Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival and Airport pick Up
Arrival and Airport pick Up
Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro Airport, our driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals area, holding a sign with your name for easy recognition. You will then be transferred to your accommodation in Arusha city for an overnight stay, where you can unwind and get ready for your next day's adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
-
Karibu Heritage House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Makuyuni Wildlife Park
Makuyuni Wildlife Park
Meet your safari guide and drive to Makuyuni Wildlife Park, located within the Tarangire–Manyara corridor. This lesser-known park offers a peaceful wilderness experience with scenic views and rich biodiversity.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive through the park’s rolling hills and open plains, where you may spot elephants, giraffes, wildebeest, oryx, buffalo, lions, wild dogs, and more. The area is also a haven for birdwatchers, with a wide variety of species.
Later, relax at your eco-friendly lodge, surrounded by nature and the sounds of the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Makuyuni Wildlife Park (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- Maasai Eco Boma
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you’ll be picked up at 8:00 a.m. for a picturesque two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. Enjoy an exhilarating game drive through diverse landscapes, spotting a variety of wildlife from an open-roof vehicle. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch before continuing your exploration. As the day winds down, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ikumbi Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Mto wa Mbu tu Serengeti National Park
Mto wa Mbu tu Serengeti National Park
To elevate your experience, consider adding a hot air balloon safari or a guided walking safari (available at an additional cost), both offering breathtaking views and a deeper connection with the landscape and wildlife.
After breakfast, your adventure continues as you journey toward the Serengeti. While the drive may be long and occasionally rugged, it offers 4 to 5 hours of exceptional wildlife viewing as you pass through the crater highlands toward the endless Serengeti plains. If the weather allows, you’ll stop briefly at the Ngorongoro Viewpoint to take in the breathtaking caldera before continuing your safari.
En route, you’ll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the wilderness. Upon arriving in the Serengeti, an afternoon game drive will introduce you to the park’s abundant wildlife. As the sun sets, you’ll proceed to your accommodation for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Safari View Luxury Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Early morning game drive in Serengeti then get back for your breakfast, set off on a scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Highland, with about three hours of game viewing en route. This unique ecosystem is often called the Eighth Wonder of the World.
your guide will take you to your accommodation while enjoying the Ngorongoro rim views waiting for the next day's adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Wild Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying approximately three hours of wildlife viewing along the way. This remarkable ecosystem is home to diverse East African wildlife, including the rare black rhino, which you may be fortunate to spot. Spanning 260 square kilometers with a diameter of about 20 kilometers, the crater takes around 5 hours to explore fully. Then you will drive back to Karatu to your booked accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Karibu Heritage House
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Arusha to Materuni Waterfalls
Arusha to Materuni Waterfalls
Start your day with a scenic drive from Arusha to Materuni Village, located on the lush slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, approximately 2 to 2.5 hours by road. Materuni is home to the Chagga people and offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion.
Upon arrival, begin with a guided hike through the verdant rainforest to the stunning Materuni Waterfall, which plunges nearly 90 meters into a natural pool below. Along the way, your local guide will introduce you to the region's flora, fauna, and traditional uses of medicinal plants. If you like, you can even take a refreshing dip in the waterfall’s pool.
Afterward, return to the village for an authentic Chagga coffee experience. Participate in the traditional process of making coffee—from picking, roasting, and grinding beans to enjoying a fresh cup while local songs and dances liven the atmosphere.
Enjoy a locally prepared lunch before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
