Serengeti & Zanzibar Overland Safari
- Trip code: 478X027
- Dauer: 9
- Stil: Classic
Tanzania boasts some pretty epic sites and this 9-day tour includes all the must-sees. From the mountains to grassland savanna, and the beautiful island paradise of Zanzibar, you’ll see mighty elephants, search for the “big five” through the Serengeti, and immerse yourself in the wilds of this mighty country all while camping and travelling overland in a comfortable vehicle.
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Checklist
Additional Items:
• Sleeping bag (required)
Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
• Warm waterproof jacket
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
• 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:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• 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
Englischsprachiger CEO (Chief Experience Officer) während des gesamten Trips, ausgebildetete Safari Guides/Fahrer, lokale Guides
Group Size Notes
Max. 20, im Schnitt 17
Highlights
Folge den Big Five durch die Serengeti und den Ngorongoro-Krater, zelte in der Wildnis ganz nah an der Natur, fühle dich wie im Paradies an den weißen Sandstränden von Sansibar, erlebe das bunte Treiben in Stone Town
Introduction
Tanzania boasts some pretty epic sites and this 9-day tour includes all the must-sees. From the mountains to grassland savanna, and the beautiful island paradise of Zanzibar, you’ll see mighty elephants, search for the “big five” through the Serengeti, and immerse yourself in the wilds of this mighty country all while camping and travelling overland in a comfortable vehicle
Meal Budget
Plane USD155-205 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Meals Included
8 Frühstück, 3 Mittagessen, 3 Abendessen
Optional Activities
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 (35-150USD pro Person)
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
Start / Finish
Arusha nach Stone Town
Transport
Allrad-Safariwagen, privates Shuttle, zu Fuß, Fähre, 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, Arusha. Eintritt und Safarifahrten im Serengeti Nationalpark und im Ngorongoro-Krater. Fähre nach Sansibar. Orientierungs-Spaziergang in Stone Town. Strandvergnügen auf Sansibar. Alle Transfers zwischen den Reisezielen sowie zu inbegriffenen Aktivitäten und zurück
Accommodation
Basic hotel (5 nts, single or twin-share), Beach Bandas (1 nt), full-service camping (2 nts)
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
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 Arusha
Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich
Day 2 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 3 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 4 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 5 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 6 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 7 Strandtag auf Sansibar
Transfer zu den weißen Sandstränden und türkisfarbenen Gewässern der schönen Küste Sansibars
Day 8 Strandtag auf Sansibar
Zeit zur freien Verfügung zum Entspannen am Strand, Schnorcheln und um die Insel zu erkunden
Day 9 Stone Town
Morgendlicher Transfer mit der Gruppe. Die Abreise aus Stone Town erfolgt nach der Ankunft am späten Vormittag
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Arusha
Day 2 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 3 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 4 Ngorongoro/Arusha
Day 5 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 6 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 7 Strandtag auf Sansibar
Day 8 Strandtag auf Sansibar
Day 9 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
