9-Day Mid-Range, Wildlife & Cultural Safari

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

Arrival to Arusha

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), where a friendly Keystone Tours & Safaris guide will welcome you. Transfer to Kibo Palace Hotel in Arusha, a comfortable mid-range hotel perfect for relaxing after your journey. Spend the evening unwinding, enjoying the hotel amenities, or exploring nearby areas before a delicious dinner.

🏨 Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Dinner.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at Kibo Palace Hotel, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo in their natural habitat. In the evening, check in at Nyikani Camp Tarangire, a comfortable mid-range camp offering a relaxed safari experience. Unwind and enjoy a delicious dinner after an exciting day in the park.

🏨 Accommodation: Nyikani Camp Tarangire
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Nyikani Camp Tarangire

• Mid-range tented camp located outside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire - Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, elephants, and flamingos. Enjoy a scenic game drive around the park, exploring diverse habitats from forests to open plains. Capture amazing wildlife sightings and photograph the stunning lake scenery. In the evening, check in at Country Lodge Karatu, a comfortable mid-range lodge, and relax before dinner.

🏨 Accommodation: Country Lodge Karatu
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Country Lodge Karatu

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive as you enter the Serengeti plains, spotting lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests. Arrive at Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp, a comfortable mid-range camp that offers a blend of adventure and relaxation. Unwind and enjoy dinner after your first Serengeti safari experience.

🏨 Accommodation: Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full Game drive in Serengeti National Park

After breakfast at Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp, embark on a full-day game drive across the vast Serengeti National Park. Witness the Big Five and large herds of wildebeest and zebras roaming the iconic plains. Stop for a picnic lunch in the wilderness while taking in breathtaking scenery and photographing wildlife. Continue your afternoon safari, exploring different areas of the park for varied sightings. Return to Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp in the evening to relax and enjoy dinner.

🏨 Accommodation: Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Burudika Serengeti Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart for the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend into the crater for a game drive, spotting lions, elephants, zebras, buffalo, hippos, and possibly the rare black rhino in this unique ecosystem. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch amidst the wildlife and stunning crater landscapes. In the late afternoon, check in at Rhino Lodge, a comfortable mid-range lodge offering relaxation and great views of the surrounding highlands.

🏨 Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rhino Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater - Lake eyasi

After breakfast, depart for Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Upon arrival, embark on a cultural experience with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherer community, learning about their traditional lifestyle, hunting techniques, and daily life. Explore the scenic lakeshore and interact with local communities for an authentic cultural encounter. In the evening, check in at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, a comfortable mid-range lodge offering serene views and a relaxing atmosphere.

🏨 Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Eyasi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Eyasi - Return to Arusha

After breakfast at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, depart for Arusha, stopping along the way at a Maasai village. Learn about the Maasai’s traditional lifestyle, customs, and rituals, and interact with the local community. Take photos, explore the village, and gain insights into their culture and daily life. Continue your scenic drive to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or evening for an overnight stay or onward transfer.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
🏨 Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure (End of Tour)

After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) for your onward departure. Reflect on nine unforgettable days of wildlife adventures, cultural encounters with the Hadzabe and Maasai tribes, and breathtaking landscapes across Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Eyasi, marking the end of your immersive mid-range Tanzanian safari.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.