Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your Arusha lodge. Evening briefing with your guide covers the five-day program and any last-minute personalization. Rest and prepare for an early start the following morning.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to lodge
Accommodation: Sanna Boutique Hotel
Meals included: Dinner.
Start your day with breakfast, then drive to Mto wa Mbu for a cultural visit to a Maasai boma, where you will learn about local traditions, enjoy traditional dances, and listen to storytelling from the Maasai community. Continue to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day private game drive through its forest, floodplain, and lakeshore ecosystems. Keep an eye out for abundant wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, hippos, diverse bird species, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, experience the thrilling canopy treetop walk, offering unique views of the forest from above. Later, drive to Karatu to your accommodation for a short rest, dinner, and overnight.
Approximate driving time: 2.5 hours from arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Lilac Hideaway
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & Dinner
Approximate driving time: 1.5 hours from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Zanzibar
Accommodation: Maru Maru Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Maru Maru Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, take a boat excursion to Prison Island, famous for its giant Aldabra tortoises and historical prison ruins. Enjoy time exploring the island, relaxing on the beach, and taking photos of the beautiful surroundings. Learn about the island’s history and its role in Zanzibar’s past while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. After the tour, return to Zanzibar for lunch and some leisure time depending on your flight schedule. Later, transfer to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your memorable Zanzibar holiday. Safe travels and farewell.