Suggested Holiday Itinerary
Summary Of The Route and Costs
Discover the wildlife of Ruaha over 3 nights at a camp which stretches along the Great Ruaha River bank, and in the dry seasons, you need almost not leave the camp to see good quantities of game, as they concentrate along the river to drink. Then discover complete luxury and the rare island beauty of Zanzibar with a 7 night stay at a beach hideaway on powder white sands.
Built out of local stone and thatch, Ruaha River Lodge is built around natural kopjes and capitalises on it's exceptional position on a bend in the Great Ruaha River. Whilst it is true that Ruaha can be visited at any time of year, one of the best times for game viewing at this particular camp is during the dry season from June to December when the wildlife converges on the dwindling water reserves notably the river in front of the lodge. Ruaha has a large lion population as well as wild dog, leopard, cheetah and hyena. Elephants are easily seen as well as kudu, roan, sable and eland antelope to mention just a few. Many of the guides at Ruaha River Lodge have worked in the Park for years honing their knowledge of the Ruaha Park.
Your 7 nights at the beach is at Sunshine Marine Hotel - a magical place where you will experience the charm of a tropical island. Located in Matemwe on the north-east coast of Zanzibar, the hotel is eco friendly, stylish and cosy, with a unique chilled-out ambiance to make you feel happy and relaxed. It's a perfect getaway from every-day life.
Summary Of The Itinerary
Holiday Title: Escape from the Crowds
Countries Visited: Tanzania
Arrive into Dar es Salaam Airport.
Go through Immigration, collect your luggage and clear Customs, then make your way into the Arrivals Hall. You will be met here by our representative and assisted with the check in for your flight across to Ruaha.
Light Aircraft Transfer Seat in Plane Rate (Light Aircraft): Fly from Mwalimu Julius K Nyerere Intl (DAR) to Ruaha Airstrip - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
You will be met at the airstrip by your camp vehicle and transferred to your camp. Ruaha River Lodge is set on one of the most stunning stretches of the Great Ruaha River. You can see game throughout the day from the comfort of your veranda - there can surely be few other camps as perfectly situated.
Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airstrip, where you will board a flight back to Dar es Salaam.
Light Aircraft Transfer Seat in Plane Rate (Light Aircraft): Fly from Ruaha Airstrip to Mwalimu Julius K Nyerere Intl (DAR) - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
You will be met from your flight and assisted with the connection with your onward flight to Zanzibar.
Light Aircraft Transfer Seat in Plane Rate (Light Aircraft): Fly from Mwalimu Julius K Nyerere Intl (DAR) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
Once you have collected your luggage, make your way out of the Arrivals Hall, where you will be met outside by your driver holding a sign with your name - there is normally a mass of drivers waiting so be prepared to search for the right sign board. You will then be transferred to your beach hotel.
Sunshine Marine Lodge offers peace and spectacular views of the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll, one of the most bio diverse coral reefs on Zanzibar. Guests also have exclusive access to a private beach area on Muyuni Beach. This private beach features a restaurant and beach bar as well as umbrellas and sun loungers and is reached by foot on a 700m walk during low tide or by boat. It is a perfect get away for those who would like to relax away from the crowds.
Zanzibar
You will need to check out of your room this morning but you can remain at the hotel and use all the facilities until you are collected for your transfer back to the airport. Alternatively, if you have an evening flight, the hotel may be able to arrange a late check out for you (additional cost and payable directly to the hotel) subject to the availability of the room.
Example Cost
Holiday Title: Escape from the Crowds
Holiday Destination: Holiday to Tanzania for 10 nights
Passengers: 2 Adults
Example Cost for 2 Adults: * per person sharing.
*Excludes international flights from your home country - please ask us if you would like us to include these for you.
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Escape from the Crowds.
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