Cost per person is $16,349
Single supplement is $4,500
This trip has it all! In just eleven days you can spend time in Lake Manyara National Park viewing flamingoes, experience the majesty of the N'Gorongoro Crater, explore the famed Serengeti and end with a few days on the famed island of Zanzibar. We will see Africa as David Livingstone first experienced Africa!
This trip is certain to exceed your expectations! After gathering in Arusha in the shadow of Mt Kilimanjaro we immediately depart for Lake Manyara National Park where we can view lions, elephants, possibly leopards and of course see amazing flocks of flamingoes. We then move on to the famed N'Gorongoro Crater where we can see the "Big Five" as this massive volcanic crater houses elephants, rhinos, lions, leopards and Cape buffalo. We then head for a mobile tented camp in the Serengeti so that we can witness the Great Migration.
We end our adventure with four days on the famed island of Zanzibar, a relaxing end to a busy trip, but Zanzibar is also home to the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkeys, so our wildlife experiences have not ended!
Group size is limited to 10 individuals.
In keeping with the principles of responsible ecotourism:
We will make a donation to the conservation work of the Jane Goodall Institute.
We will employ local people.
We will use locally owned and operated lodges and outfitters.
We will use local goods and services.
This is an ecotour that will make a difference to you and to the places we visit.
Upcoming Dates
Saturday, July 18, 2026 to Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Availability — Trip OPEN to enrollment
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Arusha, Tanzania
We are met on arrival at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred through the bustling city of Arusha to our luxurious lodge for the night, the amazing Arusha Coffee Garden Lodge. Meet your fellow travelers and enjoy a Welcome Dinner at the lodge this evening.
Overnight at Arusha Coffee Garden Lodge (D)
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
This morning we head to Lake Manyara National Park well known for the great Rift Valley Escarpment, Sausage trees, the tree-climbing Lions, the large flocks of pink flamingos which fill the alkaline lake, as well as a magical hot spring which makes the Park quite outstanding. We will enjoy delicious packed lunches in the Park, before continuing to The Manor at N'Gorongoro.
Overnight at The Manor at N'Gorongoro (B,L,D)
Day 3: N'Gorongoro Crater National Park
This morning we will descend down to the N'gorongoro Crater Floor for game drive, enjoy the spectacular landscape's of the N'gorongoro Crater, viewing the dense wildlife populations including the Big 5, observing N'gorongoro's abundant flamingoes and so much more. We enjoy lunch in the Crater and return to relax at The Manor by the pool with a drink, followed by dinner and overnight stay at The Manor at N'gorongoro
Overnight at The Manor at N'Gorongoro (B,L,D)
Day 4: N'Gorongoro Conservation Area
Today is our chance to have a relaxed morning, enjoying the gorgeous Lodge with lunch, followed by an afternoon Horse-riding activity through the stunning coffee plantations. Alternatively we may visit the famed Olduvai Gorge where so many discoveries where made of our origins!
Overnight at The Manor at N'Gorongoro (B,L,D)
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
This morning after breakfast we will be transferred to Manyara Airstrip, for our scheduled flight to the Grumeti Airstrip in the heart of the Serengeti. Upon arrival you will be met by the Laba Migration Camp guides followed by a short drive with lunch en route to our mobile tented Camp. After lunch you will go for an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti National Park, to witness the Great Migration, followed by dinner and overnight stay at Laba Migration Camp
Overnight at Laba Migration Camp (B,L,D)
Day 6: Serengeti National Park
We enjoy the next two days on full-day game drives exploring the vast magical Serengeti National Park. This historical Park has "World Class" game viewing, with endless rolling fields, majestic beasts and stunning Sunsets.
Overnight at Laba Migration Camp (B,L,D)
Day 7: Serengeti National Park
Another full day to explore the Serengeti, we can go in search of any species not yet encountered, perhaps search for the elusive Serval cat, or leopards, or maybe African wild dogs. We end our adventures in the Serengeti with sunset cocktails overlooking the plains.
Overnight at Laba Migration Camp (B,L,D)
Day 8: Serengeti to Zanzibar
After breakfast, we are transferred back to Grumeti Airstrip for our flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival we will be met and transfer to the Elewana Kilindi Resort Zanzibar, a luxury resort right on the waters of the Indian Ocean.
Kilindi Zanzibar, comprising of a series of white-domed Pavilion guest rooms all set in 50 acres of lush tropical gardens, is a rarity in the world of luxury boutique hotels. Originally designed for Benny Andersson - one of the members of the 1970's pop group ABBA - Kilindi is a true blend of the very best of diverse cultures to be found in Tanzania and on its adjacent island of Zanzibar.
