5-Day Materuni, Arusha, Tarangire, Manyara & Crater

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

Materuni Waterfall Hike & Coffee Tour – Cultural Immersion

Start your journey in Materuni Village at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a refreshing hike through lush forests to the stunning Materuni Waterfall. Afterward, experience a traditional Chagga coffee ceremony—learn how locals roast, grind, and brew their famous coffee—and savor a delicious local lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to your Arusha lodge for dinner and overnight relaxation.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Arusha National Park – Game Drive or Canoeing Safari

Spend the day exploring Arusha National Park, a compact park featuring Mount Meru, Momella Lakes, and the Ngurdoto Crater. Choose between a classic game drive or a unique canoeing safari, spotting giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and other wildlife along the way. Capture incredible scenery and enjoy diverse habitats before returning to your Arusha lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Iconic Baobabs

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobabs and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive along the Tarangire River, searching for lions, leopards, giraffes, and herds of antelope. Stop for a picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring until late afternoon. Transfer to your lodge near Lake Manyara or Karatu for dinner and overnight.

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:

Heart and Soul Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Manyara National Park – Tree-Climbing Lions & Flamingos

Visit Lake Manyara National Park, known for its unique tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife, including flamingos along the lakeshore. Explore forests, acacia woodlands, and open grasslands, spotting hippos, monkeys, elephants, and other wildlife. After lunch, you may relax or visit the vibrant local market in Mto wa Mbu. Continue to your lodge near Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight.

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

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive & Departure

After breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Witness the Big Five in one of Africa’s richest wildlife sanctuaries, along with abundant other species in breathtaking scenery. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to Arusha or proceeding directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. Conclude a memorable 5-day cultural and safari adventure.

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:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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