$1,430 to $1,463 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha (JRO)
Arrival in Arusha (JRO)
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly greeted by your private guide and transferred directly to your luxurious accommodation in Arusha. Settle in and prepare for the incredible expedition that lies ahead, knowing every detail has been perfectly arranged.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
-
Karibu Heritage House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park & Overnight in Karatu
Tarangire National Park & Overnight in Karatu
Following an early breakfast, you will be whisked away to Tarangire National Park, famed for its massive herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. You will spend the day on exclusive game drives, searching for the "pygmy falcons" and the park’s resident lions, leopards, and 550 species of birds. In the late afternoon, you will be transferred to a high-end lodge in the scenic Karatu area, the gateway to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
We maximize your time by utilizing private air travel (or equivalent expedited logistics) to reach the vast plains of the Central Serengeti. This full day is devoted to intensive game viewing in the Seronera region, renowned for its resident concentration of big cats including cheetahs and lions and the iconic landscapes that define Africa.
Experience the raw majesty of this globally significant ecosystem before returning to your comfortable base for the evening, ready for the next day's caldera descent.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration & Overnight in Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration & Overnight in Karatu
Prepare for an early start as you descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. This natural enclosure provides arguably the easiest opportunity to spot the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino, within a single day.
Your expert guide will navigate you through varied microclimates teeming with wildlife. After a magnificent day, you return to your budget lodge in Karatu for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Fig Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Manyara National Park & Transition to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park & Transition to Arusha
The morning is spent exploring Lake Manyara National Park, a smaller park known for its stunning Great Rift Valley backdrop, diverse birdlife, significant primate populations, and the famous tree-climbing lions (if conditions permit).
Following the game drive, you will transfer back to Arusha. Due to the proximity of your final destination, overnight accommodation will be secured within standard, reliable lodge facilities in Arusha, positioning you perfectly for the final day's activities.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Karibu Heritage House
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Materuni Waterfalls & Departure (KIA)
Materuni Waterfalls & Departure (KIA)
Your final day is dedicated to experiencing the cultural heart of the region. Travel to the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro for a hike to the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls. Here, you will also engage in a local coffee plantation tour, learning the process from bean to cup while enjoying a traditionally prepared lunch.
Following this restorative cultural experience, you will be seamlessly transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) for your evening departure, concluding your unforgettable East African safari.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
