9-Day Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, & Kilimanjaro NP

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

Pick Up From the Airport To Arusha

Upon arrival, we’ll warmly welcome you at the airport and transfer you to Karibu Heritage House. If time allows, enjoy a fascinating city sightseeing tour on Day 1, exploring Arusha’s vibrant culture. Visit bustling local markets, the colorful Maasai Market, the Cultural Heritage Centre, and the Arusha City Museum. End your day with a breathtaking sunset, soaking in the stunning views over the city and surrounding landscapes.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Karibu Heritage House

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arusha to Majestic Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, embark on an exciting journey to Tarangire National Park, famously known as the home of elephants. Expect to encounter large herds of these gentle giants roaming the park, alongside a variety of wildlife including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and abundant herbivores. Your thrilling game drive brings you up close to nature, and at midday, enjoy a picnic lunch by the Tarangire River, where cheeky monkeys may add some playful interruptions to your meal.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ngedere Lodge & Camp

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Journey From Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart for Ngorongoro, a scenic transit point on your way to Serengeti National Park. Stop at the Ngorongoro viewpoint to admire and photograph the breathtaking crater landscapes before continuing the journey. Arriving in the Serengeti by afternoon, enjoy a delicious lunch before heading out on an evening game drive witnessing wildlife against the golden sunset. Later, settle in for the night at Seronera Campsite under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full Day Game Drive In Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, set out on a sunrise game drive, witnessing the Serengeti come alive in the golden morning light. Explore the park’s vast plains, tracking the migrating herds of wildebeests and zebras, moving in their remarkable survival partnership. Keep your eyes sharp for elusive predators lions, cheetahs, and leopards and, with a bit of luck, witness the thrilling drama of a hunt unfolding in this iconic wilderness.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Highlands

After an early breakfast, set out on an exciting game drive, exploring the diverse landscapes and wildlife of the Serengeti. Return to camp for a delicious lunch before beginning the journey to Ngorongoro, where you’ll spend the night at Simba Campsite, perched on the crater rim. Enjoy the stunning views as you prepare for an early morning descent into the crater for another unforgettable safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Ngorongoro Highlands

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater in search of the elusive black rhinos, one of the hardest animals to spot in this wildlife-rich haven. Enjoy a midday game drive across the crater floor, then ascend back to the rim. Continue your journey to Mto wa mbu, where you’ll unwind with a sunset canoeing experience, soaking in the serene waters and stunning colors of the evening sky.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ngedere Lodge & Camp

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Eyasi-Visit Hadzabe & Datoga Tribes

The Lake Eyasi region is home to the Hadzabe and Datoga communities, who preserve their ancient ways of life hunting-gathering and pastoralism. Visiting their villages offers a personal and immersive glimpse into their daily routines. Join traditional dances, learn bead-making from local women, participate in morning hunting with Hadzabe tribesmen, craft bows and arrows, and more. In the early evening, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha for an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Kilimanjaro Day Trip Excursion Or Materuni waterfalls

Immerse yourself in Tanzania’s natural beauty on this full-day adventure, where clients can choose their experience. Opt for a Kilimanjaro day hike to Mandara Hut or explore Materuni Waterfalls with a coffee tour, followed by relaxation at the Kikuletwa Hot Springs. Both options offer a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and nature. The day concludes with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel.

Main Destination:

Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Karibu Heritage House

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Drop Off At The Airport

You will be picked up from your hotel at your preferred time and transferred to the airport, either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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