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Ngorongoro Safari
An affordable and classic Tanzania
X driving safari encompassing
SAFARI three of the country’s key natural
wonders – Ngorongoro Crater,
Serengeti National Park and Tarangire National Park,
all with good quality lodges in prime locations. Ideal
for first timers or repeat visitors on account of its all
encompassing itinerary.
1 Zebra and wildebeest in the Ngorongoro Crater
2 Ngorongoro Crater
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YOUR
ITINER ARY
TOUR DURATION: 7 NIGHTS
h Arusha: 1 night
h Ngorongoro Crater: 2 nights
h Serengeti: 2 nights
h Tarangire: 2 nights
DAY 1 h On arrival, transfer to one
of Tanzania’s largest coffee
plantations and a stay at Arusha
Coffee Lodge in a Standard Room
for one night.
DAY 2 h After breakfast depart in
your 4x4 safari vehicle towards
the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro
Crater, stopping for lunch en
route. Arrive in the afternoon at
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge on the
rim of the crater in time to view
the magnificent sunset. The crater
is at high altitude and can be cold,
so be sure to pack a mixture of
warm and light clothing. Spend
two nights here in a Standard
Room (approx. 155 miles).
DAY 3 h Descend into the crater for
a half day game drive. Explore this
unique ecosystem which is home
to all the Big Five plus cheetahs,
hyenas and seasonally, the chance
to spot huge gatherings of
flamingos. In the afternoon enjoy
an enlightening guided walk to a
Maasai village.
DAY 4 h Drive to Olduvai Gorge,
the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ where
some of the earliest humanoid
remains were found, before
continuing to the Serengeti plains
for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon
game drive in Serengeti National
Park and two nights at the
Serengeti Sopa Lodge in a
Standard Room, affording
stunning views across the
savannah from its pool deck
(approx. 124 miles).
DAY 5 h A full day in the world
famous Serengeti with morning
and afternoon game drives in
search of resident big game.
DAY 6 h Depart for the Rift Valley
with a beautiful lunch stop at
Gibb’s Farm near Karatu en route
to Tarangire National Park.
Dominated by Baobab trees and
huge elephant herds this beautiful
park is a haven for wildlife. Stay
two nights at the Tarangire Sopa
Lodge in a Standard Room
(approx. 280 miles).
DAY 7 h Morning and afternoon
game drives exploring the stunning
riverine ecosystems of Tarangire,
home to plenty of big game,
birdlife and beautiful scenery.
DAY 8 h After breakfast return to
Arusha for lunch and your
onward journey.
YOUR CHOICE
OF EXTENSIONS
KENYA COAST FROM £650,
REF AT943
DAY 8 h Overnight at Arusha
Coffee Lodge (on a bed and
breakfast basis).
DAY 9 h Fly to Mombasa via
Nairobi for four or more nights at
the Serena Beach Hotel & Spa
(p51) in a Village Room.
DAY 13 h Depart for your
onward journey.
ZANZIBAR FROM £635, REF AT946
DAY 8 h Fly to Zanzibar for four
nights at Royal Zanzibar Beach
Resort (p89) in a Superior Room.
DAY 12 h Depart for your
onward journey.
guide price
from
£2379 per person
01 apr-30 may 2013
high season (19 aug-30 oct 2013)
from £2815
Guide price in £ per person based on 2
people sharing for 7 nights incl. meal plan
as detailed, economy flights on Kenya
Airways from London Heathrow and
group transfers. Ref AT940.
2
Samburu National Reserve
uk DEPARTURES
2013 h Jan 12, 26 h Feb 09, 23
h Mar 09, 23 h Apr 06
h May 18 h Jun 01
h Jul 06, 13, 27 h Aug 10, 24
h Sep 07, 21 h Oct 05, 19
h Nov 02 h Dec 14.
2014 h Jan 11, 25 h Feb 08, 22
h Mar 08, 22.
ESCORTED 4x4 safari
Ngorongoro Safari is escorted by
an English speaking driver/guide.
NEED TO KNOW
MEAL PLAN h Breakfast and dinner
in Arusha; breakfast, lunch and
dinner on safari. Breakfast and
dinner on the Mombasa extension;
all inclusive on the Zanzibar
extension.
ACCOMMODATION h On occasion
the itinerary may be in a different
order or use alternative lodges
according to conditions/availability.
TRAVEL TIPS h Use soft bags,
maximum 15kg.
MINIMUM NUMBERS h Minimum
numbers apply (see p204).
NB h Minimum age 7 years.
K uoni Exclusive
Ngorongoro Safari operates
exclusively for Kuoni customers in
vehicles with maximum 6 passengers,
all with a guaranteed window seat
and standing space through the
roof hatch when game viewing.
TAILOR MADE & UPGRADES
PRIVATE VEHICLE h Upgrade to a
private 4x4 vehicle for 2 for a
supplement of £375 per person
(ref AT939).
BALLOON SAFARI h Available on
request from £330 per person.
Lake Victoria
Maasai Mara
Serengeti N.P.
Ngorongoro Crater
Lake Eyasi
Lake Naivasha
TANZANIA
Aberdares N.P.
Amboseli N.P.
Mt. Kilimanjaro
Tarangire N.P.
Nairobi
Arusha
Mt. Kenya
Tsavo West
N.P.
KENYA
Tsavo East N.P.
Voi
Railway
Mombasa
IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION: The price we confirm at the time of booking is the price we guarantee. Prices vary depending on the date you wish to travel and the elements included in your package.
Please read p201-205 before you book your holiday. For further information and to tailor make your holiday, please call us or go to www.kuoni.co.uk for the best available price.