Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating solo adventure with the Picturesque Solo Tanzania Tour, exploring the vibrant landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania. Begin your journey in Arusha, the safari capital, where you can immerse yourself in the lively city atmosphere. Experience the thrill of a safari in Manyara National Park, home to baboons, wildebeests, and monkeys. Discover the iconic Serengeti National Park, where you can spot Africa's Big Five amidst the world's oldest ecosystem. Ascend the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and witness its diverse wildlife and stunning vistas. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, daily meals, and the expertise of an English-speaking driver-guide as you traverse these remarkable landscapes in a shared 4x4 vehicle. With all park fees and transfers included, this ultra-small group tour offers an unforgettable Tanzanian experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: ARUSHA (ARRIVAL)
Location: Arusha
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, located a short distance from Arusha Town Centre. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight in Arusha
Day 2: ARUSHA – LAKE MANYARA (B/L/D)
Location: Lake Manyara
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will head to the breathtaking Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake that shimmers in a cleft in the Great Rift Valley. You will arrive at your lodge for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. Tucked below the Rift Valley wall, Lake Manyara National Park comprises a thin green band of forest bordered by the 600-meter high red and brown cliffs of the slope on one side, and the white-hot shores of an ancient soda lake on the other. The Acacia woodlands shelter the parks famous tree-climbing lions, lying lazily along the branches in the heat of the day. Lake Manyara safaris offer unique views of elephants, giraffes, buffalos, and wildebeests. These fascinating animals may be found eating in unexpected clearings or heading towards the water to drink or wash. The rivers and riverbeds provide scenic vistas for potential animal spotting. Warthogs seem to thrive in the area, growing notably larger and tuckered. This park is also a natural playground for baboons and monkeys. Later, in the afternoon, you will be transferred to the lodge for dinner.
Overnight in Lake Manyara Area
Day 3: LAKE MANYARA – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Lake Manyara, Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart to the famous Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch. Enjoy an en-route visit to the Olduvai Gorge. Arrive in Serengeti and embark on an afternoon game viewing drive through the park. You will return later as the sun sets for dinner.
Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area
Day 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will enjoy a full day of game viewing drives through the park with in-park meals. The sight of predator versus prey dominates the greatest park during a Serengeti Safari. The golden-maned lion prides feast on the abundance of plain grazers. Solitary leopards haunt the acacia trees lining the Seronera River, while a high density of cheetahs prowls the southeastern plains. Almost exclusively, all three African jackal species live here, along with the spotted hyena and a host of more elusive small predators, ranging from the insectivorous aardwolf to the beautiful serval cat.
Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area
Day 5: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK – NGORONGORO (B/L/D)
Location: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will depart for the famous Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area (NCCA). Discover rolling plains, lakes, craters, mountains, and dormant volcanoes. Take the journey up the side of the vast Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site, and one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometers wide, 610-760 meters deep, and covering a total area of 264 sqm km). Upon arrival, you will spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Ngorongoro Area
Day 6: NGORONGORO (B/L/D)
Location: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation Name: Farmhouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will descend into the “8th Wonder of the World”, a unique biosphere that has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Enclosed within the towering walls are grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a freshwater lake, and a fascinating variety of birdlife. Here too are all the members of the “Big Five” (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo) as well as a large cast of plains game and one of Africas densest populations of predators. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before climbing up. From there you will transfer back to the Farmhouse.
Overnight in Ngorongoro area
Day 7: NGORONGORO - ARUSHA (B/-/-)
Location: Ngorongoro, Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will drive back to Arusha for lunch. You will later be transferred to the Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight back home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
06 nights accommodation on a Single Occupancy basis at listed hotels or similar.
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Daily Breakfast
Daily breakfast at the hotel/lodges.
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Lunches
06 lunches are included.
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Dinners
05 dinners are included.
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Mineral Water
One bottle of mineral water per person per day during game drives.
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Meet and Greet Services
Meet and greet services are included.
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Airport Transfers
Arrival and departure airport transfers are included.
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Safari Vehicle
Seat in shared 4x4 vehicle for safaris (maximum 7 clients per vehicle).
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Driver-Guide
Services of an English-speaking driver-guide are included.
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Game Drives
All game drives as per itinerary are included.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees, if applicable, are not included.
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Unmentioned Items
Items not mentioned as included are excluded.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a shared 4x4 vehicle for safaris, accommodating a maximum of 7 clients per vehicle. Enjoy convenient arrival and departure airport transfers, ensuring a seamless travel experience throughout your Tanzanian adventure.
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights of single occupancy accommodation at listed hotels or similar, with daily breakfast, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners included. Relax in comfort after exciting safari adventures in Tanzania's stunning national parks.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the safari in Manyara National Park?
During the safari in Manyara National Park, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including baboons, wildebeests, monkeys, elephants, giraffes, buffalos, and the park's famous tree-climbing lions.
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What is unique about the Serengeti National Park experience on this tour?
The Serengeti National Park experience on this tour includes game viewing drives where you can witness predator versus prey interactions. You may see golden-maned lion prides, solitary leopards, cheetahs, African jackal species, spotted hyenas, and other small predators like the aardwolf and serval cat. ...more ...less
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What activities are included during the visit to the Ngorongoro Crater?
During the visit to the Ngorongoro Crater, you will descend into the crater, which is a unique biosphere. You will have the opportunity to see all members of the 'Big Five' (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo) as well as a variety of plains game and one of Africa's densest populations of predators. A picnic lunch on the crater floor is also included. ...more ...less
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What is the accommodation arrangement for this tour?
The tour includes 06 nights of accommodation on a single occupancy basis at listed hotels or similar.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes daily breakfast at the hotel/lodges, 06 lunches, and 05 dinners.
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What is the transportation arrangement for the safaris?
The safaris are conducted in a shared 4x4 vehicle with a maximum of 7 clients per vehicle, and the services of an English-speaking driver-guide are included.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Picturesque Solo Tanzania Tour
7 Days Starting in Arusha, Tanzania and ending in Arusha
Visiting: Arusha, Lake Manyara, Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro ...more ...less
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 6
