14-Day Grand Tented Tanzanian Expedition

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Tarangire National Park

Today your safari adventure begins with a pickup from your Arusha hotel to enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour drive through stunning landscapes and local villages. Spend the day exploring Tarangire National Park, home to vast elephant herds, towering baobabs and rare tree-climbing pythons. As the evening falls, head to the camp, where comfort awaits. Cool off with a refreshing swim in the pool before relaxing under the African night sky.

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:

Africa Safari Rift Valley Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park

Today we head to Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem celebrated for its dramatic scenery and rich wildlife. Think panoramic views, cascading waterfalls, clear babbling streams and bubbling hot springs. On your full-day game drive, keep your eyes open for tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and a dazzling variety of birdlife along the lake’s edge. As the day winds down, we’ll continue to the camp, where comfort and relaxation await after your adventure.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mto Wa Mbu

Start your day with breakfast at the camp, enjoying the scenic views over the Rift Valley. Spend a leisurely morning by the pool or choose to join an optional excursion to Miwaleni Waterfall and Lake. Wander through lush greenery, feel the cool mist of the falls, and soak in the serenity of this hidden gem. Enjoy peaceful moments by the water’s edge, taking in the views and the refreshing atmosphere that makes this area so special. After your adventure, return to the camp, where you’ll settle in for a relaxing overnight stay. Here, surrounded by sweeping vistas and the tranquility of the escarpment, you can unwind and reflect on a day filled with nature’s quiet wonders.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located near Mto wa Mbu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara National Park - Lake Natron

After breakfast, embark on a scenic road trip to Lake Natron, passing dramatic, remote landscapes and Maasai villages, setting the stage for the next unforgettable day in Tanzania. A Maasai guide from the local cultural center will accompany you, sharing insights while you enjoy the refreshing contrast between the arid surroundings and the lush waterfall area. Your overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Lake Natron

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Natron

Join a Maasai guide for a “Flamingo Walk” at Lake Natron, where endangered lesser flamingos paint the alkaline waters pink. Hike to waterfalls, passing villages and wild scenery, then visit the Engaresero Footprint Site, with over 400 fossilized hominid tracks revealing ancient life. A Maasai guide from the local cultural center will accompany you, sharing insights while you enjoy the refreshing contrast between the arid surroundings and the lush waterfall area. Your overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Lake Natron

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mto Wa Mbu

Start your day with breakfast at the lodge, enjoying the scenic views over the Rift Valley. Spend a leisurely morning by the pool or choose to join an optional cultural visit to Mto wa Mbu for a Maasai Boma village tour, where you’ll learn about their traditions and daily life. After the experience, you'll transfer to the camp to relax and spend another peaceful night surrounded by the beauty of the escarpment.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located near Mto wa Mbu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mto Wa Mbu - Lake Eyasi

Relax at the lodge pool or go on an optional visit to interact with the Hadzabe and Datoga people near Lake Eyasi. The Hadzabe, one of Africa’s last hunter-gatherer communities, live in the Eyasi Valley and surrounding hills. This unique experience provides insight into their traditional lifestyle, customs, and survival skills, offering a rare and fascinating connection to ancient human ways of life.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Karatu Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Eyasi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Eyasi - Ngorongoro Crater - Ndutu

Rise early for a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact caldera and home to around 30,000 animals, including the Big Five. This natural wonder offers one of Africa’s most unforgettable safari experiences. In the afternoon, continue to the Ndutu/South Serengeti, famed for the calving season of the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest are born and predators lurk nearby. Your overnight stay will be at the camp.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari South Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ndutu

Unwind and enjoy a peaceful day at your camp, where the tranquil beauty of the Ndutu wilderness surrounds you. Spend your morning relaxing, soaking in the views and the calm rhythm of the bush. In the afternoon, choose your own adventure by setting out on an optional guided walking safari through the Ndutu area, discovering the smaller secrets of the savannah on foot, or opt for an afternoon game drive in search of the region’s incredible wildlife. As the day winds down, return to the camp for a serene evening under the vast Serengeti sky.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari South Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ndutu - Serengeti National Park

Begin with an early Serengeti game drive, where the savannah comes alive at sunrise. This dynamic landscape offers unforgettable wildlife encounters, photography opportunities, and moments of pure immersion in the beauty and drama of Africa’s iconic wilderness. By evening, you will arrive at Africa Safari Maasai Boma Lodge, which is set in Ololosokwan village. Inspired by a traditional Maasai homestead, the lodge offers a unique cultural experience.

Main Destination:

Northern 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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Maasai Boma

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park - Pololeti Game Reserve

Pololeti Game Reserve, part of the Loliondo Game Controlled Area under the NCAA (Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority), is a vital corridor for migrating Serengeti wildlife and a key wildebeest breeding ground. Experience lions on the hunt, roaming elephants, grazing buffalo, and swift antelope across its open plains. Here, wildlife roams freely, giving you a chance to witness the untamed beauty of Tanzania in its most natural state.

Main Destination:

Pololeti Game Reserve (Greater Serengeti)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Maasai Boma

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Pololeti Game Reserve - Serengeti National Park

Today we will drive into the legendary Serengeti, known for its forests, vast savannahs, and the Great Migration of 1.5 million herbivores and predators. In the evening, you will relax at your camp, ideally located between Seronera, Grumeti, and Ikorongo Reserves. Enjoy peaceful birdwatching, observe grazing impalas, or simply soak in the sounds of the African bush as your safari adventure continues.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Western Serengeti National Park

Settle into a slow, peaceful morning at the camp, surrounded by wide open plains and the distant calls of wildlife. Enjoy a leisurely day, taking in the views and unwinding between adventures. In the late afternoon, head out on a guided walking safari, exploring the smaller wonders of the bush as the light softens over the Serengeti. As night falls, switch to a thrilling night game drive through the Ikona Wildlife Management Area, where nocturnal animals emerge and the wilderness transforms under the stars. Later you will return to the camp for a restful night in the heart of the African wild.

Main Destination:

Western Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park - Arusha

Spend the day on a game drive in the Serengeti, home to endless plains, the Big Five, and the Great Migration of over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras. Experience unforgettable wildlife encounters in one of Africa’s most iconic parks. In the afternoon, board a domestic flight from the Serengeti Seronera airstrip to Arusha airport, where your safari adventure comes to a close.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.