$748 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Materuni Waterfalls
Materuni Waterfalls
A tour of Materuni Village and Waterfalls is a good way to spend a day away from the bustle of Arusha town life. The walk to Materuni Waterfall offers a glimpse into the nature of Tanzania while giving you a bit of a work-out to prepare your body for the forthcoming adventure safari
The tour starts in the coffee plantations of the local Chagga community, where the villagers will demonstrate some of the processes involved in coffee farming and handling and give you a chance to participate in preparing the coffee beans and making your own coffee.
The following walk to Materuni Waterfalls is an opportunity to see how local fruit, including avocados, mangos, lemons, and bananas grow, as well as learn some of the local history and traditions. A swim in the waters of the fall and lunch amidst the beauties of African nature conclude the tour.
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
Today, you'll drive to Tarangire National Park, for excellent wildlife viewing. Tarangire is a small park which offers some excellent sights. Generally in the dry seasons, Tarangire comes alive as wildlife and birdlife congregate on the Tarangire River, which is a permanent source of water. You will spend the night in your camp beautifully set outside the park with stunning views and a unique atmosphere.
● Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Ngorongoro Crater Tour
You will start the day with an early morning game drive before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ngorongoro is a Conservation Area, not a national park; this means that the whole area is managed for both the animals and the local Masai people who graze their cattle alongside the indigenous wildlife. During the drive to Ngorongoro, you'll have a chance to glimpse something of the Masai way of life. After stopping at the entrance gate where there is a chance to learn more about this fascinating volcanic landscape, you will drive around the rim of the Crater itself. From here you can look down and see the herd of wildebeests or buffalos. Finally, you'll descend into the crater. The crater walls provide a natural sanctuary for the animals, which means there is plenty to see: lions, elephants, buffalos, rhinos, and leopards (if you are lucky). The only animal you won’t see here is giraffes, whose long legs are unable to cope with the steep sides of the crater.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Today, you'll drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full day of game drives. This is one of Tanzania’s smaller parks but still offers a rewarding and diverse safari experience. The lakeshore at Manyara teems with birdlife, and while you are looking for the birds, you might spot one of the elusive tree-climbing lions. There are a surprising number of other large mammals and the striking cliffs on the Rift escarpment form a dramatic backdrop. In the late afternoon, you'll make a short journey from the park to your permanent tented camp.
Departure Instructions:
This Tour ends at Arusha at 3:30 pm, you can only depart on this day if you have booked a domestic flight that departs from Kilimanjaro International Airport at 5:40 pm and onwards or an international flight that departs at 7:00 pm and onwards. Otherwise, you will need to book a post-night accommodation if you are departing with an earlier flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and picnic lunch box.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
