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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport - Transfer to the Lodge
Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport - Transfer to the Lodge
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by our professional tour guide and staff from I Dream of Africa. After completing immigration formalities and a short safari briefing, you’ll transfer to Arusha for your stay at a beautiful lodge. Depending on your arrival time, lunch will be served before you settle in for the night.
Nestled in a peaceful rural setting outside Arusha City, your lodge offers a glimpse into local life, surrounded by banana plantations and other crops. Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak, with Mount Kilimanjaro—the highest in Africa—visible in the distance.
Relax by the swimming pool while watching colorful birds or savor your morning coffee made from freshly grown Tanzanian beans. You can also indulge in the sweetness of locally grown bananas—an authentic taste of Tanzania!
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Mtoni River Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Explore Mto Wa Mbu culture & encounter wildlife in Lake Manyara
Explore Mto Wa Mbu culture & encounter wildlife in Lake Manyara
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, with a stop at Mto wa Mbu Village, one of Tanzania’s most culturally diverse communities. Here, you’ll meet people from all 120+ Tanzanian communities and embark on a guided cultural walk led by a local expert fluent in English. Strolling through the village, you’ll gain insight into the unique traditions, daily life, and customs of its residents.
Surrounded by lush green landscapes, you’ll explore thriving farmlands, including over 30 varieties of bananas. Your walk ends at the African Women’s Group, where you’ll enjoy a freshly prepared traditional Tanzanian lunch, tasting a variety of authentic African dishes.
After lunch, continue to Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting afternoon game drive, where you may spot tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, and more. By late afternoon, you’ll exit the park and head to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Manyara National Park - North Serengeti National Park
Lake Manyara National Park - North Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Northern Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at the main gate for transit formalities, then continue through the lush Ngorongoro Highlands. At Heroes Point, pause to admire the stunning Ngorongoro Crater.
Enjoy a picnic lunch before an en-route game drive, spotting wildlife like elephants, giraffes, and predators. Capture breathtaking landscapes as you journey through the vast Serengeti. Arrive in the Northern Serengeti before sunset, ready for an unforgettable safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Track the Great Migration in North Serengeti
Track the Great Migration in North Serengeti
Set out early in the morning with breakfast and a picnic lunch to explore the breathtaking Northern Serengeti, a truly unique landscape that stands apart from any other area in the park. Your game drive will focus along the Mara River, following the migration paths as animals cross between Serengeti and Masai Mara. Depending on the season, you may witness the dramatic crossings, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave the waters teeming with Nile crocodiles. Unlike other areas, the Northern Serengeti is the only place where animals cross the Mara River multiple times due to the long rainy season, making it an exceptional location for migration sightings. Even outside of peak migration, this region is rich with wildlife, from majestic elephants and big cats to hippos lounging in the river. With stunning scenery, diverse habitats, and incredible wildlife interactions, this game drive offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Set out to Serengeti central the Seronera valley
Set out to Serengeti central the Seronera valley
Leave after breakfast with a picnic lunch and drive to Central Serengeti, passing through northeast Serengeti with an en-route game drive. Travel through Bologonja Spring and the Lobo area, a key migration route where you may spot herds of wildebeest, zebras, and grazing animals like eland, Grant’s gazelle, Thomson’s gazelle, and buffalo. The Lobo rocks are home to one of the largest lion prides in the region, and predators like hyenas and cheetahs are often seen hunting.
Not all animals migrate, so you may find resident zebras and wildebeests grazing near springs like Klein’s Gate, which provide fresh water and lush grass. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters as you journey toward Central Serengeti. Arrive at Kati Kati Camp before dark, where you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner and a night under the Serengeti stars.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
From Serengeti wild plains to the majestic Ngorongoro Crater
From Serengeti wild plains to the majestic Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, set off for the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater with a picnic lunch. Often called the **eighth wonder of the world**, this natural marvel is a self-sustaining ecosystem with its own unique climate, lush vegetation, and an incredible variety of wildlife. Nowhere else offers such a concentrated abundance of animals, and if you’re lucky, you may spot the elusive black rhinoceros, one of Africa’s most endangered species.
At the scenic Ngoitoktok picnic site, enjoy your meal while watching hippos wallow in the water. Keep an eye out for black kites swooping overhead—they have been known to snatch food right from visitors’ hands! So, hold onto your lunch and soak in the magic of this one-of-a-kind place. In the late afternoon, drive to Karatu, reflecting on the unforgettable experience of exploring one of nature’s greatest masterpieces.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Mamadunia Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park
Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for a hot lunch at the camp. After lunch, head out for your final afternoon game drive in this incredible landscape, home to some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania. Along the Tarangire River, which winds through the park, you’ll encounter elephant families cooling off and drinking from its fresh waters, alongside a variety of other wildlife and bird species.
Tarangire is a must-visit, especially in the dry season when animals gather under the shade of towering baobab and acacia trees. As the sun sets, return to camp before dark and gather around the campfire at the main tent, enjoying a drink while reflecting on your safari journey. Savor the magic of your final evening in the wild, where the sounds of nature and the memories of your adventure make for an unforgettable experience.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Kati Kati Tented Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Tarangire to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
Tarangire to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast, if time permits, enjoy a final morning game drive, soaking in the last moments of the African wilderness. Then, depart from camp and begin your journey back. Depending on your travel plans, drive to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar or continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. Along the way, make a few short stops for souvenir shopping, giving you a chance to pick up unique gifts and mementos from your safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
