$4,122 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and taken to your accommodation in Arusha. If you have some free time, feel free to explore the city. You can visit popular spots like the Cultural Heritage Site, the Maasai markets, and local food markets. If you’re in the mood for some outdoor fun, you can also try canoeing at Lake Duluti.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Today marks the start of our safari adventure! After breakfast, our guide will pick you up from your hotel around 8 am, and we'll begin our 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, arriving at the park gate by around 10 am.
Once we check in, we'll start our game drive. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds and tree-climbing lions, and you'll also encounter wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and hippos. The park is home to the iconic baobab trees, some believed to be over 8,000 years old! For lunch, we’ll stop at the Tarangire River picnic site, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Tarangire plains.
After lunch, we'll resume our game drive, exploring the park until late evening. We’ll then exit the park and head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey to Serengeti National Park, a 5 to 6-hour drive that will take us through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Along the way, we'll make a brief stop at the Ngorongoro viewpoint for 10 to 15 minutes to take in the breathtaking views of the crater and snap some photos. We’ll also learn about how the crater was formed. Then, we'll continue our drive, taking in the sights of wildlife along the way. We'll arrive at Serengeti's Naabi Hill Gate between 2 and 3 pm, where lunch will be served.
After lunch, we'll check in at Serengeti and head out for a game drive to catch the sunset. Serengeti is renowned for its vast grasslands and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, and leopard). After enjoying the sunset, we’ll return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pamoja Serengeti Luxury Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, we'll go on a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. We'll visit different parts of the park, looking for the Big Five and other elusive animals like leopards. Serengeti has many different animal species, so spending the whole day here gives us plenty of time to see them.
If we're here at the right time, we might see the "great migration". We'll have lunch at a lovely picnic spot inside the park. Then, we'll continue the game drive until late evening, when we'll head back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pamoja Serengeti Luxury Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Today, we suggest getting up early before the sun rises. After coffee, you'll head out for a sunrise game drive, carrying your packed breakfast.
This is a great time to see many animals as they're most active when it's cooler. Around 10 am, we'll enjoy a full breakfast in the bush at a specially chosen picnic spot. Then, we'll continue our drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
By around 2 to 3 pm, we'll reach the Naabi Hill gate for lunch and then check into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Later, we'll head to your lodge on the rim of the crater for dinner and your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Today, we’ll start early with breakfast by 6 am before heading down into the crater for a morning game drive, where we’ll witness the stunning sunrise. Ngorongoro is truly a unique destination, and descending to the crater floor offers an unforgettable experience that’s unlike any other safari in Africa. It’s like entering another world, teeming with diverse wildlife, including the 600 hyenas that call the crater home and the critically endangered black rhinos.
You’ll also spot elephants with huge tusks and over 50 lions roaming freely. But it’s the incredible beauty of Ngorongoro that will leave the strongest impression. During our game drive, we’ll stop for lunch at the hippo pool picnic site. After exploring, we’ll head back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, we’ll head to Lake Manyara National Park. Upon arrival, we’ll check in and begin our game drive. The park is home to thousands of pink flamingos, especially during the wet season.
With over 400 bird species, including waterfowl and migratory birds, Lake Manyara is a birdwatcher's paradise. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions and large elephant herds. We’ll enjoy a scenic lunch by Lake Manyara, taking in the beautiful views.
After lunch, we’ll continue our exploration of the park until late evening, then exit and head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Manyara Lakeview Oasis
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Departure
Departure
After breakfast, we’ll make our way to Lake Manyara National Park. Upon arrival, we’ll check in and start our game drive. The park is home to thousands of pink flamingos, especially during the wet season.
Lake Manyara is also a haven for birdwatchers, with over 400 species of birds, including waterfowl and migratory birds. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions and large elephant herds. We’ll stop for lunch by Lake Manyara, where you can enjoy the stunning scenery.
After lunch, we’ll continue exploring the park until late evening, then exit and head back to your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha Airport (Arusha)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
