$5,185 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Begin your adventure after breakfast as you drive from Arusha to the stunning Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees and dense elephant herds. The park’s landscape is alive with zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and the occasional predator lurking in the tall grass. Enjoy a thrilling game drive along the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink. Your guide will share insights about the park’s unique ecosystems as you capture breathtaking photos. Dinner and overnight at your camp.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sunbright Campsite & Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire – Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro
Tarangire – Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park a jewel set beneath the Rift Valley escarpment. Explore lush forests teeming with baboons, flamingo-covered shores, and tree-climbing lions. After a picnic lunch, continue your scenic drive through rolling hills toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. The drive offers picturesque views of coffee plantations and rural villages. Arrive at your camp on the crater rim and enjoy the cool highland breeze as the sun sets over one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Ndutu
Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Ndutu
Today’s adventure takes you down into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This natural sanctuary shelters over 25,000 animals, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and flamingos. Enjoy a game drive across the crater floor, where wildlife is abundant at every turn. After lunch near a hippo pool, drive toward the Ndutu region part of the Serengeti ecosystem, famous for the calving season of the Great Migration. Dinner and overnight at a midrange tented camp overlooking the plains.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Ndutu – The Calving Ground of Wonders
Lake Ndutu – The Calving Ground of Wonders
Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Ndutu area, one of the best places to witness the Great Migration. Between December and March, hundreds of thousands of wildebeests give birth here, filling the plains with life. Lions, cheetahs, and hyenas closely follow making it a photographer’s paradise. Even outside the calving season, Ndutu offers an unmatched safari experience with its rich wildlife and dramatic views. Return to your camp for a relaxing evening under the starry African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Ndutu – Serengeti National Park
Lake Ndutu – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive into Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most famous wildlife reserve. The vast savannah stretches endlessly, dotted with acacia trees and bustling with wildlife. En route, enjoy game drives spotting elephants, giraffes, gazelles, and majestic big cats. The Serengeti’s beauty lies in its ever-changing landscapeMfrom golden plains to rocky kopjes where lions rest. Arrive at your camp inside the park for dinner and an evening of relaxation by the campfire.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Full Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Full Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Rise early for a full day of exploration in the heart of the Serengeti. As the golden sun paints the plains, watch as herds of wildebeests and zebras roam freely. Your guide will help you track predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs as they hunt. Visit the Seronera River Valley, known for its year-round wildlife and resident cats. After a picnic lunch, continue your adventure before returning to your camp for a sunset view and a traditional Tanzanian dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti – Mwanza (Lake Victoria)
Serengeti – Mwanza (Lake Victoria)
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive as you exit the Serengeti toward the lakeside city of Mwanza, fondly called “Rock City.” The drive reveals a transition from savannah to lush, lake-dotted landscapes. Upon arrival, visit the shores of Lake Victoria Africa’s largest lake and take a short boat ride or walk along its scenic waterfront. In the evening, enjoy dinner overlooking the tranquil lake as fishermen set out in their dhows for the night’s catch. Overnight at a midrange hotel in Mwanza.
- Main Destination:
- Mwanza (City)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Tilapia
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Mwanza – Kigoma
Mwanza – Kigoma
Today, embark on a scenic journey from Mwanza to Kigoma, located on the eastern shores of Lake Tanganyika. The drive (or domestic flight, depending on arrangements) offers breathtaking views of Tanzania’s countryside. Kigoma is a peaceful lakeside town, once an important hub for explorers and traders. Upon arrival, relax at your lodge with beautiful lake views and prepare for the next chapter of your adventure tracking chimpanzees in the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Kigoma (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Leaders Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Kigoma – Gombe National Park
Kigoma – Gombe National Park
After breakfast, aboard a boat across Lake Tanganyika to reach Gombe Stream National Park one of Africa’s smallest yet most famous parks. This lush forest gained international fame through Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking chimpanzee research. Trek through the forest with an experienced guide, listening to the echoes of chimpanzees calling from the canopy. Witness these fascinating creatures up close as they play, feed, and groom one another. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake and spend the evening at your rest house surrounded by the forest’s serene beauty.
- Main Destination:
- Gombe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- TANAPA Gombe Rest House
Wildlife in Gombe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Gombe National Park – Kigoma
Gombe National Park – Kigoma
Wake up to birdsong and the gentle sound of waves lapping the shore. Enjoy another short trek through Gombe’s forest, perhaps spotting red colobus monkeys, bush pigs, or colorful tropical birds. After lunch, return by boat to Kigoma. In the afternoon, visit the historic Livingstone Museum or explore the local markets filled with fresh produce and crafts. Dinner and overnight at a lakeside lodge, reflecting on your extraordinary experiences in Tanzania’s diverse landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Kigoma (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Leaders Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Kigoma – Arusha
Kigoma – Arusha
After breakfast, transfer to Kigoma Airport for your trip back to Arusha you will check-out and make arrangements for a flight to Dar es Salaam or a bus ride to Arusha. If you take the bus, it will take you through Nakanazi, Tabora, Singida, Babati then Arusha Town. As you soar above Tanzania take a moment to appreciate the incredible diversity you’ve experienced from the Great Migration’s thundering herds to the gentle gaze of a chimpanzee deep in the forest. Upon arrival in Arusha, your guide will assist with transfers or onward travel arrangements. Your unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s wild heart ends, but the memories will last forever.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
