Lions, Leopards & Rhino Tour Itinerary

Lions, Leopards & Rhino Tour Itinerary
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Duration:	10 days - Arusha to Arusha
Countries Visited:	Tanzania
Age Guide:	Child 5-11 years Adult 12-65 years
Max Group Size:	10
Transport:	4x4 Safari Vehicle, On Foot
Accommodation:	Lodge (2 Nights), Camping (7 Nights)
What's Included:	Breakfast Daily - All Meals Whilst Camping/On Safari - National Park and Reserve Entrance Fees - All Activities and Entrance Fees as Per Itinerary - Escorted Tour - Tour Leader/Driver and Camp Assistant/Cook - Airport Transfers - Game Drives in National Parks
Local Payment:	NO LOCAL PAYMENT
Highlights:	Tanzania - Tarangire National Park - Game Drives - Serengeti National Park - Wildebeest Migration (Feb to May) - Ngorongoro Crater - Olduvai Gorge - Manyara National Park
Optional Highlights:	No optional highlights
Meeting Point:	Moivaro Coffee Lodge P.O Box 11297 Tel: +255 27 2553242 Directions from Arusha town: Take Moshi Road, 5Kms from Arusha town to Moivaro before the first bridge OR before Tengeru on your right side take the rough road and you will see the sign board written Moivaro Coffee Lodge Plantation. Directions from Kilimanjaro airport: After Tengeru on left side take the rough road few minutes you will see Moivaro sign board.
Introduction:	Tanzania, with one of the largest populations of wildlife in the world, is an animal paradise, an ideal place to introduce your family to the vast array of African animals, and to explore some of the national parks that Tanzania is famous for. We look for leopards in Tarangire National Park, before continuing to the Serengeti National Park home to lions, zebras, gazelles, impala, buffalos and many more animals. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best wildlife viewing areas, with over 30,000 animals where you may even see black rhinos. Our next stop is Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, so keep your eyes peeled! Our tour ends back in Arusha, but you may like to add on a trip to the exotic spice island of Zanzibar, famous for the fascinating and ancient Stone Town, and palm fringed sandy beaches.
Day 1:	Arrival to Arusha. On arrival you will be picked up from the airport and taken to the lodge. The afternoon is at leisure to relax before the start of the tour. There will be a Pre Departure Meeting held at the Joining Hotel at 6pm. Arusha is a small African town nestled in the shadow of Mount Meru with commanding views of the mighty Kilimanjaro Accommodation: Lodge
Day 2:	Arusha to Tarangire National Park. This morning after breakfast, you will be picked up from the lodge in Arusha at 8am by your guide and driven to Tarangire National Park. In the afternoon we go on a game drive. Tarangire National Park gets its name from the river that threads its way through it. The park has one of the highest animal concentrations during the dry season. There are herds of elephants, buffalos, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and Elands, and leopards can be seen all through the year. For the bird enthusiast, the park offers over 300 species of birds. The vegetation in Tarangire is primarily acacia, mixed woodland, dense elephant grass along the river and numerous baobab trees. Accommodation: Campsite in Tarangire National Park (tents with basic washing facilities) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Day 3:	Serengeti National Park. In the early morning we continue to Serengeti National Park. We have a packed lunch and a game drive en route. Serengeti National Park sprawls across 14.763 sq km (5.757 sq miles) and is Tanzania’s largest and most famous national park. The chief herbivore of the Serengeti is the wildebeest of which there are up to two million. The amazing annual migration of wildebeest herds is one of the biggest attractions of the Serengeti. It begins at the Serengeti National Park near the Kenyan border, when huge herds of wildebeests head for greener pastures in Kenya. Starting in April each year, these animals migrate across the Serengeti's southern plains accompanied by zebras, antelopes, gazelles, lions and tourists. The park is also famous for its lions, which can be tracked due to the fact that many have collars fitted with transmitters, as well as cheetah and large herds of giraffe. Accommodation: Seronera Campsite or similar (tents with basic washing facilities) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Days 4 & 5:	Serengeti National Park. We spend the next two days on game drives in the morning and in the afternoon. The Serengeti is renowned for its annual wildebeest migration and large predator population. From February to May, a herd of over a million wildebeests migrate for the Western corridor of the park in search of greener pastures. Serengeti’s other common animals include lions, leopards, zebras, Thompson gazelles, impala, Grant’s gazelles and buffalos. Most of the park is open