Tanzania 70 The Serengeti is a vast area of land supporting the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa, on a scale unparalleled anywhere else in the world. It contains an estimated three million large animals, most of which take part in a seasonal migration that is one of nature's greatest wonders. Many of them become prey for the lions, cheetahs, leopards and other predators which constantly attend to the moving mass. The Serengeti is famous for its annual migration, but it makes a superb wildlife and safari destination year- round. Ndutu Safari Lodge MID Ndutu, on the edge of the lake just outside the park boundary, consists of 32 large stone built cottages. Ndutu is great year- round and is a good stopping point en- route to or from the highlands if you have been in the northern reaches of the Serengeti. The lodge is in a fantastic location to view the migration in February and March on the short grass plains. Mbalageti Safari Lodge MID Mbalageti Safari Lodge has both tented chalets and lodge rooms. Mbalageti has an exceptional outlook over the plains and is in a truly amazing location. The public areas include a large bar, and loft space for reading. The swimming pool has a 360- degree view of the Serengeti. Olakira, Dunia & Sayari Camps HIGH These are classic tented camps in the heart of the best game- viewing areas of the Serengeti. Intimacy is assured at these beautiful luxury camps since they each accommodate a maximum of 16 guests. Depending on the time of year we will organise that you stay in a combination of these camps to get the very best from your game- viewing. Just south of the equator lies Tanzania, a safari destination without equal. It has world- class game reserves and offers some of the best game- viewing in Africa. There is more to Tanzania than just safari though... the snow- capped peaks of Kilimanjaro, the gigantic lakes - Victoria and Tanganyika - and, of course, a beautiful coastline. The offshore islands of Zanzibar, Mafi a and Pemba offer a coastline studded with long white sandy beaches, stunning diving and mysterious ruins. Tanzania is a winning combination. You can fl y straight from a safari camp in the morning and reach the shores of the Indian Ocean in time for an afternoon dip. A perfect destination for a romantic honeymoon, an adventure holiday just for one or, for the traditionalists, a fantastic safari and wildlife experience! Talk to an expert 0845 130 6982 The Serengeti

Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area The Ngorongoro Crater provides one of the fi nest wildlife opportunities that Africa can offer. Covering 260 square kilometres the balance of predator and prey within the Crater is so precise that animals seldom leave. It contains possibly the largest permanent concentration of wildlife in Africa, with an estimate of 30,000 large animals. It is Africa in microcosm. There are two stream- fed swamps, two forests and a huge soda lake that attracts thousands of fl amingos and other water birds. The popularity of the crater and its location on the classic ' northern circuit' mean that you will not have a solitary experience here, but you can escape the crowds, and the guaranteed sightings and benefi ts of wildlife- viewing here far outweigh the negatives. Ngorongoro Crater Lodge HIGH This is one Africa's most famous lodges. It's wonderful, and recommended for those who want luxury, but it is at the highest end of the price range. The lodge is divided into three separate camps - north, south and tree camp ( which only has six suites) - all of which have lavishly decorated rooms with Victorian baths and oak panels. If you can afford it, Crater Lodge should be on your wish list of places to stay. Ngorongoro Farmhouse HIGH Once a large coffee plantation the farmhouse has undergone major refurbishment by its Tanzanian owner. It is a special place to stay offering superb accommodation in handmade red brick bungalows. Their organic working farm supplies the lodge with fresh free- range eggs and vegetables, so the meals are delicious. Gibb's Farm MID Gibb's is still a working coffee farm ( one of the oldest in this region) and has spacious manicured gardens. Great pride is taken in the food here which is plentiful and excellent. Walks and hikes can be arranged either through the gardens or further afi eld to the many trails. Ngorongoro Serena Lodge MID The lodge is located on the crater's southern rim. The stone building is covered by plant and ivy, and there are 75 rooms. Lake Manyara National Park The mahogany and sausage trees of Lake Manyara are alive with blue and vervet monkeys, elephants feeding off fallen fruit, and bushbuck, baboons and leopard all making their homes in the forest. Manyara is also a sanctuary to hippo, giraffe, impala, zebra and its most famous residents - tree-climbing lions. Lake Manyara itself is a magnet for birdlife and a kaleidoscope of different species can be found around its shores including sizeable fl ocks of fl amingos. The park is often just seen as a stopping off point on the popular ' northern circuit' of Tanzania, yet this small and interesting park warrants a visit in its own right. AFRICA | TANZANIA 71 SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Depart UK for Arusha Day 2 Tarangire, 2- nights, Tarangire River Camp. A great place to go on safari, particularly good sightings of elephant are had here ( BLD) Day 4 Lake Manyara, 1- night, Kirurumu. A small park, famous for fl amingos ( BLD) Day 6 Ngorongoro, 2- nights, Ngorongoro Farmhouse. Safaris around the crater and reserve ( BLD) Day 7 Serengeti, 3- nights, Mbalageti Safari Lodge. Game drives during your stay ( BLD) Day 10 Depart for the UK ( BL) Day 11 Arrive UK Departure dates Daily, throughout the year Cost per person From £ 3499 ( Jan - Mar, Sept, Nov- Dec), £ 2999 ( Apr - May), £ 3749 ( Jun - July, mid- end Aug, Oct), £ 4169 ( mid- July - mid- Aug), £ 3999 ( mid- end Dec) What's included Flights, transfers, meals as indicated, eight nights lodge accommodation/ tented camp, guided activities THE SPIRIT OF TANZANIA This is a good value, classic safari route taking in all of the major highlights of Tanzania. It's good for the fi rst- time visitor to Tanzania, or even Africa. TAILOR- MADE Or visit us on the web www. wildlifeworldwide. com I thought that I would contact you to briefl y say what a wonderful holiday we had in the Selous and Ruaha in Tanzania. Everything went according to schedule - fl ights, transfers - and both camps were of an exceptional standard. Of course the wildlife experience was superb, we even saw wild dog in the Selous, which is only the second time in ten separate visits to Africa that we've come across them. DL, September 2009