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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your day begins with a hotel pickup, where you’ll meet your guide, chef, and fellow travelers before setting off for Tarangire National Park, a scenic two-hour drive away. Known for its striking baobab-dotted landscape, Tarangire is home to Tanzania’s largest elephant population, offering exceptional opportunities to watch these giants interact in their natural habitat. As we explore the park, we’ll follow areas with recent wildlife activity, increasing our chances of spotting elusive predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Herbivores like giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest are commonly seen grazing across the plains. After a relaxing picnic lunch, the adventure continues with an afternoon game drive through different sections of the park. We expect to leave Tarangire around 4:30 pm and continue to the campsite, where dinner will be served before settling in for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, the journey from Mto wa Mbu to the Serengeti begins, taking roughly six hours with scenic stops along the way. The route passes through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll pause at the gate and the famous crater viewpoint to admire the sweeping landscape below. There is also an optional opportunity to visit a Maasai village for an introduction to their traditions, daily lifestyle, and cultural history, far removed from old tales of lion hunting and ritual practices.
By early afternoon, you will enter the Serengeti and continue toward the Seronera region for a game drive. This central area is rich in wildlife activity, offering excellent chances to spot lions, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species as they move or graze. After the game drive, proceed to Seronera Campsite for dinner and overnight rest.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
The day begins with an early breakfast before setting out for a morning game drive, giving you the best chance to observe wildlife while the animals are most active. After exploring Serengeti’s plains, you’ll return to camp for lunch and to gather your belongings. The journey continues with a final game-viewing drive as you make your way toward the park’s exit, offering more opportunities to spot predators, grazers, and birds along the route. Once outside Serengeti, the drive to the Ngorongoro highlands takes around two hours. Your destination is Simba Campsite, situated close to the rim of the crater and known for its beautiful high-altitude scenery. Because wildlife frequently wanders through the area, it’s common to see animals right from the campsite. Upon arrival, you’ll settle in, enjoy the cool crater air, and prepare for the next day’s adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Following an early breakfast, you’ll make your way down into the Ngorongoro Crater for a rewarding morning of wildlife viewing. One of the main highlights of this excursion is the chance to search for the elusive black rhino, a species that can be challenging to spot as it often keeps to the more secluded areas of the crater floor. After enjoying a picnic lunch in this extraordinary natural amphitheater, the safari continues with additional game viewing as you explore different sections of the crater. Later in the afternoon, you will ascend the crater walls and return to camp to gather your belongings. Once everything is packed, the journey continues toward your next overnight stop near Lake Manyara National Park, where you’ll settle in and prepare for the following day’s activities.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, the day begins with a drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a unique reserve renowned for its scenic landscapes and vast birdlife, including flocks of flamingoes that often color the lake pink. During the game drive, you’ll have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife, from elephants and buffaloes to wildebeests, warthogs, and monkeys, while keeping an eye out for the park’s rare tree-climbing lions. Visit the famous hippo pool to see these massive creatures up close and explore the nearby hot springs. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted by the many species of vultures, eagles, and other birds inhabiting the park. This diverse ecosystem offers excellent opportunities to observe both predators and herbivores in their natural habitats, making for an unforgettable wildlife experience before continuing on your journey.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Karibu Heritage House
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Materuni waterfalls & coffee tour
Materuni waterfalls & coffee tour
Start the day with a scenic 40-minute walk to Materuni Waterfalls, guided by a local expert who will share insights about the Chagga community, their village life, and the surrounding plants and wildlife. Along the trail, enjoy beautiful views and, on a clear day, glimpses of Kilimanjaro’s majestic summit. Upon arrival, admire the 80-meter-high waterfalls and take a refreshing dip in the natural pool below, so remember to bring your swimwear.
Afterward, return to Materuni village for a traditional Chagga lunch and a chance to taste the locally brewed banana beer. The experience continues with an interactive coffee tour, accompanied by traditional Chagga songs and dances. Finally, savor the coffee you’ve prepared while soaking in the lush rainforest scenery, creating a perfect blend of culture and nature.
At the end of the end of tour, you will be dropped off in Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), or Arusha Airport (ARK) to conclude your trip.
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
