Tanzania Odyssey
- Duration
- 7 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,489
FIRST-CLASS | SMALL GROUP: Explore the most famous game parks of Tanzania on this exclusive small group journey. Search for elephants, lions, and migrating wildebeest on intimate game drives in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara and rest in premium game lodges each night.
The name ‘Serengeti’ has become shorthand for the ultimate safari adventure! But majestic Tanzania offers much more.
This 7-day round trip from Arusha takes you to Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro, before offering you 3 days to explore the ‘endless plains’ of the world’s most famous National Park.
Ernest Hemmingway called Lake Manyara the ‘loveliest lake in Africa’ (sorry Victoria!). The surrounding area is famed for its baboons, and is an excellent spot to see hippos, giraffes, elephants and tree climbing lions. An afternoon game drive lets you enjoy these creatures at their most active.
The world’s largest open, inactive volcanic crater, Ngorongoro is one of Africa’s finest wildlife conservation areas and home to over 25,000 large animals including lions, zebra wildebeest and gazelles. It is also one of your best opportunities to see black rhinos, the rarest of the Big 5.
Serengeti National Park is the crown jewel of Tanzania, known for its annual migration of wildebeest and zebra. Other animals include the Big 5 (more then 3,000 lions and 1,000 leopards call the Serengeti home), cheetahs, hyenas, baboons, African wild dogs and giraffes. Bird watchers should also keep their eyes peeled for over 500 species that inhabit the plains.
This itinerary spends an extra two nights in a mobile tented camp in the Serengeti.
- Duration
- 7 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,489
Itinerary View Trip Map View Trip Special
Arrive Arusha
Upon arrival into Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be met by Goway's local representative and transferred to your accommodation. The rest of the day is at leisure.
| Duration | 1 Night |
|---|---|
| Accommodation |
Arusha Serena Hotel |
| Location | View map |
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Arusha Serena Hotel
The lodge overlooks Lake Duluti, which you can walk around and has beautiful gardens for you to stroll in. In the distance you can see the tallest mountain in Africa on a clear day, Mount Kilimanjaro.
The lodge overlooks Lake Duluti, which you can walk around and has beautiful gardens for you to stroll in. In the distance you can see the tallest mountain in Africa on a clear day, Mount Kilimanjaro.
Facilities
- Bellman/Porters
- Bicycles
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Express Check In/Out
- Games Room
- Gift Shop
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Library
- Massage Treatments
- Medical Services
- Restaurant(s)
Photo gallery
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Arusha to Lake Manyara
After breakfast you will be driven to Lake Manyara National Park, one of the Rift Valley's numerous alkaline lakes, which apart from its abundant bird life, is renowned for its large elephant and buffalo population, tree climbing lions and flamingos. You will arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. Later this afternoon, you will embark on your first game drive in search of the parks wildlife.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Night |
| Accommodation |
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge |
| Location | View map |
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Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Standing high on the bluff of a dramatic ochre and terracotta streaked cliff above the flamingo-frosted expanse of Lake Manyara's gleaming alkaline waters, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor of the Great Rift Valley. The circular, closely-thatched rooms has …
Standing high on the bluff of a dramatic ochre and terracotta streaked cliff above the flamingo-frosted expanse of Lake Manyara's gleaming alkaline waters, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor of the Great Rift Valley.
The circular, closely-thatched rooms has a private veranda and breathtaking views of the shimmering reaches of the flamingo-frosted Lake.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Express Check In/Out
- Games Room
- Gift Shop
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Internet Access
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Library
- Lounge(s)
- Massage Treatments
- Medical Services
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
Photo gallery
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Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro
Your day starts with a drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact caldera in the world. Its enduring charm stems from its overwhelming beauty and the abundance of wildlife permanently resident on the crater floor. Enjoy lunch at your lodge and the rest of the afternoon is at leisure
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge |
| Location | View map |
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Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Tanzanias prehistoric Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, has yawned heavenward for millennia. Nestled high above the plains into the Craters jagged rim, cloaked in river stone and indigenous vines, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is barely …
Tanzanias prehistoric Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, has yawned heavenward for millennia. Nestled high above the plains into the Craters jagged rim, cloaked in river stone and indigenous vines, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is barely visible to the naked eye. Framed by arched stone passages and timbered decks, its torch-lit walls are adorned with stylized cave paintings. At the stone heart of the lodge burns a glowing fire, which is kept constantly alight. Rooms are looped around the Crater rim. Each has its own rock-enclosed balcony, and all enjoy completely uninterrupted views of the volcanic amphitheater far below. Our Ngorongoro hotel lodge is a place that feels as ancient as the Crater itself, yet no modern comfort has been spared in an effort to bring you the best safari adventure in Africa and one of the most unique travel experiences in the world.
Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Currency Exchange
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Express Check In/Out
- Games Room
- Gift Shop
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Internet Access
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Library
- Massage Treatments
- Medical Services
- Restaurant(s)
Photo gallery
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Ngorongoro Crater
This morning you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact crater, in a 4x4 vehicle. This natural amphitheater is home to a vast concentration of animals and is the best place to see the black rhino. You will enjoy a half day of game viewing in the crater. Return to the lodge for lunch and dinner.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive to the Serengeti National Park, undoubtedly the most famous wildlife sanctuary in the world, unequalled for its natural beauty and the greatest concentration of plains game anywhere. En route visit the Olduvai Gorge, the site of archeological findings by Mary Leaky and where traces of pre-historic man dating back to 3.5 million years ago have been discovered. Arrive at your lodge for lunch and thereafter head out on an afternoon game drive before returning for dinner.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge |
| Location | View map |
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Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Set high on the saddle of tree-clad ridge commanding panoramic views over the endlessly rolling reaches and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti, the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge is the ultimate fusion of traditional African architecture and world-class style. Centrally located adjacent to the famous Western …
Set high on the saddle of tree-clad ridge commanding panoramic views over the endlessly rolling reaches and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti, the Serengeti Serena Safari 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. Each charmingly presented room is accommodated in a two-storey (one up, one down) stone-built, traditionally-thatched 'Rondavel'. The 'Rondavels' are widely spaced throughout the grounds, which are cooled by groves of acacia trees and watered by sparkling streams.
Facilities
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Express Check In/Out
- Games Room
- Gift Shop
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Internet Access
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Library
- Massage Treatments
- Restaurant(s)
Photo gallery
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Serengeti National Park
Today you spend the morning and afternoon exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti, observing animal and bird life in their natural habitat.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Arusha and Depart
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the local airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to Cultural Heritage for lunch (for guests flying to Zanzibar, lunch boxes will be provided), after which, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport in time for your onward departure flight.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Lunch |
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Other Information
Departures and Pricing*:
DEPARTURE DATES | US $ | CA $ |
| 2024: 17 May – Sold Out | $3,489 | $4,599 |
| 2024: 14 Jun | $4,699 | $6,199 |
| 2024: 19 Jul, 9 Aug, 20 Sep, 18 Oct– Sold Out | $4,729 | $6,239 |
| 2024: 22 Nov | $3,829 | $5,049 |
* A 9 Day version of this trip is available. Please inquire for details.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Shared arrival and departure airport transfers
- 1 night first-class accommodation in Arusha
- 1 night first-class accommodations at Lake Manyara
- 2 nights first-class accommodation in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- 2 nights first-class accommodations in Serengeti National Park
- Transportation on safari in a 4x4 vehicle with guaranteed window seat
- Services of a qualified English-speaking driver/guide
- Shared afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park
- Shared half day crater tour
- Visit to Olduvai Gorge
- 2 shared morning game drives in Serengeti National Park
- 2 shared afternoon game drives in Serengeti National Park
- All park entrance and conservancy fees
- 1-Litre bottle of mineral water per person per day while on safari (days 2-6)
- Scheduled flight from Serengeti to Arusha
- 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees if applicable
OTHER INFORMATION
Four or more passengers travelling together can depart on any day on a private basis at no extra cost.
Maximum baggage allowance is 15kg in soft bags only.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
11 Nov 2023
