Delighting the senses in Tanzania
Delighting the senses
in Tanzania
The attraction of Tanzania lies in its sights but kindle the other senses with the likes of fine local fare and dinner under the stars and a lifelong love affair is ignited.
The gateway to all this is opened when landing in Arusha, known for its coffee plantations that tempt a tour. Four wild and wonderful safari locations – Chem Chem Concession, Ngorongoro Crater, Northern Serengeti and Mwiba Wildlife Reserve – then set the heart aflutter with game drives and time befriending local tribes.
But between these encounters, when it’s time to recharge, dinner dates in unique dining spots highlight the best of Tanzanian cuisine – guaranteed to occupy the daydreams of any foodie.
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Where you’ll be going
Get to know where you'll be exploring in Tanzania, from Arusha's coffee estates to the largest intact caldera in the world - Ngorongoro.
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![Mount Meru in Arusha, Tanzania under a clear sky with forests and a glimpse of a road in the foreground]()
DAY 1
Arusha
Stay at: Legendary LodgeDespite being the gateway to Tanzania’s safari scene, Arusha comes prepared with its own highlights to prompt staying a little while, from climbing Mount Meru to exploring the wealth of coffee and flower estates.
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![Pink flamingos on Lake Manyara under a pink sky with one flying overhead]()
Day 2 - 3
Chem Chem Concession
Stay at: Chem Chem LodgeA landscape of a seemingly endless horizon between Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara, this concession sits right in the heart of the migration corridor.
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![A close up of antelopes]()
DAY 4 - 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Stay at: Wilderness Collection - Craters EdgeSuperlative in name and nature, the Ngorongoro – the largest intact caldera in the world – is said to have been higher than Kilimanjaro before it erupted.
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![A male and female lion laid on grass in the Serengeti National Park]()
DAY 6 - 8
Northern Serengeti
Serengeti BushtopsThe place to be at one with nature, where herds of two million strong crowd the plains each year and carnivores roam the 350,000 acres of the Grumeti Reserve.
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![The side profile of a cheetah in grassland]()
DAY 9 - 12
Mwiba Wildlife Reserve
Stay at: Mwiba LodgeOver 30 freshwater springs that form seasonal rivers are the lifeblood of this reserve, making it rich in both flora and fauna.
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![A man and a woman in a coffee estate with the woman looking at coffee plants]()
4:45pm
After a day recovering from the overnight flight, today was all about the beauty of Arusha. It’s more than just a stopover before a safari; today we had lunch in the pretty gardens of our lodge before a guided tour of a nearby coffee plantation. Our other options to choose from before arrival included a cultural tour of the city or simply relaxing in the spa, but my inner caffeine connoisseur was crying out to be heard.
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![A giraffe and antelope walking in front of two tourists and a Maasai guide]()
8:00pm
We arrived in the Chem Chem Concession just in time for lunch, after which we were treated to massages – deep tissue to really loosen up those knots. We then dove right in with a walking safari with a Maasai guide who helped us to track giraffes. Now it’s time for sundowners in preparation for tomorrow, that starts with a sunrise hill climb followed by a game drive and breakfast in the bush.
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![An outdoor dining set up on a platform hanging over greenery with a sweeping view of trees and the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater]()
10:15am
The Ngorongoro Crater is truly one of the most scenic places I’ve ever been. Our lodge is right on the edge so the views are some of the best you can get and it only takes a short time to get to the crater floor for game drives and delectable picnics (including an incredibly unique barbeque lunch) put together by the gourmet restaurant here.
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![A luxury picnic with candles set up on top of a rock formation with sweeping views of the Serengeti]()
2:30pm
We’ve had a full few days in the Northern Serengeti and got very lucky on the game drives, but I think it’s been the time out of the jeep that has truly made time here special. On our first night, we had sundowners at Simba’s Rock, and this morning we took to the skies on a hot air balloon safari that made the migration herds look tiny. Tonight, we’ve got dinner under the stars in our own private natural amphitheatre.
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![Three Hadzabe tribe members walking through tall grass]()
7:00pm
We’re getting ready to leave now, but the best experience was definitely saved until last. We rose early for a visit with the Hadzabe Tribe – one of the last hunters-gatherer tribes in Tanzania. Our guide helped us track down the tribe’s hunters and we joined them as they foraged, before returning to their home where we were told stories of their ancestors.
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![Africa, Luxury Tanzania Holidays, Serengeti Pioneer Camp, View at Sunrise]()
TanzaniaElewana Serengeti Pioneer CampReflecting the bygone elegance of 1930’s mobile camps, this close-to-nature enclave in the South Central Serengeti comprises twelve tented accommodations including a two-bedroom family tent, all complete with en suite showers, hot water via solar panels and period-style furnishings including a writing desk with stationery set.
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![A woman on a foragging walk with three members of the Hadzabe tribe demonstrating medicinal plant properties]()
Spend quality time with one of Tanzania’s last hunter-gatherer tribes – the HadzabeLiving life in the Tanzanian wilderness, the Hadzabe define what it means to live off the land. Join the tribe’s hunters, alongside a guide, as they forage for food and explain what plants the tribe use as medicines before heading back to hear stories of their past.
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![The basket and base of a hot air balloon floating over a herd of wildebeest with a vast horizon of grasslands and trees behind]()
Get a birds eye view of the Great MigrationFrom the basket of a hot air balloon, soar over the Serengeti for a sunrise safari. After the flight, enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush before either continuing on a game drive or returning for a leisurely morning.
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![The vast landscape of Ngorongoro Crater with grassland and trees stretching to mountains on the horizon beneath blue and cloudy sky]()
Savour a barbecue lunch on the Ngorongoro Crater floorA delightful upgrade from the picnics usually enjoyed in this area, guests of Wilderness Collection – Craters Edge enjoy a barbecue lunch right in the heart of the crater. Provided by the lodge’s gourmet restaurant, the ingredients celebrate the best of Tanzania’s fare.
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![A woman with two Maasai men watching five giraffes amongst grasslands and trees]()
Welcome sunrise from a hilltop perch before a Maasai-led walking safariAs the sky starts to wake, lace up some walking boots to hike to the top of a nearby hill to watch the sunrise before descending for a champagne breakfast. Later, meet up with a member of the Maasai for a walking safari tracking down elegant giraffes.
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![A safari car behind grazing wildebeest]()
Traverse some of Tanzania’s most renowned game driving spotsFrom dusty savannahs to the banks of the Mara River, Tanzania’s varied landscapes make every game drive a fruitful one whether heading out early to watch the wildlife wake or staying up into the night to see the nocturnal world come to life.
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![A private dining table set up in the middle of a rock formation surrounded by trees and candles]()
Dine under the stars in a natural amphitheatreAfter dark, head to a private spot practically a stone’s throw from Serengeti Bushtops Camp to savour a delectable al fresco dinner beneath a rock formation named after the delicate antelope that frequent the area – Klipspringer.
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