bank surcharge has to be added on top of the original amount. The 3.9% charge does not come from Blessing Safaris Limited, it is a bank surcharge for credit card transactions
Sometimes the gateways or your bank may request additional documents to approve the transaction, bear in mind that it is for your financial safety.
You can pay through Pesapal (PCi DSS & PCi PTS compliance)
Blessing Safaris Limited is a licensed Tour Operator in Tanzania, duly incorporated under the Companies Act of 2002, bearing registration number 141173960.
Furthermore, the company holds a Tax Identification Number (TIN) of 141-173-960.
Additionally, Blessing Safaris Limited is recognized by the Tanzania Tourism Licensing Board (TTLB), commonly referred to as “TALA,” with Registration Number 017298.
To verify this information, we recommend visiting the official government website of Tanzania’s Tourism. Here is the Link
Should you require further assurance or verification of our legal status, please feel free to contact our bank, which can provide confirmation of our business credentials.
When making a booking, you will receive an unpaid invoice specifying the amount due and the company’s bank account details.
After making your payment, you will receive a paid invoice, which serves as proof of payment.
We want to emphasize that Blessing Safaris Limited is fully tax-compliant.
Following the guidelines established by the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), we issue Electronic Fiscal Devices (EVFD) receipts to our clients after their trip.
This practice ensures our commitment to transparency and adherence to all tax regulations and requirements.
General Travel Information
Climate. Tanzania climate is tropical and there are two rain seasons the longer being March through May and the shorter between October and November. The dry season lasts from July through October with clear sky and sunshine the whole day. The weather is suitable for beach vacations. The coastal area is normally hot and humid.
Visa: Coming to Tanzania has been made easy for visitors. It is easy to obtain a Tanzanian visa and there are three ways to obtain it: You can get a visa from a Tanzanian Embassy or High Commission from your country or upon arrival at the port of entry or you can apply online via Tanzania Immigration site, that is, the airport or at the border port. The above procedure applies to North American and European citizens. For more details about visas please contact the nearest Tanzanian Embassy or High Commission in your area.
Tanzania’s International Airports: Tanzania has two international airports, one outside the commercial capital Dar es Salaam (airport code: DAR) and the other near Arusha (and Mount Kilimanjaro) called Kilimanjaro International Airport (airport code: JRO). Charter flights and some international operators fly directly to Zanzibar Island (airport code: ZNZ)
Getting to Tanzania: If you’re planning to visit Northern Tanzania, the best airport to arrive at is Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA). KLM has daily flights from Amsterdam. Ethiopian and Kenya Airways / Precision Air also fly into KIA.
If you’re planning to visit Zanzibar, southern and western Tanzania, it is ideal to fly to the capital city of Dar es Salaam. European carriers that fly into Dar es Salaam include British Airways, KLM and Swissair(which share codes with Delta). There are long-distance bus services between Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.
Attractions: The country has a lot to offer educationally, historically, for leisure and adventures. These adventures are safaris (game) driving in the National Parks like Serengeti, Manyara, and Tarangire to see wildlife, historical sites such as museums, landscapes, mountains, beaches, lakes, rivers, and culture.
Social life: The country has more than 120 tribes. Each tribe has its own vernacular. Although there are many languages “Swahili” was adopted as the national language in 1961 right after independence. The language has spread and is being used in the neighboring countries of Uganda, Kenya, and Central Africa. English is the second official language of the nation. You will find that Tanzanians are very welcoming and friendly.
Political system: Tanzania is perhaps the leading country on the continent of Africa for its political stability, peace, and tranquility. The political system is multi-party and the government is democratic. Political and religious conflicts are resolved through dialogue. In short, religious and tribal conflicts are very rare in this country because every citizen is free to worship as he/she pleases provided that one does not violate the law of the land
Currency: The national currency of Tanzania is the “shilling” (Tshs). Exchange rates vary and are subject to change anytime. Credit cards such as Euro-card, American Express, Master Card, Access, and Visa are accepted by most tourists’ hotels, carving shops, bureau de change, and banks. Also, Traveler’s Cheques in sterling pounds and US dollars are acceptable.