grassland broken by isolated granite kopies (hills) and patches of acacias woodlands. Accommodation: Campsite in Serengeti National Park (tents with basic washing facilities) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Day 6:	Ngorongoro Crater. After breakfast and a morning game drive we depart for the Ngorongoro Crater. On route we stop at Olduvai Gorge to visit the site where the Leaky family discovered the “Early East African Man”. Those interested can visit the museum on site (own cost) before dinner and overnight at the campsite. Being one of the largest calderas in the world, 20 km (12.4 miles) wide, 600m (1.968ft) tall, with a variety of animals and vegetation, Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most visited areas. The vegetation includes grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans and a freshwater lake and has been compared to Noah's Ark and the Garden of Eden. You will have no trouble finding lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and many of the plains herbivores such as wildebeest, Thomson's gazelle, zebra and reedbuck, as well as thousands of flamingo wading in the shallows of Lake Magadi, the soda lake on the floor of the crater. Within the steep walls of the crater you will find considerable movement of animals and you may well come across local Masai tribes people, who have grazing rights here, tending their cattle. Accommodation: Simba Campsite or similar (tents with basic washing facilities) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Day 7:	Ngorongoro Crater. This morning we enjoy a half day game drive in the crater. Ngorongoro Crater is also one of the best Wildlife viewing areas where Black Rhinos can be seen in Tanzania. The crater at 2.286m above sea level is the largest unbroken Calderas in the world. Surrounded by very steep walls, it covers 260 sq kms and is home to over 30.000 animals, almost half of them being zebra and wildebeest. Ngorongoro is listed as a World Heritage site. Accommodation: Simba Campsite or similar (tents with basic washing facilities) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Day 8:	Manyara National Park. Today we depart for the Manyara National Park with a packed lunch en-route. Later in the afternoon we enter the park for a game drive around Lake Manyara. Lake Manyara National Park is well known for its tree-climbing lions. The park covers 390 sq km and is a sanctuary to over 400 species of bird life that include pink flamingos, pelicans, storks, ibis and Egyptian geese. There is also a huge herd of buffalo and elephant. Accommodation: Twiga Campsite or similar (tents with basic washing facilities) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Day 9:	Manyara Narional Park to Arusha. We depart for Arusha after breakfast, and on arrival you will be dropped off at our lodge to relax for the remainder of the day & try to remember all the animals seen on our wildlife adventure. Breakfast and lunch included, dinner is at your own expense
Day 10:	Arusha. Today you will be dropped off at Kilimanjaro airport for your flight onwards.
Finishing Point:	Moivara Coffee Lodge P.O Box 11297 Ph: +255 27 2553242
Please Note:	Please be aware that arrival times and the itinerary may change due to unforeseen delays or events such as festivals and public holidays. However, we shall endeavour to ensure all sites are visited and that your tour runs as smoothly as possible but please note that Africa does not run like clockwork, therefore do not expect the streamlined travel arrangements associated with some other continents. Things do not always go to plan; there will be times when you will need to be patient and philosophical about your travels. Conditions in Africa can vary dramatically; for example, whilst we always try to use the best campsites, there is a big difference between those found in Eastern Africa to those found in Southern Africa, which are generally better. Be flexible, you will enjoy your tour much more. Kumuka makes a point of visiting the indigenous populations of each country you visit, in order to give a true reflection of the country; please treat the local people and their customs with respect. Lastly, your tour leader is always conscious of everybody's views, but sometimes he/she will have to make an unpopular decision and your understanding will be appreciated in these circumstances.
Non Participation Safari:	This is a non participation safari, and so your guide/driver and camp assistant/cook will be responsible for setting up the overnight camps (tents, chairs, tables), cooking meals and cleaning dishes afterwards, tidying up the campsite before leaving and packing and unpacking of the vehicle. However, you are more than welcome to help with the camp duties, and may find you enjoy getting involved!
What is not included:	Flights, visas, pre/post accommodation, insurance, tips, souvenirs, optional activities, and all drinks and items of a personal nature.

