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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

Welcome to Tanzania - Arusha Arrival

Welcome to Tanzania - Arusha Arrival

You'll arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where your assigned transfer driver awaits.

After a warm welcome, you'll enjoy a scenic transfer to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.

Along the way, you'll catch glimpses of Mount Meru towering over the landscape. Once in town, you will check in at the Charity Hotel, a cozy, budget-friendly lodge offering a comfortable stay.

If time allows, you'll take a short stroll through Arusha’s lively streets, visit the Maasai market, or simply relax at the hotel before your adventure begins.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
The Charity Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Walking Safari & Game Drive in Arusha National Park

Walking Safari & Game Drive in Arusha National Park

You'll start the day with a guided walking safari in Arusha National Park, an experience unlike any other.

You'll walk through dense forests as giraffes stride gracefully past, black-and-white colobus monkeys leap between branches, and warthogs dart through the grasslands. Accompanied by an armed ranger, this is your chance to explore the wild on foot, feeling the earth beneath you.

After an exhilarating walk, you'll embark on a full-day game drive through the park’s varied landscapes—from the misty depths of Ngurdoto Crater to the sparkling Momella Lakes, where flamingos, hippos, and waterbucks thrive. Keep your eyes peeled for elusive leopards and bushbucks hiding in the shadows.

By evening, you will return to the Charity Hotel for a restful night.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Accommodation:
The Charity Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tarangire's Giants - Elephants and Baobab Trees

Tarangire's Giants - Elephants and Baobab Trees

After breakfast, you'll set off towards Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem teeming with wildlife and iconic baobab trees.

As you enter the park, the sight of large elephant herds roaming freely along the Tarangire River welcomes you. This full-day game drive takes you through golden savannahs, where lions stalk prey in the tall grass and cheetahs perch on termite mounds, scanning the horizon.

You'll marvel at the diverse birdlife, from colorful lilac-breasted rollers to ostriches sprinting across the plains. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch with breathtaking views of the river, a lifeline for the park’s wildlife.

As the sun dips, you will head to Migombani Campsite, a budget-friendly retreat overlooking Lake Manyara, where a crackling campfire awaits under the African night sky.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

A Journey to the Great Serengeti – Through the Ngorongoro Highlands

A Journey to the Great Serengeti – Through the Ngorongoro Highlands

You'll wake up early and journey through the Ngorongoro Highlands, a breathtaking region of rolling green hills and Maasai villages. The scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area offers stunning vistas and sightings of grazing zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest along the way.

As you descend into Serengeti National Park, the landscape transforms into vast golden plains stretching as far as the eye can see. You'll watch as herds of wildebeest and zebras migrate in search of fresh grazing while predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas lurk nearby.

By sunset, you will arrive at Nyani Campsite, your base for the night, where the distant roar of lions and the rustling of nocturnal creatures set the scene for an authentic Serengeti experience.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Sunrise Safari & Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Sunrise Safari & Serengeti to Ngorongoro

The adventure begins at dawn, the best time to witness predators in action.

As the sun rises, casting golden hues across the savannah, you'll head out on an early morning game drive to catch lions on the prowl, cheetahs sprinting after prey, and leopards retreating to the trees. The Serengeti at sunrise is a wildlife photographer’s dream, with elephants silhouetted against the first light and giraffes gracefully roaming the plains.

After a hearty breakfast at camp, you will embark on a scenic transfer game drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, pass by the Seronera River, where hippos lounge and crocodiles bask on the banks. By late afternoon, you will arrive at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, perched on the crater’s rim.

You'll enjoy a breathtaking sunset overlooking the crater, where you might spot zebras grazing near camp as you relax under the African sky.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater – The Lost World of Wildlife

Ngorongoro Crater – The Lost World of Wildlife

You'll wake up to the cool mountain air before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO-listed wonder often called Africa’s Eden. The crater floor is teeming with wildlife, offering some of the best chances to see the Big Five—including black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalos, and leopards.

You'll drive through the Lerai Forest, home to large elephant bulls with majestic tusks, and stop by the Hippo Pool, where massive pods of hippos laze in the water. As you traverse the open plains, you'll witness cheetahs sprinting after gazelles and hyenas scavenging for food. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch by a scenic lake, surrounded by breathtaking views and endless wildlife encounters.

After a full-day exploration, you will ascend the crater walls and journey back to Arusha, where you’ll check into the Charity Hotel for your final night in Tanzania.

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:
The Charity Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Kilimanjaro's Slopes - Coffee Tour and Materuni Waterfalls Hike

Kilimanjaro's Slopes - Coffee Tour and Materuni Waterfalls Hike

Your final day takes you to the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, where a cultural adventure awaits.

You'll visit Materuni Village, a charming Chagga community, and take part in a traditional coffee-making experience. You'll learn how local farmers harvest, roast, and brew coffee beans, then savor a freshly brewed cup of Tanzanian Arabica coffee.

Next, you will embark on a short hike to Materuni Waterfalls, a stunning cascade hidden within lush rainforests. You'll take a refreshing dip in the cool natural pool or simply soak in the beauty of this hidden gem.

After lunch in the village, you will bid farewell to Tanzania as you transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your departure, ending your epic 7-day budget safari with unforgettable memories.

Main Destination:
Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro
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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