9-Day Golden Escape Serengeti, Big Five & Walking Safari

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

Welcome to Tanzania | Your Golden Escape Begins

Your unforgettable Tanzanian adventure begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where our friendly representative will meet you and arrange your transfer to your accommodation in Arusha.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an optional visit to the vibrant Maasai Market or Cultural Heritage Centre, or simply relax after your journey.
Meet your professional local safari guide for a personal briefing about the exciting experiences ahead. Your Golden Escape begins with genuine Tanzanian hospitality, beautiful surroundings and the anticipation of exploring Africa's extraordinary wilderness.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Njiro Climax Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Walk on the Wild Side | Arusha National Park

Experience Tanzania's wilderness from a completely different perspective as you explore Arusha National Park on foot and by safari vehicle.
Begin with a guided walking safari accompanied by an armed park ranger, discovering animal tracks, native plants and fascinating wildlife habitats beneath the spectacular slopes of Mount Meru.
Continue your adventure with a private game drive through lush forests, open grasslands and the scenic Momella Lakes. Look for giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, black-and-white colobus monkeys and colorful birdlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before returning to Arusha for a relaxing evening.

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

Activities:

• Morning walking safari (with an armed guide) & game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Njiro Climax Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire | Kingdom of Elephants & Ancient Baobabs

Journey into Tarangire National Park, a spectacular wildlife destination famous for its impressive elephant herds, towering baobab trees and beautiful African savanna.
Explore the park in your private 4x4 Land Cruiser with an experienced local safari guide. Follow the Tarangire River and discover open plains and seasonal wetlands while searching for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and predators such as lions and leopards.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, travel through scenic countryside toward Karatu for dinner and a peaceful evening.

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

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Chui Hidden Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu District

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara | Wildlife Beneath the Great Rift Valley

Discover the extraordinary beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, nestled beneath the dramatic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley.
Explore lush groundwater forests, open grasslands and scenic lakeshore habitats while searching for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, playful baboons and an incredible variety of birdlife.
With some luck, you may even encounter the park's famous tree-climbing lions, one of Lake Manyara's most fascinating wildlife attractions.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before continuing your game drive. In the afternoon, return to the Karatu area for a relaxing evening as you prepare for your journey into the legendary Serengeti.

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

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Chui Hidden Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu District

Meals & Drinks:

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

Into the Serengeti | Where the Wild Roams Free

Today, your Golden Escape takes you to one of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations: the legendary Serengeti National Park.
Travel through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying spectacular scenery as the landscape transforms into endless golden plains.
Once inside the Serengeti, begin an exciting game drive in search of lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. Your professional safari guide will follow wildlife activity, creating opportunities for remarkable encounters and photography.
Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way before continuing deeper into the wilderness. As evening approaches, settle into your accommodation inside the Serengeti and experience your first magical night surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti Uncovered | Big Cats & Endless Plains

Wake up in the heart of the Serengeti and prepare for an unforgettable full-day safari across one of the world's most celebrated wildlife ecosystems.
Explore the vast plains, rocky outcrops and riverine habitats in your private 4x4 Land Cruiser, searching for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and magnificent herds of wildebeest and zebras.
Your experienced guide will adapt the route according to wildlife movements and seasonal conditions, giving you excellent opportunities for memorable sightings and photography.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the African wilderness before continuing your adventure. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and another magical night beneath the Serengeti sky.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Farewell Serengeti | Journey Through Ngorongoro Highlands

Enjoy your final morning in the legendary Serengeti, where every journey through the savanna offers another opportunity for unforgettable wildlife encounters.
After breakfast, continue with an en-route game drive as you leave the endless plains behind. Keep your camera ready for elephants, giraffes, lions and other animals that may appear along the way.
Travel through the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, admiring breathtaking volcanic landscapes and the rolling green hills of the highlands.
Later, arrive in the Karatu area for a relaxing evening. Enjoy dinner and prepare for tomorrow's extraordinary adventure inside the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Highview Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Highlands

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater | The Ultimate Big Five Adventure

Prepare for one of the greatest highlights of your Golden Escape as you descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations.
Explore the crater floor, surrounded by towering volcanic walls, in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest and the endangered black rhino.
With its extraordinary concentration of wildlife, Ngorongoro offers excellent opportunities to search for members of the famous Big Five, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery before ascending the crater rim and returning to Arusha for a comfortable 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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Njiro Climax Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kilimanjaro's Hidden Gems | Materuni Waterfalls & Chemka Hot Springs

End your Golden Escape with a refreshing adventure beneath Mount Kilimanjaro! After breakfast, travel to Materuni Village for a guided walk through lush banana and coffee plantations to the spectacular Materuni Waterfalls, cascading approximately 80 meters into a beautiful natural pool.

Experience authentic Chagga culture during a traditional coffee tour, where you'll learn to roast, grind and prepare locally grown coffee while supporting the community.

After lunch, continue to Chemka Hot Springs, a tropical paradise with crystal-clear turquoise water. Enjoy swimming, relaxing and soaking up the peaceful surroundings before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your arranged accommodation, depending on your departure schedule.

Main Destination:

Kikuletwa Hot Springs (Highlight)

Activities:

• Nature hike/walk

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.