$2,166 to $2,274 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Welcome to Tanzania–Your Safari Begins
Welcome to Tanzania–Your Safari Begins
Your Tanzanian journey begins as you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your Big Time Adventures guide welcomes you with a warm smile and assists with your luggage. Enjoy a scenic 1–1.5 hour drive (50 km) to Arusha, passing rolling farmland, small villages, and views of Mount Meru rising above the landscape. Your guide shares insights into local culture, history, and the wildlife awaiting you in the days ahead. Upon arrival at your mid-range lodge, settle in and refresh before dinner. That evening, your guide conducts a relaxed briefing covering your 5-day safari itinerary, wildlife highlights, photography tips, and cultural moments such as the Maasai visit and Olduvai Gorge. Rest well your Northern Circuit adventure begins tomorrow.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Kahawa House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Into the Wild-Lake Manyara National Park
Into the Wild-Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, embark on a thrilling day in Lake Manyara National Park, starting with the Manyara Treetop Walkway. Suspended above the forest, it offers a unique perspective on the forest canopy, where playful colobus monkeys swing between branches and vibrant birds flit through the leaves. Descend for an exciting game drive across woodlands and open floodplains, encountering elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, and the park’s iconic tree-climbing lions an extraordinary sight found only here. Pause for a relaxing picnic lunch by the shimmering lake, soaking in the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment. After a day immersed in wildlife, continue to your mid-range lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight, as your guide prepares you for tomorrow’s adventure into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Journey through Ngorongoro to Serengeti Wild Heart
Journey through Ngorongoro to Serengeti Wild Heart
After breakfast at your Karatu lodge, set off on one of the most exhilarating days of your safari, traveling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the legendary Central Serengeti. Begin with a cultural adventure in a traditional Maasai village, where you’ll meet the locals, learn about their age-old customs, and witness a semi-nomadic lifestyle intricately tied to the land and wildlife. Every story shared here brings the rich tapestry of Tanzania’s heritage to life. Journey to Olduvai Gorge, the iconic “Cradle of Mankind” where ancient human fossils were discovered. Stand on the same grounds that shaped our understanding of human history and feel the awe of walking where our ancestors once did. As you continue toward the Serengeti, the scenery shifts dramatically from misty highlands to endless golden plains teeming with wildlife. Arrive at your mid-range lodge or tented camp in Central Serengeti in the late afternoon, just in time to watch the sun set over the vast savannah.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Endless Wildlife Adventures in the Serengeti
Endless Wildlife Adventures in the Serengeti
After breakfast, dive into a full day of Serengeti adventure. With your Big Time Adventures guide, chase the drama of the wild across endless golden plains, ancient kopjes, and acacia forests. Watch lions stalk, leopards lounge in trees, cheetahs sprint, and elephants roam in massive herds. Marvel at zebras and wildebeest moving in rhythmic waves, while vibrant birds streak the sky. Stop for a picnic surrounded by the sights and sounds of the savannah the roar of lions, the trumpeting of elephants, and endless horizons. In the afternoon, follow wildlife hotspots, capturing perfect moments as the sun casts the plains in warm gold. Return to your lodge or tented camp, reliving a day of unforgettable encounters beneath the African stars.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Epic Wildlife Farewell - Serengeti to Ngorongoro & Departure
Epic Wildlife Farewell - Serengeti to Ngorongoro & Departure
After breakfast, begin your journey to the crown jewel of your safari Ngorongoro Crater. Traverse rolling highlands and open savannahs, passing Maasai villages and hearing stories of volcanic origins and conservation efforts. At the rim, marvel at the 20 km-wide caldera before descending into Africa’s “Garden of Eden.” Witness one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on Earth lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and maybe the rare black rhino. Enjoy a final picnic amid zebras and flamingos, soaking in the breathtaking scenery. Then return to Arusha, carrying memories of five unforgettable days of adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
