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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

Arrival

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will complete check-in and go through security, where officials will verify your required documents. Our tour guide will warmly welcome you, assist with your luggage, and escort you to our transfer vehicle for the drive to Arusha city.

Once at the hotel, our driver-guide will assist with the check-in process, and a hotel porter will take your luggage to your room. You can unwind and relax at the lodge after your long journey.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel and a brief safari orientation, you'll embark on a drive to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game viewing.

Nestled in Northern Tanzania, Tarangire is a serene and lesser-visited gem, slightly off the beaten path. Known for its impressive elephant migrations, abundant birdlife, and authentic safari atmosphere, the park offers a unique experience. Many travelers either skip Tarangire or only spend a few hours here, leaving large sections of the park virtually untouched.

Your driver will set up a delightful picnic lunch, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, and a refreshing fruit salad, complemented by wine, tea, or coffee. After lunch, continue your game drive through the park until evening, when you'll return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park, particularly in the Central Seronera region, is renowned for its abundant resident wildlife, especially the "Big Five"—the five most coveted trophies by hunters. The Serengeti is home to the largest lion population in Africa, with over 3,000 lions thriving in the ecosystem due to the rich availability of prey. The elusive leopards are also frequently spotted in the Seronera area.

Enjoy a game drive throughout the day, and at lunchtime, your driver will set up a table for a delicious hot meal, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, and a fresh fruit salad, followed by a glass of wine, tea, or coffee. After lunch, continue your search for the big cats and the "Big Five." In the evening, you'll drive to the lodge for a delightful dinner and an overnight stay.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, embark on a thrilling game drive through Serengeti National Park. In the afternoon, your driver will set up a table for a delicious hot lunch, featuring soup, bread rolls, a main dish, and a refreshing fruit salad, complemented by a glass of wine or your choice of tea or coffee. Continue your game drive, exploring the park's wonders, until the evening.

During the great migration, millions of wildebeest, driven by an ancient rhythm, engage in an intense, three-week cycle of territorial conquests and mating, contributing to the circle of life.

Later, your driver will prepare a sundowner picnic table, offering drinks and snacks, before you head back to the lodge for a delightful dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya together protect the largest and most diverse collection of terrestrial wildlife on Earth. They also safeguard one of the last remaining intact migratory systems. After breakfast at the lodge, set off on a game drive in Serengeti National Park, where you'll search for big cats and the "Big Five."

In the afternoon, your driver will prepare a delightful hot lunch, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, and a fresh fruit salad, complemented by a glass of wine or your choice of tea or coffee. Later in the afternoon, you'll drive to the camp in Ngorongoro for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart from the campsite with a picnic lunch and descend into the stunning Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the remarkable biodiversity within, surrounded by the towering walls that enclose the reserve. The crater is home to all of Africa's "Big Five" and an abundance of other wildlife, including hundreds of bird species.

Spend the full day on a game drive in the crater. In the evening, drive to the lodge for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest unbroken volcanic caldera on Earth, offering a rare opportunity to witness Africa's "Big Five" in one place. Here, you can also see Maasai tribesmen living harmoniously alongside wild animals, surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Early in the morning, you'll drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a perfect introduction to Tanzania's rich birdlife. With over 400 species recorded, even a first-time visitor to Africa can expect to spot around 100 species in just one day.

Inland from the floodplain, you'll find a narrow belt of acacia woodland, home to Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions and majestic elephants with impressive tusks. At lunchtime, your driver will set up a table under the shade of the car for a hearty hot meal, including soup, bread rolls, a main dish, and a refreshing fruit salad, along with a glass of wine, tea, or coffee.

After lunch, continue your game drive through the park. Later in the afternoon, you'll drive back to Arusha for a drop-off at the airport.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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