Dar es salaam
zanzibar
Have you ever wanted to capture the perfect view of culture, heritage, history and sunset in ONE place?
Welcome to Tanzania, the home of beautiful views that restore your belief in the human experience. From beautiful architecture to amazing intersections between the past and pulse of the future.
The Travel & Invest Africa Tanzania experience is a mix of heritage culture and smart city urban lifestyle. So you will be partying one night and sitting in the middle of a safari the next only to find such peace by swimming with the dolphins in the next unforgettable moment.
This is both a tourist experience, but it is also a social experiment to discover opportunities to learn about the culture and personal identity. Welcome to being immersed in the authentic culture.
Ready to begin? Discover and explore with us.
experience Profile
Duration
10 Days
price
usd 5500
Itinerary TYPE
Travel Africa Experience
group size
12-15
Arrival
Julius Nyerere N.P
Departure
Julius Nyerere N.P
accomodation
hotel
meals
Mostly inclusive
season
February & November
Travel Highlights
- Artisan's market
- Churches
- Dar Es Salaam city tour
- Dar Es Salaam night life
- Exotic beaches
- Museums
- Sunset cruise
- Walking safari
- Temples
- Traditional village
- School visit
- Spice tour
- Street children visit
- Stone town tour
- Swim with dolphins
Overview
Our experiences are designed as small group travel experiences to provide travel enthusiasts an explosion of tastes, culture and hospitality. This small group journey is created for people who want to travel Africa and don’t know where to start. This experience includes local food and fine dining; on ground experiences that immerse you in local culture that leave you with memories of a lifetime. We are a concierge style travel experience designed based on the travelers personal interests and budget.
What's Included
- All Itinerary Event Transportation
- All Hotel Stays
- Breakfast Daily
- Welcome Party
- Personalized Swag Bags
- Local Cultural Dance Event
- VISA
- Personal Experience Host
Itinerary November 25 - December 6, 2023
- Depart International Airport
Upon arrival our Travel & Invest Africa experience host will VIP service at the airport and usher you to your accommodation where you will experience a catered meal and an informal meet greet while you prepare to settle in and relax for the remainder of the day. Later, in all locations you will get an evening driving tour with key stops for Instagram Photos! Get ready to make your friends jealous of your travel experience.
Early morning departure from the hotel for a 06:30 walking safari in Pande
Game Reserve which is located within the city outskirts. Expect to see
bushbuck, birds, baboons, butterflies, blue-balled monkeys, and stunning
views from the reserve. After well-deserved healthy breakfast, you will return
to the hotel by 10.00 and transfer by boat to the islands found in city the
Mbudya Island; spend the rest of your day by the island while experiencing
the stunning sights of the clear blue water and the incredible surroundings of
the island. Enjoy your lunch by the beach at 05:30 transfer back to the hotel,
overnight at Ramada Beach Resort, half board.
After breakfast depart for a Dar es Salaam city tour, where you will spend the day exploring the city on a Half-day city tour, and visit various interesting
sites found in the city. From historical and museum sites to local markets,
religious sites, and craft markets, university of Dar Es Saalam and other
historical buildings. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. Return to the hotel by
16:00 in time for a swim, cocktails on the beach and watch the beyond the
The Indian Ocean, overnight
Street children is a rising problem within urban areas which is hardly addressed. The Dar es Salaam Street children programme aims to reduce the
number of these children on the streets through family reunifications, and
provide education and skills so that they can reintegrate back into society.
Your visit to this project will give hope to the children and the project.
Women weaving project and thereafter visit local school. Lunch at local restaurant
Dar es Salaam, meaning The Haven of Peace in Arabic, has one of the best
deep natural harbor in the world. With a population of over 6,000,000 dwellers
representing over 120 tribes of Tanzania with their different cultural
backgrounds coming together has grown to be one of the most cosmopolitan
cities in East Africa. A city tour of Dar es Salaam will take you to the National
Museum, Nyerere Cultural Centre, the Village Museum, Mwenge Carvings
Market, and the Magogoni Fish Market, among other interesting spots.
Take the 09.00 VIP Class for to Zanzibar. Arrival will be at 10.30. Transfer to the hotel and set out for the prison island tour. Return to the mainland for traditional
Swahili lunch.
