Soccer Service Safari

Duration

12 Days / 11 Nights
Starting $5,850 per person

Zanzibar Supplement:

6 Days / 5 Nights
Starting $995 per person

Photo: DMR

Trip Features

GAME DRIVE

BIG FIVE

GREAT MIGRATION

SCHOOL SERVICE TRIP

CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

ISLAND GETAWAY

SOCCER TRAINING CLINIC

Itinerary

  • Wednesday, February 12

  • Thursday, February 13

    Your private guide will greet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transport you to your accommodation in Arusha to enjoy a good night's rest after a long journey.

    Overnight: Arumeru River Lodge or similar (bed & breakfast)

  • Friday, February 14

    Wake to magnificent views of beautiful Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's tallest peak and the world's tallest free-standing mountain. Embark on your African safari adventure after breakfast by driving southwest toward Tarangire National Park. Second only to Serengeti, this famous park has the greatest concentration of wildlife in all of Tanzania. In the dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife, when large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland gather. Not surprisingly, predators follow. The park is also known for its spectacular baobab trees and its breathtaking views of the Maasai Steppe. After arrival to your lodging, receive cultural orientation from local Red Rhino Tours and Red Sweater Project staff members. Enjoy a traditional African sundowner as you experience your first sunset over the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

    Overnight: Motto Cottages or similar (full board)

  • Saturday - Monday, February 15-17

    Spend time interacting with students, staff and community members at the Mungere School, a successful development education project in Mungere Village which sits in the heart of an East African tribal community rich in history and tradition. Engage in a hosting soccer clinics for local athletes, participate in student activities and athletics, participate in a service project, or contribute in the classroom. Hike to nearby waterfalls on the Great Rift Valley escarpment, tour a student’s family home, dance at a tribal ceremony, and visit the village market – all while taking in the sights, smells and sounds of local life

    Overnights: Motto Cottages or similar (full board)

  • Tuesday, February 18

    Pick up from your lodge after breakfast and drive through the Conservation Area, descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, a geological marvel boasting several vegetation zones from lakes to forest to savannah. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it is home to both semi-nomadic Maasai pastoralists and over 30,000 fauna, having coexisted for centuries despite the crater's tiny size of only 10 miles in diameter. Continue game driving as you head toward the heart of Tanzania's bush outback, the plains of the Serengeti.

    Overnight: Intimate Places Luxury Tented Camp or similar (full board)

  • Wednesday, February 19

    After enjoying breakfast overlooking the magnificent crater, continue your game drive as you head toward the heart of Tanzania's bush outback – the plains of the Serengeti.

    Overnight: Intimate Places Luxury Tented Camp or similar (full board)

  • Wednesday - Thursday, February 19-20

    Spend your days traversing the plains, home to millions of ungulates and the world's largest land migration. This pristine sanctuary will give you a glimpse into "the world as it was in the beginning." Relish the vastness of serengeti, "the land that flows on forever," coupled with some of the best game-viewing all of Africa has to offer.

    Overnights: Intimate Places Luxury Tented Camp or similar (full board)

  • Friday, February 21

    After breakfast, spend the morning on a final game drive through the Serengeti before boarding your chartered flight from the Seronera Airstrip to Kilimanjaro International Airport** for your evening departure.

    (half board)

    (** or Zanzibar International Airport for those opting for the Zanzibar Island Adventure Supplement)

  • Saturday, February 22

Supplement Zanzibar Itinerary

  • Friday, February 21

    After breakfast at your accommodation in Serengeti and final morning game drive, travel to Seronera airstrip to catch your flight to Zanzibar Airport. Upon arrival, you'll take private transport to the Mnarani Beach Cottages. Spend the afternoon surrounded by the lush tropical gardens, take a dip in the swimming pool, and relax at the private beach on the Indian Ocean await you to relax and unwind.

    Overnight: Mnarani Beach Cottages (bed & breakfast)

  • Saturday-Monday, February 22-24

    Spend the next three days basking in true island style: opt to sunbathe, swim, float, snorkel, or scuba - relaxing and playing your days away. Fill your evenings with sunset cruises, the tastes of freshly caught and prepared Indian Ocean seafood fare and the sounds of African music. Full Moon parties are also a staple here, featuring local traditional dance troupes and acrobatic performances.

    Overnight: Mnarani Beach Cottages (bed & breakfast)

  • Tuesday, February 25

    After breakfast, you‘ll take private transport to Stone Town. Spend the afternoon and evening exploring the island's rich history on a self-hired or self-guided tour.

    Overnight: Horizon Palace Hotel (bed & breakfast)

  • Wednesday, February 26

    After breakfast, take private transport to Zanzibar Airport to catch your flight back to mainland Tanzania, arriving at Kilimanjaro Airport for your evening departure.

Trip Highlights

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK & CENTRAL SERENGETI (SERONERA) This pristine sanctuary will give you a glimpse into “the world as it was in the beginning,” with some of the best game-viewing all of Africa has to offer. Each year, more than four million wil

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK & CENTRAL SERENGETI (SERONERA)
This pristine sanctuary will give you a glimpse into “the world as it was in the beginning,” with some of the best game-viewing all of Africa has to offer. Each year, more than four million wildebeest, zebra and Thomson's gazelle undertake the largest land migration on the planet. Tanzania's first and most famous park, the Serengeti is also renowned for its leopard, lion, cheetah and black rhino.

