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You\u2019re welcomed at the airport and transferred to your lodge. Spend the afternoon resting or exploring a local coffee estate.<\/p>"},{"title":"Arusha Cultural Tour","content":"
Visit Arusha town\u2019s vibrant markets and the Cultural Heritage Center. In the afternoon, head to the edge of Arusha National Park for a relaxed nature walk or canoeing experience.<\/p>"},{"title":"Tarangire National Park","content":"
Drive to Tarangire for your first game drive. See elephants, giraffes, and lions among ancient baobabs. Stay overnight in a lodge overlooking the park.<\/p>\n
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Enter the Serengeti via Olduvai Gorge, a world-renowned archaeological site. Begin your first game drive en route to your lodge or tented camp.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Serengeti Full-Day Safaris","content":"\n
Spend two days exploring different zones of the Serengeti, from woodlands to wide plains. Track cheetahs, watch lions in action, and enjoy sundowners in the bush.<\/p>\n"},{"title":" Return to Arusha","content":"\n
After a morning drive, fly back to Arusha. Enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight at a comfortable lodge.
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After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.<\/p>\n"}],"faqs":[{"title":"How fit do I need to be to do this trek?","content":"Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can."},{"title":"How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?","content":"On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs."},{"title":"What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?","content":"The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek."},{"title":"What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?","content":"Yes, you can charge batteries en route. 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