Pre Departure Information Follows


Pre Departure Meeting:	The Pre-Departure meeting is held at 6pm on day ONE the scheduled departure date at the meeting point. The pre-departure meeting is held to discuss the tour itinerary in more detail, meet your crew and fellow passengers. In addition the crew will check that all passengers have the necessary travel documents, insurance and immunization certificates for the tour. It is IMPORTANT that you attend this meeting. Please advise KUMUKA or your AGENT if you CANNOT attend this meeting. All passengers MUST bring: 1. Passport 2. Vaccination Certificate 3. Travel Voucher 4. Travel Insurance Policy
Insurance:	Travel insurance is compulsory for all tours. All clients MUST be insured to cover personal accident, medical expenses, cancellation, curtailment, repatriation, etc. Also, be aware that many activities such as trekking, bungy jumping or white water rafting may not be covered on your insurance policy. If you plan on doing any of these activities please purchase additional insurance. We recommend that you have a photocopy of this document, which you keep separate from the original. If you have not already arranged your own travel insurance then Kumuka can do this for you. Please visit http://www.kumuka.com/Travel-Insurance.aspx for more details or contact your nearest Kumuka office. Please Note: You will not be permitted to join a Kumuka Tour without travel insurance.
Passport:	Your passport is a valuable document and you should exercise extreme care in keeping it safe. We recommend that you keep your passport on you at all times, preferably in a money belt that is worn under your clothing. We advise that you take copies of relevant pages in your passport and any visas that you may purchase in case of loss or damage. Your tour leader will require your passport details at the pre-departure meeting. Again, we recommend that you have a photocopy of all passport details, kept separate. Your passport must be valid for six months after the END of your tour, and must have one blank page for each country to be visited.
Visa Requirements:	It is important that you obtain the appropriate visas before you embark on your Africa trip. Country entry regulations change daily, www.kumuka.com provides up-to-date visa information. Please consult your Travel Agent or relevant embassy for all details such as opening hours or costs. EACH CLIENT IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING ALL NECESSARY VISAS BEFORE JOINING A TOUR. Kumuka does not accept responsibility for changes in regulations or requirements for visas. The information provided is given in good faith. Please ensure you have US Dollars CASH to pay for your visas.
Medical Information and Vaccinations:	The following information is a guideline only. Kumuka Worldwide are not medical professionals and we strongly advise you make an appointment with your GP or Traveller’s Medical Centre at least TWO months prior to your departure date. Vaccinations: You must have an International Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if crossing borders within Africa and to enter Tanzania. Southern African countries i.e. South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe DO NOT need the International Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if you are only travelling between these countries. Compulsory Inoculations: Yellow Fever if you are arriving from an infected area. Please refer to your GP or Immunization Clinic. To enter Tanzania you are required to show proof of Yellow fever vaccination. Strongly Recommended: Diphtheria, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Meningitis, Hepatitis A & B, Yellow Fever. These may vary from country to country, please consult your GP or local Travel Clinic. - A dental check-up prior to travelling. - That you know your blood group in case of emergency. - That if you have any pre-existing medical conditions which might affect you on tour, you make these known to your tour leader and your agent/Kumuka at the time of your booking. You can also visit www.kumuka.com for further details. Medical Supplies: Each Kumuka vehicle has a well-equipped medical kit that by law must remain sealed and can only be used in an emergency. We advise that all passengers bring along their own personal first aid kit. Below is a list of some recommended items: Band Aids/Bandages, Laxatives, Upset stomach remedy, Anti-diarrhea remedy, Panadol/Aspirin, Rehydration remedy, Antiseptic cream/powder, Sterile dressing, Any relevant course of medication such as contraceptive pills. A complete Travellers Medical Pack can be purchased at most Vaccination Centres, Chemists and outdoor travel shops.
Malaria:	Anti-malaria tablets are essential. Get professional advice from your GP or Travel Clinic about types of tablets, as resistant strains exist. These tablets may need to be taken at least 1 week before travelling to Africa, during your travels and sometimes for 4 weeks after leaving a malaria area. DO NOT forget to follow your prescribed routine. DO NOT CHANGE THE ROUTINE, once prescribed by your Doctor. As there is considerable resistance in parts of Africa, the only effective prevention is to NOT get bitten. Dusk till dawn is the time when mosquito's bite therefore, always protect your self with repellents and long clothing during this time. Malaria is the most common serious ailment that affects our clients; do not expose yourself to unnecessary risk.
