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Day 1-2
Depart North America / Arrive Arusha |
Connect in Amsterdam with your flight to Kilimanjaro Airport,
arriving late evening. You will be met by Thomson Safaris
staff and transferred to your lodge. We
can arrange your international flights, please call for competitive
pricing and availability.
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Day 3
Arusha |
Begin your exploration of Tanzanian culture with a visit to
Ilkiding'a village on the slopes of Mount Meru. Learn about
Tanzanian life as you speak with the locals, visit a master
Maasai knife carver and enjoy the lush scenery.
- Visit Ilkiding'a village
- Overnight: Kigongoni Lodge
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Day 4
Tarangire National Park |
Today you will depart Arusha, traveling southwest through
the Maasai Steppe to Tarangire National Park, Tanzania's fourth
largest.
- Afternoon wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park
- Brief Swahili lessons with your guide
- Overnight: Thomson Tarangire Nyumba
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Day 5
Tarangire National Park |
Spend another day in Tarangire National Park, viewing some
of Tanzania’s largest populations of elephant and enjoying
the diverse scenery, including the dramatic baobab trees that
are so typical of the park.
- Full day wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park
- Overnight: Thomson Tarangire Nyumba
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Day 6
Tarangire / Mto wa Mbu / Ngorongoro Highlands |
Depart Tarangire this morning, wildlife viewing along the
way. On your way to Gibb's Farm, you will stop in Mto wa Mbu
where you are sure to increase your understanding of Tanzania's
fascinating culture: taste banana beer, see coffee being roasted
and witness the art of wood carving.
- Morning wildlife viewing departing Tarangire National
Park
- Guided walk through the village of Mto wa Mbu
- Optional visit with Daniel Tewa, a local historian and
storyteller
- Overnight: Gibb's Farm
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Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater |
Depart Gibb's after a leisurely breakfast and head deeper
into the highlands until reaching the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
The crater is a geological marvel boasting several vegetation
zones from lakes to forest to savannah. It is home to about
30,000 animals, despite its tiny size of only 10 miles across.
- Full day of wildlife viewing on floor of Ngorongoro Crater
- Overnight: Gibb's Farm
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Day 8
Ngorongoro Highlands |
With Gibb's Farm as your base, spend the day enjoying a myriad
of activities and cultural pursuits in the Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Visit Tloma village, stopping at local businesses and
markets
- Visit a local school
- Optional afternoon activities:
- A walk through the estate focusing on indigenous
medicinal plants
- Afternoon tea on verandah
- Visit with the artist in residence
- Spa services (additional fees)
- Overnight: Gibb's Farm
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Day 9
Olduvai Gorge / Serengeti National Park |
After breakfast, continue your journey into the heart of Tanzania
by heading west, toward the Serengeti Plains.
- Brief stop at Olduvai Gorge
- Picnic lunch in the park
- Afternoon wildlife viewing in Serengeti National Park
- Overnight: Thomson Serengeti Nyumba
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Day 10
Serengeti National Park |
This morning, enjoy the vastness of the Serengeti, "the
land that flows on forever," along with some of the best
wildlife viewing that Africa has to offer. Take an optional
walk to Robanda village this afternoon to visit with the Ikoma
tribe. The Ikoma are known for their hunting prowess, drumming
and dance, and storytelling.
- Half day of wildlife viewing in Serengeti National Park
(if you have advance reservations, make an early departure
for your hot-air balloon excursion today)
- Optional walk to Robanda village - visit with the Ikoma
tribe
- Overnight: Thomson Serengeti Nyumba
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Day 11
Private Nature Refuge |
Make your way to a private nature refuge, a remote and pristine
region located east of Serengeti National Park. Its unique
geography, and its location outside the park make it a perfect
destination for discerning guests who wish to enjoy a true
wilderness and exploration experience. Please note: A
$100 per person conservation fee is applicable on all itineraries
visiting the private nature refuge.
- Wildlife viewing en route
- Orientation walk
- Overnight: Thomson East Serengeti Nyumba
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Day 12
Private Nature Refuge |
This frontier-like land offers limitless off-the-beaten-path
adventures and exclusive wilderness and cultural experiences.
- Early morning exploration on foot
- Visit Maasai boma
- Overnight: Thomson East Serengeti Nyumba
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Day 13
Arusha / Depart |
Before leaving, meet some more of our Maasai friends in the
neighboring village at Enyuata women's collaborative. Late
this morning, take a short flight to Arusha. While you are
there, enjoy a farewell lunch, some shopping and a dayroom
to prepare for your flight home this evening.
- Visit a women's collaborative
- Flight to Arusha (33lbs baggage maximum)
- Farewell lunch in Arusha
- Dayroom in Arusha
- Transfer to the International Airport for your flight
home
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Day 14
Arrive North America |
Connect in Amsterdam and arrive in North America. Please check
your flight itinerary for arrival dates and flight details.
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