Smithsonian Journeys 2017

Cranes, wildebeest, and flamingos, Ngorongoro Crater
Tanzania Safari
The Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar
LAND
15 days from $8,297
Includes airfare, taxes & all fees
July 21–Aug. 4, Sept. 26–Oct. 10,
Oct. 24–Nov. 7, 2018
Journey from the depths of Ngorongoro Crater and the
vast plains of the Serengeti to exotic Zanzibar. You’ll
discover the breadth of Tanzania’s riches, including
abundant wildlife, varied cultures, and valued traditions.
Highlights Include
Ngorongoro Crater: Descend to the floor of the
crater, a World Heritage site that represents Africa in a
microcosm: grasslands, swamps, lakes, forests, and some
25,000 mammals, including elephant, black rhinoceros,
lion, hippo, and zebra. Plus, visit a local Maasai village to
learn about their traditional lifestyle.
Serengeti National Park: Take exciting game drives in
search of Africa’s “Big Five,” plus wildebeest, zebra, and
Thomson’s gazelle.
Arusha and Tarangire National Parks: Venture out
in search of leopard, zebra, giraffe, and elephants in these
two spectacular parks.
Zanzibar: Learn about Zanzibar’s reputation as the
“Spice Island” and discover Stone Town, an ancient town
that is Tanzania’s capital and a World Heritage site.
Limited to 18 Smithsonian Journeys guests.
Smithsonian Journeys Experts
David Clapp (July/Oct.)–highly respected naturalist
with expertise in biodiversity and conservation.
Don Wilson (Sept.)–senior scientist and curator
emeritus of mammals at Smithsonian’s Natural History
Museum.
Ait ben-Haddou
Splendors of Morocco
From Imperial Cities to the Sahara
LAND
14 days from $5,679
Includes airfare, taxes & all fees
Feb. 16–March 1, March 30–April 12, April 20–
May 3, Sept. 21–Oct. 4, Nov. 23–Dec. 6, 2018
Morocco is a land of dramatic contrasts—vast deserts and
snowcapped mountains, ancient ruins and sacred mosques,
and imposing fortresses and spirited markets. Here, one
can see the influence of Phoenicians, Romans, Berbers,
Jews, Arabs, and the Portuguese and French.
Highlights Include
Ancient Imperial Capitals and World Heritage Sites:
Journey to fabled Fez, Meknes, and Marrakech, as well
as uninhabited Ait ben-Haddou and Volubilis. Tour
Casablanca with its magnificent Hassan II Mosque, and
explore Rabat, an ancient imperial city and Morocco’s
present-day capital.
High Atlas Mountains: Follow the “Route of a Thousand
Kasbahs,” a traditional caravan route, and experience the
spectacular Todra Gorge.
Sahara Desert: Watch the sun set on endless sand dunes
from atop a camel and stay at a kasbah-style hotel at the
edge of the Sahara.
Cultural Experiences: Meet with a family in Fez and
with a local imam who discusses the Muslim faith. Enjoy
dinner at a family-run riad, watch artisans make pottery,
and attend a concert of enchanting Arabic music.
Limited to 24 Smithsonian Journeys guests.
Smithsonian Journeys Experts
Allen Fromherz (Feb.)–historian with expertise in
Mediterranean and medieval Islamic studies. William
Lawrence (March/April)–expert in international
affairs specializing in the Middle East, Mediterranean,
and North Africa. Wayne Ranney (Sept.)–geologist
and naturalist. Chloé Capel (Nov.)–field archaeologist.
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