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HIGH FLYING OFFERS

Take advantage of last-minute special fall offers with 12% off select departure dates in Sept & Oct 2023

Take advantage of this last-minute chance to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime private plane safari adventure this fall in either Tanzania or Kenya with incredible savings of 12% off select departures. This last-minute special offer is applicable to the following departure dates:

Tanzania Departures 2023: September 11, 15, 21, 23 | October 4, 14, 21, 26, 28
Kenya Departures 2023: September 18, 19, 27, 29 | October 2, 13, 22, 30

The offer is subject to availability and non-combinable with any other offer. To book this special discount, contact reservations@skysafari.com or +255 782 600 049.

Special green season rates now available for end of year mid-season departures in November and December 2023

Finish off 2023 with an epic safari adventure and enjoy special green season rates on mid-season departure dates from November 1 to 19th December 2023. These popular travel times can now be booked with unsurpassed savings, allowing guests to enjoy all that SkySafari has to offer including VIP treatment with seamless fast-track at airports, immediate airstrip boarding, executive airplanes, opulent accommodations, personalized service, curated itineraries and more. The special offer is applicable to new bookings only and subject to availability. It is not combinable with any other offer.

For more information, please contact reservations@skysafari.com.

NEWS

SkySafari wins Tripadvisor 2023 Traveler’s Choice Award

We are proud to share that SkySafari has won the Tripadvisor 2023 Traveler’s Choice Award. Thanks to our wonderful guests and their consistently positive reviews, SkySafari was ranked within the top 10% of travel offerings within Tripadvisor, garnering this prestigious award. We very much appreciate all the wonderful reviews that we receive and thank everyone who was so thoughtful in sharing their feedback from their trip. Our aim at SkySafari is to always go above and beyond for our guests by offering a magical, epic private plane safari adventure in Tanzania and Kenya.

SkySafari announces Sales & Marketing Representatives in China

SkySafari has recently begun a new sales & marketing collaboration in China with Link Services. With over 10 years in the luxury travel industry and vast experience in the Chinese market, the new sales & marketing reps will boost SkySafari’s presence in this market. Aymeric Naudin, founder of Link Services, has worked in the luxury travel industry in Asia for over 10 years and is a seasoned sales manager, having previously worked extensively with Alila (Hyatt). We look forward to expanding our reach within the Chinese market.

FLY IN CHAT

Come and see us at PURE in Marrakech from 10 to 13 September

SkySafari will be exhibiting at this year’s PURE trade show from the 10th to 13th September. Whilst pre-arranged appointments are now finalised, please feel free to pop by and we can always find time for a catch-up during networking breaks. Liz Harper will be representing SkySafari, and you can contact her via WhatsApp on +44 (0) 7957 231051.

VIEW FROM THE SKY EXPERT

Peter Denis, guide at The Manor Ngorongoro, gives us the low down on the best wildlife sightings from the property

We had a chance to speak with Peter Denis, guide at The Manor Ngorongoro, who gave us the low down on the best wildlife sightings from the property. From the contrast of Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park to the surrounding coffee plantations, there is an abundance of flora and fauna on offer.

Could you tell us a little about what game drive options are available for SkySafari guests staying at The Manor

For those taking an 8-day SkySafari adventure, we take guests on a full day excursion to the Ngorongoro Crater, while those taking a 10-day safari journey can go on a full day excursion to Ngorongoro Crater and a full day excursion to Lake Manyara National Park. Guests who book a 13-day East African SkySafari journey have the option to go to Lake Manyara for a half day game drive. What is wonderful about a stay at the Manor is that both options offer guests completely contrasting, but equally memorable, experiences. In addition to the wildlife viewing options, guests also have a myriad of optional activities during their stay at The Manor including the chance to explore the surrounding coffee plantation.

What wildlife will guests generally see and are there any less obvious flora and fauna that you like to highlight

The wildlife viewing at the Ngorongoro Crater is phenomenal and the backdrop is like nothing else on earth. You will see lots of herbivores including antelope and gazelle, but it is also a great cat destination with regular sightings of lion and leopard.

At Lake Manyara there are a plenty of monkeys, including baboons and the gorgeous blue and velvet monkeys, as well as being a sanctuary for hippo, elephants, giraffe, impala, and zebra. The lake also attracts a variety of amazing birdlife, including significant flocks of pink flamingos. Leopards also make the surrounding forest their home, as they love to find a good hiding spot in the trees in the cool shade. There is a huge variety of trees from the dense woodlands to the fascinating underground water forest, including lots of different species such as fig, tamarind, and palm trees.

How do you navigate the Ngorongoro Crater to give guests the best experience

We start with an early morning breakfast to leave plenty of time to capture the magical views as the early morning mist raises from the Crater. We tend to start in the open area where there are plenty of zebra and wildebeest, plus cats including lion. From here, we will likely head to Lake Magadi to admire the wonderful array of aquatic birds including flamingos and pelicans.

As the day heats up, we will head to the forest area known as the Red Forest after the Red Thorn Acacia found there. Here is the best place to see female elephants with their babies, the males stay in the open and leopard, who are very shy and like to hide in the cover.

What perks do SkySafari guests get on a game drive

Guests will only be in the vehicle with other SkySafari passengers, offering a more private game drive experience.
We also offer a special sumptuous picnic lunch with a beautiful table set up with chairs in a dedicated location and a plentiful picnic menu with a variety of dishes and beverage options. This experience is truly exceptional as many other operators only offer refreshments standing or sitting on blankets.

Upon their return to the Manor, guests will be welcomed to enjoy a fitting sundowner to celebrate the end of another adventurous day. Or they can indulge in a complimentary spa treatment or soak away the dust from a day on safari in a curated bubble bath experience courtesy of their butler.

Where is your favourite area to view wildlife from The Manor

The coffee field by The Manor is a wonderful area full of surprises. You can see bushpig, buffalo, and elephants, plus some amazing nocturnal species including genets, civets, and jackals.

What has been your most memorable game drive moment

It was on the crater floor, early morning about 9.30am. We watched two lionesses bring down a big zebra to feed their cubs. We watched the entire sequence from the approach to the small cubs coming out to feast on the rewards of their endeavour.