Arusha - Tarangire - Lake Natron - Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

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Tanzania, more than a safari, without flights
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8 Days / 7 Nights

Circuit details

- Airport / hotel / airport transfers.

- Transportation in a 4X4 vehicle during the safari, with a Spanish-speaking driver-guide. (Maximum 6 passengers per vehicle) - 1 night in Arusha, with breakfast. - 1 night in Tarangire National Park, full board. - 2 nights at Lake Natron, full board (drinks not included). - 2 nights in Serengeti National Park, full board (drinks not included). - 1 night in Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area, full board (drinks not included). - Entrance fees to the parks detailed in the itinerary. - Bottled water in the vehicle during the safari. - Coffee and tea at stops during the safari. - Plus travel assistance insurance.

- Flights.

- Visa.

- Gratuities.

- Optional insurance.

- Drinks during lunch and dinner.

- Emergency and evacuation services (“flying doctors”) during the safari.

- In general, any extra service not specified in the previous section, such as special meals, personal expenses, or anything else not specified as included.

- MANAGEMENT FEES - From the moment the booking is made €30 / booking

- FLIGHTS: 100% penalty from the moment the airline tickets are issued. Date and name changes not permitted.

- SAFARI AND OTHER LAND SERVICES:

Cancellations received between 60 and 46 days prior to the start date of services will incur a penalty of 25% of the total cost of services.

Cancellations received between 45 and 31 days prior to the start date of services will incur a penalty of 50% of the total cost of services.

Cancellations received between 30 and 15 days prior to the start date of services will incur a penalty of 75% of the total cost of services.

Cancellations received within 14 days prior to the start of services will incur a penalty of the total cost of services.

-Guaranteed departures from 2 passengers, arriving in Arusha on Tuesdays.

-Free time: During free time, clients will not have access to transportation or a local guide.

-Possible route change: Our representative in Tanzania has the right to modify the order of the itinerary if safari conditions require it, while always maintaining the overall trip content.

-Possible changes to accommodations: If it is not possible to confirm the planned hotels, camps, or lodges for any of the departures, an alternative will be offered to the client within the same contracted category.

-Triple rooms generally only have 2 beds.

-Luggage: In case of lost luggage by the airlines, it is the passenger's responsibility to manage the claim and contact the airline directly to process the delivery or compensation that may apply. Luxotour will not be responsible for any procedures related to lost or damaged luggage.

-People with reduced mobility: some places, hotels, lodges and transport are not wheelchair accessible, please check and notify us before making your reservation. Any additional expenses for assistance required throughout the tour will be the responsibility of the client.

-Special Diets: Cases of food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, vegetarian food, etc.) must be communicated before arrival in Tanzania, although it is not possible to guarantee any type of special diet or menu.

-Consumer Withdrawal: The tour is sold as a fixed package, therefore there will be no refund or discount for services that clients decide not to use or in which they cannot participate due to personal or medical reasons, flight schedules, or other events.

-Conduct During the Trip: If a passenger's behavior jeopardizes the operation of the tour and/or causes discomfort to the rest of the group, they will be obliged to leave the tour without any discount or refund for the services they cannot use.

-Credit Card: Generally, Hotels require passengers to provide a credit card or cash deposit as a guarantee to cover services such as telephone calls, extras in bars and restaurants, minibar, laundry, room service charges, etc.

-Personal Documentation and Entry Requirements for Tanzania: It is the client's responsibility to be aware of the current entry and exit regulations for the country they are traveling to, as well as to carry the personal documents required by the authorities. Luxotour assumes no responsibility in this regard. Please note that visa, transit, entry, health, and vaccination requirements vary from country to country and may be subject to change at short notice.

The published prices for children are valid for children under 16 years old sharing a room with two adults. Once they turn 16, they pay the adult rate.

The program does not admit children under 4 years old.

Maximum 1 child per room.

Day 1:

Arrival at Arusha International Airport and transfer (*) to the hotel (**). Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.

(*) Shared transfer is included only for flights arriving between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Outside of these hours, the transfer will have to be private (not included). Please inquire about the supplement.

(**) Rooms will not be available before 2:00 PM.