Religions: Because of its historical diversity Tanzania is a land of various religions. Nevertheless, the major religions are Christianity, Islam, Hindu, and African Traditional Religions. On the east coast – Dar es salaam, Bagamoyo, Zanzibar, and Tanga – the dominant religions are Islam and Hindu. This is due to the advent of Arabs and Eastern Indians which led to the spread of the two religions. The mainland is dominantly Christian and this is since European colonists, like Arabs, spread the Christian religion to the indigenous people.
Infrastructure & Accessibility: Major roads are paved and accessible throughout the year. Side roads and those around and within the National Parks are muddy and rough. For this reason, a 4WD car is required for safaris. Four-wheel cars include Toyota Land Cruisers, Land Rovers, and Toyota Hiace 4WD. These are the cars commonly used. The railway is also used in the eastern, southern, central, and western parts of the country.
Time: The time zone is GMT + 3 and the electricity is 220 – 240 V AC, 50 Hz.
This comes not actually from the company side but has something to do with yourself, you may wish to support locals by buying souvenirs or you may arrange some extra tours around the city or tipping to your team. Is the best way to acknowledge others as one of the best practices in life. Feel comfortable to discuss with your tour planner anytime
As any other endeavor challenges are part of the journey, you may experience congestion while arriving or you may experience network outage in most of the areas while on safari. Bear in mind that there are challenges which we can control as human beings but in case of natural disasters that we do not wish to happen if we are supposed to stop your tour, immediate actions are necessary to save a life.
Packing for a Tanzania safari is vastly different from packing for just about any other trip, and it offers a different challenge depending on whether you’re a solo traveler, family or couples. Not only do most safari-goers have weight restrictions on bush flights (a typical weight restriction is 15 kilograms or 33 pounds total per person, including camera equipment and carry-ons), but you also have the challenge of knowing which types of clothes to wear on safari are appropriate. We’ve been leading tours for years in Tanzania, and have put together our tips for what to pack for an African safari.
Duffel or soft-sided bag, TSA approved clear toiletry case,2 pairs of pants in the breathable fabric in earth tones,1 – 2 long sleeve shirts in chambray or earth tones,3 layering tanks or T-shirts, Utility jacket, Light scarf, Sports bra, Wide brim hat with chin strap, Closed-toe shoes like trail runners or fashion sneakers with good traction, Waterproof dry bag, Moisturizer, Sunscreen, Insect repellent with Deet, conditioner, Lip balm, Plug adapters/converters, USB flash drive, Memory cards for your camera and First aid kit
Travel insurance is very crucial once it comes to travel around the world, for any traveler. Getting travel insurance in Tanzania made easy through third parties companies which are dealing specifically with evacuation in case of any emergency during your tour, we do not sale it but we will be happy to recommend reliable compressive travel insurance that covers things like emergency helicopter rescue, medical evacuations expense it will be assisted protection tour to cover personal injury, repatriation expenses, and any kind of possibility illness will be covered. Having good travel insurance guarantees peace of mind while traveling, safety comes first.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are determined to ensure that you experience the luxury of genuinely memorable travel. On every trip, we aim to create a ‘charmed space’ within which you can relax, absorb fresh insights, be stimulated and charmed by new encounters – and have fun!
- Modest dressing is appreciated by everyone in Zanzibar. Foreign standards do not apply everywhere, so some items which are standard in your home country might not be appreciated. Bikinis and minis are fine for the beach, but in the villages and towns, women should cover their shoulders and wear a skirt or trousers that reach below the knee. Likewise, men should not go shirtless and should dress respectfully.
- If you are spending time on a beach in Stone Town or other beaches that are within sight from town, consider wearing beach clothes when not swimming. Being topless is not allowed for women.
