10-Day Safari & Cultural Experience in Northern Tanzania

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

Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at the airport, an Arem Safaris representative will greet you and escort you to your lodging in Arusha. If time permits upon arrival, you can explore the city of Arusha. Set amidst expansive greenery, the Mount Meru Hotel provides a tranquil environment to unwind and gear up for your upcoming safari expedition.

Overnight at Arusha Planet Lodge.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park

Following breakfast, your personal safari guide will pick you up from your hotel. En route to Tarangire, you'll traverse the picturesque Maasai plains, dotted with acacia trees and bustling with colorful Maasai locals tending to their daily activities. Tarangire National Park derives its name from the Tarangire River, serving as a vital water source for wildlife during the dry season. Renowned for its elephant herds, the park offers sightings of various wildlife, including giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests. Predators like lions and leopards are often spotted trailing these animals. With an abundance of bird species, Tarangire is a haven for birdwatchers. Towering baobab trees add to the park's scenic charm. After an exhilarating game drive, you'll proceed to one of our selected mid-range lodges for dinner, relaxation, and overnight accommodation.

Overnight Marera Valley Lodge.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park

Following breakfast, your journey continues towards the lush Ngorongoro highlands, where the Iraqw people cultivate crops like wheat and corn. En route, you'll traverse mist-covered rainforests within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering glimpses of baboons, and if luck favors, elusive leopards and majestic elephants amidst the dense foliage. As you traverse the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater emerges, showcasing its breathtaking beauty before you proceed to the renowned Serengeti National Park, arriving by midday. As Tanzania's largest park, the Serengeti boasts an array of landscapes including expansive grassy plains, marshes, lakes, savannah, and rugged mountains. Following an extensive game drive, you'll head towards the Seronera Valley for an evening meal and overnight stay at your designated accommodation.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp.

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Luxury Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park

This day is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti through thrilling game drives. Renowned for its expansive grasslands offering superb wildlife sightings, the Serengeti stands as Tanzania’s oldest national park and one of the planet's ancient ecosystems, with its climate and vegetation remaining largely unchanged for millions of years. While the Serengeti teems with diverse wildlife, it's most famed for the annual great migration. Countless wildebeest, accompanied by sizable herds of zebra and antelope, embark on an annual journey in search of fresh grazing, dictated by the fluctuating rainfall patterns each year. Following your exhilarating game drive, you'll retreat to your accommodation for a satisfying dinner and relaxation beneath the African sky.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Luxury Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park

You might opt for an early morning game drive to witness the savannah ablaze with the sunrise, where predators like leopards and lions are actively hunting for their breakfast. Alternatively, consider enhancing your safari experience with a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast. Consult with your Arem safaris tour advisor to arrange this remarkable addition to your adventure. Continue your Serengeti exploration, encountering various animals, birds, and landscapes along the way.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Luxury Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Area

Following breakfast, engage in a last Serengeti game drive before journeying towards the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival at the crater's edge in the afternoon, catch a glimpse of the landscape awaiting you tomorrow – sparkling streams, expansive grasslands, and a multitude of animals. Retreat to a luxurious lodge perched on the crater rim for the night, where the vistas of the crater are truly memorable.

Overnight at Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rhino Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Area

Upon first glimpse, the Ngorongoro Crater appears like a lost realm, nestled within the steep volcanic walls. Concealed within are pristine landscapes comprising vast savannahs, patches of acacia woodland, and shimmering lakes and marshes. Formed by a colossal volcanic eruption and subsequent collapse millions of years ago, the crater is renowned for its geological wonders and serves as a haven for some of Africa's most populous large mammal species. Descending into the crater is an adventure in itself, revealing a bustling ecosystem teeming with wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and over 500 bird species. This unique environment offers prime opportunities to spot the endangered black rhinoceros amidst the open grasslands. Following a day filled with exhilarating encounters, you'll journey to the nearby town of Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight Marera Valley Lodge.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

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)

Lake Manyara National Park

Following breakfast, you'll journey to the final destination of your safari - Lake Manyara National Park. Known for its untouched beauty, Manyara is famed for its profusion of avian species and iconic tree-climbing lions. The park's striking western escarpment, a feature of the Rift Valley, frames its western boundary, while the eastern side is graced by the shallow, alkaline Lake Manyara.

This expansive lake, subject to seasonal flooding and drying, hosts flocks of flamingos during the rainy season. The park derives its name from the Maasai term 'emanyara', referring to a thorny bush often used for constructing protective enclosures around homesteads. The park's vegetation is remarkably varied, ranging from savannah plains to lush evergreen forests. Throughout your exploration, expect to encounter an array of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, elephants, and with luck, lions reclining in the branches. Following lunch, you'll make your way back to Arusha.

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Materuni Cultural Experience

In the early morning, depart from your Arusha accommodation for Materuni village in the Kilimanjaro region, where you'll enjoy an enriching coffee tour. Delve into the intricate process of coffee cultivation, drying, roasting, and further processing. Participate in grinding the coffee, accompanied by lively Chagga songs and dances, offering a delightful immersion into local culture. If weather permits, catch sight of the majestic summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Following your day in Materuni, retreat to a quaint lodge nestled amidst picturesque surroundings near Kilimanjaro International Airport. The lodge team will facilitate your transfer to the airport the following day.

Overnight at Chanya Lodge.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Chanya Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Moshi (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depature

You will be taken to Kilimanjaro Airport at the scheduled time for your flight departure.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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