$2,715 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be met by your professional driver-guide. You will be transferred to your lodge in Arusha, where you can relax after your journey and enjoy the lodge amenities. In the afternoon, you will receive a safari briefing covering your 8-day itinerary, what to expect in the parks, safety tips, and wildlife information. Depending on your arrival time, a short city or market visit can be arranged to give a first glimpse of local life. Overnight at a comfortable lodge in Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Greenside Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha for the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, offering stunning vistas of rolling hills, farmland, and Maasai villages. Enter the Serengeti in the afternoon and embark on your first game drive. The park is home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras that roam across the golden savannah. Arrive at your camp or lodge in Central Serengeti for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Friends - Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full Game Drive in Serengeti
Full Game Drive in Serengeti
Spend the entire day exploring the vast Serengeti plains. Early morning is the best time to spot predators as they hunt and move across the landscape. You may encounter lions resting in the shade, cheetahs chasing prey, leopards in trees, and elephants grazing near rivers. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the middle of the wilderness while watching the wildlife activity. In the late afternoon, continue game drives, capturing the beautiful sunset over the plains before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Friends - Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Area
Serengeti Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Area
Begin the day with a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, when the golden light offers excellent photography and wildlife activity. After breakfast at the camp, depart with game viewing en route toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The landscape gradually changes from open plains to highland forests and cooler temperatures. Arrive in the afternoon at your lodge on the crater rim or in Karatu, where you can relax and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding highlands. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Karatu Villas Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater floor is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, lions, zebras, wildebeest, and the rare black rhino. You will visit the hippo pool and soda lake, where flamingos gather seasonally. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater surrounded by breathtaking scenery. In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ikumbi Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. This park is famous for its lush groundwater forest, large troops of baboons, hippos, flamingos, and the unique tree-climbing lions. The scenic lake, acacia woodland, and forest habitats support a wide variety of birdlife and mammals. Enjoy a picnic lunch before heading to your lodge near Tarangire or Karatu for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ikumbi Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
Depart early for Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees and some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania. A full-day game drive will take you along the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink, especially during the dry season. You may see elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, antelopes, and predators such as lions and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue exploring until late afternoon. Drive to your lodge near Arusha or Moshi for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Greenside Hotel
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Rundugai Cultural Tourism & Departure
Rundugai Cultural Tourism & Departure
On your final day, visit the Rundugai village for a guided cultural experience. Walk through local farms, learn about traditional irrigation systems, participate in local food preparation, and interact with community members. This experience offers insight into daily rural life and supports local livelihoods. After the tour, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your unforgettable Northern Tanzania safari and cultural journey.
- Main Destination:
- Kikuletwa Hot Springs (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
