Kifaru Safari, Serena Lodges

Kifaru Safari, Serena Lodges

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$3425

Kifaru Safari, Serena Lodges

7 Days

Visiting: Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Tour operator:

ARP Travel Group

Tour code:

26444

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Group size:

5 - 10

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

7-99

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours, Small Group

Activities:

4WD

From: $3596 $3425 Travel Club discount: -$171

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Experience seven days of breathless safari adventure in northern Tanzania with this odyssey that explores three national parks and a conservation area. ‘Safari’ comes from the Swahili word for ‘journey’ and over the course of this unforgettable itinerary, you will undertake a journey like no other. You will discover some of the most dramatic landscapes in the world, come face to face with wildlife, and have memorable encounters with intriguing cultures.

Highlights

  • Lake Manyara National Park: a lush habitat where tree-climbing lions, huge hippos, zebras and wildebeest herds can be seen

  • The shores of the lake, encrusted with pink flamingo, attract more than 400 species of birds

  • Large herds of buffalo, cheetah, giraffe and impala roam the lake shores and the forested valley slopes

  • Serengeti National Park: Home to millions of wild animals and the famous location of the yearly wildebeest migration

  • The resident population of lion, cheetah, elephant, giraffe, and birds is also impressive

  • Its unique ecosystem has inspired writers such as Ernest Hemingway, filmmakers like Hugo von Lawick and Alan Root

  • Ngorongoro Crater: the planet’s largest intact volcanic caldera is a world within a world in which humans and wildlife perfectly cohabit

  • Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes

  • This area promises you a truly unique wildlife experience

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport - Arusha

Location: Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our representative will meet and greet you. Then, enjoy a comfortable transfer to Arusha's city centre, and the rest of the day at leisure. 


Overnight in Arusha.


Day 2 : Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park (105 Km – 1.5 Hrs)

Location: Lake Manyara

Morning at leisure with safari briefing followed by lunch. Afternoon joins seat in vehicle safari and departs Arusha passing through the Masai Steppe filled with many picturesque African villages as well as maize, coffee and banana plantations. At the town of Makuyuni turn North West and continue the journey through a scenic escarpment that brings you to your lodge, perched on the edge of the Rift Valley with stunning views over the distant Lake Manyara.


Overnight in Lake Manyara.



Day 3 : Lake Manyara National Park – Serengeti National Park (245Km – 5 Hrs)

Location: Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, there is a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park that ends just before lunch. Indulge in a delicious meal at the camp and then leave Lake Manyara behind. The journey continues North West across the stunning hilly countryside of the highlands which is filled with wheat and coffee plantations, and then into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. From here lie the vast plains of the Serengeti, where you’ll hopefully start spotting game well before you get into the park. Arrive at the camp in the evening, have a tasty dinner and rest. 


Overnight in Serengeti.



Day 4 : Serengeti National Park (5-6 Hrs On Game Drives)

Location: Serengeti National Park

Wake up to breakfast at the camp. The Serengeti is famed for being home to millions of animals and the annual Great Migration of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles. Yet, the dramatic landscapes in which the wildlife prowls are themselves worthy of admiration. Riverine forests and woodlands, rocky outcrops called kopjes, and an imposing volcano are just some of the backdrops in which the animals can be spotted during the morning and afternoon game drives. With some luck, here you will see the Big Five and, with great luck, the harder-to-spot species grouped as the Little Five: the antlion, the rhino beetle, the elephant shrew, the buffalo weaver, and the leopard tortoise. Birds and reptiles are also plentiful in the Serengeti National Park. Enjoy lunch and dinner at the camp. 


Overnight in Serengeti.



Day 5 : Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater (190Km – 4 Hrs)

Location: Ngorongoro Crater

After a tasty breakfast, you depart for Ngorongoro with viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains. Stop for a delectable picnic lunch and continue the journey to your lodge, set at the base of the conservation area in or near the village of Karatu. Finish your day with dinner at the lodge. 


Overnight in Ngorongoro.



