Safari Sandwich $6,700 per person Seasonal departures mid May - mid March Departing Sundays 15 Days Day 1: Arusha, Tanzania Welcome to East Africa! You flight carries you into the safari gateway town of Arusha Tanzania. On arrival, pass through Immigration, collect your luggage, and clear Customs. Proceed to the International Arrivals area and meet your driver. He will have a sign with your names on it. After loading your bags, you will be transferred to your hotel, Kigongoni Lodge. Kigongoni Lodge is located on an historic 70-acre coffee plantation near Arusha, amid a natural forest. Sitting on a hilltop with lush gardens, the lodge offers breathtaking views of Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru.ÝTucked between the trees are fourteen cottages, built in traditional African styles and materials.ÝAll cottages have large private verandas with mountain views, fireplaces, and four-poster beds with mosquito nets. There are large bathrooms with separate shower and tub. The rooms, cocktail lounge, and restaurant - all with fireplaces - are furnished in an intimate and comfortable manner, maximizing the siteís unique views and natural features. Meals are served in the large dining area and lounge. Cuisine is European in style with African elements. The Lounge and bar stays open as late as you like. Kigongoni Lodge has been developed in harmony with, and respect for, local community values, heritage and aspirations. The Sibusiso Foundation, a center for improving the quality of life for mentally disabled children and their families, has its home adjacent to the lodge and directly benefits from its revenues. Staying at Kigongoni will give you an authentic, homely experience and true sense of Tanzania, while providing an opportunity to participate in activities that contribute to the sustainable development of local communities. Activities include nature walks through the lodges 70 acres, guided village walks with cultural experience, horseback riding, forest picnics, and swimming in the lodge pool. Kigongoni Lodge - Breakfast & dinner, tea/coffee, guided nature walks, and Sibusiso Foundation visits (horseback riding and canoeing are optional extras) Days 2, 3, & 4: Mahale Mountains, Lake Tanganyika, Tanzania After breakfast and checkout procedures, you will meet your driver in the lobby area. You will transfer to Arusha Regional Airport to meet your shared charter flight to the Mahale Mountains. On arrival, you will be met and escorted to the boat ramp for your scenic boat transfer on Lake Tanganyika to Greystoke Mahale. There are few natural environments more seductive than Mahale, and there is no place on earth better to watch wild chimpanzees. It is achingly beautiful and unspoiled. Tropical mountains rise from pale sand beaches of Lake Tanganyika to 7500 feet. Rivers tumble down waterfalls to the shoreline, through fairy-tale forest valleys, providing stunning hiking terrain. Amongst many other mammals, a thousand wild chimpanzees range in this rich habitat. Over 90 unique species of fish swim meanwhile in the gin-clear waters of the lake. There are no roads for 50 miles. Man can only enter on foot or by boat. Youíll find Greystoke camp on the beach, right at the heart of it all. A trek through the rainforest takes you to Mahale's chimpanzees. Tracking the primates is all part of the experience of observing the nine species of primate, of which the endangered chimpanzee is the most famous. Sixty chimps live in the mountains close to camp. There is also the opportunity to observe leopard, bushbuck, bushpig, and a multitude of birds and butterflies. The waters sparkle with over 250 species of tropical fish. An extraordinary group of 60 chimpanzees have been completely habituated to human contact. This means they are definitely wild, but can be approached to within a few meters, and are studied daily by researchers. Tracking the chimps along winding park paths can take anything from half an hour (sometimes they oblige by coming into camp) to five. It helps to be fit, but the walking is not overly strenuous. Itís all worth it in the end. Sitting, literally surrounded, by these long-lost cousins as they fight, breed, hunt and play is, quite simply, mind-blowing. Greystoke Mahale is the ultimate retreat, sculptured from canvas, wood and thatch: no concrete, no plastic, no shops, and no signposts. Service is attentive, but not over-bearing, and the living is very easy. Dinners are laid on the beach under the stars, on the mahogany dhow by flaming torch, or in the Mess - a timbered Tongwe chiefs hut - the ultimate chimp exhibit. The six double tents have little, but the best: interiors fashioned from seasoned dhow wood, linen sheets, down pillows, hand-made wooden beds. The suites are open-fronted, with upstairs chill-out decks, designed for the most demanding castaway. Each has a forest bathroom, for showers under the palms, though most choose to abandon their normal selves and bathe in the clear moonlit waters of Tanganyika. Greystoke Mahale - All meals, drinks, & laundry Days 5 - 8: Katavi National Park, Tanzania After a few days exploring Mahale and tracking some our closest animal relatives, you will checkout and transfer back across Lake Tanganyika. From here, you will meet your shared charter flight onto to Katavi National Park. You are met on arrival and driven back to camp. Established in 1992, Chada Camp was the first camp in Katavi