Making Memories In Africa

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha | A Warm African Welcome

Arrival in Arusha | A Warm African Welcome

Your adventure begins the moment you land in Tanzania. Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, your professional safari guide will personally welcome you and transfer you to Arusha Planet Lodge, a charming safari-style lodge set among lush tropical gardens.

Take time to relax, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and settle into the rhythm of Africa. As the sun sets, your guide will introduce the journey ahead, preparing you for the incredible wildlife encounters and landscapes waiting in the days to come.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park | The Land of Giants

Tarangire National Park | The Land of Giants

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and some of the largest elephant herds in East Africa.

Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park’s golden savannah where wildlife gathers along the Tarangire River. Lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless bird species are commonly seen.

In the late afternoon, drive to Karatu where your comfortable lodge awaits.

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:
Karatu Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park | Flamingos & Tree-Climbing Lions

Lake Manyara National Park | Flamingos & Tree-Climbing Lions

After breakfast, continue your safari to Lake Manyara National Park, located beneath the dramatic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

This scenic park is known for its lush groundwater forests, large troops of baboons, pink flamingos along the lake, and the famous tree-climbing lions.

Enjoy a relaxed game drive exploring the park’s diverse landscapes before returning to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

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:
Karatu Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Journey to Serengeti | Into the Endless Plains

Journey to Serengeti | Into the Endless Plains

Today’s journey takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area as you travel toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park.

Along the way, you may spot Maasai villages, wildlife roaming the plains, and dramatic views across the highlands.

Upon entering the Serengeti, your first game drive begins immediately. The vast plains are home to one of the largest concentrations of wildlife on Earth.

Expect sightings of lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and massive herds of wildebeests.

Arrive at Kontiki Serengeti Camp, a comfortable tented camp located in the heart of the wilderness.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Full-Day Serengeti Safari Experience

Full-Day Serengeti Safari Experience

Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the incredible Serengeti ecosystem.

With vast open plains and abundant wildlife, the Serengeti offers some of the best safari experiences in Africa. Your guide will track wildlife movements, maximizing opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large grazing herds.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, when wildlife is most active and the golden morning light creates excellent conditions for photography.

Later, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, watch as the vast Serengeti plains gradually transform into the lush green highlands surrounding the crater.

Arrive in the afternoon at Ngorongoro Wild Camp, a peaceful tented camp located in the Ngorongoro highlands. Surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and fresh mountain air, the camp offers a relaxing atmosphere after your safari day.

Spend the evening enjoying dinner under the African sky while preparing for tomorrow’s unforgettable crater adventure.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater to arusha

Ngorongoro Crater to arusha

After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 meters into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most extraordinary wildlife destinations on Earth.

This vast volcanic caldera hosts an exceptional concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five. During your game drive you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near a hippo pool while surrounded by the spectacular crater landscape.

In the afternoon, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha where a relaxing evening awaits at Karibu Heritage House, a charming boutique lodge set among coffee plantations and gardens.

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:
Karibu Heritage House
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Kilimanjaro Experience | Waterfalls, Coffee & Hot Springs

Kilimanjaro Experience | Waterfalls, Coffee & Hot Springs

Your final day offers a unique experience in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Visit the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls, where a short scenic walk leads to refreshing mountain views. Continue to a nearby village to learn about traditional coffee cultivation and participate in the coffee-making process.

Later, relax in the crystal-clear waters of Kikuletwa (Chemka) Hot Springs, surrounded by lush nature.

After this memorable day, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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