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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you will begin your two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the journey, you will pass by beautiful Maasai Villages and the open plain that become synonymous with images of Tanzania.

The Tarangire River provides a regular visit of large herds of elephants as well as other wildlife such as Zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and warthogs famously known as (Pumba) in the famous lion King Movie which was partly filmed in the great Serengeti plains, a must-see in your bucket list.

A picnic lunch with a spectacular view of the Tarangire River is a great way to suck it all in, you will need to have a sharp eye to keep your lunch away from the local monkeys.

Later on, take a deeper dive into the wild and have an opportunity to see lions, leopards, cape buffalo, and a large variety of antelopes. After a spectacular day in Tarangire, you will retire to your selected accommodation for dinner and a good night sleep.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
  • Budget hotel located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Mto wa mbu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands

Mto wa mbu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands

We will take an early breakfast, as we got a busy day of adventure ahead of us before we depart to Serengeti National Park from Fig tree Lodge via Ngorongoro crater while enjoying a game drive on route to Serengeti National Park.

Once in Serengeti you will be amazed by a spectacular view while enjoying a picnic lunch on a small hill in an overall flat area

After lunch at the picnic area, it’s now time to explore the endless plains of Serengeti. You will be amazed by the wide range of animals that wonder these Africa iconic savanna landscape.

For dinner and over-night in the center of Serengeti National Park in relation to the quality of accommodation requested.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

You will wake up early for breakfast accompanied with a sunrise game drive on the Serengeti plains, which offers you the best opportunity to see lions, leopards, and other predators in action. Serengeti offers a stunning sunrise as the rising sun seems to light a fire to the savannah

Once in Serengeti you will be amazed by a spectacular view while enjoying a picnic lunch on a small hill in an overall flat area. After lunch at the picnic area, it’s now time to explore the endless plains of Serengeti.

You will be amazed by the wide range of animals that wonder these Africa iconic savanna landscape on rout to Ngorongoro Highlands for dinner and overnight at a requested accommodation.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • On the crater rim of Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro

After breakfast we will begin our awaited execution to Ngorongoro Crater; considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world. When you get your first gaze of this amazing caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you will shortly realize why it has gained such modest popularity.

A meal close to the hippo pool which offers a great view of the lake, and a large number of hippos enjoying the cool water of the pool.

From the comfort of your open-roof 4*4 land cruiser (safari vehicle), you will have a chance to photograph and observe some of the most recognizable faces. Ngorongoro is home to a good number of predators including the lion (Simba), leopards (Chui), wildebeest (nyumbu), zebras (pundmilia), antelope, cape buffalo, and many more.

After the chills and thrills of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the famous hippo pool. Thereafter you will overnight at your selected accommodation in Arusha.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Njiro Legacy
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

We will start a leisurely drive to Moshi town then proceed to Marangu Gate. On the way to the gate, you will pass by beautiful coffee and bananas farms. Starting our hike on the south-east side of Mt. Kilimanjaro, at an altitude of 1,860 metres above sea level and concluding at 2,720 meters. The primary objective for the day is to reach Mandara Hut (the initial stopping point for full-scale hikes).

During this journey, you'll have mini breaks as well as a picnic lunch. You'll also encounter fatigued hikers on their way down from the peak.

Upon arrival at Mandara huts, we will get a well-deserved 30 to 45-minute rest before beginning the gradual descent back to the Main Gate. As you return, our team will be waiting for you with a cold or warm Kilimanjaro beer, not only should you climb it but drink it too. Remember, every mountain top is within reach if you keep climbing.

Pick up-6:00am
For stunning views hike to Maundi crater at zero cost.
Distance: 8km
Hiking time. 6-7 hours.

Main Destination:
Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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