Kilindi achieves the perfect marriage between Scandinavian minimalism and the dramatic architectural overtones of Middle Eastern heritage, whilst encouraging an open, 'back-to-nature' ambiance throughout. We should arrive in plenty of time to enjoy the sunset, followed by dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar (B,L,D)
Day 9: Zanzibar
This morning we take the opportunity to explore the island of Zanzibar a little and plan to visit the Jozani Forest to see the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkeys.
Late this afternoon we simply relax at our luxury resort, perhaps indulge in a massage.
Overnight at Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar (B,L,D)
Day 10: Zanzibar and Stone Town
Today we shift location and move to the beating heart of Zanzibar, the bustling city of Stone Town, birthplace to Freddie Mercury of the rock group Queen. We take a tour of Stone Town, including the old Slave Market, a sobering visit for sure.
Tonight we enjoy our Farewell Dinner at the Serena Zanzibar Hotel, looking out on the waters of the Indian Ocean, and reflect on our incredible adventures this past twelve days!
Overnight at Serena Zanzibar Hotel (B,L,D)
Day 11: Zanzibar to home
This morning we pack and transfer to the Zanzibar airport at an appropriate time for your International flights headed home.
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Travel Information
Thanks for choosing Tanzania with Terra Incognita Ecotours, Inc. It is our pleasure to help you plan for your upcoming ecotour. To ensure that your travel arrangements are made to your satisfaction, please take a few minutes to read through this information.
What you need to have with you on your trip:
Passport: If you are a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you will need a passport, valid for six months from the date of completion of your trip.
It is always a good idea to make a photocopy of your airline tickets and of the pages of your passport that have the number, your photograph and other pertinent information. Keep the copies separate from the originals.
Visas: Please consult the Tanzania consulate or embassy nearest you for visa requirements to enter Tanzania. If a visa is required, you are responsible for obtaining it, and please note for most nationalities a visa can be obtained on arrival.
Documents for children under the age of 18, not traveling with both parents: The U.S. government is increasingly requiring that minors under 18 years of age traveling alone, with grandparents, or with one parent/legal guardian only, carry a notarized document signed by both parents or by the parent/legal guardian not traveling with the child. We suggest you obtain such a document (noting the age of the child, relationship to traveling adult(s), dates of travel, and destination) to avoid potential problems. For example, in the case of divorce, the parent with legal custody must sign the permit, and the accompanying adult must carry proof of this fact. In addition, if the child’s surname differs from that of either parent, you may want to carry the child’s birth certificate.
Please note: You must be over 15 years of age to obtain a Chimpanzee viewing permit.
Emergency Contact number while on your ecotour:
Call COLLECT (813) 289-1049
Security: There are currently no security problems in Tanzania. Please feel free to check with the US State Department for any updates or change in conditions.
Practical Information
Currency: Rates effective February 2024. The currency of Tanzania is the Shilling (TZS) and 1 USD = 2,544 TZS.
Major credit cards are generally accepted at hotels, some restaurants and larger stores. U.S. dollars are of course widely accepted in Tanzania, so we suggest you carry U.S. currency in small denominations for smaller purchases such as refreshments or other miscellaneous expenses.
Health: All information we obtain regarding health precautions is received from the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta at 404.332.4559 or www.cdc.gov.
Please note that Terra Incognita Ecotours, Inc., as a travel company, is in no way authorized to prescribe any inoculations or medications. We recommend that you consult your personal physician or a travel clinic specialist for medical advice, showing him or her the brochure that indicates the places you will be visiting. Your physician is most familiar with your personal medical history and is best qualified to determine your particular needs. It is always advisable to have physical and dental check-ups before you leave.
At the present time, several immunizations are recommended/required for this ecotour, (e..g., Yellow Fever) and the CDC recommends that the normal "childhood" vaccines should also be up to date: Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR Vaccine), Diphtheria, Tetanus, Perturssia (DTP Vaccine) and Polio vaccine.
Swimming and snorkeling: There are several opportunities to swim during the ecotour, at some of the lodges and in Lake Tanganyika in Gombe.
Time Difference: Tanzania is seven hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time, but during Daylight Savings Time (March - November) the time difference can be reduced by one hour.
Weather: Tanzania is located close to the Equator, daytime temperatures can reach 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, but, at some of the locations due to the higher altitudes (3,000 to 5,000 feet) you will be visiting, the mornings and evenings are cooler and nights can feel a little cooler. Please remember that the sun’s rays are more vertical than you may be used to, so you can sunburn more easily, and the additional altitude makes the sun’s rays even stronger. Be very careful of the midday sun.
Overall Tanzania has a generally comfortable, tropical climate year-round, although there are significant regional variations. Along the warmer and humid coast, the climate is determined in large part by the monsoon winds, which bring rains in two major periods. During the masika (long rains), from mid-March to May, it rains heavily almost every day, although seldom for the whole day, and the air can get unpleasantly sticky. The lighter mvuli (short rains) fall during November, December and sometimes into January.