10 Days Family Reunion
A country of astonishing landscapes and rugged wilderness, woven by a tapestry of ancient culture. Enjoy a 10 day family reunion as you immerse yourself in the wide-open spaces, learning how to track animals, witnessing the raw power of predators on a hunt together, cultures, people, food and thrilling safari adventure; a world of knowledge opens up, while strengthening the bonds with your loved ones.
- Overview
- Itinerary
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- Before You Go
Itinerary at a Glance
Arrival
Mto Wa Mbu
Day 3-4 Chem Chem
Fly To Serengeti National Park
Day 6-8 Serengeti National Park
Fly To Arusha
Departure
Arrival
On arrival at Kilimanjaro international airport, you’ll be welcomed by our meet and greet team who will ensure you have a smooth and a safe passage through the airport. Your private guide will assist you with baggage and transfer you to Legendary Lodge. Located on a working coffee plantation set in the foothills of Mount Meru, it is a haven of lush, tropical gardens alive with birdsong.
Mto Wa Mbu
Day 3-4 Chem Chem
Nestled in a migration corridor, it is a wildlife lover’s dream and with animals constantly moving through the 20 000-hectare concession you have a guaranteed front-row seat on the action. Whether on foot, in a game-viewing vehicle or on the thrill of a bush walk with a Maasai warrior, you’ll be taken on a cultural tour where you can make a difference in the lives of others. You’ll sense it in the stillness of a lakeside sundowner that eases you into a bushel night of a million stars. At the bush school, children will create unforgettable memories by learning bush skills from Maasai warriors: how to make a fire, use a bow and arrow, and throw a spear. A visit to local schools and villages will expose them to different cultures. Children can build a recyclable soccer ball, follow wildlife tracks and decorate safari-themed cupcakes.
Explore the nearby game-rich environment of the breath-taking Tarangire National Park Choose either a full- or half-day excursion which includes a picnic breakfast or lunch at a private site. Expect vast elephant herds and huge baobabs.
Fly To Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, fly to Serengeti National Park where your drive guide will be waiting for you at Mwimba Airstrip. He will transfer you to Faru Faru Lodge set within Singita’s 350,000-acre private reserve in northern Tanzania, Faru Faru embodies a fresh take on African bush appeal and ushers in a new era of luxury wilderness safaris. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
Day 6-8 Serengeti National Park
Each tailor-made exploration with your personal Field Guide celebrates the freedom to spend unfiltered time in wide-open spaces and while no two game drives are ever the same, you are bound to be enchanted by vivid encounters with Africa’s most iconic wildlife. You will be likely to spot a great variety of wildlife, including cheetah, bearded wildebeest, Bat Eared fox, Maasai giraffe, lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and the rare Colobus monkey. Mini Game Rangers’ Course confirms that nothing compares to nature’s ability to inspire, excite and transform, and the value of giving the next generation the freedom to learn more about the environment in the heart of the wilderness is simply immeasurable. This specially crafted, fun-filled course teaches young explorers everything from outdoor survival and animal tracking skills to more about the wonders of astronomy and the secrets of tree and bird identification. Kid can also enjoy cooking interactions Board games, Stargazing, Activity booklets with a variety of games, quizzes and games, Arts & crafts.
Fly To Arusha
After breakfast, you will fly to Arusha and drive to Arusha Coffee Lodge. Enjoy a walk around the workings of the coffee plantation to see how the coffee is grown, harvested, dried, and produced into the aromatic coffee that we drink every day.
Departure
After breakfast, you will drive to Arusha International Airport for your flight back home.
Prices are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy
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Getting here
There are three major international airports in Tanzania and all have good international connections from most major cities in Europe and North America.
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO): common entry point into the country for those exploring the Northern Safari Circuit that includes the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara.
- Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): for those visiting Dar es Salaam or the Southern Safari Circuit that includes Selous Game Reserve, and Ruaha National Park.
- Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): for those heading straight to Zanzibar
Passport and Visas
Applicants must ensure that their passports have a validity of at least six months and at least two unused visa pages before submitting their application. You can now apply for an Online Visa to visit the United Republic of Tanzania (both Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar). Visa applicants are advised to make their applications through the Official Tanzania Immigration website (www.immigration.go.tz) ONLY and Not through any other links
Note: Visas can be bought on arrival in Tanzania at all international airports and overland borders.
Climate
Tanzania has a tropical climate but has regional variations due to topography. In the highlands, temperatures range between 10 and 20 °C (50 and 68 °F) during cold and hot seasons respectively. The rest of the country has temperatures rarely falling lower than 20 °C (68 °F). The hottest period extends between November and February (25–31 °C or 77.0–87.8 °F) while the coldest period occurs between May and August (15–20 °C or 59–68 °F).
Health
Malaria is usually top on the list of visitors’ worries, and prevention goes a long way towards keeping you protected. Make sure to visit your doctor to get a prescription for the anti-malarial drug the best suit you. The yellow fever vaccination is no longer officially required when entering Tanzania; however, this is still a requirement if you wish to visit Zanzibar.
Vaccination
The best choice of vaccines for your trip depends on many individual factors, including your precise travel plans. Vaccines commonly recommended for travelers to Africa include those against Health Effects Such as Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Yellow fever, Rabies and Meningitis. Certificate required for entry into, or travel between, some African countries. Several of these vaccines require more than one dose or take time to become effective. It is always best to seek advice on immunization well in advance, if possible, around 6 weeks before departure.
At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the latest country-specific health advice from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) on the TravelHealthPro website. https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/220/tanzania, each country-specific page has information on vaccine recommendations, any current health risks or outbreaks, and factsheets with information on staying healthy abroad.
COVID-19 requirement
All travelers must provide printed, documented proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within the past 72 hours immediately upon arrival in Tanzania. Any person failing to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result will not be allowed to enter the country.
Each passenger is also required to complete an individual form. Children traveling with a guardian/parent will also need to complete their own form. To complete the Travelers Surveillance Form you will need your passport information, your travel details, including times and dates. Upon Submission of the form, travelers will receive a confirmation notification that will contain their Unique Health Code (UHC) which they will present upon arriving in Tanzania at health desk. Please note that this form can only be submitted within 24 hours before arrival. To access this form, please visit. https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/#/home
Note: COVID rules and regulations are subject to change from time to time. Get in touch with us for accurate new rules before travel.
Language
English is widely spoken but few words of Swahili can be useful and will be appreciated greatly by locals.
Money
Major foreign currencies, particularly-US$, and travelers cheques are accepted and are convertible at banks and bureau de changes in the main town and tourist areas. Credit cards are not widely accepted and carry poor exchange rates. Some banks in Arusha, Moshi and Dar es Salaam offer ATM facilities against international credit cards, but ATMs are not widely available elsewhere
Time: 3hrs + GMT
Electricity: 230V, but power failures, surges and troughs are common. Bring a universal adaptor and a torch (flashlight) or headlamp.
Telephone: International telephone code +255
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