Making Memories In Africa

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha | Gran Meliá Luxury Stay

Arrival in Arusha | Gran Meliá Luxury Stay

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your private guide will personally welcome you and transfer you to Gran Meliá Arusha, one of the region’s most elegant properties. Surrounded by coffee plantations and views of Mount Meru, it offers privacy, fine dining, spa facilities, and complete comfort after your international journey.

This relaxed first evening ensures you begin your safari rested, oriented, and fully prepared.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gran Meliá Arusha
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Tarangire National Park | Authentic & Exclusive

Tarangire National Park | Authentic & Exclusive

After breakfast, depart in your private 4x4 Land Cruiser toward Tarangire National Park. Known for its large elephant herds and dramatic baobab landscapes, Tarangire offers a quieter, more intimate safari experience compared to busier parks.

A full-day private game drive allows complete flexibility — no fixed schedules, no shared vehicles. Wildlife often includes lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, and abundant birdlife.

In the afternoon, arrive at Escarpment Luxury Lodge, perched along the Great Rift Valley, offering panoramic views and exceptional hospitality.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park | Entering Iconic Territory

Serengeti National Park | Entering Iconic Territory

Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. The transition from highlands to open savannah is unforgettable.

Your first Serengeti game drive begins immediately upon entry, maximizing wildlife exposure from the start.

You will stay at Signature Serengeti Luxury Camp, an elegant tented camp located in prime wildlife territory, offering comfort, privacy, and immersion in nature without sacrificing refinement.

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
Accommodation:
Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full Day Serengeti | Maximum Wildlife Opportunity

Full Day Serengeti | Maximum Wildlife Opportunity

Today is strategically dedicated to full Serengeti exploration. Having a complete day inside the park significantly increases your chances of witnessing predator activity and seasonal migration movements.

Your private guide adapts the route based on wildlife patterns, weather conditions, and your interests — something shared group safaris cannot offer.

This is the day many guests describe as life-changing.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater | The Big Five Concentration

Ngorongoro Crater | The Big Five Concentration

After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti when wildlife activity is at its peak. Early hours often offer exceptional predator sightings as lions and hyenas complete nighttime hunts and cheetahs begin their morning movements.

Following your en-route safari, you will travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, ascending into the crater highlands with breathtaking panoramic views.

You will then descend approximately 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater — one of the most remarkable wildlife ecosystems on Earth and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to Escarpment Luxury Lodge, where you can unwind with sunset views over the Rift Valley — a refined and peaceful contrast to the intensity of the day’s wildlife experience.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Lake Manyara National Park | Scenic & Sophisticated Finale

Lake Manyara National Park | Scenic & Sophisticated Finale

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a smaller but ecologically diverse park known for its dramatic setting beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

The park’s varied habitats — groundwater forest, open plains, and lakeshore — create a unique safari atmosphere. Wildlife commonly includes:

• Large troops of baboons in the forest
• Elephants moving between tree lines
• Hippos in the lake
• Flamingos and diverse bird species (seasonal)
• The famous tree-climbing lions

The compact size of the park allows for a relaxed and scenic final game drive without rushing.

After lunch, you will be transferred comfortably back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Your guide will ensure your arrival aligns smoothly with your departure schedule.

This final day offers a balanced and elegant conclusion — combining wildlife, landscape, and ease of travel before your onward journey.

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
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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