9-Day Best-Value Calving Safari & Kilimanjaro Day Trip

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

Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport to Arusha town

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, a representative from Goodchance Adventure & Tours will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxing evening at your accommodation, allowing time to unwind and recharge before your exciting safari and Kilimanjaro adventure begin the following day.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Namayani Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Tarangire National park

After an early breakfast, your adventure begins with a short safari briefing before setting off for Tarangire National Park—a land of towering baobab trees and vast golden plains. Famous for hosting the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania, Tarangire also offers thrilling sightings of lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and graceful antelopes.

Pause midday for a scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the park, then continue your game drive as the wildlife action unfolds. As the sun sets, journey to Karatu for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, ready for the next day’s adventure.

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:

Karatu Villas Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 2-3hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Karatu to Ndutu Region

Your day begins at 8:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in Karatu as you journey toward the legendary Ndutu region.
En route, you’ll pass through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where lush highland forests gradually open into endless golden plains.

Upon arrival in Ndutu, enjoy an exciting half-day game drive with a scenic picnic lunch in the wild. This area forms a vital part of the Great Migration route, where over two million wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and antelopes roam. From December to April, the plains transform into dramatic calving grounds, drawing predators and creating unforgettable wildlife encounters. After an action-packed day, continue to your lodge for dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Ndutu Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu

Rise and enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out on a thrilling full-day game drive across the sweeping plains of Ndutu. Today offers a rare chance to witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest calving season, as newborns take their first steps on the savannah.

As you traverse the rich grasslands, keep your eyes peeled for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, gazelles, and a dazzling array of birds.

As the sun sets, return to your camp to unwind, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Ndutu Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

After a leisurely breakfast, embark on a full-day adventure into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Explore its stunning landscapes and spot incredible wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and many more.

As the day winds down, ascend the crater rim and return to your lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening, a delicious 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:

Karatu Villas Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Lake Manyara National Park

Start your day with a hearty breakfast before heading out for an exciting full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Nestled at the foot of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park boasts stunning scenery and a rich mix of habitats.

As you explore, look out for elephants, tree-climbing lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, blue monkeys, impalas, and a spectacular array of birds, including flamingos along the lakeshore.

In the evening, return to your lodge in Arusha to unwind, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.

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

Accommodation:

Namayani Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to West Kilimanjaro

After a leisurely breakfast at the lodge, your driver will pick you up for a scenic drive through West Kilimanjaro, offering glimpses of local markets, vibrant villages, and daily life along the way.

You’ll arrive at your pre-arranged accommodation in the late afternoon, where you can unwind, relax, and prepare for the exciting day hike on Mount Kilimanjaro the following day.

Main Destination:

West Kilimanjaro (Area)

Accommodation:

Simba Farm Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in West Kilimanjaro (Area)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mount Kilimanjaro Day Hike - Shira Plateau

After breakfast at the camp, meet your guide and drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park gate for registration before starting your hike. Spend a full day trekking along the scenic Shira Route at around 3,000 meters, soaking in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. Be sure to wear warm clothing and sturdy hiking shoes. After the adventure, transfer to Simba Farm Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Simba Farm Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in West Kilimanjaro (Area)

Meals & Drinks:

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

West Kilimanjaro to Kilimanjaro Interanational Airport

After breakfast, your guide will transfer you from your accommodation to the airport, bringing your unforgettable Goodchance adventure & Tours experience to a close. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more incredible experiences in Tanzania!

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

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.