Romantic Escape - Tanzania (New Version - Using Kitela Lodge)

Overview

3nts / 4 days Kilimanjaro - Arusha

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive JRO Int. Apt - Transfer Arusha

Meet on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and drive to Kikuletwa Hot Springs Rundugai Cultural Tourism offers Half day tour:

Rundugai Village Walks, Kikuletwa Hot Springs with local lunch

Clients will enjoy a walking tour around Rundugai village; Tasting banana beer, visiting the Village's Midwife and Bebalist, and swimming in the Kikuletwa Hot Springs

USD 60 per person - Not included in the quotation

* Relax & swim experience

* Crystal clear waters tropical atmosphere

* Perfect to unwind after the flight

Continue to Lake Duluti

Glide across the smooth surface of this small Crater Lake and view birdlife seldom seen; Giant kingfisher, Fish eagle, Darters and many more. Surrounded by forested crater walls this is a very special and quiet 1.5-hour canoeing experience. View hundreds of cattle egrets returning to an island in the lake to roost for the night. 1.5hrs 8yrs+

USD 60 per person - Not included in the quotation

* Canoe experience

* Volcanic crater lake surrounded by forest

* Quiet and intimate atmosphere

Proceed to Karatu (Ngorongoro Highlands)

Romantic dinner with candle lit

Romantic aperitif around a bonfire

Dinner and overnight at Kitela Lodge

Rates include at Kitela Lodge: Accommodation on full board basis - three meals per day, drinking water, Tea & Coffee, Afternoon Coffee Walk, top drinks (water & soft drinks, local beers and house wines).

Day 2: Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Karatu

After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater with hamper lunch Morning and afternoon game drive in the crater Late afternoon drive back to your lodge in Karatu

Dinner and overnight at Kitela Lodge

Optional Services:

Massage Half Body: USD 60 per half an hour; Full Body: USD 75 per hour per person.

Private Sundowner, including one alcoholic or nonalcoholic drink and bites: USD 60 per person Honeymoon package, including one bottle of sparkling wine, fruit platter: USD 75 per couple Private dinner, including welcome drink and barbecue dinner: USD 80 per person

Day 3: Karatu – Tarangire

Depart after breakfast to Tarangire National Park

With en-route game drive arrive for lunch at Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Continue game drive in the park

* Large elephant herds

* Iconic baobab landscapes

Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Optional:

Sundowners Cocktail with canapes:

Sundowners Cocktail with dry snacks:

Bush Dinner:

USD 65 per person (45 minutes open bar)

USD 55 per person (45 minutes open bar)

USD 90 per person

Day 4: Tarangire – Arusha

Guided nature walk / bird watching about 1 hour within the property (min 2 pax) Price on request

Breakfast at the lodge and drive to Arusha;

Lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge

Transfer to Arusha Airport for scheduled flight to Zanzibar

End of our services

The above rates include:

  • Ground transportation (4x4 Classic Safari Vehicle) with pick-up and drop-off at Arusha airport, park entrance fees and accommodation with meals as indicated on the itinerary
  • 7-seater Safari Vehicle has 6 window seats (in the passenger cabin) and 1 window seat next to the driver (in front)

The above rates exclude:

  • All internal airfares (i.e. Zanzibar/ Arusha/ Zanzibar), airport departure tax, visa, Laundry, tipping, and all other expenses of personal nature

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    1. What is the best time to visit Tanzania?
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