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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Eigene Anreise und Ankunft in Arusha

Eigene Anreise und Ankunft in Arusha

Arusha, located in **northern Tanzania**, serves as the **gateway** to some of **Africa’s most stunning natural wonders** and is the **starting point for safaris**. Nestled at the **foot of majestic Mount Meru**, the city captivates with its **diverse population** and **pleasant climate**.

Upon arrival, we will **pick you up from the airport** and take you to your **first lodge**, which will be your home for the **next three days**. Depending on your arrival time, you can **explore the city** or simply **relax by the pool**, letting the **African vibe** surround you.

After **dinner**, you will meet your **photography coach** and fellow participants during a **small “Meet & Greet.”** Your coach will introduce the **photography course program** and share some **useful tips** to get you started. 📷✨.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tumbili Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha

Arusha

If you’d like to **start your day with energy** at 7 AM, you can join an **optional yoga session** with Tizia.

At **10 AM**, we gather, and nothing stands in the way of the **beginning of your photography journey**.

Throughout the day, in **small learning sessions**, you’ll become familiar with **aperture, shutter speed, and ISO**, gaining **hands-on experience** with your camera. The **intensive learning experience** is enriched with **practical tips**, specifically tailored to **wildlife and landscape photography**.

In the evening, we will share a **traditional dinner** with a **local family**, an experience that will stay with you for a long time.

Listen to the **sounds of nature**, promising a **restful sleep** in this **Tanzanian paradise**. Now, there’s only one thing left to say: **“Lala Salama”**—Swahili for **"Sleep well."**.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tumbili Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Überraschungs-Tour

Überraschungs-Tour

Today’s theme is **“Learning by Shooting.”**

We start the day **early** with a breathtaking excursion into **Tanzania’s stunning nature**. If the sky is clear, you may catch a **glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro** in the distance.

With your **newly acquired skills**, you’ll feel inspired to **capture unique moments** with your camera. As the **golden hour** bathes the landscape in soft light, we’ll have the chance to photograph **monkeys, colorful birds, and butterflies** in a truly magical setting. Your **photography coach** will be by your side, offering **guidance and helpful tips**.

After returning to the **lodge**, we will have a **photo review session** to reflect on the day’s captures.

In the evening, you have the option to join a **relaxing yoga and meditation session**, preparing for **tomorrow’s big safari adventure**.

Your **final night at Tumbili Lodge** will bring deep, restful sleep as you dream of the **exciting African adventures ahead**.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tumbili Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Tarangire Nationalpark

Tarangire Nationalpark

In the morning, we head to **Tarangire National Park**, home to **giraffes, antelopes, wildebeests, and large elephant herds**—one of the most **unforgettable safari experiences**. Where prey is plentiful, predators follow, and with luck, we may spot **lions**. With your **photography coach** by your side, you’ll capture incredible shots.

At **Suricata Boma Lodge**, **centuries-old baobab trees** welcome us, whispering untold stories. The **Lake Manyara view** is breathtaking.

As the day ends, we enjoy a **sundowner**, soaking in the **golden sky**. If lucky, we’ll witness **Tanzania’s stunning sunset**, a perfect moment to **capture and cherish forever**.

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
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Serengeti Nationalpark

Serengeti Nationalpark

On **dusty roads**, we set off toward the **legendary Serengeti**, the world’s most famous **savanna**.

Now at our feet, this **natural paradise** unfolds in all its **grandeur and abundance**. Your **camera** will be your witness to this **extraordinary spectacle**, helping you capture **timeless moments** that will stay with you forever.

Our tour takes place during the **Great Migration**, when approximately **1.5 million wildebeests**, countless **zebras and gazelles** move between the **Masai Mara** and the **Serengeti** in search of **water and fresh grazing land**. **Predators** such as **lions, cheetahs, and hyenas** follow closely, seizing their opportunity for an **easy hunt**.

The exact path of these **vast herds** depends on the **weather**, but our **expert guide**, with years of experience, will anticipate their movements and lead us in the **right direction**.

