Sacred Wilderness Expedition

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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 at Arusha

Arrival at Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Arusha is a vibrant town located at the base of Mount Meru and serves as the starting point for most northern Tanzania safaris. Depending on arrival time, guests can relax at the lodge, recover from the journey, and prepare for the exciting adventure ahead.
Dinner and overnight in Arusha.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Sanna Boutique Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds.

The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, and numerous bird species. The Tarangire River acts as a vital water source, attracting animals throughout the year.

Enjoy a full day game drive with picnic lunch inside the park before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:
Furaha Luxury Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, travel toward the legendary Serengeti National Park via the scenic highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Along the way, enjoy spectacular views and possible wildlife sightings. Upon entering the Serengeti, the landscape opens into vast plains dotted with wildlife.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and other wildlife before arriving at your camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous wildlife destinations in the world.

The Serengeti is known for its incredible concentration of predators and the world-renowned Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras.

Morning and afternoon game drives provide opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, and many other animals in their natural habitat.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge or tented camp.

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

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Enjoy another exciting day in Serengeti National Park.

This extra day allows deeper exploration of the park’s different regions, giving more opportunities to observe wildlife behavior and photograph Africa’s iconic animals.

Optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains can also be arranged (at extra cost).

Dinner and overnight in the Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast and a morning game drive, depart Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Crater area.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife habitats.

Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:
Furaha Luxury Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive.

The crater floor hosts a remarkable concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino.

After the game drive and picnic lunch, continue to Lake Manyara National Park for dinner and overnight.

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:
Furaha Luxury Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Lake Eyasi

Lake Eyasi

In the morning, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, lush forest, and large flocks of flamingos along the lake.

Later, travel to Lake Eyasi to experience a unique cultural visit with the Hadzabe and Datoga communities.

Guests can learn about traditional hunting techniques, bush survival skills, and local culture that has remained unchanged for centuries.

Dinner and overnight near Lake Eyasi.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
Accommodation:
Sanna Boutique Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Napuru Waterfalls

Napuru Waterfalls

After breakfast, travel back toward Arusha and visit Napuru Waterfalls, located on the slopes of Mount Meru.

Enjoy a short nature walk through beautiful forest scenery to reach the refreshing waterfalls. This is a perfect way to relax and reflect on the incredible safari experience.

Later return to Arusha for lunch and transfer to the airport for departure.

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

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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