6 days / 5 nights
Kifaru Safari A - Shared Tour
Inclusions
Themes
Snapshot
Starts at Arusha Town Centre
(briefing is at Arusha Serena Hotel therefore pls book Arusha Serena Hotel for
a pre-night)
Ends at Arusha Town Centre
Inclusions
- Meet and greet services
- Exclusive 4x4 vehicle with photo roof (maximum 7 clients per vehicle)
- Services of a bilingual English speaking driver-guide
- Guaranteed window seat
- Game drives and crater tour
- All accommodation and meals as specified
- All park fees and government taxes
- Mineral water provided during game drives
Exclusions
- Air Tickets (International / Domestic)
- Visa and Insurance
- Hotel Taxes
- Suggested optional activities/ tours if any.
- Any meals / snacks other than mentioned in the itinerary
- Camera Fee and any other entertainment charges
- Tips of any kind – Guides, Driver, Cruise Crew, etc.
- Portages at airport
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, Telephone etc
- Beverages of any kind
Itinerary
Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Standing high on the edge of a towering terracotta escarpment with panoramic views over the glittering alkaline waters of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of tranquillity, wildlife discovery, and ornithological richness. The unprecedented range of high-adventure sports, include mountain biking, canoeing, forest walks and treetop walkway, while cultural choices include tours of the neighbouring villages and traditional lunch (all at additional costs).
Grouped around a central ‘vanishing horizon' pool, this highly unusual lodge features a simple timbered reception area, built in traditional African style, which is accessed via a bridge over a small stream. Beyond reception, lies the central dining room, bar and veranda, below which lies the pool. Perched on the very edge of the cliffs, with stunning views over the lake is the pool bar and observation point. Dotted around the grounds, all with views over the lake, are a series of circular two-story ‘rondavels', which house the rooms.
Designed to reflect the brilliance of Lake Manyara's unique birdlife, the architectural motif melds swooping avian curves with the gentle concentric patterns of traditional Maasai ‘Bomas' , while the vibrantly coloured wall frescoes depict the colourful intricacy of bird migratory patterns.After breakfast there is a game drive in
Overnight at Serengeti Serena Lodge on a full board basis
Serengeti Serena Lodge
Set high on the saddle of a tree-clad ridge, commanding panoramic views across the Serengeti, this lodge is the ultimate fusion of traditional African architecture and world-class style. Centrally located adjacent to the famous Western Corridor and Grumeti River, the lodge has been designed to blend completely into the living landscape. A series of traditional domed ‘rondavels' are widely spaced throughout the grounds, which are cooled by groves of acacia trees and watered by sparkling streams. On the very edge of the ridge is a ‘vanishing horizon' pool, which looks out over the ‘endless plains' after which the Serengeti is named.
The lodge has been styled to offer a showcase of cultural performance, heritage and traditional art, which is best illustrated by the lavish Makonde carvings which decorate both the rooms and the stunning domed dining room.
As for wildlife, the Serengeti National Park offers not only all the members of ‘The Big Five' (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo), but also the annual ‘migration' of over one million wildebeest and their attendant cast of predators.
Morning and afternoon game drives in
Overnight at Serengeti Serena Lodge on a full board basis
After breakfast you depart for
Ngorongoro with a picnic lunch viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains,
stopping en route for a picnic lunch. Continue
to your lodge, set high on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater arriving for dinner
Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge on a full board basis
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the world, this unique lodge clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. Long and low, the lodge is built from local river stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater 600 metres below.
Hugging the contours of the jagged Crater rim, the lodge takes its inspiration from the so-called ‘Cradle of Mankind', the prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge, which lies close by. Linked by arched stone passages and timbered decks, its walls are decorated with stylised prehistoric cave paintings and lit by flaring torches. At the stone heart of the lodge burns a glowing fire, which is kept constantly alight. Decorated with cave paintings, the rooms are strung around the Crater rim. Each has its own rock- enclosed balcony, and all enjoy completely uninterrupted views of the volcanic amphitheatre far below.
Known as ‘The eighth wonder of the
world' the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's best-known wildlife arenas. A
UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a unique biosphere, which has remained
virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Deep within the Crater, enclosed by
towering walls, some 25,000 large mammals wander the plains, lakes and forests
of ‘The land that time forgot', dominated by enormous bull elephants, rhinos
and lions.
A highlight awaits you this morning as
you depart to explore what is commonly referred to as the World’s largest natural
wildlife arena. After breakfast, you descend with a picnic lunch through the
early morning mists and 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 is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forest,
swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes. A truly
unique wildlife experience. Return to
the lodge in the late afternoon.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge on a full board basis
Depart Ngorongoro Crater after breakfast, head
south east past Lake Manyara and
Mto wa Mbu Village. Through the highlands and the Karatu district,
you’ll view the scenic wheat plains and coffee plantations here before
journeying down the spectacular escarpment before turning on to the main Arusha
– Dodoma road towards Arusha. On arrival in Arusha you are dropped
off at the city centre for onward arrangements.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Accomodations
Policies
- Above rates are subject to availability.
- Cancellation charges as per company policy.
- The above rates are subject to change in case of travel during the festive season
- In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
- In case of Political Unrest, bad weather or sudden breakdown of the vessel we may shift guest to alternative govt ferry and no refund will be entertained during that situation.
- Our Executive may change your itinerary depending on the weather condition and ferry availability same will be update to you daily basis.
**Luggage
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 15kgs and 65x46 cm.
Excess luggage can be handed over to the representative at time of briefing for storage in Arusha. Additional costs of USD 45.00 NETT per booking will apply to handle excess luggage until your return to Arusha from the safari. This service can be pre-booked alternatively clients can pay for this directly on the ground.