and remains the only place to stay, other than the park campsite. With just six large tents and a maximum capacity of twelve guests, the guides at Chada sometimes joke that they can guarantee "a million hectares of virgin African bush per person". It might seem like a pretty bold claim, but this park is so incredibly remote that it is more often than not the case. Katavi is two, three or even four days drive from either Dar es Salaam or Arusha, depending on the weather and the state of the tracks. It is the kind of place where the rangers invite you to stay for lunch when you turn up to sign in at Park Gate. The six guest tents, with fine wooden furniture, and large comfortable beds spread with crisp white Egyptian cottons, and floors covered with thick woven rugs. The tents are large, romantic and airy with many shade netting windows to allow the cool breezes through. The bathrooms are bush deluxe, and set just behind each bed tent. And to cap it all, the thoroughly good white wine sitting on your porch table is perfectly chilled. Come dinnertime, the mess is nothing short of splendid, silverware and glasses shining in the lamplight. Walking safaris take you even deeper into Katavi¥s untamed world. Rare roan and sable antelope, normally skittish and shy, graze openly on these plains. On foot you experience another side of Africa, that which takes flight at the sound of approaching vehicles. The game is unbelievable with sightings of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, crocodiles and hippo amongst many others. And then at the end of a day of adventure and discovery, you return to the creature comforts and welcoming fireside of camp. To tip the balance from African safari to intrepid adventure, fly camping brings you to the very heart of the Katavi wilderness. Guests can enjoy sleeping with only a mosquito net between them and the night sky, the experience of the bush is inimitable. The fabulous bush chefs are on hand for open air meals, and the drinks are ice-cold. It is a combination of this unique isolation and some incredible concentrations of game that makes Katavi such a dream ticket. Chada Katavi Camp itself is very much a traditional tented camp, comfortable but not luxurious, elegantly hosted but still refreshingly simple and earthy. Chada Katavi Camp - All meals, drinks, & laundry Day 9: Arusha Tanzania Today you will head back to Arusha for a relaxing overnight stay at Arusha Coffee Lodge. After checkout procedures at Chada Katavi, you will transfer to the Airstrip for your shared charter flight to Arusha Regional Airport. On arrival, you will collect your bags and meet your driver in the Arrivals area. You will be transferred to your hotel, Arusha Coffee Lodge. Arusha Coffee Lodge is a small, newly refurbished hotel located on a Tanzaniaís largest working coffee plantation on the outskirts of Arusha in Northern Tanzania. The lodge is designed around the original plantation houses, but completely renovated to achieve very high standards of comfort. The dÈcor is luxuriant and stylish. Each of the 20 plantation houses are lavishly furnished and have a split level living area and private deck. They have en-suite facilities, including shower, bath, and separate toilets. The chalets are built on raised wooden platforms, and have log fireplaces, private lounges and large balconies overlooking Mount Meru, and the plantation. The lodge has a swimming pool, boutique shop, restaurant & Safari bar as well as a patisserie. Dining at Arusha Coffee Lodge emphasizes inventively created menus offering the finest ingredients, and wherever possible, locally sourced produce. All menus draw on international themes offering creative food with a modern twist on the classics. With coffee roasters, and a fermentation plant on the estate, guests have the opportunity to observe the roasting process, taste coffee blends, and purchase fresh roasted beans. Optional activities include plantation tours, horse riding, mountain biking, and nature walks on the estate. The Lodge is a mere 2km from Arusha airport, and is thus well placed for guests who need to catch early morning flights. Arusha Coffee Lodge - Bed & breakfast Day 10: Pemba, Mozambique This morning after breakfast and checkout procedures you will meet your driver in the lobby area. You will transfer to the Arusha Regional Airport for your scheduled flight to Dar es Salaam. On arrival, collect your bags and proceed to the Arrivals area. You will be met and transferred to the International Departure Terminal for you onward flight to Pemba, Mozambique. On arrival, pass through Immigration, collect your luggage, and clear Customs. Proceed to the International Arrivals area and meet your driver. He will have a sign with your names on it. After loading your bags, you will be transferred to your hotel, Pemba Beach Resort Hotel. Located in the rustic town of Pemba in northern Mozambique, Pemba Beach Resort Hotel offers guests a choice of well-equipped and furnished rooms overlooking the azure Indian Ocean. A la carte menus and buffets specializing in famous Mozambican cuisine, including seafood, are served in the Quirimbas Restaurant with its lovely alfresco terrace. Pemba Beach Resort Hotel offers the choice of 60 hotel rooms consisting of 20 double rooms, 38 twin rooms, and 2 suites. All rooms are sea facing, with individual balconies or terraces. The bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with