26 Days Tanzania Grand Tour

After your arrival at Dar es salaam International Airport, you will meet your guide waiting to transfer your accommodation where you may relax or you may experience a town tour and start discovering Tanzania. Dinner and overnight Four point by Sheraton-Dar es salaam

After breakfast safari to Ruaha National park will start. We will enjoy a hot lunch on arrival then will proceed in the early afternoon for our first bird watching experience along the Ruaha River before dark Dinner &overnight at Ikuka Camp

We arise early with the birds, and head before sunrise to catch them feeding and preparing for the day. We return for a late breakfast before resting and reviewing our photos, and again head out in the late afternoon before the sun sets. You can expect to see a variety of resident and migratory birds such as ashy starlings, yellow chested love birds ( both endemic species) along with the crested barbet, spur winged geese, kestrals, hornbills, turacos along with the local predatory birds of prey. Dinner &overnight at Ikuka Camp

We arise early with the birds, and head before sunrise to catch them feeding and preparing for the day. We return for a late breakfast before resting and reviewing our photos, and again head out in the late afternoon before the sun sets. You can expect to see a variety of resident and migratory birds such as ashy starlings, yellow chested love birds ( both endemic species) along with the crested barbet, spur winged geese, kestrals, hornbills, turacos along with the local predatory birds of prey. Dinner &overnight at Udzungwa falls lodge

After a leisurely breakfast, we leave Ruaha and drive east heading in the direction of the Udungwa Mountains, a small location that supports one of the highest diversity of primates and birds in all of Tanzania. En route we enjoy our lunch box, before reaching our destination in the late afternoon. Apart from the bird life, this mountainous park is also famous for its primates and waterfalls. Dinner &overnight at Udzungwa falls lodge

After breakfast, we break camp and head north east towards Saadan National Park, located on the coast 100km north of Dar es Salaam. We stop on the way to enjoy our lunch box before finally arriving in the late afternoon at our destination. Dinner &overnight Saadani Safari lodge

After breakfast, we set off for a full day drive in Saadan National Park, the only park in Tanzania that combines the eco-system of the aquatic marine environment of the Indian Ocean with the adjacent terrestrial systems. The combination of these two systems provides a unique opportunity to see mammals and birds together within the same drive. Also other mammals including predators can be observed without too much trouble. At the same time, Madette Beach is a breeding site for the green turtles while spectacular birds such as the cuckoo hawk, African skimmer, greater flamingo, lanner falcon and pels fishing owl are easily spotted. At the end of the day, relax and dine beside the Indian Ocean before overnighting. Dinner &overnight at Saadani Safari lodge

– After a leisurely breakfast, we stay in the coastal area and drive north to the Amani Nature Reserve, part of the East Usambara Mountains in the Tanga region. We enjoy our lunch box overlooking the Indian Ocean, before arriving at our destination in time for dinner. Dinner &overnight at Tanga Beach resort and Spa

After planning for a late breakfast, we set out for an early bird watching drive which encompasses the natural forest areas, higher and lower, where we expect to observe the different species of birds related to the nearby tea plantations and coffee farms as well as endemic birds found in the forest itself. We can be expected to see endemic birds such as the nduk fish owl, amani sunbird, banded green sunbird as well as the green headed oriole. We return to camp late in the morning for brunch, before resting and reviewing out photos and heading out in the early evening again for a further drive before dark. Dinner &overnight at Tanga Beach resort and Spa

After a leisurely breakfast and carrying our packed lunch, we leave the forest area of the Amani Reserve and set off for the drier grasslands of the Mkomazi National Park(home of black rhinos) close to the Kenyan border. We enjoy our lunch box on the way and arrive at our destination in the middle of the afternoon. Dinner &overnight at Babus Camp

– Before breakfast, we head out for an early morning “birding” drive arriving back at the camp for breakfast. Mkomazi is the habitat of the “Northern Dry Specials” such as the shelley’s starling, three streaked tchagra and the vulturine guinea fowl. Other grassland birds such as hornbills, secretary birds, kori bustards and ostrich are easily seen. We enjoy a hot lunch and rest in the camp, heading out before dark for another drive before returning for dinner. Dinner &overnight at Babus Camp

The small pond is surrounded by palm and fig trees with winding roots. In the morning, Blue Monkeys can often be observed in the trees, whilst the crystal clear, turquoise water invites you to a refreshing bath. Although they are called hot springs, the water in Kikuletwa is not truly ‘hot’ but refreshing, as the water source is fed by Kilimanjaro itself. enjoy a wonderful day in just the way you want, in the sun dozing, chatting with the locals at the small bar, or swimming ans get massage from fish - you determine the course of this day. At noon we will have a picnic lunch, and late evening go to Arusha town . Dinner and overnight at Four points by sheraton at Arusha

after breakfast, and head west with our packed lunch in the direction of Arusha National Park. We continue past Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, until we arrive at Arusha National Park in the late afternoon. Apart from its rich and diverse wildlife population, the park is also the starting point for the climb of Mt. Meru, one of the most popular ascents after Kilimanjaro. We arrive in time for a little bit of rest and recuperation before we enjoy our hot evening meal. Dinner &overnight at Hatari lodge

