Get ready for a Simply Amazing Experience!

This 8-day, 7-night trip through Tanzania and Zanzibar with Your Travelspert is more than just a vacation – it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will ignite your soul and leave you breathless.

Here's a taste of the excitement that awaits:

• Arusha: Kick off your journey in Arusha, where you'll explore the city's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes. 
• Tarangire National Park: Get your safari boots on and prepare for thrilling game drives through Tarangire National Park, home to massive elephant herds and a kaleidoscope of wildlife. 
• Ngorongoro Crater: Descend into the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the "Big Five" – lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards. 
• Lake Manyara National Park: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, where you'll witness incredible birdlife and maybe even spot the famous tree-climbing lions. 
• Zanzibar: Trade your safari hat for a swimsuit and unwind on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar.  Soak up the sun, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and explore the island's fascinating culture. 

This itinerary is the perfect blend of heart-pounding adventure, blissful relaxation, and cultural immersion.  Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime with Your Travelspert!

Terms and Conditions

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is strongly encouraged for all travelers.

Making Payments

Payments are not automatically drafted from your card or account. You will receive automated reminders of your scheduled payments. It is your responsibility to log in and make your scheduled payment by the due date. Two consecutive missed payments without communication to the organizers could result in auto-cancellation of your reservation.

Cancellations & Changes

All payments and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. This means that if you cancel your trip, you will not get a refund for any payments made. If there is a roommate replacement on your reservation, the payments will not be applied to the replacement roommate reservation. The replacement will need to make their own payments.

Any changes and/or cancellations must be in writing. Any changes to your reservation should be sent via email to saetrekstanzania@gmail.com or via WeTravel by sending a message to the organizer. Do not assume your change or cancellation has been received if you send a message via Facebook Messenger. Facebook messages can be missed or lost.

Deposits and Final Payments

A $1500 deposit must be paid in full by July 1st, 2025, to secure your spot on this trip. Your payment is due in full no later than July 1st, 2026.

Check Payments and Returned Checks

For your convenience to avoid credit card processing fees, we are accepting checks as a form of payment. If for any reason your payment is returned by your bank there will be a $35 return payment fee accessed to your reservation.

The Itinerary

Participation in the events listed in this itinerary can only be purchased from the group's organizers. Please note that if you do not purchase the full package, you will not be included in activities booked for the group. This package cannot be broken up or separated in any way not offered in the package pricing. You only have the option to purchase the full package and to add any optional add-ons. The itinerary is subject to change until the final payment is made in full.

Roommate Replacements/Name Changes

Roommate replacements and name changes will be accepted through January 1st, 2026. After this date changes to your reservation are subject to approval and may be denied.

Your Privacy

WeTravel, Simply Amazing Experiences, LLC, and SAE Travels do not store any financial or sensitive user data on WeTravel servers. User data such as credit card numbers, bank accounts, or SSNs are immediately and securely transmitted to our payment provider with bank-grade SSL encryption. Our payment provider in the US is Square (www.square.com), one of the world’s largest payment providers, and it is used by many large internet companies such as Facebook and Twitter. WeTravel, Simply Amazing Experiences, LLC. and SAE Travels do not have access at any point to the user’s financial data.

Credit Card & Check Payments

Payments by credit card will incur a standard 2.9% transaction fee for Visa/Mastercard or 3.9% for AMEX. There are no fees for ACH bank account payments/Check Payments. ACH transfers will not post to your reservation for 5-7 business days.

Requested Attire

An update on attire will be released within one year of the trip.

Travel Requirements

While SAE Travels will assist with providing the details needed to travel, it is the responsibility of each traveler to ensure they meet the necessary requirements to travel to the destination of the trip they are participating in. It will not be the responsibility of SAE Travels if a traveler is denied boarding of aircrafts or denied entry into a country. The outlined cancellation and refund policy will apply to any trip canceled for any reason that is not caused by the trip organizers.

How to Access Your Account

If you did not set up an account during checkout, just go to www.wetravel.com. Click on "Sign In" enter the email you used to book the trip and send yourself a "Set Password" email. Go to your email inbox to find the latest email that will help you set a password. Once you have an account, you will have easy access to your reservation to review and make payments.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Where in Africa will we be staying?

A: We will be staying in Arusha, located in Northeast Tanzania.  Arusha is the capital of the Arusha Region and serves as a gateway to Tanzania's renowned national parks.  We will also be visiting the Zanzibar archipelago, a semi-autonomous region of Tanzania located in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Tanzania.  

Q: What if my roommate needs to cancel?

A: We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise. Please carefully review the cancellation and refund policy outlined in our Terms and Conditions to understand your options. We will do our best to assist you in finding a suitable solution.

Q: Are children and older adults welcome on this trip?

A: While all ages are welcome, we encourage participants to consider the physical demands of this adventure. The itinerary involves travel time and activities that require careful attention and the ability to follow instructions. Please assess your physical capabilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Q: Are meals included in the trip package?