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:
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Serengeti Nationalpark

Serengeti Nationalpark

Today, we leave camp **early** once again to explore the **legendary Serengeti**, a **UNESCO World Heritage Site**. Every moment brings **new surprises**—a **wildebeest here, a zebra there, a lion in the distance**.

Our **experienced guide** will take us to the **best spots**, ensuring we capture **extraordinary images**. With the **camera always at hand**, photographers will have **endless opportunities** to capture the magic of the Serengeti.

Nowhere else on Earth can you witness such **vast herds of herbivores** moving across the plains. We take our time, waiting for the **perfect shot**, but also pause to **fully absorb the spectacle** without a lens.

The name **Serengeti** comes from the Maasai language, meaning **"endless land"**, and it truly lives up to its name. After a **day full of adventure**, with **memory cards full and camera batteries drained**, we all deserve some time to **rest and recharge**.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Serengeti Nationalpark

Serengeti Nationalpark

Fueled by a **hearty breakfast**, we set off for our **final game drive** in the **Serengeti**. Over the past days, you have **refined your photography skills**, and now, **aperture, shutter speed, and ISO** are second nature.

After **lunch**, we journey toward the **Ngorongoro Conservation Area**, where you will have **plenty of time** to capture the **wildlife and landscapes** of this **7th Natural Wonder of Africa**.

Stay open to surprises, sharpen your **photographic eye**, practice **patience**, and embrace your **spirit of discovery**.

Filled with **awe-inspiring experiences**, you’ll spend the night at **Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge**, a true **gem** perched on the **edge of the famous crater**. From here, you’ll enjoy a **spectacular view** of the crater floor—an ideal setting for our **final safari day**.

With a bit of luck, the **legendary sunrise** will greet us with a **smile**.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Ngorongoro Krater

Ngorongoro Krater

Our **final safari day** brings another highlight of your **photography journey**—the **Ngorongoro Crater**, the world’s **largest intact volcanic caldera**. The drive through the **surrounding conservation area** immerses us in the **ultimate Tanzania experience**.

Inside the crater, an **unforgettable sight** awaits. This unique ecosystem hosts **Africa’s highest concentration of wildlife**. With great luck, we may spot the **rare black rhino**, while **lions, flamingos, hippos, and hyenas** are almost guaranteed to make an appearance. You won’t want to **put your camera down for a second**!

In the evening, we stay **at the crater’s edge**, surrounded by **idyllic nature**. At over **2,000 meters altitude**, temperatures can drop, but the **warm glow of the campfire** invites us to gather, share stories, and enjoy a **drink in this magical atmosphere**.

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:
Acacia Farm Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Arusha und Maasaidorf

Arusha und Maasaidorf

After **breakfast**, we leave the **Ngorongoro Crater** and visit a **traditional Maasai village**. The **Maasai** are one of the most well-known tribes in **Kenya and Tanzania**, and this visit offers a unique insight into their **traditional way of life**.

Dressed in **vibrant, traditional attire** and with warm hospitality, they invite you to step inside their huts, share their customs, and experience their **rich cultural heritage**. Often, they perform one of their **ceremonial dances** and offer handmade jewelry or souvenirs for purchase—the proceeds directly support the **Maasai community**.

After this **special encounter**, we continue our journey back to **Arusha**.

At our **final dinner together**, we will reflect on the **incredible moments** of the past days, letting the **spirit of the African wilderness** and its **Big Five** sink in. You’ll return home with **countless breathtaking photos** and a heart full of **unforgettable memories and emotions**.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tumbili Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 10

Abreise

Abreise

After your **final night** and a **hearty breakfast**, you will be **picked up from your lodge** and transferred to the **airport** for your onward or return journey.

We wish you **wonderful memories** to carry in your **heart and mind**. With your **dream photos**, you have captured these moments **for eternity**. Safe travels!

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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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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  • This tour is offered by Taurus Explorers, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Taurus Explorers.