Escorted Tours 2023-24 1st Edition

Serengeti National Park Mount Kilimanjaro Ngorongoro Crater Maasai tribe people Meal plan: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners Accommodation: Arusha, 4 H The Arusha Hotel Tarangire, Burunge Tented Camp Karatu, Marera Valley Lodge Serengeti, 3 H Serengeti Tortilis Camp Karatu, 3 H Kitela Lodge Kilimanjaro, 3 H Kia Lodge Flights: London Heathrow to Tanzania with Qatar Airways (via Doha). Regional flights available, please see page 168-169 Tour pace: Intermediate and an unforgettable two night stay in the heart of the wild Africa. Day 6: Serengeti National Park B/L/D The Serengeti – meaning ‘endless plains’ in Masai – stretches over 1.5 million hectares and is home to the annual Great Migration, in which over two million antelope travel north up to the Masai Mara, following the ancient rhythms of the African seasons. This really is one of the greatest shows on earth. The Serengeti is also renowned for its predators, especially lions. Watch these majestic creatures in their natural habitat alongside leopards, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas, giraffe, zebras, buffalo and many more against the spectacular backdrop of rolling grasslands dotted with flat-top acacia trees and rocky outcrops. Today’s full day safari is a highlight of the tour and a once in a lifetime experience. Return to your lodge this evening for dinner. Day 7: Serengeti National Park to Karatu B/L/D Today you will leave the Serengeti and travel to the Ngorongoro Crater. Over three million years old, this ancient crater is the largest caldera – collapsed volcano – in the world and home to the highest density of lions and predators on the planet. Endangered black rhino are protected within the crater, hippos cool themselves in the soda lakes whilst giant-tusked elephants roam the grasslands and leopards recline on acacia trees in the enchanting Lerai forest. A truly magical day of safari awaits. Afterwards ascend the ridge to spend your last night up in the mountains for dinner and evening at your hotel. Day 8: Karatu to Kilimanjaro B/L/D This morning will be at leisure before departing for your overnight stay in Kilimanjaro at the Kia Lodge where you will stay for dinner. Day 9: Kilimanjaro to the UK B Depart early this morning for your return flight to the UK, via Doha, or continue on to your chosen extension. Departures & from prices 5 Jun 23 £3,399 6 May 24 £2,799 12 Jun 23 £3,399 3 Jun 24 £3,699 18 Sep 23 £3,399 10 Jun 24 £3,699 23 Oct 23 £3,399 16 Sep 24 £3,599 13 Nov 23 £2,999 21 Oct 24 £3,599 19 Feb 24 £3,499 11 Nov 24 £3,099 22 Apr 24 £2,899 • Tipping paid locally £48 pp per tour • A single supplement starts from just £269 Extend your tour Zanzibar beach stay 3 nights, 5 H Half Board from £869 or 5 nights, 5 H Half Board from £999 Private Tour Upgrade Upgrade to a private tour to include your own guide and transport, plus your choice of departure date from £699 Africa 143 Hundreds of escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk