$1,579 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Your unforgettable Northern Tanzania safari begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari representative. After a brief introduction, you will be transferred to your lodge in Arusha, a scenic drive through local villages and beautiful landscapes that offer your first glimpse of Tanzania’s vibrant culture and natural beauty.
Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is known as the safari capital of Tanzania and serves as the gateway to the country’s most famous national parks. As you drive through the town, you will notice the lively local markets, Maasai curio shops, and the relaxed atmosphere that makes this city both welcoming and exciting.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Charity Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at your lodge in Arusha, you will depart for the spectacular Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately two to three hours through the scenic Maasai countryside. Along the way, you’ll pass small villages, open plains, and colorful local markets, offering a glimpse into daily life in rural Tanzania before entering one of the country’s most wildlife-rich parks.
Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds and majestic ancient baobab trees that dominate the landscape. These towering, centuries-old trees create a dramatic backdrop and are often seen with elephants feeding beneath them or rubbing their massive bodies against the trunks. The park’s ecosystem is centered around the Tarangire River, the primary water source in the dry season, which attracts an incredible concentration of wildlife.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ikumbi Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, we will drive to Serengeti National Park in Central Seronera. This park is well known for its healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the "Big Five" i.e. lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo.
Central Serengeti is believed to hold the largest population of lions in Africa due in part to the abundance of prey species. More than 3,000 lions live in this ecosystem
African leopards, reclusive predators that are commonly seen in the Seronera region but they are present throughout the national park with a population of around 1,000.
Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to around 200,000 zebras, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles joining the wildebeest’s trek for fresh grazing. Listen to the exotic sounds of over 6 million hooves pounding the open plains of Serengeti just like how you imagined African wildlife to be.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti National Park
Northern Serengeti National Park
Today you will explore the remote and wildlife-rich northern region of Serengeti, famous for the dramatic Mara River crossings during the Great Migration season. This area offers breathtaking rolling hills, open savannah, and fewer crowds, creating an exclusive safari experience.
Enjoy a full-day game drive tracking massive herds of wildebeest and zebras as they move in search of fresh grazing. With luck, you may witness the thrilling river crossings where crocodiles lie in wait and predators such as lions and cheetahs patrol nearby.
Beyond the migration, Northern Serengeti is home to elephants, giraffes, leopards, and abundant birdlife. After an exciting day of exploration, return to your camp for dinner and overnight under the African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Wild Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Carter
Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Carter
After breakfast, we will leave for an early morning drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a game drive. This is another UNESCO World Heritage Site located west of Arusha in the crater highlands of Tanzania. This area is named after Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest caldera. The stunning landscape of Ngorongoro with its vast expanses of highland plains and concentration of wildlife of some 25,000 animals makes this place one of the most exotic natural wonders on earth.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, we will drive to Lake Manyara via a Maasai village. The park derives its name from the Maasai word Manyara, which is the name for the plant Euphorbia tirucalli, a plant the Maasai people use to grow livestock stockades. Manyara produces a stock proof hedge, which is very durable among other similar kinds. A specimen of Euphorbia tirucalli can be found at the entrance of the gate of the Great Rift Valley belonging to the faultline in the earth’s crust which stretches 8,000 kilometers (4,971 miles) from Turkey to the mouth of the Zambezi River in Mozambique. The fault is so massive that when astronauts landed on the moon the Rift Valley was clearly visible to them. In the afternoon, you will be taken to the airport.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
