9 Days Safari in Tanzania

Overview

9 days safari  is the fantastic  way to experience all northern zone Tanzania  wildlife park for a long  period of time. A visit to Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Geogre and Serengeti National Park offers the great wildlife viewing experience for these 9 days. In this parks we expect to see a lot of different landscapes and wildlife.

ITINERARIES

Day 1: Arrive in Kilimanjaro.

Arrive in Kilimanjaro; meet Habari adventure representatives then, transfer to the hotel in Moshi, the city of northern Tanzania, nestled at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro. The rest of the day is yours to rest, relax and get ready for the extraordinary adventure that lies ahead.

Overnight: Moshi
Meals: Dinner

 Day 2: Arusha national park – Arusha (game drive and walking tour

Your safari will begin by 7:30 am in the morning with a pick up from your hotel in Moshi.  By 9:00am you will arrive at Arusha national p[ark gate for registration and other paper documentation.  After finishing the registration process on the gate, accompanied by a guide, you will start your 2 hour walk to amazing waterfall through the habitat of wild animals, such as buffalos, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and monkeys. After having rest near the waterfall, you will come back to the car and continue game-drive around the territory of national park. After having lunch in a special area, you will continue game-drive and later in the evening will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha.

Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3 – Tarangire National Park

This morning travel to the vast Tarangire National Park, known for its huge herds of elephants and giraffe as well as a remarkable variety of over 500 bird species. The Tarangire River and its tributaries provide the only permanent water supply on Maasai land during the dry season, thus supporting a great diversity of wildlife – up to 6,000 elephants, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard and cheetah. The afternoon game drive is sure to inspire – be sure to capture photos of the park’s gigantic Baobab trees silhouetted against the sky!

Overnight: Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 – Tarangire Game Drives

The thrilling sounds of the animals and birds in the bush awaken you. Enjoy an early morning and afternoon game drive in beautiful Tarangire National Park. Time for personal pursuits before tonight’s delightful dinner

Overnight: Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5 – Lake Manyara National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, world-famous for its nimble blue monkeys and elephants. More than 400 species live here, along with an abundance of bird life that makes it a haven for bird watchers. The afternoon is at leisure to rest and enjoy the amenities of the lodge. This evening, a sumptuous dinner awaits with your fellow travelers

Overnight: Lake Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6 – Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for the fabled Serengeti National Park. Unequaled in its natural beauty and undoubtedly the most famous wildlife sanctuary in the world, the vast plains of the Serengeti host Africa’s highest concentration of game. Standing majestically in this vast savannah, outcrops of granite called kopjes provide a habitat for many creatures because of the thriving vegetation, caves and flowing rivers. The spectacular Simba Kopje was used as inspiration for some of the scenes in the movie The Lion King. The first game drive explores the lush Seronera Valley, renowned for its lion and leopard populations, as well as a variety of other wildlife. At dusk, return to the campsite, sip a glass of wine by a warming campfire and share tales of today’s remarkable experiences

Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7 – Serengeti Game Drives

Rise before dawn to prepare yourself for the optional Sunrise Balloon Safari — a truly memorable experience! Take off in a hot air balloon as the sun rises. Float softly over the tranquil landscape viewing wild game roaming the vast plains. A sumptuous champagne breakfast awaits you at the end of the journey. Continue game viewing as you drive leisurely back to camp. Then, an exciting exploration of Moru Kopjes (weather permitting), the jewel in the Serengeti’s crown, an area of stunning beauty and excellent game viewing all year round. This unique landscape is characterized by rocky cliffs (kopjes) along with boulders and caves that act as canvases for ancient Maasai paintings. At the lodge tonight, enjoy a magnificent dinner and great conversation.

Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8- Serengeti Game Drives

The early morning game drive takes you again into the protected Serengeti refuge. The breathtaking savannahs are a stunning backdrop to a diverse and abundant wildlife population throughout the entire year. On your return to the camp, a leisurely lunch and time to relax before setting out on the afternoon game drive. After dinner tonight, listen to the sounds of the wilderness and gaze at the changing colors of the African skies.

Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 – Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Olduvai Gorge Museum

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the Serengeti plains and continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping route to visit the remarkable Olduvai Gorge Museum with its displays of fossils that provide significant evidence of our ancestors almost four million years ago. Tonight at the lodge, dinner together accented by a gorgeous African sunset.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10- Ngorongoro Game Drive

Explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Africa’s “Garden of Eden”. Descend almost 2,000 feet to the floor of the crater, one of the largest calderas in the world, containing diverse ecosystems and an astounding concentration of birds and animals. You’ll surely be awed by the profusion and beauty of wildlife in this natural enclosure! View herds of elephants slowly wandering along the trails as lions wait for their prey and guard their prides. You may spot gazelles, zebra and perhaps even the endangered rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this astonishing setting before you ascend to the crater rim and travel to Arusha. Time to relax before tonight’s delightful dinner. Bid a fond farewell to your Tour Manager and newfound friends as you share memories of your magnificent adventure in Tanzania with Habari Adventure.

Overnight: Moshi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11 – Depart Tanzania

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Passengers with evening flights will have a day-use hotel room and be transferred to the airport later in the evening.

PRICING.

 Included in the price

• All park and entrance fees
• Ngorongoro crater car supplement
• Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Accommodation
• All fees
• Current government taxes and levies
• Bottled water in safari vehicle
• Professional English-speaking guide/ driver during safari
• Transport with 4 x 4 vehicles (TOYOTA LAND CRUISER) with viewing roofs
• All camping equipment.
• 24-hrs support during safari from our office in Moshi

Excluded

• Flights
• Entry visa to Tanzania
• Travel & health insurance
• Meals, drinks and excursions not described in the itinerary
• Any other items of a personal nature, laundry, telephone and postage.
• Item of personal nature
• Guide / driver /cook tips (We suggest for the guide $ 20-30 per day per group and for the cook $ 15 to $ 20 per day per group)