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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

Arrival in Arusha-Kilimanjaro Airport

Arrival in Arusha-Kilimanjaro Airport

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your driver-guide who will transfer you to Mvuli Hotel in Arusha, where you will spend your first night.

Mvuli Hotel is a comfortable and affordable hotel located in a serene environment, making it an ideal place to rest and unwind after long hours of traveling. Once you check-in, you can settle into your room and relax for a while before dinner.

In the evening, you will indulge in a delicious meal at the hotel restaurant. After dinner, you will take a stroll around the hotel grounds, have a dip in the pool, or simply relax in your room and prepare for the exciting adventures ahead.

You will stay overnight at the Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa in Arusha as you get ready to embark on your safari journey the following day.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation:
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

On day two, you will leave your accommodation after breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. This park is known for its diverse range of habitats, including dense forest, grassy plains, and a large soda lake. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, baboons, hippos, and a large population of flamingos.

As you enter the park, you will embark on a game drive, searching for wildlife in the various habitats. You may spot tree-climbing lions, which are a unique sight in this park. You will also see many bird species, including the famous pink flamingos, which can be seen wading in the shallow waters of the lake.

You will have a picnic lunch in the park, enjoying the beautiful scenery and wildlife around you. After lunch, you will continue your game drive, exploring different areas of the park and searching for more wildlife.
In the late afternoon, you will leave the park and head back to Eileen's Tree Inn for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

On day three, you will have an early breakfast and then depart from Eileen's Tree Inn and drive towards the Serengeti National Park. This will be a long drive, but it will be filled with beautiful scenery and sights of the local Maasai people.

As you enter the Serengeti, you will immediately start to spot wildlife along the way. The Serengeti is home to the Big Five —lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceroses, and buffalos —as well as many other species such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and more.

You will have a game drive en route to your accommodation, the Kontiki Camp, which is located in the heart of the Serengeti. The camp offers comfortable accommodation with private en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and comfortable beds. The camp also has a dining area where you will have your meals and a lounge area where you can relax and enjoy the stunning views of the Serengeti.
Your overnight stay will be at Osinoni Camp, listening to the sounds of wildlife in the distance.

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:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

On day four, you will wake up early for breakfast at the camp and then embark on a full-day game drive in the Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti is a vast and diverse park, covering an area of over 14,000 square kilometers, so there will be plenty to see and explore.

During the game drive, you will have the opportunity to see a wide variety of wildlife, including large herds of wildebeest, and zebras, as well as predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. The Serengeti is also home to over 500 species of birds, so you can expect to see a diverse range of birdlife during your game drive.

You will stop for a picnic lunch in the park, enjoying the beautiful scenery and wildlife around you. After lunch, you will continue your game drive, exploring different areas of the park and searching for more wildlife.

As the sun begins to set, you will leave the park and return to Kontiki camp. Dinner will be served at the camp, and you can spend the evening relaxing by the campfire.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

On day five, after breakfast, you will depart from the Serengeti and drive towards the Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited parks in Tanzania, known for its unique landscape and wildlife.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact caldera in the world and home to a large concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. As you descend into the crater, you will be amazed by the stunning scenery and wildlife that surrounds you.

During your game drive in the crater, you will have the opportunity to see a wide variety of animals, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos, and rhinoceroses, as well as many other species of wildlife.

You will have a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the crater. After lunch, you will continue your game drive, exploring the different areas of the crater and looking for more wildlife.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

On this last day of your safari, you will start early at 7:00 am after breakfast and head to Tarangire National Park, which is located about two hours from Arusha.

Tarangire National Park is one of the most beautiful and underrated parks in Tanzania, known for its large herds of elephants and ancient baobab trees. Upon arrival at the park, you will embark on a full-day game drive, exploring the vast plains and woodlands in search of wildlife. You will have the opportunity to see a wide range of animals such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and many more.

In the afternoon, you will have a picnic lunch in the park while enjoying the stunning scenery and wildlife around you. After lunch, you will continue your game drive, exploring the park and enjoying the diversity of wildlife.

Later afternoon, you will leave the park and head to Arusha town/ Kilimanjaro Airport.

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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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