A: Yes, meals are included as follows:

• Days 2-4 and 6-7: Three meals a day are included in your full-board accommodation. 
• Day 5: Lunch is included during your Zanzibar tours and excursions. 
• Days 1 and 8: One meal is included as you will be traveling for a portion of these days. 

Q: Who will be our guides during the safari?

A: Our safari partner is Warrior Adventures, a locally owned Maasai company with expert guides who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for Tanzania's wildlife and culture. 

Q: Can I extend my stay in Tanzania?

A: Absolutely! We can help you arrange additional days and activities to further explore Tanzania's wonders. Please inquire with us for personalized options.

Q: Can the itinerary be modified?

A: The itinerary is designed to provide a comprehensive and well-balanced experience. While the core elements remain fixed, we offer optional add-on activities that you can choose to enhance your journey. Please refer to the itinerary details for available add-on options.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Deposit

A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of $1500 is required to secure your spot on this trip.

Final Payment

The final payment is due on July 1st, 2026.

Cancellation Schedule

• Before July 1st, 2025: If you cancel before the deposit due date, you will forfeit your deposit.
• July 2nd, 2025 - July 2nd, 2026: If you cancel after the deposit due date, you will forfeit your deposit and 100% of any additional payments made.

Missed Payments

Two consecutive missed payments without communication and a new agreed-upon payment plan will result in the automatic cancellation of your reservation.  In this case, the above cancellation schedule applies.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is strongly encouraged to protect your deposit and any monies paid toward this trip.

As of June, 2024 this is the the necessary information needed to travel for United States Citizens to travel to Tanzania

Valid Passport: Ensure your U.S. passport is valid for at least 6 months from your travel date.

Tanzanian Visa: Obtain a tourist visa before your trip.

Flight Itinerary: Provide your flight booking confirmation to verify your period of stay.

Proof of Funds: Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your trip.

Travel Insurance: Although not mandatory, it’s recommended.

Digital Copies: Make digital copies of important documents in case of loss or theft.

Purchasing Travel Protection or Insurance is highly recommended to safeguard your investment in case of unforeseen circumstances. It's always better to be insured and not need it, than to need it and be without it.

For a quote on your package, please click here.

It's advisable to compare travel insurance companies to find the best plan for your needs. For additional options, consider searching for "travel insurance companies," "travel insurance," or "travel protection" online.

If you intend to include your flight in your insurance at a later date, ensure you select a "Comprehensive Plan." Be aware that if you have a pre-existing condition, many plans necessitate purchase within 1-21 days of your initial deposit. Similarly, if you're considering a "Cancel For Any Reason" policy, it also typically requires purchase within the same timeframe.

Be sure to read your plan carefully and contact the insurance company if you have any questions.

The experience is limited to a maximum of 20 adult participants. A waitlist will be implemented once this capacity is reached.

A Warrior Adventures Africa Representative will be at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Meet and greet by your safari driver guide and transfer you to Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha for overnight.

ARUSHA CITY OVERVIEW:

Arusha is Located in north eastern Tanzania, Arusha is the capital of the Arusha Region. The city is situated under the towering giant Mount Meru, and Mount Kilimanjaro is just 82.6km away. Arusha was first settled in the 1830s by maasaitribe in history. According to their oral history, the Maasaioriginated from the lower Nile valley north of Lake Turkana (Northwest Kenya) and began migrating south around the 15th century. They arrived to a long land mass, stretching from what is now northern Kenya to central Tanzania between the 17th and late 18th century.

Accommodations:  Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha

Meals: Breakfast - Unlimited Water 

After breakfast in Arusha and following 3 hours 8 min (139.7 km), we will arrive at Tarangire National Park. In this region, Hemingway often went on big game hunting safaris. After the formation of the national parks in 1970, they turned the seasonal marshes and the endless savannah that one sees today into, once again, profitable hunting grounds. Today however, cameras thankfully have replaced the elephant guns. Tarangire National Park has the highest density of elephants in North Tanzania and you can view these animals all year round, in which the herds often can reach an impressive number of 300 animals. The Tarangire River has water all year round also and during the dry season, between July and October, many animals from the surrounding areas come to the river for drinking. If you visit the park during the dry season, you will witness an unforgettable natural wonder as you can observe wonderful creatures such as lions, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeests and zebras as well as various types of antelopes and gazelles and with a little luck, you can also spot a python! This area is also a haven for bird watchers during the dry season, with over 550 different species including the Maasai Ostrich -the world largest bird. Around lunchtime, you will stop at a suitable picnic place before the afternoon is dedicated to more wildlife watching.

Tarangire National Park is a great place to:

Get out your bird book - you will not be disappointed

Take a stroll with an interpretive guide

Sit back let the prolific wildlife come to you

Enjoy lunch by the Tarangire National park River where you can relax and watch the world go by.

