12th – 25th May, 2013 the Adventure of A Lifetime!

LETS GO TRAVEL AND TOURS INC.
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KENYA & TANZANIA AFRICAN SAFARI
12th – 25th May, 2013
the Adventure of A Lifetime!
YOUR ITINERARY:
Day 1; May 12th, 2013: - DEPART FROM VANCOUVER
Depart Toronto International Airport to Nairobi, Kenya and begin your adventure!
Day 2; May 13th, 2013:–NAIROBI- SAROVA STANLEY HOTEL
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by our NĀRAT Representative who will
assist you with the transfer to Sarova Stanley. Before checking in at hotel, he will brief you on your program ahead and
introduce the Driver Guide who will be with you throughout the safari.
A view of Nairobi City
Overnight at the Sarova Stanley on Bed and Breakfast basis
http://www.sarovahotels.com/stanley/
Day 2 & 3; May 14th & 15th 2013: :– MARA NATIONAL RESERVE- MARA SOPA LODGE
After breakfast, depart to Maasai Mara arriving for lunch at your lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game viewing drive
before returning to your lodge later as the sun sets for dinner and overnight. On the second day, you will have a full
day of game viewing drive with all meals and overnight at the lodge.
The Masai Mara National Reserve is in the south western part of Kenya and forms part of the greater eco-system that
encompasses the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. The Masai Mara (also spelt Maasai Mara) is one of the best known and
most visited reserves in Africa. The park is surrounded by concession areas and tribal lands of the Maasai tribes people. These
are unfenced from the Mara and act as a buffer zone for the National Park and form part of the migration area. At times
certain parts the Park can get a little overrun with amazing wildlife , so it is recommended to select your time and destination
carefully.
The Masai Mara consists of open savannah, rolling grasslands and undulating hills. In this undiscovered land we see one of
the greatest spectacles on earth- the annual migration of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle coming from the plains of the
Serengeti. Driven by dry conditions in the Serengeti and led by the lightning and thunder to the north, huge herds of
mammals cross the Tanzanian border and rivers to reach the Mara's grasslands.
Balloon ride in Mara
Lions at the roof of a jeep during a game drive
Mara Sopa Lodge pool side
Your accommodation Mara Sopa Lodge which is located on the slopes of Oloolamuita hills offers magnificent views across the
eastern reaches of the park. Set in matured wooded gardens, the lodge has an ethnic design which incorporates traditional
round buildings with thatched roofs and interiors that reflect the rich Masai culture and art.
After a game drive you can get refreshed in the pool, sip on cocktails or experience an African barbeque while enjoying
African Theme Nights. You can also purchase gifts and clothing from the gift shop.
Overnight at the Mara Sopa Lodge Full Board Basis
http://www.sopalodges.com/masai-mara/home.html
Day 4: May 16th 2013: – LAKE NAIVASHA-LAKE NAIVASHA SOPA LODGE
Your adventure continues as you drive to Lake Naivasha. Continue to your accommodation at Lake Naivasha, one of the most
beautiful lakes in Kenya, with spectacular scenery and varying activities. Lunch will be served at your hotel.
Later in the afternoon enjoy a boat ride to the Crescent Island. No predators are found on this island, so walking among the freeroaming antelope is sure to be a fun experience. A boat ride on Lake Naivasha will reveal the toothy yawn of a hippo, the vast
expanses of water lilies, and a plethora of water birds.
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Mother hippo and her young one at the Lake shore
The beautiful Naivasha Sopa Resort
Your home for tonight will be at the Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge, located on the southern shores of Lake Naivasha. The lake is
the only freshwater lake within Africa's Great Rift Valley. Amidst bathing hippo, the lake teems with freshwater fish both for
fishing and sport. This is the safari traveler's place of relaxation and rejuvenation; a perfect blend of luxury and safari spirit.
Here the avid birdwatcher sees paradise in a vast array of exotic birdlife. The lake region is host to distinctive herds of plains
animals and the elusive, black-faced colobus monkey. Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge has a total of 21 cottages, each consisting of
4 rooms, for a total of 84 rooms – all with panoramic views of the environs and the lake. Luxuriously appointed rooms feature
spacious sunken lounges, while upper floor rooms have their own private balcony on which to relax, sunbathe or view the
wildlife that wanders around the beautiful grounds.
