$2,240 to $2,463 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at JRO-Safari to Arusha National Park
Arrival at JRO-Safari to Arusha National Park
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) from Zanzibar, your Big Time Adventures safari representative welcomes you and assists with airport formalities and luggage. Begin your journey with a scenic 35 km drive to Arusha National Park, passing rolling highlands, fertile farmland, and Maasai villages as your guide shares fascinating insights into local wildlife and culture. Explore the park with a combination of game drives and a walking safari, spotting giraffes, zebras, buffalo, flamingos at the Momella Lakes, and abundant birdlife. In the evening, relax at your comfortable Arusha lodge, preparing for the thrilling safari adventures ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ritzy Arcadia Cottages
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at your Arusha lodge, depart for Tarangire National Park, a scenic 125 km drive (2.5–3 hours) through rolling savannahs, traditional villages, and vibrant landscapes. Begin a thrilling game drive upon arrival, spotting Tarangire’s iconic elephants, ancient baobabs, giraffes, zebras, lions, and abundant birdlife. Pause for a picnic lunch amidst the wild, then continue exploring the park’s breathtaking scenery and wildlife. In the late afternoon, transfer to your comfortable lodge in Karatu, relax over dinner, and prepare for tomorrow’s adventure into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Farm Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater
Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast at your Karatu lodge, set out early for a full-day adventure into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The scenic 30–45 minute drive passes rolling hills, farmland, and Maasai villages. Descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive, spotting lions, elephants, black rhinos, buffalo, zebras, and hippos against the lush crater floor. Pause for a cultural visit to a local Maasai village to experience traditional life and learn about their deep connection with the land. Return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner, reflection, and rest, preparing for the final day of your safari.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Farm Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Manyara to Arusha and Departure
Lake Manyara to Arusha and Departure
After breakfast at your Karatu lodge, set out for Lake Manyara National Park, about 45–60 minutes away. Begin with the exhilarating Treetop Canopy Walk, gaining a bird’s-eye view of the forest while spotting monkeys, birds, and other wildlife amidst the lush canopy. After this unique adventure, embark on a scenic 3–4 hour drive back to Arusha Airport (ARK), passing rolling hills, farmland, and vibrant villages. Upon arrival, check in for your flight back to Zanzibar, concluding your 4-day Big Time Adventures safari filled with thrilling wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable moments of adventure that will stay with you long after your journey ends.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