Accommodations:   Bougainvillea Safari Lodge 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Unlimited Water 

After a relaxed breakfast, head towards the Serengeti National Park by way of the beautiful high-lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. 

Leaving the highlands behind, we'll descend into the heart of wild Africa; into the Serengeti National Park with its endless plains rolling in the distance as far as the eye can see. 

We will head to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. The Seronera River provides a valuable water source to this area of the park and attracts wildlife well represented by most of the Serengeti species.

Serengeti National Park is a great place to:

Witness one of the most amazing natural phenomena as a million wildebeest in 40km long columns undertake their 1000km long annual migration through the Serengeti National Park

Tune into the ancient rhythms of the park from the safety of your vehicle as predator versus prey

Climb the kopjes for an awesome view of the Serengeti plains rest yourself to the ultimate Serengeti experience- a hot air balloon ride over the park (extra cost)

Accommodations:   Serengeti heritage camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Unlimited Water 

After breakfast, we will enjoy an early morning game drive along the Sogore River circuit, which loops into the plains south of the Seronera River. This is a good location for spotting lion, gazelle, topi, ostrich, and cheetah. 

The Visitor Center, close to the Serengeti Seronera Lodge and public campsites, is well worth a visit after this morning's game drive. This nicely designed center offers some interesting wildlife displays as well as a gift shop where you can purchase information leaflets and maps of the area. 

In the afternoon, you will follow the Kopjes circuit going counterclockwise around the Maasai Kopjes. On this tour, you will have the chance to view more lions and some formidably large cobra.

Accommodations: Serengeti heritage camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Unlimited Water 

After breakfast, depart to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stop over at Olduvai Gorge which boasts history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here that the anthropologists, Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of Nutcracker Man and Handy Man, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution. 

OLDUVAI GORGE OVERVIEW:

The Olduvai Gorge is a remarkable archaeological site in East Africa and perhaps in the world. It was officially recognized as a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Exposed within the sides of the gorge is a remarkably rich chronicle of human ancestry and the evolution of the Serengeti National park ecosystem.

It was here that Mary and Louis Leakey, over the course of more than 30 years of backbreaking work, unearthed the first well-dated fossils and artifacts of some of our earliest human ancestors. 

Their discoveries include the famous Zinjanthropus(Australopithecus boisei) skull, as well as remains of  Homo habilis, the presumed maker of the numerous early stone tools found in deposits ranging in age from 1.6 to 1.8  million years ago, and Homo erectus, the larger- bodied and larger- brained hominin that preceded the earliest modern humans (Homo sapiens.

Accommodations:   Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Unlimited Water

We will leave this morning on our way to Ngorongoro Crater for full-day game drive.

The Ngorongoro Crater is undoubtedly the best place in Tanzania to view black rhinos as well as large prides of lions that include magnificent black-manned males. It is also home to huge herds of wildebeest and zebra and many other plains game, such as Thomson’s gazelle. An alkaline lake on the floor of the Crater provides a habitat for colorful flamingos and a variety of other water birds. Massive bull elephants feed in the swamps, some adorned with enormous tusks.

Accommodations:  Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Unlimited Water

Maasai Village cultural visit after breakfast: Immerse yourself in authentic Maasai culture as you visit a traditional village, accompanied by an English-speaking guide who lives there himself.

Find yourself in the midst of the daily hustle and bustle of local life as you witness the daily rituals of the Maasai. Once you have drunk your fill of this authentic cultural experience, you can choose to browse through the Maasai Craft Centre and purchase artifacts made by the people you encountered. All proceeds from this go directly to the community.

The Maasai Living a semi-nomadic lifestyle, the Maasai tribe has modernized in some ways but still adheres to many aspects of their traditional culture. Established as fierce warriors, their lively cultural dance, vibrant clothing and beautifully crafted handiwork are recognized worldwide.

The Maasai used to move nomadically with their herds to abundant lush pastures but these days they have built permanent huts or bomas and prefer to stay in one place. They are pastoralists and cattle is essential to their way of life. A man’s success is measured by the number of cattle and offspring he has. As great a status and show of wealth the cattle are, they are also a vital food source. This glimpse of authentic Maasaiculture is a fascinating experience of an ancient way of life that still flourishes today.

In midday we depart to Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha for refresh yourself and at 7:30 Pm you will be picked up at the hotel and taking to Kitamu House restaurants for African dinner. Enjoy the meal and music as much as you wish then when is everyone ready to go to bed then they will be taking to the hotel to sleep.

Accommodations: Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha

Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Unlimited drinking water

Today a dayroom is held at Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha to allowyou to relax and check out late in the day. Day Room only, avehicle is on hand to transfer you to Kilimanjaro International airport for your departure flight back home.

Option- Maasai Market Curios, Crafts and Cultural Heritage Centre: 

Start the day by browsing for souvenirs and quirky treasures in Maasai Market Curios and Crafts, a maze of stalls packed with Tanzanian wares. Exploring the market is the chance to strike up a conversation with a local and pick up mementos.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch