Sole Dream Holidays is thrilled to present our original ‘bush to beach’ luxury safari adventure retreat in the majestic Serengeti and then to breathtaking Pemba Island, Feb 10-19, 2025. For three heavenly nights, we will enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives in the Serengeti at a luxurious and award-winning location. And then, we will head to Pemba Island, the ultimate & exotic Indian Ocean location in the Zanzibar Archipelago. We will indulge in world-famous snorkeling, spa treatments and yoga on the beach. It will be a retreat unlike any other filled with magic, beauty and wonder everywhere you look!

ACCOMMODATIONS + MEALS
The first 3-nights in Serengeti takes place at a the award-winning Sayari Camp, which sits in the north of Serengeti National Park is regularly voted as one of the top safari escapes, offering a superior guiding experience in this beautiful wildlife region.
Our accommodations are lovely tented suites with beautiful views over the plains. The bright and spacious suites have walk-in showers, al fresco tubs, and verandas. All of the suites have mahogany floors with either king or twin beds, fine linens, and colourful cushions.

Then we are off to spectacular Pemba Island. Pemba has been separated from the mainland of Tanzania and Zanzibar for decades, leaving an untouched and pristine island of great beauty and fertility. It is a sublime mosaic of forests, swamps, mangroves, hidden beaches and lagoons.
Our last 5-nights take place at Manta Resort. The jaw-dropping property is folded into the edge of a primitive forest and set on rising land overlooking the purest, most turquoise waters that ever caught your breath – these waters hide secrets of the most exquisite kind – coral reefs unspoilt – and they are fringed by snow white, delicately soft sand on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
The Garden Rooms are our accommodations for the 5-night stay. The private open-plan design, includes a four-posted king size bed, open en-suite bathroom and private garden with outside shower. The beautiful rooms are created from local materials and traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort.

In the Serengeti, we have included full-board meals. Each morning we will enjoy a delicious and hearty breakfast with fresh fruits such as local mangos, pineapple and passion fruit, plus juices, eggs, local breads and heavenly sweets.
Mid-day includes a light buffet with a main course, salads and fresh bread. If we choose to stay out on a game drive all day, we can instead enjoy a picnic under the trees. Dinner is a heavenly three-course meal with a choice of dishes. You will be captured by the flavours, colours and scents from the kitchen, a heavenly blend of Swahili and Western recipes. Vegetarian options and non-vegetarian dishes are on the menu each evening. Local alcoholic beverages are also included.
In Pemba, full-board meals are included. We will indulge in coffee, fresh tropical fruits, juice, eggs, local breads, panckaes and homemade sweets after our our daily morning yoga session. Lunch and dinner includes a variety of fresh locally caught seafood as well as beef, chicken and vegan dishes, most of which have a distinct Pemba touch to them.
Most meal are served on the terrace but at times they are moved to the pool deck or beach for a change of scenery.

YOGA + ACTIVITIES- SERENGETI
Our days are quite full in the magnificent Serengeti!
We will start the day bright and early with a wake-up call and tea or coffee delivered to our accommodations. We can enjoy breakfast before our morning game drive (or have it packed as a picnic to take with you).
We arrive back at camp mid-morning and we can stretch and flow with a refreshing yoga session.

After a leisurely lunch, we will enjoy siesta time. We can take a dip in the pool, nap or enjoy a relaxing massage. Refuel with afternoon tea, then depart for an afternoon/evening game drive with sundowners. 
We will play it by ear to see how everyone is feeling to incorporate a 2nd yoga or meditation session before dinner.

OPTIONAL Activities & Excursions in the Serengeti (prices TBD)
Massages
Walking Safari
Cultural Visit
Hot Air Balloon

YOGA + ACTIVITIES- PEMBA
1-2x per day, we will practice vinyasa yoga or pilates core with the sounds of only the Indian Ocean and sweet birds to accompany us! Your host, Shari will guide you through a dynamic flow and during the week we will include a yin and restorative session. As always, Shari will listen to what the group needs and adjust accordingly for the best wellness experience!
Our lessons are in the morning before breakfast and in the late afternoon before dinner.

SPA TREATMENTS
One spa treatment is included per guest, per day!
Enjoy a deep tissue massage, pedicure, manicure or facial to the sounds of rustling palms and crashing waves. Talk about leaving your worries behind!

