Join us in February 2025 as we witness every thundering stampede, tail swish, and split-second pounce on an itinerary that includes visits to two of Tanzania’s best game parks – Tarangire and Serengeti – and the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Ngorongoro Crater, known for its high concentration of wildlife. The Big Five – the African savanna elephant, cape buffalo, leopard, lion, and black rhinoceros – coexist here among many other majestic animals. End the safari with a relaxing two night stay on the world renowned beaches of Zanzibar. This will be an unforgettable Tanzanian adventure!
Tour Inclusions
- Airport Transfers to and from Orange City
- Round Trip Airfare from Minneapolis
- Deluxe Hotels
- All Meals as Indicated (B,L,D)
- Safari Guides
- National Park Entry
- Siouxland Travel Tour Leaders
- Baggage Handling
- All Gratuities
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7 (ORANGE CITY)
Our once in a lifetime experience begins in Orange City, IA with a deluxe motor coach transfer to the Minneapolis Airport with the Siouxland Travel representatives. We will depart from Minneapolis on a non-stop flight to Amsterdam. In Amsterdam, we will catch a connection to our first stop, Kilimanjaro. (B,D)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8 (ARUSHA, TANZANIA)
We will be met at Kilimanjaro International Airport by a native safari guide who will take us to Tulia Boutique Hotel. Here, we will have a short briefing session with our safari guide, enjoy dinner, and get a comfortable nights sleep before our safari adventure begins. (B,D)
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9 (TARANGIRE)
Rise to the African sun as the day begins with a drive to the third largest national park in Tanzania– Tarangire. We will go on game drives the whole day on the savannah plains in search of zebras, elands, antelopes, impalas, gazelles, and the rare species of kudus. See large herds of elephants and massive baobab trees– both well known highlights of Tarangire National Park. Later in the afternoon we will transfer to our overnight stay located in stunning Lake Manyara National Park. (B,L,D)
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10 (NGORONGORO CRATER)
After breakfast at our lodge, we will depart for the Ngorongoro Crater. The crater with its 5,000 foot high walls is like a natural zoo with the highest concentration of wild animals. We will descend into this massive crater as early as possible to attempt sightings of rare animals like black rhinos. If we are lucky, we may even spot the BIG FIVE (the African savanna elephant, cape buffalo, leopard, lion, and black rhinoceros) in one day. Enjoy the vast skies of Africa while relaxing on the patio of our lodge to close out the day. (B,L,D)
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 (NDUTU PLAINS/SOUTHERN SERENGETI)
Following our breakfast at the lodge, we are off to Ndutu plains and Southern Serengeti. The Serengeti is a vast plain that stretches 11,583 square miles from Kenya to Maasai Mara game reserve. The Serengeti has over 2 million hoofed animals, 4,000 lions, 1,000 leopards, 550 cheetahs, and 500 bird species! We will drive to the Lake Ndutu area where the action takes place during the months of December through March. A picnic will be served and the afternoon will be spent experiencing this spectacular nature on a safari viewing. (B,L,D)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 (NDUTU PLAINS CALVING SAFARI)
This day will be spent at the Ndutu plains where it all happens as the wildebeest migration gives birth to thousands of young calves every day. The Ndutu Plains are vast with green pastures and rich mineral soils that the herds enjoy feasting on. We are sure to see thousands of wildebeests accompanied by zebras and gazelles. We may even get a rare chance to witness some real wildlife action as predators engage the herds. Our evening will again end relaxing fireside in expansive African wilderness. (B,L,D)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13 (SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK)
Rise and shine! Today we drive a short distance to Naabi Hill Gate where we will enter the famed Serengeti National Park for a day of photo safari around Seronera Valley and the Moru Kopjes. Have those cameras ready! (B,L,D)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14 (SERENGETI/ZANZIBAR)
Following breakfast, we will head to Seronera Airstrip with game drives along the way. At the airstrip we will board our flight to Zanzibar – our beautiful beach destination for the remainder of the tour. Upon arrival at our delightful African paradise beach front resort, we will have the day to relax and explore on your own. (B,D)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 (ZANZIBAR)
This day will be spent relaxing at the beach, touring Stone Town, exploring a spice market, snorkeling, or walking the white sands of the magnificent beach. (B,D)
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 (DEPARTURE DAY)
After breakfast, enjoy our last day in paradise before we transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for our flight back to the US. We once again fly to Amsterdam before transferring for our final flight to Minneapolis, where we will arrive on Monday, February 17 and motor coach back to Orange City. (B)
TOUR PRICE
$6,299 per person – Double Occupancy
$6,499 per person – Single Occupancy
Optional Travel Insurance Available
Itinerary Subject to Change