Road to Zanzibar - Overland Trip

Itineraries

We depart early for Lake Nakuru, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is renowned for large concentrations of flamingos and is also a sanctuary for the endangered black and white rhinos. (LD).

After a morning game drive we head to the Masai Mara. This reserve has one of the highest densities of wildlife to be found on the continent, and our chance of spotting lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant and buffalo are excellent. Game drive on arrival. (BLD)

Full day of game drives through this amazing reserve. (BLD)

After a morning game drive, we leave the Masai Mara behind and cross into Tanzania, heading for the shores of Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest lake. (BLD)

Drive to the Serengeti. The Serengeti is unequalled for its natural beauty and contains more than 3 million large mammals all spread over the vast endless plains. On arrival we take a game drive. (BLD)

Full day of game drives. (BLD)

After an early morning game drive we depart for the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival we descend to the crater floor, where we hope to see some, if not all, of the Big Five. (BLD)

A morning excursion on the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the natural wonders of the world. A large extinct volcano, with an area of 259 sq. km, it is a self contained park with a huge variety of game and birdlife. Game viewing here is superb. This afternoon we drive to the village of Nainokanoka where we meet our Masai guides. We will then hike up to Olmoti Crater where we explore the crater rim on foot, hoping to see some of the several species of antelope that live here. (BLD)

After a relaxing morning we drive to Lake Manyara National Park, where we take a game drive on arrival. (BLD)

This morning we take a game drive through the national park. One of Tanzania’s most diverse parks, the combination of lakes, woodlands and mountains make for excellent game viewing. We then drive to Moshi at the base of Mt Kilimanjaro, to spend the night. (BLD)

We spend today walking through superb forest on the slopes of of Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. We visit Maundi Crater before descending back to Moshi for the night. (BLD)

We drive to the little visited reserve of Mkomazi, bordering on Kenya’s mighty Tsavo West National Park. At certain times of year huge migratory herds of elephant roam through the park. Travel to Lushoto in the Usumbara Mountains to spend the night. (BLD)

A free day to enjoy the wealth of activities that are available here. The Usumbara Mountains form a biologically distinct area and are part of the Eastern Arc Mountains, where flora and fauna has been isolated from other pockets of rainforest and developed uniquely. We have the chance to take hikes in the forest, visit local villages and spot some of the unusual animal and birdlife that lives here. (BD)

Travel to the bustling port city of Dar es Salaam, where you have time to explore. (BL)

We take the ferry to the exotic island of Zanzibar, known for its trade in spices, and in previous days slaves. Our hotel is situated in the atmospheric and historic centre of Stone Town. (B)

We have a free morning to explore the winding streets of Stone Town, and perhaps enjoy a little souvenir shopping. In the afternoon we transfer to our hotel on the north coast of Zanzibar. (B)

Two full free days to enjoy Zanzibar’s gorgeous beaches. There are many options on offer here, from dolphin cruises to snorkelling and diving. Alternatively just relax and wind down after an active trip. (B)

We depart for the ferry back to Dar es Salaam where the tour ends on arrival. (B)