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK Only second to Serengeti, Tarangire National Park has the greatest concentration of wildlife in Tanzania. In the dry season, large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Only second to Serengeti, Tarangire National Park has the greatest concentration of wildlife in Tanzania. In the dry season, large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland gather at the Tarangire River. The park is known for its spectacular baobab trees, breathtaking views of the Maasai Steppe, and the mountains to the south.

NGORONGORO CRATER CONSERVATION AREA & THE CRATER FLOOR Enjoy wildlife game viewing at the Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site and geological marvel. The world's largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera consists of several vegetat

NGORONGORO CRATER CONSERVATION AREA & THE CRATER FLOOR
Enjoy wildlife game viewing at the Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site and geological marvel. The world's largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera consists of several vegetation zones and is home to about 30,000 animals, despite its tiny size. It is also home to Olduvai Gorge, where paleoanthropologists Louis and Mary Leakey discovered the remains of homo habilis, the first known ancestors of modern humankind.

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK At the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the scenery inside Lake Manyara National Park is as stunning as the exotic wildlife. Known for its flamingos and tree-climbing lions, plentiful herds of elephants, water bu

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
At the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the scenery inside Lake Manyara National Park is as stunning as the exotic wildlife. Known for its flamingos and tree-climbing lions, plentiful herds of elephants, water buffalo, giraffe, and zebra, it is also home to the mysterious leopard.

MUNGERE VILLAGE & THE MUNGERE SCHOOL Enjoy an authentic East African experience in Mungere Village, a tribal community centrally located amid the northern safari circuit. Guests can interact with students, staff and community members at the Munger

MUNGERE VILLAGE & THE MUNGERE SCHOOL
Enjoy an authentic East African experience in Mungere Village, a tribal community centrally located amid the northern safari circuit. Guests can interact with students, staff and community members at the Mungere School, while witnessing a successful, locally-driven development education project in action. With an array of activities and eye-opening experiences available, visitors can participate in service projects with local volunteer staff and students and join football (soccer), volleyball or basketball games. Hike to nearby waterfalls on the Great Rift Valley escarpment, and visit the school's friendly neighbors by taking a village home tour lead by Mungere's tri-lingual students. Be sure to take time to enjoy the local life around you, taking in the unique sights, smells and sounds of village life.

ZANZIBAR, PEMBA & MAFIA ISLANDS An archipelago rich in history and tropical beauty, Tanzania's off-shore islands are still a secret destination to many. The largest at 51 miles long, Zanzibar's white sandy beaches stretch her entire length. Majesti

ZANZIBAR, PEMBA & MAFIA ISLANDS
An archipelago rich in history and tropical beauty, Tanzania's off-shore islands are still a secret destination to many. The largest at 51 miles long, Zanzibar's white sandy beaches stretch her entire length. Majestic turquoise waters are perfect for swimming, sailing, water sports, or snorkeling and scuba diving in coral reefs. From spice tours in the busy city of Stone Town to the port's fish market, with great seafood and an active nightlife, the islands are a great place to begin or complete any African adventure.

MOUNT KILIMANJARO Standing at 19,341 feet, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest peak on the continent. Mount Kilimanjaro is composed of three volcanic cones, two of which are extinct. Trek through diverse vegetation zones on this official route to th

MOUNT KILIMANJARO
Standing at 19,341 feet, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest peak on the continent. Mount Kilimanjaro is composed of three volcanic cones, two of which are extinct. Trek through diverse vegetation zones on this official route to the snow-capped summit, and enjoy the view of the plains along your multi-day trip. At the summit, take in the feeling of accomplishment—and the breathtaking view from the roof of Africa.

SO MUCH MORE There are countless incredible places to see in Tanzania. Come explore with us!

SO MUCH MORE
There are countless incredible places to see in Tanzania. Come explore with us!

Soccer Service Safari

Pricing

$5,850 per person
based on a group of 12

Single Supplement (non-shared accommodation): Add $1,170

Deposit of $500 per individual booking to reserve. Balance due 90 days prior to start of travel.

Zanzibar Supplement

$995 per person
based on a group of 12

Pricing is dependent on total number of guests.

Additional deposit of $250 per individual booking to reserve. Balance due 90 days prior to start of travel.

What’s Included?

Included

  • All private transport in-country, including domestic flights as indicated

  • All accommodations

  • Activities and meals as indicated (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

  • All park fees, government taxes, levies, eco-tourism and transit fees

  • Game drives in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof tops

  • Services of experienced professional English-speaking safari drivers/guides

  • Services of experienced guides and translators with Red Sweater Project

  • Bottled drinking water during game drives

  • Unlimited mileage while on safari

Not included

  • International flights

  • Passport, visa, or traveler’s insurance

  • Other excursions not mentioned above

  • Snacks and beverages

  • All statutory increases beyond our control

  • Laundry service

  • Tips to drivers/guides