Overnight at the Lake Naivasha Sopa on Full Board Basis
http://www.sopalodges.com/naivasha/home.html
Day 5 : May 17th 2013: – AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK-AMBOSELI SOPA LODGE
This morning after breakfast drive to Amboseli National Park which is located, at the foot of Africa's highest mountain
Kilimanjaro. Arrive Amboseli in time for lunch
The snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro rising above a saucer of clouds, dominates every aspect of Amboseli, and forms a
backdrop to an impressive display of wildlife with its population of lion, elephant, leopard, cheetah, buffalo and other savannah
game. The National Park embodies 5 main wildlife habitats (open plains, acacia woodland, rocky thorn bush country, swamps
and marshland) and covers part of a pleistocene lake basin, now dry.
Elephants at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
Your accommodation is nestled in 190 acres of wooded Masai Land and sits on the foot hills of Africa’s highest mountain with
mature wooded gardens that have a variety of trees and plants ranging from thorn trees and acacia, to frangripanis, colorful
bougainvillea and giant cactus plants thrive in the surroundings.
Overnight at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge on Full Board basis.
http://www.sopalodges.com/amboseli/home.html
Day 6: May 18th, 2013:– AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK-AMBOSELI SOPA LODGE
Full day in the Amboseli National Park with two game drives. You drive through across this vast lake bed, often dry but
swampy in some areas. We have a lot of game here like cheetah, buffalo, giraffe, gazelles and herds of elephants all set against
the amazing back drop of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro showing all its glory.
If you wish, as an optional excursion, you can also visit a Maasai Village to experience this nomadic tribe’s way of life and see
their colorful culture.
Overnight at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge on Full Board basis.
http://www.sopalodges.com/amboseli/home.html
Tarangire National Park is probably the least visited of the northern Tanzanian game parks, and retains a real air of undiscovered Africa
Day 7: May 19th, 2013: – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK-TARANGIRE SOPA LODGE
Depart for Tarangire National Park which Tanzania’s best-kept secret on the northern safari circuit. Named after a nearby
river called Tarangire, it is retains the magical atmosphere of undiscovered Africa amidst dramatic scenery of unearthly
Baobab and Acacia trees native to this area. You will also
find here amongst the largest concentration of elephant
herds on the continent.
Hot lunch will be served at Arusha Kibo Palace before
proceeding to Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Following check in, depart for an afternoon game viewing
drive in the park returning later as the sun sets.
This is a year-round park with distinct seasons offering
different experiences, from dusty, dry and baking with
animals clustered around the rapidly reducing river, to
the fecund green season full of new-born animals and
chattering birds.
Hidden among the kopjes, lies Tarangire Sopa Lodge,
surrounded by ancient baobab trees. It is the home of the
greatest concentration of elephants in Africa, and other
game including the elusive leopard. Over 400 bird species
can be spotted here as well. With water constantly available in the area, the greenery is lush providing a wonderful contrast to
the burnt ground
Overnight at the Tarangire Sopa Lodge on Full Board basis.
http://www.sopalodges.com/tarangire/home.html
Day 8: May 20th, 2013: – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK-TARANGIRE SOPA LODGE
Today you will have morning and afternoon game viewing drives with all meals and overnight at your lodge.
A lot of migratory animals aim to reside here during the dry season. You can see groups and herds of animals like 600
elephants followed by zebras, buffalos and oryxes who ventured from the Maasai to the Tarangire in search for water. There
are also a few lions prowling around and looking for unsuspecting preys around the jungle. Some of the other animals that you
may see here are antelopes, warthogs, hippos, cheetahs, leopards, foxes, jackals and waterbucks.
Overnight at the Tarangire Sopa Lodge on Full Board basis.
http://www.sopalodges.com/tarangire/home.html
Day 9: May 21st, 2013: – LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK-LAKE MANYARA HOTEL
After breakfast, drive to beautiful Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake that shimmers in a cleft in the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive Lake Manyara Hotel, for lunch which is strategically located on the very edge of the vertiginous western escarpment
of the Rift Valley, affording magnificent views down across the whole Lake. Later in the an afternoon game viewing in this
small but uniquely diverse national park, which is a home to the world-famous tree-climbing lions, thousands of flamingoes
and nearly 500 species of birds. Later return to the Hotel in time for a swim in the stunning horizon pool and dinner in the
elegant central dining room.