There are 2 incredible excursions while we are on Pemba Island:
NGALAWA SUNSET CRUISE: The Ngalawa is a traditional sailing vessel used by fishermen on the island. Leaving from the beach at around 5:00 pm, we will cruise along the shoreline over the reefs, enjoying the golden sunset, the thrill of the sail and a bottle of bubbly.  

SANDBANK EXCURSION: At low tide, we can walk along a pure white sandbank surrounded by azure blue waters. It is only a 10-minute boat ride from the resort on the most northern point of Pemba Island. We will enjoy refreshments and delicious tropical fruits.

STONE TOWN TOUR ZANZIBAR: We will depart Pemba Island and head to Zanzibar (we depart for home from Zanzibar Airport). We will enjoy a very special final acitivity of a Stone Town tour for a unique opportunity to learn about the soul of Zanzibar. We will explore the famous doors and learn about the history of this fascinating town. A delicious lunch is included.

OPTIONAL Activities & Excursions:
Pemba Island Excursion
Diving
Deep Sea Fishing

*SCHEDULE (estimated schedule for Pemba—SERENGETI schedule TBD)
8.00: Tea, Coffee, Juice
8.30-10.00: Vinyasa Flow
10.15: Breakfast
10.15-5.00pm: Free Time (beach, excursions, relax, massages)
5.30-7.00pm: Vinyasa Flow or Yin/Restorative
7.30pm: Dinner (Seafood, Vegetarian, Fresh/Local)
*complete/final schedule will be shared during Orientation on our Welcome Dinner

PRICING DETAILS - Luxury Serengeti & Pemba Island Retreat
Here is what our wonderful, exotic Tanzanian holiday includes:

• 3 nights award-winning Sayari Camp in Northern Serengeti
• 5 nights stunning ocean-front, private villa in Jambiani Beach
• 1 night Rivertrees Country Inn (night prior to retreat start dates- breakfast only)
• 1 daily session vinyasa yoga, pilates, yin or restorative (60 mins)
• Full board meals & beverages in Serengeti
• Full board meals & beverages in Pemba
• All Local alcoholic beverages in Serengeti
• All Local alcoholic beverages in Pemba
• One Spa Treatment PER DAY, per guest
• Flights from Arusha Airport to Kogatende & Kogatende to Pemba, Pemba to Zanzibar (departure airport)
• All game viewing activities at Sayari and private vehicle
• All park and conservation fees for the Serengeti
• All Laundry at Pemba / limited laundry at Serengeti
• Sand Bank Excursion with Refreshments
• Sunset Ngalawa Cruise with Cocktails
• Private Stone Town Spice Tour with Lunch
• Complimentary Snorkeling Equipment
• Pool, Private Beach Area
• Sun Beds
• All Transport to/from excursions
• All Transport at Kotatende Airport on arrival day
• Airport transfer to Zanzibar Airport on departure day
Retreat Limited to 10 people

(Not Included: airfare, additional transportation outside of included times, travel insurance (REQUIRED), gratuities for Serengeti staff, guide & drivers, visas, dinner at Rivertrees (first night), staff in Pemba, spa staff, Stone Town tour guide, any optional activity in Serengeti or Pemba)

LUXURY ROOM/EN SUITE BATH (1 OR 2 BEDS): $10,399 PER GUEST
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $1200USD - ONLY 2 SINGLE ROOMS AVAILABLE
Spaces Secured with a $2000USD non-refundable deposit

PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE: 2-4 PAYMENTS FOLLOWING $2000 DEPOSIT (PLEASE INQUIRE!)

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFO:
Transportation pick-up from Arusha Airport on Feb 10. Transportation included from Airport to Rivertrees Lodge. All other transport (flight to Serengeti, Serengeti to Pemba, Pemba to Zanzibar) iis included.
For departures from Zanzibar on Feb 19, we will leave the resort in Pemba in the morning and arrive in Stone Town for our tour and lunch. It is recommended to depart Zanzibar in the late afternoon or evening. Or, stay the evening of the 19th in Stone Town and depart the next day (spend a little more time in Stone Town! If you need hotel recommendations or other transport options outside of our included timeframe, we can happily arrange (extra costs TBD).

For information regarding visas, please consult this website or consult your specific country’s travel advisory. Entrance and exit requirements including vaccinations, can be reviewed on this website. Please consult your physician for any inquiries regarding vaccines. Travel insurance is REQUIRED for this retreat. PLEASE consult your travel agent for the best policy. Upon booking, other information will be provided including packing lists, and other essential items for Serengeti and Pemba Island.

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