bath/shower, air conditioning, mini-bar, satellite TV, direct dial telephone, coffee/tea making facilities, electronic safe, international plug sockets and hair dryer. All rooms have a laundry & valet service. Outside the rooms, manicured lawns stretch down to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. The infinity edge salt-water swimming pool presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy sundowner cocktails whilst admiring the breathtaking view. The resort is ideally situated in close proximity to the numerous attractions and activities of the Mozambican mainland, not to mention a mere boat trip from the spectacular Quirimbas Archipelago with its rich marine life and superb subtropical beaches. The entire region has recently been protected in a huge marine reserve. The Pemba region is one of the prime fishing hot spots anywhere. With the famous St Lazarus Banks on your doorstep, experience superb tag and release sport fishing! Breathtaking coral reefs lie just off the Mozambican coastline with their magnificent display of colorful coral species and thousands of tropical fish - all waiting to be explored. Snorkeling, water skiing, sausage skiing, tube skiing, wind surfing, Hobie-Cat sailing, kayaking (single and double), small fishing boats, island cruising and sunset cruises are some of the exciting activities available at Pemba Beach Resort Hotel. Pemba Beach Resort - Breakfast, dinner (excluding consumption of Crustacean dishes from the Hotel's a la carte menus in restaurants), & non-motorized water sports Days 11 & 12: Quirimbas Archipelago, Mozambique This morning you will move to the Quirimbas Archipelago off the coast and north of Pemba. You will have breakfast and meet your driver to transfer to the Pemba Airport. Here you will meet your scheduled air transfer to Matemo Island. When you arrive, you will be transferred to the resort. The remote Island of Matemo offers idyllic Mozambique island accommodation. Experience an island holiday of unspoiled beauty, breathtaking scenery, spectacular marine life and extreme relaxation. Accommodation consists of a total of 24 thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms fitted with indoor shower and separate bath as well as a private outdoor shower. All chalets are beautifully furnished and are equipped with air conditioning, outdoor hammock, ceiling fans, fully mosquito screened, hair dryer, mini bar, personal electronic safe, satellite TV and the convenience of tea/coffee making facilities. Chalets are set separately from the main building where you'll dine on sublime local seafood fare, relax at the swimming pool and enjoy exotic cocktails at the bar. Activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, and a variety of beach games, deep sea fishing and sunset cruises. You can even take a ìWater Taxiî to Ibo Island for a cultural experience. This is the ultimate in undiscovered Mozambique island adventure. Matemo Island Resort - Breakfast, dinner, & non-motorized water sports Days 13 & 14: Quirimbas Archipelago, Mozambique Today you move to your next fabulous beach destination. After breakfast and a final dip in the pool, you will checkout and transfer to the Matemo Airstrip for your air transfer to Medjumbe Island. On arrival, you will be transferred to your resort. Located on the remote Medjumbe Island - a magical destination with private beaches and countless coves to be discovered - Medjumbe Island Resort is the ideal Mozambique island getaway for those who wish to experience exclusivity and privacy on a remote tropical island. You can discover the blissful surroundings to be experienced. There are a total of 13 thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms fitted with indoor shower and separate bath as well as a private outdoor shower. All chalets are beautifully furnished and are equipped with air conditioning, outdoor hammock, ceiling fans, fully mosquito screened, hair dryer, mini bar, personal electronic safe, satellite TV and the convenience of tea/coffee making facilities. Chalets are set separately from the main building where you'll dine on sublime local seafood fare, relax at the swimming pool and enjoy exotic cocktails at the bar. Spend your days choosing between lazing on the beach or participating in the many optional activities offered at the resort. From world class scuba diving and snorkeling to exhilarating water sports, Medjumbe's incredible location caters for every taste. Medjumbe Island Resort - Breakfast, dinner, & non-motorized water sports Day 15: Depart After two glorious weeks itís time to shake out all the sand, pack up the camera gear, and make ready for the journey home. You will checkout and transfer to the Medjumbe Airstrip for your air transfer back to Pemba on the main land. On arrival, you will connect onto your scheduled flight to Dar es Salaam. When you arrive in Dar es Salaam, pass through Immigration, collect your bags, and clear Customs. Meet your driver in the International Arrivals area. You will be transferred to the Holiday Inn Dar es Salaam. You have a day room to relax and perhaps have a final African meal. You will checkout to meet your driver and transfer back to the Dar es Salaam International Airport in time to meet your late evening departure flight. Holiday Inn Dar es Salaam - Day use Notes: International Flight Schedule - To Be Determined Before You Go to Tanzania Booking Info