Tree climbing lions of Manyara
Dining at Lake Manyara Hotel
Overnight at the Lake Manyara Hotel on Full Board basis
http://www.hotelsandlodges-tanzania.com/properties/en/manyara_index.php
Day 10: May 22nd, 2013: – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK-SERONERA WILDLIFE LODGE
After breakfast, leave Manyara with picnic lunch boxes and cross into neighboring Serengeti National Park. Stopping en route
at Ol Duvai Gorge. Known as the ‘Cradle of Mankind’, this is one of the most important prehistoric sites in the world.
Pioneered by famous paleontologists Louis and Mary Leakey in the 1950s it offers a glimpse into life two million years ago
Seronera Wildlife Lodge
Game viewing in the Serengeti plains
Arrive at Seronera Wildlife Lodge in time to relax and enjoy a classic safari supper.
Overnight at the Seronera Wildlife Lodge on Full Board basis
http://www.hotelsandlodges-tanzania.com/properties/en/seronera_index.php
Day 11: May 23rd , 2013: - SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK-SERONERA WILDLIFE LODGE
Your day will be spent at Serengeti, enjoying full day game viewing drive with meals being taken in the true safari style ‘in
the vast and sensational Serengeti, which covers 14,763 sq km of endlessly rolling savannah. Venue for ‘the greatest wildlife
show on Earth’, the annual migration of over one million wildebeest, the park is also renowned for its lions, cheetahs, zebras,
giraffes and plains game.
Hippo in one of the hippo pools
Zebras in the savannah
Balloon ride in Serengeti
Overnight at the Seronera Wildlife Lodge on Full Board basis
http://www.hotelsandlodges-tanzania.com/properties/en/seronera_index.php
Day 12: May 24th, 2013: - NGORONGORO CONSERVATION -NGORONGORO WILDLIFE LODGE
After breakfast, drive with picnic lunch boxes to the famous Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area (NCCA), which features
rolling plains, lakes, craters, mountains and dormant volcanoes. Journey up the side of the vast Ngorongoro Crater, a World
Heritage Site, which is one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometers wide, 610-760 metres deep and
covering a total area of 264 sq km).
Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
A lion at the Crator Floor
Arrive in the afternoon and descend into the ‘8th Wonder of the World, a unique biosphere that has remained virtually
unchanged since the dawn of time. Enclosed within its towering walls are grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a fresh water
lake and a glorious 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 Africa’s densest populations of predators. In the evening climb back up to the
lodge in time for relaxation before dinner
Overnight at the Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge on Full Board basis
http://www.hotelsandlodges-tanzania.com/properties/en/ngorongoro_index.php
Day 13: May 25 , 2013: - ARUSHA/DEPARTURE VANCOUVER
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Today drive to Arusha, pick up lunch boxes at Arusha Coffee Lodge where you will enjoy a short coffee plantation tour then
transfer to the airport for your flight back home to Toronto.
Say good bye to the wonderful country and promise to join us on another expedition!
ZANZIBAR EXTENSION AT THE SULTAN SANDS RESORT
Day 13: May 25th, 2013: - ZANZIBAR BEACH STAY- SULTAN SANDS ISLAND RESORT
Upon arrival you will be met by your NĀRAT representative and transferred to Sultan Sands Resort
Overnight at the Sultan Sands Island Resort
http://bluebayzanzibar.com/sultan-sands-island-resort/
Day 14-16: May 26th & 27th, 2013:- ZANZIBAR BEACH STAY- SULTAN SANDS ISLAND RESORT
Your days will be spent at the Sultan Sands Resort which is situated on the east coast of Zanzibar in an area known as
Kiwengwa is situated next to its sister resort, the Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, on the beachfront of the wide, sparkling
beaches of Kiwengwa in the east coast of Zanzibar.
