$3,366 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport
Upon your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After check-in, take time to relax and settle into your accommodation in preparation for the exciting safari adventure ahead.
If time permits, you may enjoy an optional city tour of Arusha, where you can explore some of the city's most notable attractions, local markets, cultural sites, and vibrant atmosphere. Overnight stay in Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations. The park is named after the Tarangire River, which flows through its landscape and serves as a vital water source for wildlife, especially during the dry season.
Enjoy an exciting game drive as you explore the park’s diverse habitats, home to large herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species. Tarangire is also famous for its ancient baobab trees and occasional sightings of African pythons resting in the branches of trees.
With excellent opportunities for wildlife photography, you will have plenty of chances to capture unforgettable moments against the backdrop of the park’s stunning scenery. After your game drive, continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at Farm of Dreams Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most diverse and picturesque wildlife destinations. Despite its relatively small size, the park boasts an extraordinary variety of habitats, including groundwater forests, open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and the alkaline lake that covers much of the park's area.
Enjoy a game drive through this scenic landscape, where you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, hippos, baboons, warthogs, antelopes, and, if you're lucky, the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. Lake Manyara is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, hosting hundreds of bird species, including flamingos, pelicans, storks, and many other waterbirds.
After a rewarding day of wildlife viewing and photography, continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at Farm of Dreams Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destination. Your journey takes you through the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering scenic views and excellent wildlife-viewing opportunities along the way.
As you travel toward the Serengeti, enjoy a game drive en route, keeping an eye out for the abundant wildlife that inhabits these vast landscapes. Upon arrival in the Central Serengeti, you will stop for a picnic lunch before continuing your safari adventure.
In the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive across the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and countless other species. Continue exploring until sunset, when the golden light creates perfect conditions for photography and unforgettable wildlife.
After a rewarding day on safari, proceed to Misako Serengeti Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Misako Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Today is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti and tracking the Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the most remarkable wildlife spectacles on Earth. Depending on the season and the movement of the herds, your experienced safari guide will take you to the best locations for observing this incredible natural phenomenon.
Enjoy a full-day game drive across the vast Serengeti plains, searching for large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, as well as the predators that follow them, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Your professional guide will share insights into the ecosystem, wildlife behavior, and migration patterns, ensuring a rewarding and memorable safari experience.
After an exciting day of wildlife viewing and photography, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Safari Haven Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti-Ngorongoro
Serengeti-Ngorongoro
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park, offering another opportunity to experience the park’s extraordinary wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Keep your camera ready as you search for the iconic Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino along with many other species that thrive in this world-famous ecosystem.
Following your game drive, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you travel through these vast, unfenced wilderness areas, wildlife sightings remain possible throughout the route, making every moment of the journey part of the safari experience.
As the sun sets, the crater is bathed in golden and orange hues, creating a truly unforgettable atmosphere.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at your lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, enjoy the spectacular sight of the sunrise illuminating the Ngorongoro Crater rim before descending into one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, was formed millions of years ago when a massive volcano collapsed, creating the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
The crater floor is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Tanzania for game viewing. During your game drive, you may encounter large herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, buffaloes, and elephants, as well as an abundance of birdlife. With a bit of luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino, one of the crater's most sought-after residents.
Surrounded by stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, the Ngorongoro Crater offers an unforgettable safari experience and exceptional opportunities for wildlife photography.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Mawe Mawe Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Eyasi then Arusha
Lake Eyasi then Arusha
After breakfast, embark on a fascinating cultural excursion around Lake Eyasi, home to some of Tanzania’s most unique indigenous communities. Your first visit will be with the Hadzabe people, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in East Africa. Accompanied by local guides, you will learn about their traditional way of life, survival skills, and deep connection with the natural environment. You may also have the opportunity to join them on a morning hunting excursion and gain firsthand insight into their ancient customs and techniques.
Later, visit the Datoga community, a semi-nomadic pastoralist tribe renowned for their exceptional blacksmithing craftsmanship. Discover their traditions, observe their metalworking skills, and learn about their rich cultural heritage.
You will also have time to explore the scenic surroundings of Lake Eyasi, visit nearby villages, and experience authentic rural Tanzanian life.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Arusha City
Arusha City
Today marks the final day of your 9-day private Tanzania safari and cultural tour. After breakfast, take time to check your luggage and prepare for your onward journey.
You will then be transferred to either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your departure flight. Alternatively, you may choose to extend your adventure with a relaxing beach holiday in Zanzibar.
Your safari experience concludes with a drop-off at the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and cultural heritage.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
