5-Day Beauty and the Beast - Nature's Contrast

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

Tarangire National Park - Giants of the Savannah

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where your professional safari guide welcomes you and briefs you for the adventure ahead. Begin the journey straight to Tarangire National Park, a sanctuary famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees that rise like natural towers from the golden plains. On arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive through diverse habitats, spotting lions lounging under acacias, graceful giraffes nibbling treetops, oryx, zebras, and vibrant birdlife. The landscape shifts from sun-drenched savannahs to shaded riverine forests, providing striking contrasts of nature’s beauty. As the sun sets, the golden light illuminates the dramatic scenery and wildlife, giving the perfect introduction to your Beauty and the Beast safari.

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:

Elewana Tarangire Treetops

• Luxury lodge located just outside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Serengeti National Park - Beauty meets the Beast

After an early breakfast, depart Tarangire and drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, where rolling hills, verdant valleys, and Maasai villages punctuate the route. Arrive in Serengeti National Park, the crown jewel of Tanzania’s safari circuit, for an afternoon game drive across golden plains. Witness predators and prey: lions resting on kopjes, cheetahs sprinting, wildebeest grazing in synchronized herds, and elephants moving gracefully. Capture panoramic views as the sun sets, painting the horizon with dramatic light. The next morning, after an early balloon safari and breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact caldera. Descend into the lush crater floor teeming with lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and flamingos. The dramatic cliffs and concentrated wildlife showcase nature’s serene beauty and raw power, perfectly reflecting the “Beauty and the Beast” theme.

Main Destination:

Central 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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Meliá Serengeti Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ngorongoro Crater - Serene Beauty of the Horizon Plains

Wake up to the soft glow of sunrise over the Serengeti horizon, where the plains stretch endlessly and wildlife begins its daily rhythm. After an early breakfast, embark on a morning game drive, spotting lions lounging on kopjes, cheetahs moving with elegant precision, and herds of wildebeest and zebras grazing in harmony. The golden light accentuates the serene beauty of the horizon plains, offering perfect photographic moments and a final Serengeti wildlife experience. Late morning, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, winding through scenic highlands with panoramic views and traditional Maasai villages. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater in time for a late afternoon overview or short drive along the rim, taking in the dramatic amphitheater of lush crater floor, dense wildlife, and soaring cliffs.

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:

Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp

• Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ngorongoro Crater - Farewell to the Wild- Memories of Beauty and the Beast

Begin the day with sunrise views over the Ngorongoro rim, followed by an optional morning crater drive for last glimpses of the Big Five and vibrant birdlife. Drive back to Arusha, reflecting on five days of contrasts: the serene beauty of horizon plains, the elegance of grazing herds, and the raw power of predators in their natural habitats. Capture final photographs of the dramatic crater and highland scenery before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your onward destination.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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