6-Day Wildlife Safari - Materuni Waterfalls & Culture

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

Airport Pick-Up

A staff driver from Natalia Safari Tours will pick you up from Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha city. The operations manager will brief you on the safari with information about the next day's adventure. If you have time, you can do the Arusha town tour.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

We’ll pick you up from your hotel and, after meeting your guide, chef, and fellow travelers, drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its scenic landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and the largest elephant population in Tanzania, the park offers magical wildlife encounters. Enjoy a game drive in search of lions, leopards, and cheetahs, while zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests roam freely. After a relaxing picnic lunch, continue exploring before exiting the park and heading to the campsite for dinner and overnight rest.

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:

Fig Tree Lodge

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart from Mto wa Mbu for a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, passing through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a short stop at the crater viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views. You may also visit a traditional Maasai village to experience the rich culture of this iconic tribe. Arriving in Serengeti by late afternoon, begin an exciting game drive in the Seronera region, the heart of the park. Witness the golden Serengeti sunset with wildlife all around you, perhaps even a predator on the hunt, before heading to Seronera Campsite for dinner and an overnight rest.

Main Destination:

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands

After an early breakfast, begin your day with a thrilling morning game drive across the vast Serengeti plains, where wildlife is most active. Spot herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, and perhaps a prowling predator. Return to camp for lunch and prepare for departure. As you exit the park, enjoy a final game drive, soaking in the beauty of the Serengeti one last time. Then, embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to Simba Campsite, perched near the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. From the campsite, enjoy sweeping views and the chance to spot wildlife wandering nearby. Dinner and overnight rest follow.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On the crater rim of Ngorongoro Highlands

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater Then Back To Arusha

After an early breakfast, we’ll descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s natural wonders. Our goal is to spot the rare and endangered black rhino, one of the hardest animals to find, due to the crater’s vast, open floor. As we explore, keep an eye out for lions, buffaloes, hippos, and more. After a relaxing picnic lunch, enjoy a final game drive before ascending the crater. Back at camp, we’ll pack and head toward our next destination, Arusha City, for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:

Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour

Today, embark on a scenic 40-minute walk to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls, guided by a local expert who will share insights about the Chagga people, their vibrant village life, and the rich flora and fauna around you. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views and, with a bit of luck, a glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak. At the foot of the 80-meter-high waterfall, take a refreshing dip in the natural pool.

Afterwards, return to Materuni village for a delicious traditional Chagga lunch and a taste of homemade banana. Then, enjoy a lively coffee tour, complete with Chagga songs and dances, before savoring a cup of fresh coffee you've helped prepare, all while soaking in the peaceful rainforest surroundings. After the activities, the driver will drop you at the airport or hotel.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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