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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival - Transfer to Arusha City
Arrival - Transfer to Arusha City
Your guide will meet you at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha (approx. 45–60 minutes). After a short introduction and tour briefing, your guide will suggest a program for the rest of the day based on your arrival time and preferences.
Dinner and overnight at Mtoni River Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Mtoni River Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
In the morning, your guide will collect you in Arusha and drive to Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant town where over 100 cultural groups live. Spend time exploring local life, visiting plantations and workshops, tasting banana beer in an authentic bar, and browsing colorful market stalls. Lunch is freshly prepared by a friendly Tanzanian “mamma,” serving delicious local dishes.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park—famous for its diverse landscapes, lake views, and tree-climbing lions, first discovered here in Africa. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ikumbi Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Manyara - Lake Natron
Lake Manyara - Lake Natron
Today’s adventure takes you off the beaten track to the magical Lake Natron, through the heart of Maasai land. Along the way, pass the historical site of Engaruka and the striking Ol Doinyo Lengai—the only active volcano in the Great Rift Valley. Lake Natron will amaze you with surreal colors shifting between pink, green, and red, caused by mineral-rich waters and, if you're lucky, flocks of flamingos.
After lunch, a local Maasai guide will lead you on a scenic walk to the source of the Engaresero River. If rains have fallen, you'll witness stunning waterfalls and have a chance to swim in clear, refreshing streams. After this unique experience, walk back to your tented camp with views of Ol Doinyo Lengai.
Dinner and overnight at the tented camp.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Lake Natron Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Natron - Northeast Serengeti
Lake Natron - Northeast Serengeti
Early in the morning, before breakfast, take a short walk along the shores of Lake Natron with a Maasai guide to enjoy the sunrise and observe flamingos in their natural habitat. After returning to camp for breakfast, depart with packed lunchboxes and begin your journey to the northeastern Serengeti. The route takes you past dramatic escarpments, through remote Maasai lands where herders and cattle dot the landscape.
As you enter the Serengeti at Klein’s Gate, the scenery shifts to endless plains teeming with wildlife. This region lies along the main path of the Great Migration—you may encounter resident herds grazing as they await the arrival of the larger migrating groups. Arrive at your camp before sunset.
Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Game Drive Northeast Serengeti
Game Drive Northeast Serengeti
Today, follow the path of the Great Migration along the Mara River, where crocodiles lie in wait as wildebeest risk the dangerous crossing. With good timing and a bit of luck, you may witness this dramatic and unforgettable spectacle—complete with splashes, chaos, and the raw sounds of nature. This region is also rich with predators, including lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and leopards. If you're lucky, you might spot a leopard lounging in a yellow-barked acacia tree.
The northern Serengeti offers breathtaking landscapes and fewer crowds, allowing you to enjoy a full day of game drives. With your picnic lunch from camp, you’ll explore the area in search of both migrating and resident wildlife. Return to the camp before sunset.
Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Northeast - Central Serengeti
Northeast - Central Serengeti
After an early breakfast, depart with packed lunch for a full-day game drive en route to Central Serengeti. Much of the day is spent exploring the remote Lobo area—a less-visited region known for its rugged beauty and rocky outcrops, offering a true wilderness experience. As the landscape shifts, continue your journey toward the heart of the Serengeti.
In the afternoon, arrive in the Seronera area, where you'll game drive along the Seronera River and through the valley—one of the best places to spot big cats, especially during the dry season. Central Serengeti is renowned for its high concentration of predators, and with luck, you'll see lions, leopards, and cheetahs in action. Return to camp before sunset.
Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro
Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro
After breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch for a game drive in the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the caldera, enjoying breathtaking views along the way. With your guide’s sharp eyes and experience, you may spot the rare Black Rhino and have a high chance of observing a pride of lions up close.
Enjoy your picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool, surrounded by the sights and sounds of hippos wallowing and splashing in the water.
Optional for an extra cost: Visit a traditional Maasai Boma to learn how semi-nomadic communities live according to age-old customs.
In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive to Karatu, arriving at your lodge before nightfall.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Mamadunia Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro - Tarangire National Park
Ngorongoro - Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch and drive directly to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game viewing. During the dry season, Tarangire is one of the most active parks in Tanzania, known for its dense elephant population. You may encounter large herds, including calves, moving between the Tarangire River and nearby waterholes to drink and wallow.
The landscape is dotted with massive baobab trees, giving the park a unique character—like a forest of upside-down giants. Wildlife sightings are plentiful, and the scenery is spectacular.
In the late afternoon, return to your lodge before nightfall.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Kati Kati Tented Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park with your picnic lunch. As this is your final day on safari, take in the beauty of the park’s landscapes—rolling hills, ancient baobabs, and the rich wildlife of the Silale Swamp. Here, you’ll likely spot large herds of elephants grazing in the green pastures and cooling off in the water.
Besides elephants, Tarangire is also home to tree-climbing lions and elusive leopards, offering exciting sightings throughout the day.
In the late afternoon, return to your lodge before dark.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Tarangire National Park - Arusha
Tarangire National Park - Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Arusha. You will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
As your safari comes to an end, we thank you for choosing to explore Tanzania with us. We hope the memories you've made will stay with you for a lifetime, and we wish you a safe journey home. Karibu tena—welcome again!
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
