Join the women’s travel club for a fabulous tour of one of Africa’s premier destinations, Tanzania! This tour features a full immersion into the incredible abundance of biodiversity and sweeping vistas of the mighty Serengeti landscapes while learning about the local Maasai culture. A truly bucket list event awaits you in the from of a hot air balloon ride over the majestic plains followed by a champagne breakfast! A little part of your heart will always remain in Africa after this magical 12-day tour!
INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
- 11 Nights deluxe accommodations
- Airport assistance and transfers
- All meals
- Complimentary mineral water in safari vehicle
- Window seat guaranteed in 4X4 game view vehicles
- Unlimited game drives
- Walking safaris and tours
- Canoeing safari
- Maasai village visit
- Local lunch and tuk tuk tour at Mto wa Mbu
- Hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti plains followed by Champagne breakfast
- Emergency evacuation coverage
- Gratuities
- English speaking driver/guide
- Women’s Travel Club tour host
ITINERARY
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Day 1 – Welcome to Tanzania!
Upon arrival at the airport today you will be met by a local guide and transfer to your hotel. The adventure begins tonight. We will have…
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Day 2 – Arusha National Park
After breakfast drive the short distance to Arusha National Park where you head out on an easy walking safari with an armed ranger. Walk through open…
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Day 3 – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast depart towards Lake Manyara National Park for game drives of this very diverse park. If you are lucky you may see the famous tree…
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Day 4 – Maasai Village
Early morning meet your Maasai guide and continue down to a Boma (mud dwelling) for an introduction into the Maasai way of life, beliefs and rituals….
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Day 5 – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning wake-up call with bird chorus. After breakfast you head via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the endless plains of Serengeti. Game drive en-route to central…
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Day 6 – Balloon Safari
Early morning head out for a Balloon flight. View the Serengeti plains from a hot air balloon followed by champagne breakfast on the landing site. A…
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Day 7 – Serengeti National Park
A full day of game drives in Serengeti National Park. You will be game driving from central Serengeti to western Serengeti stopping along the way to…
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Day 8 – Serengeti National Park
A full day of game drives in Serengeti National Park. You will be game driving from central Serengeti to western Serengeti stopping along the way to…
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Day 9 – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast game drives en-route out of the Serengeti, heading back through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Ngorongoro Crater. Continue to the crater rim and…
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Day 10 – Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning descend into the crater for game drives. There are 25,000 large mammals residing in the park. The elephants are mainly bulls, females stay out…
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Day 11 – Arusha
After breakfast head to the Ngorongoro forest near Karatu town for a short walk to the Endoro waterfalls and elephant caves. You will then start your…
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Day 12 – Arusha Depart
After breakfast enjoy a morning tour of Arusha town – visiting Cultural Heritage, Maasai curio market, Local market, clock tower. Lunch will be at a local…
**Prices are subject to change and availability. Space is limited and activities and specific hotels are subject to change. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
DETAILS & PRICING
Rates
Double Occupancy – $10,299 CAD per person (sharing a room) – approx. $7600 USD
Single Occupancy – $11,249 CAD per person (your own room) – approx. $8300 USD
If you would like the double occupancy rate but don’t have a roommate we will match you with a suitable roommate. The single occupancy rate will give you your own room. Single occupancy may be limited. CAD = Canadian dollars. USD = United States of America dollars. Conversion to USD is approximated by current exchange rates and subject to change. You will be charged in CAD and your bank may charge a slightly different rate or fees.
Payment of $500 due at time of booking.
Final payment due – April 1, 2023
*All payments are non-refundable Please see full terms and conditions. Prices are subject to change and availability.
Booking Deadline
Book by April 1, 2023. After this date space may be limited and subject to availability.
Activity Level
Low – Moderate Activity
Most of the safari takes place in vehicles. There are a couple of shorter walking tours at a relaxed pace.
Group Size
Minimum – 8 members
Maximum – 12 members
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Visa/passport handling fees
- Meals not listed in itinerary
- Alcoholic and other Beverages*
- Gratuities on personal purchases
- Optional Activities
- Expenses of a Personal Nature
- Early check-in and late check-out of hotel
*No Drinks are included apart from 1 liter mineral water per person per day in the safari vehicle. Juice/tea/instant coffee are included at service breakfast only. All other drinks: Soft drinks, juices, alcohol, tea, coffee and specialty coffee such as cappuccino/filter/espresso etc are excluded and payable direct at the properties.
Tour Host
Women’s Travel Club tours are hosted tours. Your tour host is in addition to local tour guides. Your Women’s Travel Club tour host is your tour concierge and there to make sure every part of the tour runs smoothly. Our trained hosts are seasoned travelers who are with you every step of your tour so that you only have to worry about enjoying yourself and having fun.