The sunset cruise At 16.30 you will walk to the port for departure of the sunset
cruise This two hours cruise will be along the stone town coastline. Snacks, wine, soft
drinks and traditional taarab music will be playing on board. Return at 19.00 and walk
to your hotel with your guide. and overnight at Emerson Green Zanzibar, Bed
breakfast.
Stone town Tour. The tour will take you to a farm where you will walk around the
01 Dec herbs and spices plantations, tasting and smelling the various products gathering in-
depth information not only about spices, but also their uses in traditional dishes, cures
for ailments and even for decorative purposes during weddings.
The richness of its cultural heritage and the lure of the exotic spices make Zanzibar
one of the most sought after holiday destinations. The main attraction of Zanzibar is
STONE TOWN with its winding alleys; white washed old building, bustling bazaars,
mosques, exotic architecture and influences of different cultures
This tour will take you to the House of Wonders (the first house in E. Africa to have an
escalator, and electricity), Sultans Palace, Old Dispensary, The former slave market, the
local vegetable and fruit market with a variety of mouth-watering tropical seasonal
fruits. Exotic spices are cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, turmeric and
nutmeg – are as exotic as the flavour. You will also have a chance to see the iodine
plant, henna bush, ylang-ylang, lipstick tree, cocoa and coffee trees. The Kidichi Persian
Baths was built in 1850 by Seyyid Said bin Sultan for his Persian wife Princess
Sheherezade granddaughter of the Shah of Persia, you will also visit the Maruhubi
Palace Ruins built by the third Sultan of Zanzibar Seyyid Barghash for his 99
Zanzibar has get opportunities for investment in the tourism sector, estate and other sectors. You will visit ZIPA ( Zanzibar Investment Promotion Agency), two Real
Estate development Lunch is included
Today of leisure! You will go on a private catamaran with music, seafood and drinks. Return to the hotel after sunset. Overnight Neptune Pwani Beach Resort
and Spa all- inclusive basis
: Spices play a very important part in the everyday lives of Zanzibaris. Every part of the spices is used for different purposes. Today you will visit a group of women who make
beauty products from spices. You will have the opportunity to buy soaps, body scrubs,
lotions, and creams. Transfer to the hotel for lunch and spend the rest of the day
relaxing on the beach or poolside and overnight Neptune Pwani Beach Resort and
Spa all inclusive basis
Half day swimming with the dolphins. Spend the rest of the day at leisure soaking in
the sun, sipping cocktails or coconut waters, go for massage.
Travel back to Dar Es Salem and prepare to depart back to the USA.
Travel Information
Passports & Visa
2. We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry visa stamps.
3. If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact us for specific entry requirements.
4. When you reserve or book a tour with us, our team will make sure you get the best assistance with all this details. We are here for you!
Tour Pace
2. Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance.
3. You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, but our team members are always available to assist with your luggage throughout the experience.
4. Travel & Invest Africa and the Experience Host who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Experience Host and Guide is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
5. If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please email us before reservations.
Transportation & Arrival Information
2. Upon arrival, a representative from Travel & Invest Africa staff will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Our representative will be holding a sign for easy identification.
3. Transfers to and from the airport to all destinations are included in any trip you book with us.
Clothing & Packing Tips
2. A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing and tours.
3. One luggage bag and a carry on is recommended. If you bring two or more luggages above 50kg it will attract a loading and unloading fee of $80.00.
Health & Vaccinations
2. At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
3. Please note: Yellow fever certificate is required for most Africa destinations. You can call our team for all the necessary health requirements you will need.
4. If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
5. If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Travel & Invest Africa at least 30 days prior to departure via email.
Travel Insurance
2. If you require medical attention while traveling, you may be liable for the cost of your treatment if you do not have travel insurance.
3. Although this isn’t a requirement before traveling we recommend you purchase a travel insurance for your own safety and coverage.
Electricity & Air-Conditioning
2. There are air-conditions in all the facilities or hotels we accommodate our travelers with.
3.Your hotel may provide irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
Internet Connectivity
2. There is no Wi-Fi on any of our buses.
3. Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges if needed.
Currency & Money Exchange
2. We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed. (VISA & MASTERCARDS)
3. You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks, but make sure to check with your home bank about international withdrawal fees and restrictions.
4. Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
5. International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.