You can take photos in public areas but ask for permission before taking pictures of individual people or private houses.
Clothes should be light, loose, washable, and preferably made from natural fabrics, rubber flip-flops or sandals are excellent choices for wandering around the villages and town, but a sturdy pair of walking shoes will normally be needed for sightseeing or walking through the forest. The tropical sun in Zanzibar is very strong, especially in midday. Sunscreen with high SPF and shady hats are preferable. It’s good to also pack sunglasses and a flashlight (the electricity is not completely reliable).
- Summer temperatures range from 20°C/68°F to 30°C/86°F, from December to March.
- Winter temperatures range from 19°C/66°F to 25°C/77°F, from March to May. From June to October, it gets very dry on the island with hot days and cool evenings.
- Late October through to mid-December is pretty hot with small thunderstorms.
Zanzibar is predominantly Muslim and filled with mosques. There are a few churches and temples for Christians and Hindus. Please do not enter the mosques if you are not Muslim.
When visiting Zanzibar, you should visit your local embassy to get details on your passport and visa. Depending on your nationality, you might be able to get a visa in Zanzibar or you might have to request it in your country. For more information kindly refers to our travel information section above.
- The unit of currency in Zanzibar is the Tanzanian shilling (Tsh).
- Foreign currency is usually accepted in most establishments in Tanzania. Traveler’s cheques and cash are widely accepted.
- Visa and MasterCard are accepted at all upmarket hotels and lodges.
- Zanzibar does not have any international banks. However, local banks will readily exchange foreign currency. The banks are open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, and closed on a Saturday and Sunday.
- The capital of Zanzibar is Stone Town, a place where the past and present have mixed very well. Stone Town is an interesting mix of East African, Arab, Indian, Persian, and European conquerors, traders, and seafarers.
- The city is filled with old buildings created in the different periods in Zanzibar. Being a small and busy island, the town does not provide the cleanest view, but it’s interesting to see the markets, harbor, and mosques, and to dine at a few restaurants.
Credit cards such as Visa and MasterCard are accepted at large establishments. There are many ATM cash machines in Zanzibar Town and can be used with Visa, Visa Electron, and MasterCard. Sometimes you need to try different banks before you find the one that works with your card. American Express works in Zanzibar, but not at as many ATM’s.
Whether traveling alone or with friends, Blessing Safaris guests often mention how particularly agreeable they find their traveling companions. our groups are deliberately small, comprising 2 to 7 guests especially for safari.
- If you stay longer and need to make several phone calls, you might want to consider a local SIM card. We can arrange this for you. International calls are generally much cheaper with local SIM.
- The country code for Tanzania (including Zanzibar) is +255.
Our team carefully researched and focused on trips which attract people with the same interest and naturally get on well with each other through their shared interests.
Once you confirm your booking on a tour you will be sent further practical information – packing tips, detailed itineraries, including advice on health, passport and visa requirements, and minimum and maximum numbers of guests on tours.
Memorable meals are one of the hallmarks of an excellent holiday. With the support of the best cooks, the quality of food and drink service is guaranteed. Depending on the service level or type of tour you have chosen, pre-discussion with your tour planner is a win-win situation for an enjoyable diet. Other tours are accompanied by our cook and others are inclusive service from our accommodation partners including hotels, private camps, and luxury lodges.
This aspect is much overstated. You will rarely see a snake, but if you do, it will most likely be from the safety of your safari vehicle. Tents and lodges all have bug screens fitted to windows and doors. In most areas where bugs or mosquitoes are prevalent, rooms and tents are also equipped with mosquito nets, adding to the idealistic ambiance. Bear in mind that malaria is a threat in most wildlife areas, and it is necessary to consult your doctor for advice before embarking on your safari.
Although more than 200 languages and dialects are spoken throughout Africa, this presents no problem as English is spoken throughout East and Southern Africa. Apart from English, all our professional guides are multilingual so we get you covered