Climate Information:	As a general rule when travelling, it is worthwhile being prepared for all types of weather. Keep a lightweight waterproof jacket/poncho – this should prepare you for all seasons! For detailed climate information about the areas you are travelling to, please visit our website www.kumuka.com
Security:	Whilst all Kumuka Worldwide vehicles have secure doors and are fully lockable, it always pays to be cautious. Do not bring any unnecessary valuables such as jewellery or electronic equipment with you. Be aware of your surroundings and keep your personal belongings close to you at all times as pickpockets operate everywhere, particularly in built-up tourist areas. A money belt or something similar worn close to your body is the best way to carry passports and other important documents. DO NOT be overt about how much money you are carrying or walk around with your camera dangling around your neck, no matter where you are travelling on the globe, you will be a walking target for opportunistic thieves. If staying in hotels, do not leave your valuables in the room, make use of the safety deposit boxes available. Likewise, do not leave ANYTHING of value in your tent unattended, leave these onboard the truck in the safe.
Books and Reading Material:	You might like to read up on the destinations that you are about to visit as these cities all have interesting sites and histories. We recommend a variety of guidebooks such as Lonely Planet, The Rough Guide and Insight Guides. All these publications have good general information as well as more specific country information that will help orientate you in the countries you visit.
Money:	Currency and how much to take is something that we’re always asked about. We hope that the following information will assist with your budgeting. Please keep in mind that only YOU will know how much you’ll spend on souvenirs, drinks, meals off the truck, internet fees etc. It’s always best to allow for more than you think you’ll need rather than go without. Our recommendation is to allow for at least US$20 to US$25 per day for incidentals over and above the cost of the relevant local payment, optional excursions and visa fees which should be budgeted for separately. There will be days when you’ll not spend anything and other days when you may blow your budget entirely on that souvenir that you have to have or a round of drinks for your fellow travellers. US Dollars CASH is the most widely accepted currency in most parts of Africa. Please ensure that all notes are clean and printed AFTER 2001. Small denominations are best for changing into local currencies and tipping i.e. US$5, US$10 & US$20. Where visas are required (refer to our visa guide) you can pay with US$50 notes however keep in mind that it is ALWAYS best to have the correct denomination as you will find immigration officials rarely have change available. When changing money from USD to local currency be aware that you will NOT be able to change back to USD or into another currency, what money you don’t spend will be useless after you’ve left that country. It is also often a good idea to join forces with other travellers to do one large money change transaction, thus avoiding excess conversion fees. If you are travelling to South Africa or Namibia you can easily withdraw Rand from an ATM in South Africa or Namibia, just be mindful of security when doing this. Other currencies accepted but not as popular are Pounds and Euros, however you will find the exchange rate is not as favourable as USD. Do not rely on credit cards for payment nor the use of working ATM’s to withdraw money as it is very common for the card facility to NOT be working when you most need it. There have also been instances of credit card fraud and many ATM’s have been tampered with in the major cities. Where credit cards ARE accepted you will find that VISA CARD is more widely known than Mastercard or Cirus Traveller’s cheques are not widely accepted and when the facility is available often you will receive a much lower rate of exchange. If you do wish to take traveller’s cheques, we recommend taking 10% to 20% of your overall budget to use in case of emergency. NOTE: - For passengers joining or visiting Victoria Falls, please do not change any USD to local currency without speaking with your tour leader first.
Local Customs:	Please use your discretion and be sensitive to cultural differences in the countries that you visit, in particular visits to religious buildings and when taking photographs. Your Tour Leader will advise you of any specific customs to observe.
Luggage:	How much should I take? MAXIMUM BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE is a 12kg limit per person, if you have excess luggage this can be stored in Arusha. A frameless or internally framed backpack is the best way to carry your belongings since it is easy to lift on and off vehicles. Please note that we do not recommend that passengers bring suitcases. A small daypack is practical for keeping general items (e.g. camera, books, wallets etc.) at hand when your main pack is out of reach. It is also handy for day trips and excursions. We also recommend that you keep your passport, credit cards travellers cheques etc. on you at all times, preferably in a money belt worn under your clothes. You might be tempted to buy a few souvenirs here and there, so leave a little room for those extra purchases!! NOTE: Sleeping bags are provided for each person on this tour.
Personal Effects:	We suggest that you take into account the time of year you will be travelling, and pack accordingly to the season. Quick drying clothes are recommended, and at many campsites there are laundry facilities. Your tour leader will advise where this is possible. Contrary to expectations it does get cold in Africa. Southern Africa, particularly South Africa and Namibia get quite cold at night between June and August. Mount Kilimanjaro will be cold at night all year round, due to the extreme altitude. You will need to bring your warmest clothes. Personal Effects: Torch (we recommend a head torch), camera & film, spare passport photos, water bottle, money belt, sewing kit, sunhat/sunglasses, discman/MP3 player, books, wet ones, tissues, soap to wash clothes, writing materials, swiss army knife, calculator, personal toiletries, including tampons, contraceptives, insect repellent, sunscreen. NOTE: If you wear glasses, it is advisable to bring a spare pair since opticians are uncommon. If you wear contact lenses you may find that climatic changes and dust can create visual irritation, therefore, it is advisable to bring a pair of glasses.
