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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival In Kilimanjaro Transfer To Arusha
Arrival In Kilimanjaro Transfer To Arusha
Your Tanzanian journey begins the moment you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport. A representative from Fantastic Time Travel will welcome you warmly with the traditional greeting, “Karibu Tanzania.”
You will be escorted to your private vehicle for a comfortable drive to Arusha. Along the way, enjoy the scenery of rural plantations, gentle hills, Maasai homesteads, and, if the weather is clear, the majestic peak of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Upon arrival at your boutique hotel, you will check in and relax. Depending on the time of your arrival, you may enjoy a refreshing swim, a short walk around the area, or a warm welcome dinner at the hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Sanna Boutique Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha City Tour (Cultural Heritage & Relaxation)
Arusha City Tour (Cultural Heritage & Relaxation)
After breakfast, your day begins with an immersive tour of Arusha, often referred to as the Safari Capital of the World.
Your first stop is the Cultural Heritage Centre, a landmark showcasing African art, wildlife sculptures, precious stones, traditional artifacts, and the largest tanzanite gallery in East Africa. It is an excellent place for both photography and cultural exploration.
You will then visit a local coffee plantation where you will learn the full process of Tanzania’s world-renowned Arabica coffee. From harvesting and roasting to grinding and tasting, this hands-on experience provides insight into one of the country’s most valued products.
Your tour continues at the vibrant Maasai Market, where artisans sell handmade jewelry, textiles, carvings, and paintings. It is a great opportunity to find unique souvenirs.
In the evening, return to the hotel for a calm and relaxing dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Sanna Boutique Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tarangire National Park - The Land of Giants
Tarangire National Park - The Land of Giants
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a spectacular wilderness known for its high concentration of elephants and its iconic baobab trees that dominate the landscape.
Tarangire is home to thousands of elephants, often seen moving in large family groups. The park also hosts rare wildlife such as leopards, tree-climbing lions, massive buffalo herds, and abundant plains animals including zebra and impala. Swamp areas attract hippos and a wide variety of birds.
You will enjoy a full-day game drive with opportunities to witness remarkable wildlife interactions. A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic spot overlooking the Tarangire River, a crucial water source for animals during the dry season.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater - Africas Eden
Ngorongoro Crater - Africas Eden
Your day begins with an early drive to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders. The crater floor is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife and offers one of the best chances to see the Big Five in a single day.
Inside the crater, you may encounter endangered black rhinos, elephants, lions, hyenas, hippos, and more than 25,000 large animals roaming freely. The soda lake at the center of the crater often hosts flamingos that add color to the landscape.
You will enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool before ascending the crater rim later in the afternoon and driving to your lodge for dinner and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Natron – Flamingos and Volcanic Scenery
Lake Natron – Flamingos and Volcanic Scenery
After breakfast, begin your journey toward Lake Natron, passing through deep valleys, remote Maasai communities, and rugged terrain. This region is dramatic, raw, and incredibly beautiful.
An optional stop can be made at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important archaeological sites in the world, where early human fossils over two million years old were discovered.
As you approach Natron, you will see the striking silhouette of Ol Doinyo Lengai, known as the Mountain of God. It is the only active carbonatite volcano on earth.
In the evening, take a guided walk to the lake’s edge to witness thousands of flamingos feeding in the shallow waters as the sun sets and the sky turns golden. It is one of the most unforgettable natural scenes in Tanzania.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Country Lodge Karatu
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park – Northern Serengeti
Serengeti National Park – Northern Serengeti
Today you enter the legendary Serengeti, a place of vast open plains and extraordinary wildlife diversity. Your destination is the northern region, famed for its dramatic river crossings during the Great Migration season.
The Mara River area is home to large predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as crocodiles that wait in the river channels. The scenery consists of rolling hills, acacia forests, and abundant wildlife that makes this region ideal for photography.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Gnu Mara River Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Central and Southern Serengeti – Game Drives and Transfer to Karatu
Central and Southern Serengeti – Game Drives and Transfer to Karatu
Begin your morning with a sunrise game drive when predators are most active. Lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other carnivores are often seen hunting or patrolling their territories at this time of day.
You will continue exploring the central and southern Serengeti, areas known for large resident lion prides, massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, and the endless golden grasslands that define the park.
A hot air balloon safari is available on request at an additional cost. This early-morning flight offers extraordinary aerial views of the Serengeti followed by a champagne breakfast.
In the afternoon, begin your journey to Karatu for overnight rest.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyikani Migration Camp Ndutu
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe Cultural Experience and Departure
Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe Cultural Experience and Departure
Today you will drive to Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe tribe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer communities in Africa. This is a unique cultural experience offering insight into a traditional way of life that has remained unchanged for centuries.
You will join the Hadzabe on a morning hunt, observe their fire-making skills, learn about their tools, and listen to their distinctive click-language. You will also visit the Datoga blacksmiths, who craft metal weapons and ornaments using traditional techniques.
After this enriching cultural encounter, return to Arusha for lunch and proceed to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