- After an early breakfast, we take our packed lunchbox and proceed through Arusha in the direction of Tarangire National Park. A strategic detour and stop over from the route offers us the possibility of interacting with some of the “plains birds” such as larks and cisticolas among many others on the Masaai Steppe, before finally arriving at Tarangire National Park. Cut into two parts by the Tarangire River, it has water all year around, and subsequently supports a large population of birds and animals. We enjoy our lunch box at Matete picnic site and proceed ahead with a late afternoon drive among the thousand years old baobab trees and numerous elephants and other wildlife and birds. Dinner & overnight at lake manyara serena lodge

After breakfast, we leave early, carrying our picnic lunch, and head for Lake Manyara , a pristine soda lake within the confines of the Rift Valley. The lake, together with the surrounding environs form Lake Manyara National Park. The area is privileged to have multiple habitats including the soda lake, ground water forest, alluvial plains, marshland and swamps, all together providing a diverse habitat for over 400 bird species and animals, all in relative close proximity. We lunch at the ‘hot water’ picnic site and then proceed with our “birding drive” along a lake shore tinged pink with flamingos and other aquatic birds. In the “hippo pool” pelicans and cormorants can be found swimming amongst wallowing hippos while a profusion of colourful birds such as sunbirds, starlings, bee-eaters and rollers inhabit the ground water forest. Ornithologists have recorded sightings of over 100 different bird species in one day. Dinner and overnight at Retreat at Ngorongoro

- After breakfast we will descend On the bare grounds or sand tracks in the Ngorongor Crater you can see nests of Ostiches, Kori bustards, Secretary birds, Grey crowned Cranes, the ground nestling Northern Anteater Chat, Rufous-napped Lark, Capped Whater, Fischer's Sparrow lark, Red capped Lark and the Grassland Pipit. The tree nestling birds of the Ngorongoro Crater are the Superb Starling, Rufous Tailed Weaver and the African White backed Vulture. The Ngorongoro Crater is also inhabited by birds of prey such as: the Augur buzzard and the Long-crested eagle. The soda lakes of Ngorongoro are the breeding grounds of thousands of flamingoes and other water birds such as ducks, waders and herons After lunch we will go to Serengeti for evening game drive and overnight Dinner &overnight at Serengeti Serena Safari lodge

After a breakfast we will observe observe the changing habitats from grassland to woodland, as well as the changing animals and birds. Serengeti National Park is the most famous park in Tanzania which is known all over the world. It is renowned for its boundless lowlands with great wildlife diversity including the migration of the wildebeests, the pride of lions, and the other raiders, such as hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, jackals, and crocodiles. Dinner &overnight at Serengeti serena safari lodge

After breakfast we will enjoy full game drive at Serengeti National National Park is the most famous park in Tanzania which is known all over the world. It is renowned for its boundless lowlands with great wildlife diversity including the migration of the wildebeests, the pride of lions, and the other raiders, such as hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, jackals, and crocodiles. Dinner&overnight at Serengeti serena safari lodge

After breakfast, we drive via the western corridor of the Serengeti heading in the direction of Lake Victoria, the second largest fresh water lake in the world. You will enjoy a packed lunch under the acacia trees on route, before exiting the park, finally arriving at Mwanza on the shore of Lake Victoria in the late afternoon. . Dinner and overnight Malaika Beach resort

-Leaving our overnight lodging, we proceed along the shore of Lake Victoria, stopping for lunch on the way, arriving in Kasenda, before transiting by boat to Rubondo Island. We can now notice the different aquatic bird species with lake shore birds and bottom feeders much in evidence. A short drive across the island through Rubondo National Park will take us to our final destination. Dinner &overnight at Rubondo Island Camp

After breakfast, a morning game drive across “ Rubondo National Park”, is rewarded by the close up presence of animals such as elephant, giraffe, antelopes and the beautiful black and white colobus monkeys. Chimpanzees are also often seen. The majority of the day is however spent at the lake shore where a large percentage of the prolific bird population such as African fish eagles and other raptors hunting tilapia can be easily spotted amongst the resident aquatic birds. We return to the camp for lunch, and after a small rest we continue our drive in the late afternoon before returning for dinner. Dinner &overnight at Rubondo Island Camp

–After breakfast, we leave accompanied by a park ranger to visit the “Chimp Habituation Program” where we can observe our closest surviving relatives, living in their natural environment. Terrestrial birds are in evidence in the forest environment. We return to the rest house for a hot lunch and the afternoon is free for you to choose and enjoy the lake shore activities or just simply relax and reflect on the tranquility and uniqueness of your surroundings. Dinner &overnight at Rubondo Island Camp

Another day to enjoy this special location. We set out early morning for a fishing safari on the lake. You will have the opportunity to catch the famous “Nile Perch”, one of the biggest game fish in Africa while at the same time watching the interaction of the fish eagles and other birds within the lake. After a morning on the water, we return to our camp for lunch and then the afternoon is free for relaxation. We all meet up again for dinner, where our fish is cooked and enjoy a cocktail party with our colleagues and friends made during our adventure. Dinner &overnight at Rubondo Island Camp

After breakafst we will to Saanane National Park (Smallest National Park in Tanzania ) Dinner & overnight at Malaika Beach resort

All good things must come to an end. After breakfast, you will decide to visit mwanza city or at your hotel till evening. Dinner & overnight at Malaika Beach resort

– After a leisurely breakfast and a quiet morning we depart at mid-day for the drive to Mwanza Airport to catch our domestic flight back to Kilimanjaro airport for connection to our international flight home or continue with Zanzibar vacation.