Saadani, Selous Safari & Zanzibar
Beach Holiday - 12 nights

This holiday is for people looking for something a little off the beaten track. Saadani is the only wildlife reserve in east Africa with an Indian Ocean beachfront and combined with the Selous Game Reserve ensures that you have a comprehensive and different wildlife experience. The safari is combined with a few days in Zanzibar for a bit of relaxation after all the activity This can easily be tailored and is simply an idea of how you may like to incorporate your time in these areas.

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Day 1 - 3:
Arrive in Dar es Salaam and road transfer to Saadani National Park were you will spend three nights at:
Day 4 - 6:
Return road transfer to Dar es Salaam followed by a light aircraft flight to Selous. Enjoy three nights at:
  • Mahlatini recommends the following accommodation:
  • Sable Mountain Lodge in a Luxury Tented Banda (FB)
Day 7 - 12:
Return flight to Dar es Salaam for a flight to Zanzibar followed by road transfer. Stay six nights at:
  • Mahlatini recommends the following accommodation:
  • The Zanzibari Hotel in a Standard Room (HB)
Day 13:
Road transfer to Zanzibar for onward connecting flights.

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Day 1 - 3:
Upon arrival at Dar es Salaam you will pass through customs and be met by your drive guide. He will then transfer you north by road to Saadani National Park. Activities include game drives, canoeing, bush walks, bird watching, boat trips and lounging on the beach.
Day 4 - 6:
Today you will be returned to Dar es Salaam for your flight to the Selous Game Reserve. On arrival in the Selous you will be met by your driver / guide and escorted to Sable Mountain Lodge. The Selous Game Reserve is the largest protected wilderness in Africa and is teeming with wildlife and birdlife. Experience this wilderness from an open 4x4 game vehicle day or night or get closer to nature on a walking safari. You choose what activities you would like every day.
Day 7 - 12:
After your morning game drive and breakfast you will be transferred to the airstrip for your 11:45 flight to Dar es Salaam. On arrival in Dar es Salaam you will connect with your flight to Zanzibar. On arrival you will be met and transferred by road to Zanzibar’s North Coast. Spend your time here soaking up the sun on the beach, partaking in some of the water sports on offer near to the lodge including snorkeling and diving and taking in a day trip to two to explore this exotic island further.
Day 13
Depending on when your return journey is, you will be transferred via road to Zanzibar for your return flight home.

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Price Guide:
We have rated these sample itineraries as Gold, Platinum & Diamond. Gold offers fantastic value for money with a minimum of 4 star accommodation. Platinum offers the best blend of luxury and value with a mixture of 4 and 5 star properties. Diamond is our exclusive luxury range where much of the accommodation on offer is 5 star superior.
Gold:
Seasons:
  • Peak Season: 05 Jan – 28 Feb & 01 Jun - 31 Oct
  • High Season: 01 Mar – 31 Mar & 01 Nov – 21 Dec
  • Low Season: 01 Apr – 31 May
Includes:
  • Transfers and flights as per the itinerary
  • Meals and Accommodation as per itinerary
  • National Parks entry fees in the Selous
  • Transportation in a 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser with a safari driver/guide
  • Game Activities as offered by the lodges
  • A Tent with a View – Includes day and night bush walks from the lodge, bird watching on Mafui Creek by canoe, game drives
  • Sable Mountain Lodge – Includes twice daily game drives or choice of 2 other safaris
Excludes:
  • International Flights into Dar es Salaam and out of Zanzibar
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tanzanian Entry visas USD $50.00 per person
  • Flying doctors service
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Aviation and Airport taxes and Security fee USD $6.00 Person Per trip
  • Drinks
  • National Park Fees for Saadani NP on days entering the park. Currently $25 pp per day

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Customer Review

Holiday to Tanzania during October 2011

Tanzania Review

Only stayed in Zanzibar. Great atmosphere, very friendly people, beautiful scenery, idealic beaches. Couldn't praise it more.

Rated... 5stars

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Anonymous

Tanzania Factfile

Timezone:
EAT (UTC+3)
Language:
English, Swahili
Currency:
Tanzanian Shilling
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
9 hours from Europe
Visas:
Required, call for info