The Sultan Sands Island Resort Zanzibar is a uniquely constructed magical Africa resort, with a choice of 76 rooms built in
single storey African style rondavels - each with two tastefully decorated rooms with a separate changing room leading into
the superbly appointed en-suite bathroom. It nestles on the beachfront of a 25 acre stretch of subtly landscaped gardens
decked with over 1000 palm trees. Spend time at the beach or set off and explore the tropical island of Zanzibar - a true oldworld paradise with its eclectic African style, long white beaches, heady spice plantations and rich cultural heritage.
Pre-reserve a wide variety of optional tours and excursions through NĀRAT, with each one of them being an adventure
experience to relish.
The land excursions will acquaint you with the history, culture, fauna and flora of this pristine Island whilst the Indian Ocean
presents a wonderful opportunity for sea-excursions.
For ocean lovers, the choices range from diving to snorkeling, fishing and sailing trips. Some of these are provided in
traditional Dhows. Sea-excursions can take place from just about anywhere on the Island. The most popular excursions which
can be arranged for you at an extra cost are:
The Spice Tour: - Zanzibar, for centuries famed for its cloves, is still the pre-eminent spice market of eastern Africa. This
tour enables guests to touch, smell and tastes a whole world of spices.
Stone Town Tour: This tour takes you to the historical Stone Town, famous for its intricate architecture and rich history.
The excursion includes visits to the town market, the Tipu Tip House (where once lived one of Africa’s most colorful
buccaneer), the Slave Market (that was the centre of east Africa’s slave trade) the unforgettable Slave Chambers, the National
Museum, the High Court of Zanzibar, the Sultans Palace, the House of Wonders and the Old Fort.
Jozani Forest Tour: This tour will take you tothe south east of Zanzibar, right at the heart a beautiful green mangroves
forest. The forest is home to a number of endemic species, including the rare Zanzibar Red Colobus monkey.
Dolphin Adventure: This excursion diverts to the southern tip of the Island where Bottlenose and Spinner Dolphins are
frequently seen. The trip doubles as an exceptional opportunity to snorkel or just swim in the Indian Ocean. Lunch of a
variety of local and seafood dishes is served in one of the many small restaurants on the beach.
The Blue Safaris: This adventurous excursion will take you in a motorized dhow to the south west of the Island. The trip
will take you to the mangroves forest, then on to one of the many sand banks for snorkeling before making a stop on the
famous Kwale Island where your chance of making new acquaintances with Dolphins is a remarkable 85%.
Lunch on the Island is a sumptuous BBQ affair with local specialties and a choice of home made local sauces. Late afternoon
offers a choice of further snorkeling, swimming or just relaxing.
Poolside at the Sultan Sands Resort
A dhow at low tide
Overnights at the Sultan Sands Island Resort
http://bluebayzanzibar.com/sultan-sands-island-resort/
Day 16: May 28th, 2013: - DEPARTURE
Today you will spend the day at leisure enjoying the facilities at the hotel. Later you will be transferred to the
airport for your flight home to Toronto.
Say good bye to the beautiful Island and promise to join us on another expedition!
YOUR PACKAGE DETAILS
INCLUSIONS:
1. International flights and accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
2. Transportation in a chauffeur driven safari minivan in Kenya and a 4 x 4 land cruiser in Tanzania with pop-up roof for
easy game viewing & photography.
3. Services of a professional driver-guide, game viewing drives and parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
4. All Government taxes and levies.
5. Complimentary 1500 ml mineral water per person per day in the safari vehicle.
6. All meet and greet services.
7. All arrival and departure transfers.
8. 24 hours stand-by contact number.
9. Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
10. Exclusive use of the vehicle.
11. Two-way long range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle.
12. On safari accessories in each vehicle: - First-aid kit, cool box and fire extinguisher
EXCLUSIONS:
1. All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills etc. Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff
and driver- guide(s). Budget approx. U$ 2.00 – U$ 4.00 per person per day for lodge and hotel staff, U$ 1.00 per bag
for porters and U$ 10.00 per person per day for driver-guides).
2. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks,
3. Domestic flight and departure taxes.
4. Laundry services.
5. Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary including activities mentioned as optional.
6. Visa fee.
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