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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari driver and transferred to Arusha, a journey of approximately one hour. Your accommodation for the night will be at Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa, an ideal place to relax and unwind before your safari adventure begins the following day.

Your stay is on a bed-and-breakfast basis, though dinner can be arranged at an additional cost. Alternatively, you may choose to explore Arusha and dine at one of the local restaurants, where you can sample authentic African cuisine. Conveniently located, Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa is within walking distance of the city center, making it easy to stretch your legs and experience the town’s lively atmosphere.

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Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Summit Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your lodge and driven to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire is famous for its stunning landscapes and is home to the largest elephant population in northern Tanzania.

During the dry season, wildlife viewing is truly spectacular — you’ll witness vast herds of zebra and wildebeest, as well as lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, and four of the Big Five. Keep an eye out for cheetahs and a variety of gazelle species grazing across the open plains.

In the evening, you’ll retire to your selected accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay. Accommodation upgrades are available upon request.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart for Lake Manyara National Park, entering through the park’s southern gate for a full-day game drive. This beautiful park is set around a shimmering alkaline lake, framed by the dramatic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley, offering some of the most breathtaking scenery in Africa.

Despite its relatively small size, Lake Manyara is teeming with wildlife. The park is renowned for its large troops of baboons and exceptional birdlife, as well as a wide variety of herbivores, including hippos, impalas, elephants, wildebeest, buffalo, warthogs, and giraffes. The landscape is dotted with lush groundwater forests and towering fig trees, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem.

If luck is on your side, you may even spot tree-climbing lions or a leopard resting in the branches.

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
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After breakfast, you’ll depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with picnic lunches for the day’s adventure. Upon arrival and registration, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Africa’s most remarkable natural sanctuaries.

The crater forms a unique, self-contained ecosystem that has remained unchanged for millennia. Enclosed by towering walls, it’s home to over 25,000 large mammals, including black rhinos, leopards, black-maned lions, and herds of wildebeest, zebra, and buffalo. Along the lake shores, flamingos and other vibrant birdlife add color to this breathtaking landscape.

After your game drive, ascend from the crater and return to Arusha for your transfer to the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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