Overview
This signature tour combines the best of both worlds—thrilling wildlife safaris in Tanzania’s iconic national parks followed by serene relaxation on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar. Ideal for couples, honeymooners, or travelers looking for both adventure and tranquility, this package delivers unforgettable memories from the savannah to the sea.
Highlights
- Trek to the world-famous Everest Base Camp
- Enjoy the amazing view of the Himalayas from Kala Patthar
- Travel through the Sherpa villages of Namche, Khumjung, Khunde, and Dingboche
- Visit Tengboche the biggest and oldest monastery n the region.
Itinerary
Your journey begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. A friendly Gama Travel and Tours representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Spend the evening unwinding and preparing for your upcoming adventure.
After breakfast, you’ll head to Tarangire National Park, a sanctuary known for its towering baobab trees and vast herds of elephants. Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch as you explore the park’s river valleys and grassy savannahs, home to lions, giraffes, wildebeest, and over 500 bird species. Overnight in a lodge near the park.
Today you travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife havens. Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive in a self-contained ecosystem teeming with wildlife—including rhinos, buffalo, lions, and flamingos around the soda lake. After a picnic lunch inside the crater, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, driving through highland forests and expansive plains. Along the way, you may visit a Maasai village or the Olduvai Gorge. Once inside the Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge or tented camp, surrounded by the endless grasslands and wildlife of the central Serengeti.
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti’s diverse habitats in search of Africa’s Big Five. Your expert guide will help track lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos, as well as cheetahs and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your game drive. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a night under the stars.
After a morning game drive and breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival on the island, you’ll be met and transferred to your beachfront resort. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on the white sand beaches or swimming in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Enjoy a full day at your leisure. You can choose to relax at the resort, indulge in a spa treatment, or take part in optional water activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, or kayaking. Sunset on the beach completes the perfect day.
This day can be dedicated to exploring Zanzibar’s rich cultural heritage. Take an optional guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its narrow alleys, historic mosques, and vibrant markets. You may also visit a spice plantation to learn about Zanzibar’s famous cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla.
Another day to soak in the beach atmosphere or engage in marine excursions. Consider a traditional dhow sailing trip, a visit to Prison Island to see the giant tortoises, or snorkeling in the Mnemba Atoll. Return to your resort for a farewell beachside dinner.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your international departure or onward travel. This marks the end of your incredible journey through Tanzania’s wild and wonderful landscapes and the tranquil shores of Zanzibar.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Accommodation in luxury lodges and beach resort
- Domestic flights (Serengeti to Zanzibar)
- All meals during safari (full board) and breakfast in Zanzibar
- Park entrance and conservation fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Airport transfers in Arusha and Zanzibar
The Cost Excludes
- International flights
- Zanzibar excursions (optional activities)
- Tips and gratuities
- Visa fees and travel insurance
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
