Itinerary for Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday
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ITINERARY FOR TANZANIA BEACH & SAFARI HOLIDAY - DELUXE 2020 Tanzania & Zanzibar Let your imagination soar Journey overview Offering a sea and safari adventure off the beaten track, this itinerary combines a journey through one of Tanzania’s more remote and undisturbed wildlife areas with rest and relaxation on the shores of a private tropical island. Boasting dramatic landscapes inhabited by a great diversity of wildlife, the Selous offers an elite and undisturbed game viewing experience. Explore one of Tanzania’s most pristine landscapes by vehicle and on foot, getting an intimate glimpse into this fascinating environment. From here, travel on to the flawless beaches of Zanzibar Island, where you can discover an underwater wonderland while diving or snorkelling in balmy Indian Ocean waters. Indulge in a secluded getaway far from the crowds, with the perfect balance of game viewing and relaxation. Highlights of this Itinerary Excellent game viewing in the grass plains, wetlands, swamps and dense forests of Selous Game Reserve World class walking in one of the last great wild places in Africa Scuba diving and snorkelling in-and-around the waters and coral reefs surrounding the Island. Soul-soothing treatments after a lazy morning spent tanning on the beach Tranquil sundowner dhow (traditional sailing vessel) cruises Tucking into truly mouth-watering seafood feasts What we love about this journey No stay on Zanzibar is complete without spending a day or night in Stone Town. Explore its enchanting maze of ancient buildings and vibrant markets amidst the ever-lingering scent of spices from the nearby spice gardens. Fly to neighbouring Rwanda or Uganda for an encounter with the endangered mountain gorillas Be sure to try Kilimanjaro Beer Head north to magical Kenya, home to the Masaibsh Mara Specially created for Walking enthusiasts Beach lovers / bums / summer fun Divers / diving enthusiasts / underwater paradise fanatics Romance / Honeymoons Luxury adventure traveller www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 At a glance 9 nights / 10 days 2 Guests DAY PROGRAMME Day 1 Meet and Greet at Julius Nyerere International Airport Private road transfer from Julius Nyerere International Airport to The Oyster Bay Overnight: The Oyster Bay Day 2 Private road transfer from The Oyster Bay to Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal Scheduled charter flight from Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal to Lower Selous Airstrip Overnight: Beho Beho Day 3 Included activities: Game drives, Boat safari at Lake Tagalala, Game walks Overnight: Beho Beho Day 4 Included activities: Game viewing on foot & Boat Overnight: Beho Beho Day 5 Included activities: Guided Nature walks Overnight: Beho Beho Day 6 Scheduled charter flight from Lower Selous Airstrip to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport Private road transfer from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Overnight: andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Day 7 Included activities: Scuba Diving, Snorkeling Overnight: andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Day 8 Included activities: Kayaking, Fly Fishing Overnight: andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Day 9 Included activities: Stand up paddle boarding, Sundowner dhow cruise www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Overnight: andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Day 10 Private road transfer from andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport Scheduled charter flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal Private road transfer from Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal to Julius Nyerere International Airport Departure www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Expect the extraordinary The Oyster Bay Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Day 1 Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport, make your way to the arrivals hall. A member from our andBeyond team will collect you from Julius Nyerere International Airport and drive you to The Oyster Bay, in time to meet your onward arrangements. (Approximately 1 hour) Unwind during your 1 night stay at The Oyster Bay in a Room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes all meals and drinks. www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Expect the extraordinary The Oyster Bay Dar es Salaam, Tanzania The regal Oyster Bay Hotel is situated in the bustling city of Dar es Salaam. Luxurious suites boast spectacular ocean views. Each suite has a contemporary African theme and boasts a plush bed, beautiful ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, television and lovely French doors that open onto a private balcony. Delicious meals are served in the stylish dining area, or al fresco on the veranda or pool deck. An inviting study area offers guests the opportunity to catch up on emails or an unfinished book, while a sparkling swimming pool provides a cool refuge to indulge in a refreshing Pimm’s whilst soaking up the warm Tanzanian sun. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THE OYSTER BAY Ask your hosts for a delicious Pimm’s cocktail to savour at the sparkling poolside. Relax in one of the super-comfortable reclining chairs on the beautiful veranda and take in the magnificent garden vista — whilst you’re there, indulge in a slice or two of their heavenly cakes. Spoil yourself with a sumptuous lunch of lobster and champagne www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Expect the extraordinary Beho Beho Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania Day 2 - 5 A member from our andBeyond team will collect you from The Oyster Bay and drive you to Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal, in time to meet your onward arrangements. (Approximately 1 hour) Depart on a scheduled flight from Dar es Salaam Domestic Terminal to Lower Selous Airstrip. Secluded and off the beaten track, the Selous Game Reserve offers visitors a slice of undisturbed wilderness, teeming with a spectacular array of fauna and flora. It was declared a World Heritage Site due to its dramatic landscapes and great diversity of wildlife. You will be collected from Lower Selous Airstrip by one of our andBeyond team for your transfer to Beho Beho Camp. Escape and explore during your 4 night stay at Beho Beho in a Thatched Cottage with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes all meals, drinks, laundry, airstrip transfers, all game activities on foot, by boat and by 4WD using the camp’s vehicles. Included activities: Game drives Boat safari at Lake Tagalala Game viewing on foot & Boat Guided Nature walks www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Expect the extraordinary Beho Beho Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania Situated in the cooler highlands of the renowned Selous Game Reserve is Beho Beho — an intimate wilderness retreat that offers its guests exceptional wildlife encounters through a variety of safari adventures. Open-air bandas boast a comfortable bed, Zanzibari day-bed and ceiling fans. The front of the banda opens onto a lovely veranda and can be secured for the evening with ‘tented curtains’. A lovely ensuite bathroom offers ‘his and hers’ basins and an al fresco shower. Dining is a sumptuous affair at Beho Beho. Guests can tuck into wholesome meals, which are not confined to the main dining area of the camp. A sparkling swimming pool and an inviting bar area with a billiards table add to guest delight. Bush dining, picnics or private dining in the Eagle’s Nest can be arranged. Adventures include game drives, walking safaris (with walks to the hot springs of Maji Moto) and boating safaris on Lake Tagalala. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT BEHO BEHO Spend a morning exploring Lake Tagalala by boat, followed by a scrumptious breakfast under a shady tree — ask your hosts to take you to the nearby hot springs after breakfast. Order your favourite sundowner accompanied by a game of billiards before dinner. www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Expect the extraordinary andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Zanzibar, Tanzania Day 6 - 9 You will be transferred from Beho Beho Camp to Lower Selous airstrip for your scheduled flight to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Zanzibar is an island steeped in culture and history - a destination which brought adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. You will be met at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport by a member of our andBeyond team and be driven to the Mnemba crossing point (approximately 1 hour) to meet your onward boat transfer to andBeyond Mnemba Island (approximately 25 minutes). Be spoilt at andBeyond Mnemba Island during your 4 night stay in a Zanzibari Banda with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits, water sport including scuba diving (2 dives per day - full PADI certification required), stand-up paddle boarding (all activities ) and return Zanzibar Airport transfers. Included activities: Scuba Diving Snorkeling Kayaking Fly Fishing Sundowner dhow cruise www.andBeyond.com Tanzania Beach & Safari Holiday – Deluxe – 2020 – Rack – 2019-07-29 Expect the extraordinary andBeyond Mnemba Island Lodge Zanzibar, Tanzania andBeyond Mnemba Island offers a sheer unpretentious paradise – just ten rustic palm-frond bandas sit nestled in a tropical casuarina pine forest fringed by a white coral sand beach. Cooling ocean breezes waft in through glass-free windows that are open to the elements. A covered walkway leads to a shuttered ensuite bathroom with huge glass beaded shower. Built-in barazas on the veranda are perfect for afternoon siestas and private beach salas feature traditional Zanzibari loungers for languid hours on the beachfront. Thatched dining and sitting / bar areas have beautiful open views of the beach. Baskets of fresh fruit, fish, lobsters, crabs and prawns are sailed into Mnemba daily on traditional ngalawa outriggers. Romantic candlelit dinners are served on the beach with the waves gently lapping at one’s feet.