9 days wildlife and cultural encounter private reserve safari

9 DAYS WILDLIFE & CULTURAL ENCOUNTER
PRIVATE RESERVE SAFARI

Itinerary

Highlights

  • Enjoy the best of northern Tanzania as you stay in luxurious boutique properties hidden away from the crowds
  • Gain privileged access to private game reserves with day and night game drives and guided walking safaris
  • Learn about the region's indigenous cultures through authentic interactions with the Hadzabe, Da'toga, Sukuma and Maasai peoples
  • 4x4 transfers to and from camps and the nearest airstrips.
  • Luxury tented en-suite accommodation, all meals, house wines, beers, local spirits, water, juice and soft drinks.
  • Private safari vehicle with a local guide for daily and night game drives (night drives not permitted in the Serengeti National Park).
  • Bush walks with a government game scout in the Maswa Game Reserve and Mwiba Wildlife Reserve (walks are not permitted in the Serengeti National Park).
  • A day trip to Ndutu or the Southern Serengeti is complimentary
  • Light laundry service. Laundry soap is provided in rooms so guests may hand-wash their own undergarments

  • Day 1

    Arrival Arusha
    Overnight at Legendary Lodge (PR), Dinner

    Upon arrival into Arusha, you are met by Zagas Explorer representative and be transferred to your lodge, an oasis of luxury set on a peaceful coffee estate. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight at Legendary Lodge (PR), Dinner

  • Day 2-3

    Tarangire National Park | Burunge Wildlife Concession
    Meals and accommodation at Chem Chem Lodge (PR), full board

    This morning, fly to Tarangire where you are met by your local driver-guide and transferred to your exclusive lodge. Begin your safari en route as you pass through Tarangire National Park on the way to your accommodations. Your 9,800-acre private land concession lies nestled between the immense savannahs of Tarangire National Park and the bird-rich waters of Lake Manyara, providing a safe migratory corridor for elephants and other wildlife. 2 nights of exploration of what the lodge has to offer with expertly guided game drives on foot or horseback. Stretch out and relax in the lodge’s lounge, library, sundeck, swimming pool and spa. Enjoy a private picnic, unwind in the dining room or watch the sunset over dinner on the shores of Lake Manyara. Meals and accommodation at Chem Chem Lodge (PR), full board

  • Day 4-5

    Maswa Game Reserve | Mwiba Private Concession
    Overnight at Mwiba Lodge (PR), full board

    After breakfast, transfer to Manyara airstrip for your flight to Mwiba. On arrival, you are met by a local guide and transferred to your next safari lodge, a sophisticated hideaway set on the banks of the Arugusinyai River in an exclusive concession adjacent to Serengeti National Park. Emmerse yourself in the majesty of Mwiba Private Concession with a game drive exploring this exquisite, 51,000-acre wildlife reserve. Later, mix things up with a bush walk or a cultural excursion to the local village. Overnight at Mwiba Lodge (PR), full board

  • Day 6-8

    Singita Grumeti Reserves
    Overnight at Singita Sabora Tented Camp (PR), Full board

    This morning, fly to your next exclusive safari accommodation, a 1920’s-inspired, permanent tented camp located on the golden plains of the Serengeti’s Singita Grumeti Reserve. Embark on another epic game drive, or enjoy a change of pace with some archery, lawn croquet or mountain biking. Enjoy top notch wildlife expeditions and game drives. Keep your eyes trained for cheetahs, wildebeests, bat-eared foxes, black rhinos, Maasai giraffes, lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, zebras and rare Colobus monkeys. Overnight at Singita Sabora Tented Camp (PR), Full board

  • Day 9

    Departure - Legendary Lodge (PR) (dayroom) Breakfast, Lunch

    Fly from the camp’s airstrip to Arusha, where you spend time at leisure in your reserved dayroom. Later, transfer to the airport for your international departure. Legendary Lodge (PR) (dayroom) Breakfast, Lunch

While considering travelling with Zagas Explorer....

It is important to note that booking in advance will facilitate better planning so as to allow us get the stated accommodation in our itineraries. Last minute booking requests might require us to change the quoted properties especially during high seasons when the demand for quality accomodation is quite high.

Adventure Cost pp = USD.16,400
Booking Enquiry

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions

Key Tour Inclusions

  • All airport transfers
  • 9 days of unlimited wildlife encounter
  • 01 night on Arusha on Half board
  • 07 nights on full board in the most premium lodges and Tented Camps
  • Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4WD Land Cruiser with photographic roof hatch
  • Services of a professional safari guide
  • All wildlife reserve entry fees
  • Game drives at Tarangire NP, Maswa Game Reserve in Manyara NP and Grumeti Reserve in Serengeti Np.
  • All other activities as mentioned
  • Flying doctor Evacuation insurance Cover(first aid on the spot and rescue flights )
  • Tourist Development Levy
  • Wildlife Management Area Fees
  • 18 % VAT

Key Tour Exclusions

  • International airfare & flights
  • Gratuities for safari guide and camp staff
  • Visa fee
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa and Passport fees
  • Zanzibar – Dar es Salaam Flight – 80 USD pp. In case your flight is from Dar.
While considering travelling with Zagas Explorer....

It is important to note that booking in advance will facilitate better planning so as to allow us get the stated accommodation in our itineraries. Last minute booking requests might require us to change the quoted properties especially during high seasons when the demand for quality accomodation is quite high.

Adventure Cost pp = USD.16,400
Booking Enquiry

Booking Terms & Conditions

Basic guidelines to aid you as you plan to make your booking to travel to Africa on your Safari Expedition. This is not an exhaustive list, our Tour consultants are always standby to give you all the necessary guidance accordingly.

Booking Procedure

All applications for provisional or confirmed reservations are to be made by the Client by way of letter, facsimile or e-mail addressed to Zagas Explorer.
No reservation will be deemed made unless acknowledged and accepted in writing by Zagas Explorer. Provisional reservations will only be held for 14 days, after which the booking will be released. Please ensure the following information is included:

      » Date and time of arrival
      » Number of people and room requirement
      » Full names of client, and ages of children in the group (if applicable)
      » Any special requirements

Cancellation Policy

Reservations cancelled are charged as below:

      » Between 60 and 31 days prior to arrival a 25% cancellation fee will be charged.
      » Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival a 50% cancellation fee will be charged.
      » Between 14 and 0 days prior to arrival a 100% cancellation fee will be charged.
      » Cancellation fees are calculated on the rate per person and on the total value of the Reservation made.

Rates

All amounts are denominated in US Dollars and payments must be made in the nominated currency. In the case of any future increases in fuel, currency fluctuations, component costs or government taxes, Zagas Explorer reserves the right to renegotiate the rates. Conservancy fees are mandatory and will be included in the invoice.

Deposit Requirements

A refundable deposit of 30% is to be received by Zagas Explorer within 7 working days from date of confirmation. The final balance of 70% of the total value of the reservation(s) will be payable at least 30 days prior to the guests arrival.

Refunds

Should any client arrive late or request an early departure, no refund will be granted. Whilst Zagas Explorer will ensure that all anticipated accommodation will be available as planned, there shall be no claim of any nature against Zagas Explorer for a refund, either in part or whole, if any accommodation and or excursion is unavailable and a reasonable alternative was found – or if guests were unable to make use of the service for any reason.

Insurance

All guests should take out comprehensive insurance cover when paying their confirmation deposit, to cover them for cancellation, curtailment, medical expenses, personal baggage, emergency evacuation back home and money.

Disclaimer

This agreement is made subject to and shall be governed and construed according to the laws of Tanzania. Neither Zagas Explorer, nor any person acting for, through or on behalf of the company shall be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever and without restricting the generality of the foregoing shall particularly not be responsible for loss or damage arising from any errors or omission contained in the brochure or other literature, late or non-confirmation or acceptance of bookings, loss or damage caused by delays, sickness, injury or death whether occasioned by negligence or not. In addition, the company shall have the right at any time at its discretion to cancel any tour or the remainder thereof or make any alteration in route, accommodation, price or other detail and in the event of any tour being rendered impossible, illegal, or inadvisable by the weather, avalanches, strike, war, government or interference or any other causes whatsoever. The extra expense incurred as a result thereof shall be the responsibility of the passenger.

The company may, at its discretion and without liability or cost to itself, at any time cancel or terminate the passenger's booking and in particular without limiting the generality of the foregoing, it shall be entitled to do so in the event of the illness or the illegal or incompatible behavior of the passenger, who shall in such circumstances not be entitled to any refund.

Please be aware that these safaris may take you into close contact with wild animals. Attacks by wild animals are rare, but no safari into the African Wilderness can guarantee that this will not occur. Neither the company, nor its employees, nor its agents can be held responsible for any injury or incident on the safari.

While considering travelling with Zagas Explorer....

It is important to note that booking in advance will facilitate better planning so as to allow us get the stated accommodation in our itineraries. Last minute booking requests might require us to change the quoted properties especially during high seasons when the demand for quality accomodation is quite high.

Adventure Cost pp = USD.16,400
Booking Enquiry

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