Compare Gorilla tracking & Zanzibar adventure by Audley Travel vs Kenya & Tanzania in 13 days - Luxury Safari & All-Inclusive 5* Zanzibar - LUXURY by Exoticca
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| Duration | 10 days | 13 days |
| Price From | $ 6,520 | $ 5,199 |
| Price Per Day | $ 652 | $ 400 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners and All-inclusive in Zanzibar. |
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With its white sands and turquoise waters, the Zanzibar Archipelago is an ideal place to unwind following a safari in Tanzania. You can spend your days snorkeling and diving among coral reefs, sailing on a traditional dhow and absorbing the Swahili culture. Our specialists, having visited Zanzibar Island, Pemba Island and the Mafia Islands many times, can help you plan a vacation to Zanzibar that takes in the archipelago’s highlights. There’s more to this string of islands than basking on palm-fringed beaches. Once a hub for spice traders, history here goes back 2,000 years. Nowhere is this more apparent than in Stone Town, the Zanzibari capital, where you can wander winding alleys leading to spice markets and see piles of cinnamon and nutmeg lying in the sun. Exploring the green interior of Pemba Island, you might come across farmers tending their crops. And, on the Mafia Islands, watch as fishermen make and mend their nets in tiny coastal villages. |
Discover Nairobi, then journey to the most impressive Kenyan National Parks. Explore Amboseli, known for its large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy superb viewing in Aberdares and experience the natural wonder of Lake Nakuru. The Maasai Mara surpasses all expectations as you go in search of the Big Five. Finally, enjoy the paradise beaches of colourful Zanzibar. |
Day 1 Ruhengeri
Kigali , Ruhengeri
On arrival in Kigali you will be met by your guide and assisted with your bags. You will depart Kigali and drive through the winding countryside to Ruhengeri where you will settle into your lodge.
Day 2 Ruhengeri
Volcanoes National Park , Ruhengeri
Today you will set off early after breakfast for the park headquarters where you will register for the gorilla trekking. Once you've been assigned a group and have had a briefing from your guide you will be driven to the trailhead where you will start the walk. Your trek will take anywhere from an hour to five hours to reach the gorillas - depending on which group you've been assigned. The terrain changes from farmland to bamboo forests and rainforest as you search for the gorillas. Once you've found the group you will have one hour to watche these incredible creatures and take photos.
Day 3 Ruhengeri
Volcanoes National Park , Ruhengeri
Today you will visit the golden monkeys in the Volcanoes National Park. This will be a completely different but just as rewarding experience to tracking the gorillas. You will search for the monkeys with your guide through the forest of the Volcanoes National Park. The walk is generally easier than the trek to the gorillas, although this depends on the monkeys' movements. There are two habituated troops of golden monkeys, both of which have around 80 members in the family. They are incredibly lively, so can be quite hard to photograph until they settle down or go into a clearing, but are fascinating to watch leaping from tree to tree! In the afternoon you will be taken across to Lake Burera and Ruhondo. These are two beautiful lakes located about 45 minutes out of Ruhengeri and it is possible to do some gentle walks in this area.
Day 4 Zanzibar Island
Ruhengeri , Kigali , Nairobi , Zanzibar Airport , Zanzibar Island
After breakfast you will head back to Kigali with your driver-guide, a journey of around two hours. There will be time to do a short city tour of Kigali if you wish - the Gisozi Genocide Memorial Museum is well worth visiting if you're interested in learning more about the country's history. You will then fly out to Zanzibar via Nairobi. You will be met on arrival and driven across the colourful island to the palm fringed south coast where you will be able to relax after your Rwandan adventures.
Day 5 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
At leisure at Unguja Lodge - you can spend the day relaxing and unwinding here on the beautiful stretch of beach, or by the pool, reading a book under the shade of a palm tree and swimming in the warm Indian Ocean. If you're feeling more active, you can easily arrange diving or snorkelling from the lodge's PADI-certified dive centre or choose from a range of other excursions to explore the island.
Day 6 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
I'd highly recommend heading out on a snorkelling trip at some point during your stay - you will sail in a traditional dhow to one of the reefs, and can spend an hour or two watching the colourful marine life living in the corals off Zanzibar. This is a lovely way to spend a morning or afternoon and a good opportunity to sail on a dhow as well!
Day 7 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
One of my favourite things to do in Zanzibar is to visit one of the small-scale spice farms on the island - you get a really hands-on experience tasting and smelling the spices for which the island is famous. This can be easily arranged either in advance or when you're at the hotel, so you can see how you feel day by day.
Day 8 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
Another good way to spend a morning or afternoon if you're looking for a change of scene from the beach, is to visit the Jozani Forest in the centre of the island. It's home to the rare red Kirk's colobus monkeys which are endemic to the island and which are really entertaining to watch leap and play in the trees!
