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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha from JRO
Arrival in Arusha from JRO
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), located about 46 kilometers from Arusha, you will be warmly greeted by your Ron Adventure safari guide. After a short briefing, you’ll be transferred in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser to your lodge in Arusha.
Once checked in, take some time to relax and enjoy lunch at the lodge. You can spend the afternoon unwinding by the pool, or if time allows, take a leisurely walk around the city to experience its lively atmosphere. In the evening, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and rest as you get ready for the safari adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Canoeing in Arusha NP – Tarangire
Canoeing in Arusha NP – Tarangire
After breakfast, depart for Arusha National Park to experience a unique canoe safari on the Momella Lakes. Paddle gently for about 2 to 2.5 hours along the tranquil lake shores, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wilderness. The park is home to a rich variety of bird species, including pink flamingos, pelicans, herons, and African fish eagles. Keep an eye out for hippos wallowing in the shallows, as well as giraffes, buffaloes, and bushbucks grazing nearby.
From your canoe, enjoy stunning views of Mount Meru, and on a clear day, you might even catch a glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
After lunch, continue your journey southward to Tarangire National Park (approximately 120–140 km, a 2–3-hour drive). Arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy a short introductory game drive as you enter the park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
Settle into your Luxury lodge near the park and relax as you take in the sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a true wilderness known for its large elephant populations and majestic baobab trees that dot the landscape. Spend the day exploring the park’s vast plains, following the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts an incredible concentration of wildlife, especially during the dry season.
Here, you can encounter massive elephant herds, sometimes numbering over a hundred individuals, along with prides of lions, including those that occasionally climb trees. The park’s open grasslands and acacia woodlands are also home to giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of antelope species.
Tarangire’s mix of savannah, swamps, and acacia forests offers diverse scenery and excellent opportunities for photography throughout the day.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Manyara National Park – Wildlife and Scenic Wonders
Lake Manyara National Park – Wildlife and Scenic Wonders
After breakfast, depart from Tarangire and travel westward toward Lake Manyara National Park, located about 110 km (approximately 2–3 hours away. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is one of Tanzania’s most picturesque and diverse parks, offering a mix of soda lakes, marshlands, dense forests, and acacia woodlands.
Arrive at the park gate by mid-morning and begin your game drive through its varied landscapes. The park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and the shimmering pink hue of flamingos that gather along the lake’s edge during the wet season. You may also spot troops of playful baboons in the forest and hippos relaxing in the water. In the afternoon, drive along the lake shores to observe flocks of flamingos, pelicans, and other aquatic birds. Overnight at Manyara.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Manyara's Secret Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Empakaai Crater Hike – A Hidden Gem in the Ngorongoro Highlands
Empakaai Crater Hike – A Hidden Gem in the Ngorongoro Highlands
After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Highlands for a guided walking adventure at the Empakaai Crater, about 1–2 hours from the main crater. With your ranger-guide, descend through lush forest where monkeys, bushbuck, and colorful birds are often seen. At the crater floor, admire the emerald-green lake dotted with flamingos and surrounded by sweeping views of Oldoinyo Lengai Volcano.
Enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake before hiking back to the rim. In the afternoon, visit a traditional Maasai village for a glimpse into their fascinating culture and daily life.
- Main Destination:
- Empakaai Crater (Ngorongoro Highlands)
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonder of Africa- Serengeti
Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonder of Africa- Serengeti
After an early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural landmarks. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest unbroken caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Spend half a day exploring this remarkable ecosystem, which shelters an incredible diversity of wildlife within its 600-meter-deep walls. The crater floor is home to thriving populations of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, and gazelle, all grazing peacefully together while lions and hyenas keep a watchful eye nearby. You may also be lucky enough to spot the critically endangered black rhino, one of the few places in Tanzania where this species still roams free.
During your 6–7-hour game drive, enjoy panoramic views across open grasslands, swamps, and the shimmering soda lake, often dotted with flamingos. Keep an eye out for elephants, particularly the large tusked bulls that are a signature sight in the crater. By late afternoon, drive to the Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sametu Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Game Drives in the Serengeti National Park
Game Drives in the Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the iconic Serengeti National Park, home to one of the world’s greatest concentrations of wildlife. Begin with an early morning game drive, when predators are most active and the golden light brings the plains to life. Traverse open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and rocky outcrops (kopjes), each offering unique wildlife encounters.
Your experienced Ron Adventure guide will help you track the movements of lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas, as well as herds of elephants, zebras, buffaloes, and wildebeests that roam freely across the vast savannah. The Serengeti truly offers one of Africa’s most authentic safari experiences.
In the afternoon, continue your adventure with another game drive, focusing on riverine areas where animals gather to drink and predators often lie in wait. The park’s diverse birdlife is equally fascinating, from majestic eagles and vultures soaring overhead to colorful l smaller species dotting the landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sametu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Departure (Arusha/Kilimanjaro)
Departure (Arusha/Kilimanjaro)
Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge before setting out for a final morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park, capturing last glimpses of the incredible wildlife and sweeping plains. After the drive, you will be transferred to the Seronera Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha.
Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, your Ron Adventure guide will meet you in the arrival lounge and transfer you to the Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre, where you can enjoy a hot lunch and explore local art and crafts.
After lunch, you will be driven to Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) in time for your onward Journey, bringing your unforgettable Tanzanian safari experience to a close.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
