Kenya, Tanzania Overland Safari & Participation Camping

Kenya, Tanzania Overland Safari & Participation Camping

• Trip code: 478X023
• Dauer: 10
• Stil: Classic

Start in the buzz of Kenya’s capital before spending 10 days tracking the “big five” across the Serengeti, exploring the top and bottom of the Ngorongoro Crater, and kicking back for a taste of island life in Zanzibar on the area’s beautiful beaches. Knowledgeable CEOs will improve the group’s chances of seeing some of the world’s most incredible wildlife, camping under the stars will keep the group close to the action, and travelling across the two countries will ensure you never skip a beat.

Übersicht

Checklist

Additional Items:
• Sleeping bag (required)

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 20, avg 17

Highlights

Track the "big five" across the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater on safari drives, Immerse yourself in the wild environment by camping under the vast sky and along the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, Chill out on the white-sand beaches and swim in the crystal-clear waters of Zanzibar, Discover the hustle and bustle of Stone Town on your own

Introduction

Start in the buzz of Kenya’s capital before spending 10 days tracking the “big five” across the Serengeti, exploring the top and bottom of the Ngorongoro Crater, and kicking back for a taste of island life in Zanzibar on the area’s beautiful beaches. Knowledgeable CEOs will improve the group’s chances of seeing some of the world’s most incredible wildlife, camping under the stars will keep the group close to the action, and travelling across the two countries will ensure you never skip a beat

Meals Included

9 Frühstück, 3 Mittagessen, 3 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD170-225 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Nairobi
- Die Bomas von Kenia (120USD pro Person)
- Carnivore Restaurant (130USD pro Person)
- Nationalmuseum (53--3USD pro Person)
- Eisenbahnmuseum (6-34USD pro Person)
- Karen Blixen-Museum (34-75USD pro Person)

Serengeti National Park
- Serengeti-Ballonsafari

Arusha
- Sansibar Express

Stone Town
- Stadtführung durch Stone Town (15USD pro Person)
- Kathedrale der Christ Church & Sklavenmarkt (5USD pro Person)
- Sultan-Palast-Museum (3USD pro Person)

Jambiani
- Schwimmen

Jozani Forest
- Tour im Jozani Forest (36-160USD pro Person)

Start / Finish

Nairobi nach Stone Town

Transport

Shared shuttle, 4x4 safari vehicles, private shuttle, walking, ferry, minibus

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Besuch von Mto wa Mbu mit Mittagessen, Mto wa Mbu
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Transfer from Nairobi to Arusha. Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park and in Ngorongoro Crater. Ferry to Zanzibar. Stone Town orientation walk. Beach time in Zanzibar. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Packing Note

The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season. Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket if you are travelling between April & May, October & November

Accommodation

Basic hotel (6 nts, single or twin-share), Beach Bandas (1 nt), full-service camping (2 nts)

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Nairobi/Arusha

Reise in den Süden und überquere die Grenze nach Tansania

Day 3 Arusha/Serengeti National Park

Auf dem Weg in die zentrale Serengeti hältst du auf einer Tierbeobachtungsfahrt Ausschau nach Wildtieren. Du schlägst dein Zelt in einem einfachen Bushcamp auf und genießt den afrikanischen Sternenhimmel

Day 4 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro

Begib dich auf eine Tierbeobachtungsfahrt auf dem Weg aus der Serengeti. Am Kraterrand des Ngorongogo schlagen wir unser Camp auf

Day 5 Ngorongoro/Arusha

Adventure down to the crater floor for a final safari experience in an area surrounded by the high walls. Exit the crater in the late morning and drive in the 4x4 safari vehicles back to Arusha. Stop along the way at Mto wa Mbu for a cultural walk and experience daily life in this rural town. Then, sit down for a traditional lunch with members from the local community

Day 6 Arusha/Dar es Salaam

Depart from Arusha early in your private vehicle towards Dar es Salaam. Enjoy the Tanzanian countryside passing by and be on the lookout for the blue waters of the Indian Ocean in the distance. The group will spend the night in this port town before transferring to the island beaches of Zanzibar

Day 7 Dar es Salaam/Stone Town

Fahrt mit der Fähre nach Sansibar. Unternimm einen Orientierungs-Spaziergang mit deinem CEO im historischen Stone Town und mache optional einen längeren Rundgang. Optional kannst du auch auf eigene Faust auf Erkundungstour gehen

Day 8 Strandtag auf Sansibar

Transfer zu den weißen Sandstränden und türkisfarbenen Gewässern der schönen Küste Sansibars

Day 9 Strandtag auf Sansibar

Zeit zur freien Verfügung zum Entspannen am Strand, Schnorcheln und um die Insel zu erkunden

Day 10 Stone Town

Morgendlicher Transfer mit der Gruppe. Die Abreise aus Stone Town erfolgt nach der Ankunft am späten Vormittag

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi

Day 2 Nairobi/Arusha

Day 3 Arusha/Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater portion of the trip will make use of specialized 4x4 7-seater safari vehicles, with experienced safari driver/guides, who will ensure wonderful wildlife encounters. The safari vehicles each have sliding windows and a large pop-up roof, perfect for viewing animals and scenery. The group will split up among several vehicles and your CEO will spend time in each vehicle over the next three days

Day 4 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro

Please note: if you have pre-booked the Serengeti Balloon Safari, today's the day for this activity! The CEO will give the final confirmation, as it is subject to change. You will miss the included morning wildlife safari drive with the group, but you will have a much better view from above! If you have not yet pre-booked, add it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Due to the high-altitude location of our camp, temperatures can drop at night. We recommend bringing extra layers to wear during the evening and following morning

Day 5 Ngorongoro/Arusha

Day 6 Arusha/Dar es Salaam

Wir verlassen Arusha frühzeitig und halten auf der Strecke Richtung Dar Es Salaam Ausschau nach dem majestätischen Kilimandscharo. Die Stadt begann Mitte des 19.Jahrhunderts als Fischerdorf, bevor sie zu einem Hafen- und Handelszentrum wurde. Zanzibar Express; transfer this morning from your Arusha hotel to the airport for a scenic flight to Zanzibar. Arrive in Stone Town and spend the afternoon exploring on your own. Enjoy an extra night in Stone Town and meet back up with the group the following day. Only breakfast included

Day 7 Dar es Salaam/Stone Town

Zanzibar is a Muslim society. Immodestly dressed women or men in shorts will get harassed and cause great offence in Stone Town. On the beach, customs are a little more relaxed, but travellers are encouraged to be respectful of the island's culture and cover up when walking around. Never try to take a photograph without asking permission

Day 8 Strandtag auf Sansibar

Day 9 Strandtag auf Sansibar

Day 10 Stone Town

Morning group transfer from the beach. Depart Stone Town upon arrival in the late morning. Onward travel should be booked no earlier than 2:30pm