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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your Social Adventure Safari guide will warmly welcome you and assist with your transfer to Arusha. Along the way, enjoy your first glimpses of Tanzania’s scenic countryside, with lush farmland, vibrant villages, and the distant peak of Mount Meru. This is a perfect opportunity to stretch your legs, take photos, and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere. Relax at the lodge in the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner, and rest in preparation for the adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Elephant Kingdom
Tarangire National Park – Elephant Kingdom
After breakfast, set out for a thrilling game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and enormous elephant herds. Spot giraffes reaching the treetops, lions resting in the shade, zebras grazing, and over 500 species of birds along the Tarangire River. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park while watching wildlife interact in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon to unwind, share stories from the day, and savor a flavorful dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Osupuko Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Scenic Drive to Lake Natron
Scenic Drive to Lake Natron
Travel through the Great Rift Valley, passing dramatic volcanic hills, Maasai villages, and traditional homesteads along the way. The scenic drive offers insight into rural Tanzanian life and the opportunity to stop for photographs or interact with locals. Arrive at Lake Natron, a serene, pink-hued lake famous for its flamingos, and enjoy some leisure time at camp. In the evening, witness a magical sunset reflecting off the lake’s waters, a photographer’s paradise.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Lake Natron Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Oldoinyo Lengai Volcano Climb – Mountain of God
Oldoinyo Lengai Volcano Climb – Mountain of God
Wake before dawn for a light snack and tea before starting your guided ascent of Oldoinyo Lengai, the sacred volcano of the Maasai. Trek under the starry African sky, guided by experts, and reach the summit in time to watch a breathtaking sunrise over Lake Natron, the Great Rift Valley, and surrounding volcanic peaks. Descend carefully to the base of the volcano, then return to camp for a refreshing lunch, rest, and reflection on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Spend the afternoon relaxing, enjoying the views, and capturing the extraordinary surroundings.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Doinyo Lengai
- Accommodation:
- Lake Natron Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Natron Exploration – Ngorongoro Highlands
Lake Natron Exploration – Ngorongoro Highlands
Begin the day with a guided walk to the stunning Engare Sero Waterfalls, following a narrow gorge to a natural pool surrounded by dramatic cliffs. After exploring, return to camp for lunch before departing Lake Natron, driving through rolling highlands, fertile farmland, and traditional Maasai villages. Take in the sweeping vistas of the Rift Valley escarpments and the changing landscapes as you ascend toward Karatu. Arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Highlands for a relaxing evening and dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park
Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands into the iconic Serengeti plains, stopping along the way for photo opportunities and wildlife sightings. Enjoy your first game drive in the Serengeti, where you may spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, and antelope grazing across the vast savannah. Check into your tented camp in the wilderness, where the sounds of birds and distant wildlife will accompany you at sunset. Spend the evening at leisure, sharing stories around a campfire under the African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kenzan Central Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend a full day on morning and afternoon game drives across the Serengeti’s endless plains, following the tracks of predators and herds of herbivores. Look out for lions resting on kopjes, cheetahs sprinting across open grasslands, and elephants roaming freely among the acacia trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park while surrounded by the awe-inspiring landscapes of one of the world’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries. Return to camp in the evening to relax, share photographs, and enjoy dinner under the stars.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kenzan Central Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater – The Garden of Eden
Ngorongoro Crater – The Garden of Eden
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari in this spectacular natural amphitheater, home to diverse wildlife including the rare black rhino. Drive past Lake Magadi to see flamingos, hippos, and other water birds, while lions, elephants, and hyenas roam the crater floor. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery, then continue exploring the crater for more wildlife sightings. Ascend to the crater rim in the late afternoon and drive to your lodge for dinner and a restful evening.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Return to Arusha – School Visit & Departure / Zanzibar Extension
Return to Arusha – School Visit & Departure / Zanzibar Extension
Drive back to Arusha, stopping at a local school to meet students and gain insight into Tanzanian education and community life. Enjoy lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge and visit Shanga, a social enterprise supporting artisans with disabilities by producing high-quality handmade crafts. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home, or continue to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach extension to conclude your adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