Day 6 : Ngorongoro Crater (5-6 Hrs On Game Drives)

Location: Ngorongoro Crater

A highlight is waiting for you this morning as you depart to explore what is commonly referred to as the World’s largest wildlife zoo. After breakfast, you descend with a picnic lunch through the early morning mists, going 2,000 feet into the crater. Ngorongoro Crater is the World’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor has several distinct areas, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some beautiful sand dunes. It’s an unforgettable wildlife experience. The picnic lunch is served overlooking a small lake populated with hippos. You return to the lodge in the late afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and dinner in the evening. 


Overnight in Ngorongoro.



Day 7 : Ngorongoro Crater – Depart Arusha (200 Km – 3.5 Hrs)

Location: Ngorongoro Crater

Depart Ngorongoro Crater after a luscious breakfast heading towards Lake Manyara, Mto Wa Mbu village and Tarangire beyond. Through the highlands and the Karatu district, you’ll view the scenic wheat plains and coffee plantations, before journeying down the spectacular escarpment where you turn north on to the main Arusha – Dodoma road. Transfer to Arusha town centre, On arrival in Arusha lunch is provided followed by transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport to connect international departure flight. The earliest departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport on the last day of the safari should be after 04:00 pm. 



What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English-speaking local driver-guide throughout the tour (the assigned local driver-guide may change during the itinerary)
  • French, German, Italian or Spanish driver-guide subject to availability (airport transfers will be operated with English-speaking drivers)

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 6 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Arusha :

Standard Hotel Category = Arusha Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day 2 Lake Manyara:

Standard Hotel Category = Lake Manyara Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day -3-4 Serengeti:

Standard Hotel Category = Serengeti Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day -5-6 Ngorongoro:

Standard Hotel Category = Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 6 Breakfasts 
  • 6 Lunches 
  • 5 Dinners

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival shared transfer in an air-conditioning bus from Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • 4x4 vehicle with a pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat during game drives and all transportation throughout the tour (maximum 7 persons per vehicle)

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: 1 game drive at Lake Manyara National Park (Day 2); 1 game drive at Lake Manyara National Park (Day 3); 2 game drives at Serengeti National Park (Day 4); 1 game drive at Ngorongoro Crater (Day 5); 1 game drive at Ngorongoro Crater (Day 6)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet 
  • 1 bottle of mineral water (500ml) per person per day on game drives
  • All park fees and government taxes

What's Not Included

  • Visas
  • Domestic flights 
  • International flights 
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Departure airport transfer
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Passengers should bring only soft-sided bags on safari. Passport/ identity card required for internal flights, for which baggage is limited to 15kg per person, including hand luggage. Excess baggage will be charged at check-in. Passengers arriving Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate. Travellers’ cheques are generally not accepted in east Africa. US banknotes cannot be older than 2004 and must have the most current security markings (large portrait of the president). Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. 

Please Note

  • Day 2, this safari departs Arusha Town Centre by 02:00 pm, so arrivals at Kilimanjaro International Airport must be by 12:00 pm, otherwise, travellers must arrive earlier or have stayed overnight at an Arusha hotel to join the scheduled safari. The safari will continue without clients that have not arrived by the departure time and additional costs incurred to arrange for the clients to meet up with the safari group will need to be borne directly by the client on the ground
  • Day 7, the earliest departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport on the last day of the safari should be after 04:00 pm  
  • Due to limited luggage space in vehicles, suitcases are unsuitable for scheduled road safaris. We recommend luggage packed in inexpensive barrel/sausage bags or soft-sided bags not exceeding 15kg and 65x46 cm. Excess luggage can be handed over to the representative at the time of briefing. It will be handed over to you on your return from the safari. Additional costs may apply to pick up drop off luggage at specific points
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • This tour is a combination of regular tours and shared arrangements, clients may be required to change vehicles
  • Park fees may change without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will have to be covered by the client

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Arusha :

  • Standard Hotel Category = Arusha Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day 2 Lake Manyara:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Lake Manyara Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day -3-4 Serengeti:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Serengeti Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day -5-6 Ngorongoro:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS


Day 1 Arusha :


  • Standard Hotel Category = Arusha Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day 2 Lake Manyara:


  • Standard Hotel Category = Lake Manyara Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day -3-4 Serengeti:


  • Standard Hotel Category = Serengeti Serena Lodge or similar 4*

Day -5-6 Ngorongoro:


  • Standard Hotel Category = Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or similar 4*


Check out our Q&As

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

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