The Women’s Travel Club Tour Host for this tour is Kirsten.
Roommate Matching Policy
Roommate matching is done as a courtesy and while most matches result in wonderful friendships, success is not guaranteed. If during the tour you decide you would no longer like to share a room with your roommate you will need to request (and pay for) a single room at all accommodations. This can be shared between the two people in the room if it is a mutual decision. If you are a very light sleeper or snore you may want to consider getting your own single room.
Flight Information
The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible.
Arrive to Arusha, Tanzania – Kilimanjaro International Airport – JRO at any time on or before first day of tour.
Depart from Arusha, Tanzania – Kilimanjaro International Airport – JRO – after 5 PM on the last day of the tour. .
If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.
Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.
Flight Quote
Travel Insurance:
Out of country medical insurance is required. We strongly recommend that you obtain cancellation and interruption insurance to protect your investment.
Use this link to request an insurance quote.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Ilboru Lodge
Nestled on the lower slopes of majestic Mt. Meru, the legendary Ilboru Safari Lodge has been welcoming mountain climbers and safari travelers to northern Tanzania for decades. Ideally located between the northern safari circuit and Mt Kilimanjaro, this beautiful Swahili sanctuary is set on a five acre plot , tucked away beneath ancient trees on the outskirts of Arusha town.
Isoitok Camp Manyara
The camp is set in a rich wild savannah bush location with an altitude of 1075 metres above sea level. It backs onto the Losimingorti mountain range acting as a natural wildlife corridor from the Ngorongoro highlands through to Manyara conservancy and on into Tarangire National Park.
Isoitok Camp Manyara offers a little more than just a place to put your head after a busy day of safaris and other activities and we do urge you to slow down as to fully appreciate the essence and importance of time relaxing and soaking in the African bush and her sounds with a few nights under canvas with us at Isoitok Camp Manyara.
Kenzan Tented Camp
With the biggest and most varied concentration of wildlife protected and supported, Serengeti National Park is the idyllic spot to witness greatest wildlife migration system. Inside this national park, one of the most suitable location is the Seronera, central Serengeti where the Kenzan Tended Camp is located offering its guests a tranquil and peaceful accommodation with all the needed facilities en-suite to make your adventurous trip more fascinating. Being located at the heart of the magnificent Serengeti ecosystem, you will be able to explore all the jewels on the crown of Tanzania.
Mbalageti Tented Camp
Mbalageti is a beautiful safari lodge on the Serengeti plains that offer incredible sights over some of the most majestic areas of Africa. You can head out onto the plains and witness magical moments of nature before heading back to comfort and serenity at the lodge.
Angata Ngorongoro Camp
The camp is set on the Eastern side of the Ngorongoro Crater’s rim close to the Crater lodge. Just inside the park boundaries our location permits early game drives down to the crater leaving you almost alone to discover this World Heritage Site.
Each guest tent has an en-suite bathroom with shower, vanity desk and flush toilets.
** Occasionally, due to situations beyond our control, specific hotels may change. Any accommodation changes will be to a similar hotel.
FAQ's
Through our own clients and networking clubs we have realized a general desire for women to travel but they don’t always have a companion. We developed the Women’s Travel Club for these women to have a fun and safe group to travel with. We offer a wide range of destinations, so that there is something for everyone.
We have women of all ages, with the average being 45 to 65 years. However, we do have regular travelers anywhere from 30 years to over 80 years of age.
We do not include international flights in the price of our tours. Not including the cost of international flights in the cost of the tour allows members the flexibility to get the flight schedule, price and class of service that best suits them. The Women's Travel Club flight desk will be happy to help arrange your international flights.
Yes, we always negotiate the best possible single supplement rate for our trips. Single spots fill quickly and may be limited so we suggest you book early for a single spot.
Yes, each of our booking forms has an area for you to request to be matched with a roommate. We get some general information that will help us match you with a great new friend.
A tourist visa is required for Tanzania. At main ports of entry, you can get a visa on arrival for a maximum of 3 months. Travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your governments travel recommendations page. Canada - Canada Travel Recommendations & Information USA - USA Travel Recommendations & Information
While no vaccinations are required for travel to Tanzania, proof of a Yellow Fever vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country where Yellow Fever occurs. Be sure that your routine vaccinations are up-to-date before traveling. You should visit a travel clinic or doctor prior to this tour to discuss and get recommendations specific to you and your medical history. It is recommended to take anti-malarial medication during this tour.
The long dry season lasts throughout June, July, August, September and October is when rainfall is unusual, even on the islands. Temperatures vary hugely with altitude and location, but it's usually a fine, clear sky and sunny weather – it's a great time to visit Tanzania.
Jun 14 - Jun 25, 2023 
