Swahili Proverb

Kila ndege huruka na mbawa

zake.

‘Every bird flies with its own wings.’

Highlights

An incredible balance of wildlife

and landscapes, while staying

enjoying incredible accommoda-

tions for location and luxury

Spend time with the Maasai—

traditional pastoralists of North-

ern Tanzania

The Serengeti—home to the

Great Wildebeest Migration

A balance of luxury lodges and

camps

Vehicle transfers inside the parks

and on the paved roads between

parks, then fly the long stretches.

9 Day National Park Safari

Arusha * Tarangire * Ngorongoro * Serengeti

DAY 1 ARUSHA

Soon after we land in Kilimanjaro, Maasai Wanderings staff will whisk us away to our

lodge; surrounded by lush tropical gardens and a century old coffee estate. There are

twelve luxurious, colonial-style cottages with Afro-European architecture and décor.

With transporting views of Mt Meru, the cottages are your own personal retreat with a

unique combination of amenities and stunning elements.

LEGENDARY COFFEE LODGE (Dinner)

DAY 2 ARUSHA-TARANGIRE

A morning flight from Arusha Airport takes us west to Tarangire National Park. Located

in the Great rift Valley System, Tarangire is known for its massive elephant herds, true

sense of wilderness and backdrop of baobabs. During our game drives out of our

southerly located Swala Camp, we’ll marvel at our first good looks at what is probably

one of Africa’s largest population of free-ranging elephants, along with the cape buffa-

los, impalas, giraffe, zebras, and wildebeest who— in addition to some big cats and two

score or more other mammal species—make their domicile in and around the park.

SWALA CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Comfort Level: Luxury 2015-2016

Safari Prestige

A Luxurious Experience

DAY 3 TARANGIRE

In the heart of Maasai country and a remote corner of the Tarangire, in total se-

clusion amongst giant acacia trees and looking out beyond the flat savannah,

Sanctuary Swala offers a very exclusive safari experience. The picturesque land-

scape is filled with ancient baobab trees, ambling elephants and birds in flight.

Built to the highest eco-friendly standards, this camp has a particularly low-carbon

footprint. Each of the twelve canvas pavilions is shaded by tall acacia trees and all

are within sight of the well frequented water hole. They are unashamedly luxuri-

ous and exquisitely furnished but still close enough to nature to permit an exciting

night under canvas. The tents feature a spacious open plan arrangement with

comfortable king or twin beds, campaign chairs and plush sofas and boasts an en-

suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor shower for that extra bit of luxury.

Sip cocktails or enjoy scrumptious dinners on your own private veranda and watch

the waterhole which regularly draws lions, leopards and resident bull elephants

while your own personal attendant caters for your every need.

SWALA CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 4 TARANGIRE—NGORONGORO

After a morning game drive and breakfast we make a memorable drive north-

west, to the fabled Lost World of the Ngorongoro Crater, a volcanic bowl abound-

ing with life and beauty, unknown to the outside world until 1892 (which helps

account for its wealth of wildlife, everything from a burgeoning lion population to

fine stands of flamingos). Our lodge, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, is perched on the

gigantic crater’s rim, allowing us to gaze at the flat, 100-square-mile crater floor

hundreds of feet below. Ngorongoro is one of the world’s largest volcanic calde-

ras; Ngorongoro’s floor, down to which we’ll wind our way for a full-day game

drive tomorrow, is a mesmerizing, eventful place.

NGRONGORO CRATER LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Kuishi kwingi ni kuona

mengi

‘To live long is to see much’

Sanctuary Swala Camp

SAFARI

The Swahili word safari means

long journey, originally from

the Arabic سفرية(safarīyah)

meaning a journey. The verb

for "to travel" in Swahili is

"kusafiri", the noun for the

journey is "safari". These

words are used for any type

of journey, e.g., by bus

from Nairobi to Mombasa or

by ferry from Dar es Sa-

laam to Unguja. Safari entere

d the English language in the

late 19th century. The person

generally attributed to having

used the word in English is

Sir Richard Francis Burton, the

famous explorer.

In 1836 William Cornwallis

Harris led an expedition purely

to observe and record wildlife

and landscapes by the expedi-

tion's members. Harris estab-

lished the safari style of jour-

ney, starting with a not too

strenuous rising at first light,

an energetic day walking, an

afternoon rest then concluding

with a formal dinner and tell-

ing stories in the evening over

drinks and tobacco.

And so the ‘safari’ was born...

The Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

DAY 5 NGORONGORO

We take part in an early morning game drive before returning for lunch and resting. An

estimated 25 000 mammals are resident in the Crater, including large herds of resident

wildebeest, 16 highly endangered black rhino and around 70 lion. Nomadic cheetah move

in and out of the area and leopard are most often encountered in the Lerai Forest. Both

golden and black-backed jackal are abundant, while the normally shy and nocturnal serval

are frequently spotted during daylight hours. Vast numbers of buffalo, zebra and Thom-

son’s gazelle also occur. Large numbers of both lion and spotted hyena are also resident in

the Crater. While the grasses are short in winter, it is easy to spot even caracal.

NGORONGORO CRATER LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 6 NGORONGORO—SERENGETI

After breakfast, road transfer to Manyara airstrip for our charter flight to the Grumeti Re-

serves, and only 10 minutes from the lodge. Singita Sasakwa Lodge is located in the

Grumeti Reserves in northern Tanzania, and forms part of the Serengeti Mara ecosystem.

The view from the lodge’s spacious veranda is almost endless over the majestic Serengeti

plains below. A sense of grandeur is woven throughout the turn-of-the-century manor

house and private cottages through a blend of authentic European style and East African

influences. Spanning over 350,000 acres of untouched wilderness, Singita Grumeti is ideal-

ly positioned on the renowned migratory route traversed annually by more than a million

wildebeest. Afternoon game driving in open vehicles allows us an introduction to these

i n c r e d i b l e l a n d s .

SASAKWA LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 7 SERENGETI

Daily game drives with professional guides and trackers provide the perfect opportunity to

get up close to Africa’s incredible animals, while spot lit nighttime drives reveal the elusive

magic of nocturnal Africa. Our game drives are all conducted in state-of-the-art Land

Cruisers, each accommodating a maximum of six guests. During your stay, you are likely

to spot a great variety of wildlife including cheetah, bearded wildebeest, bat eared fox,

black rhino, Maasai giraffe, lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and zebra.

SASAKWA LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Contact Us

Maasai Wanderings Ltd P.O. Box 14035

Arusha, TANZANIA

+255 (0) 755 984925

info@maasaiwanderings.com

Visit us on the web at

www.maasaiwanderings.com

DAY 8 SERENGETI

At Sasakwa, there are many other activities to partake in: equestrian centre, envi-

ronmental education centre, shopping in the boutique & gallery, premier wine

tasting, spa, gym & swimming. Split your day with game driving and one of the

alternate interests.

SASAKWA LODGE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 9 DEPARTURE

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for flight to Arusha. We’ll have day rooms

at Legendary Coffee Lodge for use prior to our late night flights homeward. And

during the day, we can visit the Cultural Heritage Centre to do some shopping, or

just kick back and savour the first, fresh memories of a classic African safari.

(Breakfast, Lunch)

RATES (Ground Only)

2015—please contact us for more information

2016—please contact us for more information

(twin share, minimum 2 people travelling)

Notes: Discounts for children (min 10yrs) and larger groups are applicable—please ask your travel consult-

ant for more information

Price quoted includes: All transport - Private 4WD Land Rovers or safari vehicles in Tarangire & Ngorongoro, scheduled

game drives in Serengeti, accommodation as detailed for safari, safari and local guides, All National Park entrance and

camp site fees, All food - breakfasts, packed or hot lunches and evening meals, All standard drinks and mineral water,

Flights: Mayara to Grumeti Reserves & Grumeti Reserves to Arusha, Donations and payments to local community project

Prices quoted exclude: International flights, Travel and personal accident insurance, Visa, passport, vaccinations, medi-

cines, Tips, Expenditure on personal bar bills for top shelf drinks, souvenirs, personal items , Optional excursions/activities

not detailed in itinerary, Any additional services requested

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Additional Days & Accommodation Upgrades on Safari

The adventure is still not enough? There are endless options for individuals and groups alike - more

wildlife viewing or cultural immersion days. Please ask your travel consultant for more information. Please

ask your travel consultant for more information.

Zanzibar Extensions

The ultimate way to round of a wildlife safari—enjoy the beach, Spice Tours, Snorkelling, Diving, Safari

Blue, Swimming with Dolphins At Kizimkazi. Please ask your travel consultant for more information.

Customized Itineraries

All itineraries can be customized further to suit your exact trekking needs. Please ask your travel consult-

ant for more information.

‘Cultivate the habit of lis-

tening and observing, ra-

ther than merely hearing

and seeing.’

Responsible Tourism