Accommodation:	Accommodation included is lodge based in Arusha then on our camping safaris it is 2 guests per 3-man dome tents, fitted with mosquito nets. Mattresses, blankets, pillows and bed sheets are provided. Tables, camp chairs, cooking equipment / utensils, cutlery & crockery, gaslamps etc are provided.
Time:	For detailed information see www.timezoneconverter.com or www.timeanddate.com
Language:	English is widely spoken in the countries we visit in Africa but you might like to take the time before your trip to read up on the country you will be visiting and perhaps learn a few words of the language. Your effort will always be welcomed and will make your trip all the more enjoyable.
Photography:	Africa has some of the most spectacular photographic opportunities in the world. To capture these scenes you will need to bring a camera with a good zoom lens. For game photography, a 200mm lens or higher is recommended. Tripods tend to be bulky and cumbersome and a versatile beanbag is a good substitute. If you are using print film, all supplies plus any filters and other accessories should be obtained prior to departure. We do not recommend that you develop your film whilst in East Africa, as the standards vary considerably and are often unreliable. NOTE:- Protect your camera from the elements, particularly dust, as getting your camera repaired will be impossible in most places. A good idea is to use an old tea towel or t-shirt to wrap your camera up inside it’s dustproof camera bag when not in use. Please remember, we are guests in the countries through which we travel and we may sometimes inadvertently cause offence by taking photographs without first asking permission. It is absolutely forbidden by law to take photos at any borders, as they are all active military installations
Tipping and Bargaining:	For many, tipping is a means of supplementing their wage and is a normal part of payment for goods and services. Be sure to keep small denomination notes or coins on you to avoid embarrassment. Sales and service taxes are imposed in some restaurants and bars. Bargaining is also expected and in all markets prices are inflated to accommodate such a practice. Rule of thumb is to cut the offer in half and work upwards. This can sometimes be hard work but do not let yourself be intimidated by stallholders, you can always say no and walk away. The tips below are purely given as a guideline. Poor service should result in lower tips; in serious circumstances a report should be lodged with local ground staff or on the feedback form. We recommend the following amounts are not exceeded except in special circumstances. ALL prices are PER day PER GROUP (so split between the number of passengers each day) – generally paid as a total sum in USD at the end of each trip. Suggested tipping for all routes on Kilimanjaro Guide USD$ 15 Cook USD$ 10 Assistant Guide USD$ 10 Porters USD$ 7 – NOTE there will be at least 2 porters per trekker Suggested tipping for all Gorilla treks Guide USD$ 15 Assistants USD$ 10 Suggested tipping for all driver/guides on lodge based and family tours Guide USD$ 15-20
Drug Policy:	Under no circumstances are any illegal drugs allowed on any part of the trip. Anyone discovered in possession of any such drugs, will be asked to leave the tour immediately without question or refund.
Staying in Touch:	Whilst on tour you will probably want to stay in touch with family and friends. There are several ways of doing this: Mobile Phone – Before departing your home country check with your phone supplier to see if it compatible with the mobile phone networks in the countries that you are traveling to, and how much will it cost to use abroad. Email – Internet Cafes are very cheap and popular, and you are sure to come across several during your tour. If you haven’t done so already, set up a free Google Mail, Hotmail, or Yahoo email account which you can then access from any computer. Internet Cafes will charge a nominal fee for using their computers. Within Europe some hotels charge a wifi connection fee and we cannot guarantee a wifi connection at all hotels we use. Twitter – A method of communication that is rapidly gaining in popularity on the Internet especially amongst travelers. Twitter allows you to send short messages and update your friends and family with where you are on tour and what you are doing. Create your free account at http://twitter.com. Visit Kumuka’s page on Twitter at http://twitter.com/kumuka Facebook – Very popular website that allows you to upload stories, get in touch with fellow travellers before and after your Kumuka tour, upload photos and videos to share with other travellers, your family and friends. To create a free account, go to www.facebook.com and then become a fan of Kumuka’s Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/Kumuka-Worldwide/26617121087?ref=ts Postcards – The good ol’ fashioned postcard. But you will probably get home before the postcard does!
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