$6,649 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Your safari adventure begins upon arrival in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern circuit. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll be met by a Ngabi Tours representative and transferred to your lodge. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha offers a gentle introduction to Tanzania with its vibrant streets, coffee plantations, and views of distant peaks. Take time to settle in, refresh after your journey, and perhaps enjoy a short walk through the lodge gardens or sip a cup of locally grown coffee. As evening falls, the skies often glow with hues of orange and purple over Mount Meru, setting the tone for the days ahead. Dinner is served at your lodge, followed by a relaxed overnight stay, preparing you for the adventures to come.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Kikuletwa Hot Springs & Arusha
Kikuletwa Hot Springs & Arusha
After breakfast, set out on a scenic drive through the countryside toward Kikuletwa Hot Springs, a hidden paradise nestled among lush vegetation. The journey itself offers glimpses of rural life and sweeping views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days. Upon arrival, you’ll find crystal‑clear turquoise pools shaded by ancient fig trees, their roots weaving into the water to create a magical setting. Spend the day swimming, floating, or simply relaxing on the banks, listening to the sounds of nature and enjoying the tranquil atmosphere. A picnic lunch can be arranged, allowing you to savor local flavors while immersed in this natural oasis. In the afternoon, return to Arusha, where your lodge awaits with dinner and a restful overnight stay, preparing you for the safari adventures ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
Spend a full day exploring Tarangire National Park, where ancient baobab trees tower over vast herds of elephants and the Tarangire River draws wildlife in abundance. Game drives reveal giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and countless bird species, offering endless photographic opportunities. A picnic lunch keeps you close to the action, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the bush. As evening falls, return to your camp or lodge for dinner beneath a star‑filled sky, sharing stories of the day’s adventures.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Spend the day exploring Lake Manyara National Park, a lush haven of groundwater forests, shimmering lakeshore, and bubbling hot springs. Game drives reveal a rich variety of wildlife, from the park’s famous tree‑climbing lions to hippos wallowing in pools and flocks of flamingos painting the lake pink. The scenery shifts from dense woodland to open plains, offering diverse habitats to discover. By late afternoon, return to your lodge for dinner and a restful evening surrounded by the sounds of nature.
- Main Destination:
- Karatu (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5-8
Serengeti National Park (4 nights)
Serengeti National Park (4 nights)
Journey through the mist‑covered Ngorongoro highlands, descending into the endless plains of the Serengeti. Over the next four nights, immerse yourself in the park’s rhythm with daily game drives that reveal lions lounging on kopjes, cheetahs scanning the horizon, leopards draped across acacia branches, and elephants moving gracefully across the savannah. Depending on the season, you may witness the awe‑inspiring Great Migration, as wildebeest and zebras surge across the grasslands in vast numbers. For a truly unforgettable perspective, an optional sunrise hot‑air balloon safari offers sweeping views of the plains as wildlife stirs below. Evenings are spent at your lodge or camp, sharing stories under star‑filled skies.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife. The crater floor offers one of the most concentrated game viewing experiences in Africa, with chances to spot black rhino, lions, elephants, hippos, and flocks of flamingos shimmering across the lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by this dramatic scenery before ascending to the crater rim. In the afternoon, continue to Karatu, a charming town nestled in the highlands, where you settle into your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Karatu (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Hadzabe Cultural Experience – Return to Arusha
Hadzabe Cultural Experience – Return to Arusha
Begin the day with a visit to the Hadzabe community near Lake Eyasi, one of the last remaining hunter‑gatherer tribes in Tanzania. Join them on a traditional hunt, learn how they craft bows and arrows, and discover their unique way of life deeply connected to nature. Share cultural exchanges and stories that offer rare insight into their traditions. In the afternoon, drive back to Arusha for your final night, with dinner and rest at your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Karatu (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Departure from Arusha
Departure from Arusha
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Arusha, perhaps with a final view of Mount Meru or a stroll through the lodge gardens. After breakfast, prepare for your onward journey, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife spectacles, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural encounters. Later, you will be transferred to either Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