Day 9 Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island
For something completely different to the beach, you could head into Stone Town one day for a daytrip - the town is located on the west coast and is a busy and bustling town. You can hire a guide to help you explore the narrow alleyways and cobbled streets, learning about the town's fascinating past with a rich and dramatic history as a centre of colonial exploration and of the East African slave-trade. It's also a great opportunity to pick up any souvenirs.
Day 10 Return home
Zanzibar Island
You will check out of your hotel today and will be driven across the island back to Zanzibar airport for your onward flights.
Day 1: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight* to Nairobi. Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Nairobi
Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Nairobi. Nairobi is the capital city of Kenya also known as the "green city in the sun" for many reasons. Great places to dine in Nairobi range from fast food restaurants to eateries where you can enjoy authentic Kenyan cuisine. Overnight stay in Nairobi.
Day 3: Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Depart from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, take a photo safari tour of the park. The park is known for its large elephant herds and views of immense Mount Kilimanjaro, across the border in Tanzania. Dinner and overnight stay in Amboseli.
Day 4: Amboseli National Park - Nairobi
Take a morning safari, the best time of day to spot wildlife and return to Nairobi. Head back to the hotel for breakfast and enjoy a free day to discover the vibrant city. Maybe take a look at The Nairobi National Museum which gives you a taste of Kenya’s heritage. Additionally, you will find wonderful dining facilities, a beautiful botanical garden, and eclectic shops and boutiques. Overnight stay in Nairobi.
Day 5: Nairobi - Aberdares
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, drive to Aberdares and enjoy lunch at Aberdare Country Club. The park contains a wide range of landscapes, from the mountain peaks that rise to 13,000 ft above sea level, to their deep, V-shaped valleys intersected by streams, rivers, and waterfalls. Moorland, bamboo forests and rainforests are found at lower altitudes. In the afternoon, transfer to the lodge for a night of game viewing. Dinner and overnight stay in Aberdares.
Day 6: Aberdares - Lake Nakuru
Breakfast at the lodge. Today, head to Lake Nakuru National Park, and on the way, enjoy a visit to Thompson Falls in Nyahururu. Arrive at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive through the national park, renowned for its bird life, particularly its iconic flamingos. Dinner and overnight stay in Lake Nakuru.
Day 7: Lake Nakuru - Masaai Mara
Breakfast at the lodge. Depart for the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, arriving at the lodge in time for lunch. The Maasai Mara is famed for its population of lions, cheetahs, and leopards and for its role as a host in the annual Great Migration. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and discover the varied wildlife, ranging from elephants to lions and giraffes. Dinner and overnight stay in Masaai Mara.
Day 8: Maasai Mara
Today, enjoy either a full day on safari with a picnic lunch, or split your game drives into the morning and evening for a chance to see the immense size and diversity of this beautiful reserve and the changing landscapes as the sun rises and falls. We also recommend an optional Hot Air Balloon Safari.* All meals at the camp and overnight stay. * If you chose the Balloon Safari, you won't do the morning game drive. * Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari: Experience the majesty of the Maasai Mara from the sky on a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon safari. Ascend at dawn and experience the most unforgettable sunrise imaginable as the savannah and its wildlife spring to life in the soft morning light. Please note: The optional Hot Air Balloon Safari is dependent on weather conditions at the destination and will be confirmed the day before. If the activity cannot go ahead, it will be refunded when you return from your trip.
Day 9: Maasai Mara - Nairobi - Zanzibar
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to Nairobi airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and begin your relaxing. All-Inclusive stay in beautiful Zanzibar. Overnight stay in Zanzibar. Por qué no hacer que su estadía en Zanzíbar sea aún más especial agregando nuestro paquete romántico, que incluye un masaje en dúo de 30 minutos, cena privada en la playa, desayuno burbujeante privado en un bote y mucho más, en el siguiente paso del proceso de reserva!
Day 10: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Make the most of a free day to enjoy the paradise beaches of Zanzibar, one of the islands located off the coast of Tanzania. You can take the day to relax on the beach or make the most of your incomparable hotel facilities. Overnight stay.
Day 11: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Take advantage of the hotel facilities and the surrounding beaches. If you want to venture out of the resort, try the old fort located in the Stone town in the capital of Zanzibar. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Day 12: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Spend the day at your leisure. If you want to explore some more, try the Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. It is the only national park in Zanzibar and hosts hundreds of species of wildlife, plants and trees. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Day 13: Zanzibar
All-Inclusive. Spend your last day soaking up the sun and relaxing on the white sands. If you are looking for a little more culture we would recommend a visit to the Beit el-Ajaib, said to be the grandest building in Zanzibar. Here you can marvel at the gigantic carved doors and find out more about Swahili culture and life on the Indian Ocean at the Museum of National History and Culture, which is housed inside. Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
Day 14: Zanzibar - Night on board
All-Inclusive. Transfer to the airport ready to check-in for a return flight back to the US. Night on board.
Day 15: US
Arrival back in the US and end your trip.