What will you see today?

Day 2: ARUSHA - TARANGIRE

Breakfast and departure by road to Tarangire National Park, known for its unique landscape dotted with giant baobabs and the high concentration of wildlife that gathers around the Tarangire River, the area's main water source. It is common to see elephants in large herds, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles moving towards the river. With some luck, you might spot lions, leopards, or cheetahs resting in the shade. It is also a great time for birdwatching: Tarangire is an ornithological paradise with more than 500 recorded species, including vultures, hornbills, and the curious secretary bird. Lunch at the lodge. Safari until sunset. As the heat subsides, the animals return to the river. It is common to see hippos in the waterholes, buffalo, and new herds of elephants. As evening falls, the light transforms the landscape into a spectacular backdrop for photographs. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 3: TARANGIRE - LAKE NATRON

After breakfast, we depart for the vibrant market village of Mto wa Mbu, located at the foot of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment. Here, we will enjoy a traditional Tanzanian lunch. Afterward, there will be time to explore the village, observe how the locals live, how they cultivate and sell their produce, and how they make handicrafts. Every Thursday, hundreds of Maasai gather at their lively market, where visitors can learn about their crafts and sample their food. We will continue to Lake Natron, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands and the impressive active volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai, revered by the Maasai as the “Mountain of God.” Upon arrival at the camp, there will be an optional sunset walk to the lake shore, where, if we are lucky, we may spot some of the millions of flamingos that inhabit the area. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

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Day 4: LAKE NATRON

Very early in the morning, we will visit one of the shores of Lake Natron, a refuge for thousands of flamingos that find in its waters a strategic place for breeding. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterward, we will visit a Maasai village, home to the inhabitants of the area, where we will learn about their way of life and traditions. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, we will take a guided hike to a waterfall, with the possibility of swimming (we recommend bringing a swimsuit and good walking shoes, even for wading in the river). Afterward, we will visit the fossilized footprints of early hominids, a fascinating example of the antiquity of human presence in the Great Rift Valley. Return to the lodge. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 5: LAKE NATRON - SERENGETI

After breakfast, we depart for Serengeti National Park, skirting the western shore of Lake Natron, a volcanic landscape of reddish waters that is home to large colonies of lesser flamingos. As we travel west, the terrain changes from semi-arid plains to open savannas, passing through Maasai villages and along red dirt roads that accentuate the feeling of being on a remote route. We enter the park through Klein's Gate and continue to our camp in the Ikoma area, in the heart of the Serengeti. After lunch at camp, we embark on an afternoon game drive, when the animals begin to stir after the midday heat. It is common to see elephants, giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras on the move, while lions awaken and predators become active. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation as birds of prey soar overhead and leopards or hyenas stealthily patrol the ground. The day culminates with a spectacular sunset: the savanna is bathed in warm hues and the sounds of nature envelop the experience. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

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Day 6: SERENGETI

Breakfast and departure for a full-day safari in Serengeti National Park, with a packed lunch. This World Heritage Site teems with wildlife. We will explore the endless plains dotted with acacia trees and granite formations where lions watch over their territory. Depending on the time of year, we may witness the Great Migration of Wildebeest or spot an elusive leopard in the riverside forests. Return to camp at dusk. Dinner and overnight stay.

Optional activity: For this day, we offer a hot air balloon flight, departing from camp before dawn. Please inquire about the supplement.

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Day 7: SERENGETI - NGORONGORO

Early breakfast and departure around 7:00 AM for the Ngorongoro Crater. Expected arrival at the crater rim around 10:30 AM and immediate descent for a full-day game drive. Stop for a picnic lunch by Lake Magadi. Afterward, continue the game drive. In the afternoon, we will ascend back to the crater rim for a final view of this magnificent caldera before continuing to our overnight camp, located in the forest on the lower slopes of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Dinner and accommodation at the camp.

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Day 8: NGORONGORO - ARUSHA

Breakfast and departure for Arusha, with a stop en route to enjoy the views from the Lake Manyara viewpoint, high on the Rift Valley escarpment. Lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge and then transfer to the airport.

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