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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha - Arrival at the Foothills
Arusha - Arrival at the Foothills
Your adventure begins in Arusha, the safari capital of Tanzania.
After a warm welcome at the Arusha airport, unwind in your lodge surrounded by lush gardens.
For those seeking indulgence, retreat to a boutique villa with sweeping views of Mount Meru. In the evening, meet your private safari guide and prepare for the wild days ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Pazuri Inn
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park - Giants Among Baobabs
Tarangire National Park - Giants Among Baobabs
Visit Tarangire, a sanctuary of elephants and ancient baobab trees.
Experience exotic wildlife, including herds moving through golden grass, giraffes stretching toward treetops, and lions blending into tall savannah.
As dusk falls, enjoy the stillness of the wilderness from your camp or luxury lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Osupuko Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Manyara - Shores of Contrast
Lake Manyara - Shores of Contrast
On Day 3 of the 8-day Tanzania Big Five Safari, discover Lake Manyara, a jewel of the Rift Valley.
Photograph the beautiful reflection of the wild flamingos, painting the water pink.
Listen to the chatter of monkeys in the fig forest, and watch for the park’s rare tree-climbing lions.
In the afternoon, experience local life at Mto wa Mbu village before retiring to your lodge overlooking the Rift escarpment.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Country Lodge Karatu
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater - The Natural Amphitheater
Ngorongoro Crater - The Natural Amphitheater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, where the Big Five naturally thrive in one of the most dramatic settings on earth.
Witness black rhinos grazing in the mist, elephants wandering through lush swamps, and lions patrolling the plains.
After a picnic on the crater floor, ascend to the highlands for an evening by the fire or in a rim-side suite with panoramic views.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park - Into the Endless Plains
Serengeti National Park - Into the Endless Plains
Travel onward to the Serengeti National Park, the crown jewel of African safaris.
The afternoon unfolds with sweeping views and encounters with wildebeest, zebras, and predators on the move.
Sleep beneath the stars in a classic tented camp or a luxurious canvas villa that offers complete seclusion.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti - The Predator's Realm
Serengeti - The Predator's Realm
A full day in the Serengeti allows you to follow nature’s rhythm from dawn to dusk.
Capture the intensity of a lion’s hunt, the grace of cheetahs, and the stealth of leopards resting on branches.
Your safari guide will ensure you’re always positioned for the best photographic opportunities.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti - Completing the Big Five
Serengeti - Completing the Big Five
Save the opportunity to spot any of the Big Five on the final day of safari.
Optional: Rise before sunrise for a hot-air balloon flight across the plains, followed by a champagne breakfast.
Celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner under a canopy of stars.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Under the Shade Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Farewell to the Wild
Farewell to the Wild
Enjoy a final game drive as you make your way to depart the Serengeti.
Midrange Guests: Travel back to Arusha by scenic road transfer, with the chance to enjoy final glimpses of the countryside along the way.
Luxury Guests: Before your international departure, a comfortable light aircraft flight will whisk you back to Arusha, offering sweeping aerial views of the Serengeti plains and Great Rift Valley.
Carry with you memories of encounters that words cannot contain, and a story of Africa you’ll tell forever.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
