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

Materuni Waterfalls

Materuni Waterfalls

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your professional safari guide who will transfer you to Moshi for your cultural experience at Materuni Waterfalls. Begin with a guided walk through lush coffee plantations and Chagga villages where you will learn about traditional farming methods, culture, and daily life on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Take part in a hands-on coffee experience including roasting, grinding, and tasting fresh local Arabica coffee. Continue through scenic rainforest trails until you reach the stunning waterfall surrounded by tropical vegetation. Here you can relax, swim in the natural pool, and take photos. This experience combines culture, nature, and light adventure, making it a perfect start to your safari journey. Later, transfer to your lodge in Moshi for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
Greenside Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring diverse landscapes including river valleys, open savannah, and woodlands. The Tarangire River attracts large numbers of animals throughout the year, making it one of the best wildlife viewing areas in northern Tanzania. Expect to see lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and many bird species such as hornbills and ostriches. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by nature sounds and wilderness views. Continue with afternoon game viewing while exploring different sections of the park. Later, proceed to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay in a peaceful safari environment.

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

Day 3

Mto Wa Mbu To Serengeti National Park

Mto Wa Mbu To Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, drive through the scenic Ngorongoro highlands toward Serengeti National Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills, Maasai villages, and volcanic landscapes along the way. Enter Serengeti and begin your first game drive across the endless golden plains. This world-famous park is home to incredible wildlife including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, one of nature’s most spectacular wildlife events. Continue exploring different areas of the park as you head toward your accommodation. Arrive for dinner and overnight inside Serengeti, surrounded by the sounds of the wild African bush.

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:
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Full Game Drive In Serengeti National Park

Full Game Drive In Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Start early when wildlife is most active, searching for predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas.

Witness hunting scenes and natural animal behavior in their habitat. Return to camp or picnic site for lunch in the wilderness.

In the afternoon, continue exploring different regions including kopjes, rivers, and open plains. Spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and countless antelope species.

The Serengeti offers unmatched wildlife density and breathtaking landscapes ideal for photography. Enjoy the golden sunset over the plains before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight under the African sky.

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

Day 5

Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro crater

Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro crater

After an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, depart toward Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most unique wildlife ecosystems.

The crater floor hosts a dense concentration of animals including the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and the rare black rhino. Explore grasslands, swamps, and soda lakes filled with flamingos and other birdlife.

Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool while surrounded by dramatic crater walls. Continue game viewing in the afternoon before ascending to the rim. Later, transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay with stunning views of the crater highlands.

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 6

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. This small but diverse park offers rich habitats including groundwater forest, open grasslands, and the soda lake along the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Look out for tree-climbing lions, elephants, baboons, giraffes, hippos, and abundant bird species such as flamingos and pelicans. The scenic beauty makes it one of the most photogenic parks in Tanzania.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by wildlife and nature. After the game drive, depart back to Arusha where you will arrive in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at your hotel as you relax after a rewarding safari 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:
Ngare Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Manyara National Park And Departure

Lake Manyara National Park And Departure

Enjoy a relaxed morning in Arusha depending on your schedule. Take time to rest, enjoy hotel facilities, or do optional souvenir shopping in the city. Later, your professional driver-guide will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

This marks the end of your unforgettable 7-day shared safari experience across Northern Tanzania. Throughout your journey you have experienced rich culture at Materuni, incredible wildlife in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara, and breathtaking landscapes.

This safari combines adventure, wildlife, and authentic cultural encounters, leaving you with lifelong memories of Tanzania’s natural beauty and warm hospitality.

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)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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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