$4,737 to $6,004 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival and Transfer to Hotel
Arrival and Transfer to Hotel
Our driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your lodge. Standard check-in time is 2 pm.
If you require early check-in, please request it in advance through your travel expert, and we will be happy to assist, subject to availability.
If you need a different pick-up location, please let us know at the time of booking, and we’ll be glad to suggest alternative arrangements.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Walking Safari in Arusha National Park
Walking Safari in Arusha National Park
Despite its relatively small size, the Arusha National Park boasts unmatched geographical diversity – from the rainforest slopes of Mount Meru to the scenic Momella Lakes and wide savannah plains. This variety offers a truly rich and immersive safari experience.
Arusha is one of the few parks in Tanzania where walking safaris are allowed. Accompanied by a ranger, you’ll walk through the acacia-dotted bushland, where encounters with giraffes, bushbuck antelopes, warthogs, and buffalo are possible from as close as 20–30 meters.
You’ll continue the adventure in a Land Cruiser toward the park’s most picturesque gem – Momella Lakes. Here you can spot flamingos, hornbills, ibises, pelicans, vultures, and many other of the 200+ bird species.
After picnic lunch, you'll start driving to the lodge and check in at Manyara’s Secret. Your villa for two with a private plunge pool is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the magic of your first safari days together.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Manyara's Secret Lodge
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Cultural Experience in Mto wa Mbu village
Cultural Experience in Mto wa Mbu village
Your second morning begins with a cultural experience in the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu, home to over 120 different tribes living side by side. This colorful community is full of life, stories, and warmth. You’ll stroll through bustling markets, see traditional homes, and meet local artists, farmers, woodcarvers, and banana beer brewers. At the banana plantation, you’ll learn about the dozens of banana varieties and how they’re used in everything from meals to paintings and even construction.
By midday, you’ll return to Manyara’s Secret, a quiet lodge tucked into the escarpment with beautiful views over the valley. You can relax by the pool, enjoy a peaceful lunch, or simply rest in your villa after a morning of exploring.
The afternoon is yours to spend as you like – read on the terrace, watch the light shift across the landscape, or book a massage if you feel like unwinding even more. As evening comes, it’s a great place to slow down and enjoy the calm together.
- Main Destination:
- Mto Wa Mbu (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Manyara's Secret Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Today you’ll explore the legendary Ngorongoro Crater! Your day starts early as your guide drives you into this massive volcanic caldera, part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The descent into the crater takes about 30 minutes through lush forests, with a stop at a lookout for a panoramic view. The crater is home to tens of thousands of animals, offering more wildlife variety per square meter than anywhere else. Elephants, buffalo, antelopes, lions, cheetahs, zebras, and even rare rhinos can be seen. Most animals remain inside, enjoying fresh grass and safe prey.
After your morning game drive, stop for a snack at Lake Magadi, a hotspot for birds (watch out for cheeky kites!) and hippos that often surface near the shore. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is celebrated for its rich wildlife and unique ecosystem, making every moment inside the crater unforgettable.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Awali Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Today’s adventure takes you to the world-famous Serengeti, in the stunning Seronera area. The park is home to over 3 million animals and stretches across an area so vast it would take 2-3 days to cross by car, giving wildlife plenty of space to roam freely. Here, you’re almost guaranteed to see lions, antelopes, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and zebras, with a good chance of spotting cheetahs, serval cats, and other rare savannah animals. The Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its unique ecosystem, dense wildlife, and the annual Great Migration. Life here inspired Disney’s Lion King, but unlike a cartoon, it’s raw, wild, and breathtaking.
In the evening, a truly special private bush dinner will be set up for you. You can often hear the sounds of wildlife, which adds to the authentic feel. A wonderful mix of delicious food and cultural richness against the enchanting backdrop of the Tanzanian wilderness!
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Awali Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Be ready to wake up early! Your hot air balloon ride begins at dawn. A car will pick you up at the hotel and take you to the pick-up point for your exciting air adventure. There is a good chance you will see some unique and rare nocturnal animals along the way. They are most active just in the pre-dawn hours. For the one and a half hour flight, you will see the beautiful scenery of the savannah and wild animals from a bird's eye view. After a smooth landing, you will enjoy a late picnic breakfast, complete with non-alcoholic champagne to toast the adventure!
You can get back to the lodge and rest during midday or go on a game-drive right away. Today, your guide will lead you to new spots and highlight fascinating animals, giving you a broader view of the Serengeti’s richness.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Awali Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Flight from Serengeti to Arusha
Flight from Serengeti to Arusha
Today, you'll embark on an unforgettable adventure: an airplane flight over the picturesque landscapes of Tanzania. If you'd like to have a short morning game-drive, we recommend that you have breakfast as early as possible — the guide will try to find exciting animal sightings on the way to the airstrip. Another option is to pack up without a rush, have breakfast and leave the lodge in time for your departure flight. You can choose what's best for you on the spot - the guide will accommodate your wish!
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Airport
Transfer to Airport
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport in time for your flight. Standard hotel check-out time is 10:00 AM.
If you require a late check-out, please let us know at the time of booking – we will be happy to request it in advance (subject to availability and possible extra charges).
If you are not flying out on this day and have other plans, please inform us when booking. We can customize your program according to your schedule.
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
