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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania!
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – Meet & Greet by your safari guide.
Private transfer to your hotel in Arusha, a vibrant city at the foothills of Mount Meru.
Optional Activities (if time permits):
Visit the Cultural Heritage Centre (art, crafts, and Tanzanite gemstones).
Short visit to Arusha National Park (optional half-day game drive or walking safari).
Dinner and overnight stay at a comfortable lodge in Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Pazuri Inn
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Land of Elephants & Baobabs
Tarangire National Park – Land of Elephants & Baobabs
Tarangire National Park – Land of Elephants & Baobabs
Morning: Early breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Tarangire National Park (~2-hour drive).
Game Drive Highlights:
Large elephant herds – one of the highest densities in Africa.
Baobab trees, often called the "Tree of Life."
Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
The Tarangire River, attracting animals year-round.
Lunch: Picnic in the park with stunning views.
Afternoon: Continue game drives, searching for giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and exotic birds.
Evening: Transfer to your lodge near Tarangire for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park – Journey to the Endless Plains
Serengeti National Park – Journey to the Endless Plains
Serengeti National Park – Journey to the Endless Plains
Morning: Breakfast at the lodge, then depart for Serengeti National Park (~4-5 hours).
Scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with breathtaking views.
Afternoon: Game drive upon entering Serengeti.
Wildlife Encounters: Lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, and hyenas.
The Great Migration (Seasonal): Watch herds of wildebeest and zebras crossing the plains.
Lunch: Picnic in the park.
Evening: Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in Serengeti for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Optional: Early sunrise game drive – best time for spotting predators on the hunt.
Morning & Afternoon Game Drives:
Explore different areas of Serengeti depending on wildlife activity.
Search for the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino).
Observe predators hunting and interacting with prey.
Visit the Seronera River, home to abundant wildlife.
Lunch: Picnic in the bush or at the lodge.
Evening: Return to the lodge for relaxation, stargazing, and dinner.
Overnight at the same lodge in Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Back to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater – Back to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and home to incredible wildlife, including the Big Five. With its lush grasslands, acacia forests, and soda lakes, it offers some of Africa’s best game viewing in a unique, enclosed ecosystem. It’s also one of the few places where you can spot black rhinos in Tanzania.
Afternoon: Drive (~2 hours) back to Arusha.
Evening: Relax at your lodge, preparing for the next adventure.
Overnight in Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Pazuri Inn
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Flight to Kigoma – Boat Transfer to Lakefront Jungle Lodge
Flight to Kigoma – Boat Transfer to Lakefront Jungle Lodge
Flight to Kigoma – Boat Transfer to Lakefront Jungle Lodge
Morning: Early breakfast, then transfer to Arusha Airport for your domestic flight to Kigoma.
Upon Arrival in Kigoma:
Transfer by boat along the beautiful shoreline of Lake Tanganyika.
Arrive at your lakefront jungle lodge near Gombe Stream National Park.
Afternoon: Leisure time at the lodge – swim in Lake Tanganyika or relax in the tranquil setting.
Evening: Enjoy a lakeside dinner and sunset views.
Overnight at a lakefront lodge near Gombe.
- Main Destination:
- Kigoma (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Lakefront Jungle Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gombe National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure
Gombe National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure
Gombe National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure
Morning: Breakfast at the lodge, then embark on a guided chimpanzee trekking experience.
Chimp Trekking Experience:
Hike through dense tropical forests in search of chimpanzees.
Watch them play, groom, and interact in their natural habitat.
Learn about Dr. Jane Goodall’s conservation efforts in Gombe.
Spot other wildlife such as colobus monkeys and baboons.
Lunch: Picnic in the forest or by the lakeshore.
Afternoon: Return to the lodge for relaxation.
Evening: Enjoy a peaceful dinner by Lake Tanganyika.
Overnight at Mbali Mbali Gombe Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Gombe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Mbali Mbali Gombe Lodge
Wildlife in Gombe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Kigoma
Kigoma
Kigoma – Following Dr. Jane Goodall’s Footsteps
Morning: Breakfast at the lodge, then explore sites related to Dr. Jane Goodall’s research.
Activities Include:
Learning about chimpanzee conservation efforts.
Visiting the Gombe Research Center (if access is granted).
Afternoon: Return to Kigoma town by boat.
Evening: Relax at Kigoma Hilltop Hotel, overlooking Lake Tanganyika.
Overnight in Kigoma.
- Main Destination:
- Kigoma (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Flight to Dar es Salaam
Flight to Dar es Salaam
Flight to Dar es Salaam – Seaside Farewell
Morning: Breakfast, then transfer to Kigoma Airport for your flight to Dar es Salaam.
Upon Arrival in Dar es Salaam:
Optional visit to Kivukoni Fish Market, Azania Front Church, or Bongoyo Island.
Relax at a beachfront resort with Indian Ocean views.
Evening: Farewell dinner by the seaside.
Overnight in Dar es Salaam.
- Main Destination:
- Dar Es Salaam (City)
- Accommodation:
- Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Departure
Departure
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a relaxed morning.
Private transfer to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) for your outbound flight.
End of an unforgettable adventure!
- Main Destination:
- Dar Es Salaam Airport (Dar es Salaam)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
