$2,909 to $3,082 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi - Amboseli NP
Nairobi - Amboseli NP
Depart Nairobi early and drive south through open Maasai landscapes toward Amboseli National Park, arriving around midday. After lunch and a short rest at your lodge, head out for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and wide open plains, offering superb visibility for wildlife viewing. Expect sightings of elephants, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and wildebeest, with predators often nearby. Weather permitting, Mount Kilimanjaro provides a dramatic backdrop, especially in the late afternoon light. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the park.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Wildbeest Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Early morning offers the clearest views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds roll in, as well as active wildlife along the marshes fed by underground springs. Your guide will track elephant families, hippos, and birdlife around the wetlands. After lunch and relaxation at the lodge, head out again in the afternoon to explore different sectors of the park, searching for lions, hyenas, and cheetahs. The day ends with a relaxed evening at the lodge, reflecting on classic Amboseli wildlife encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Wildbeest Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli - Lake Manyara NP
Amboseli - Lake Manyara NP
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and drive to the Namanga border to cross into Tanzania. Continue toward Lake Manyara National Park, arriving around midday. Enjoy a game drive through the park’s diverse habitats, ranging from groundwater forest and open grasslands to the alkaline lake itself. Lake Manyara is well known for tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, elephants, and abundant birdlife including flamingos and pelicans. The compact size of the park allows for rewarding wildlife viewing in a short time. Later in the afternoon, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight near the park.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Country Lodge Karatu
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Manyara - Tarangire NP
Lake Manyara - Tarangire NP
Following breakfast, drive south toward Tarangire National Park via Makuyuni. Arrive late morning and begin your game drive through rolling savannahs dotted with ancient baobab trees. Tarangire is especially famous for its large elephant populations and the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife throughout the year. You may encounter herds of buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, and a variety of antelope, with lions and leopards often nearby. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of wildlife viewing before heading to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Burunge Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Tarangire - Ngorongoro Crater
Tarangire - Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart Tarangire and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through scenic highlands and local farming communities. Ascend to the crater rim and descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This natural caldera supports an exceptional concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino. The varied landscapes of grasslands, swamps, and soda lakes make wildlife viewing outstanding. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend back to the rim and proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Highlands - Arusha
Ngorongoro Highlands - Arusha
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Ngorongoro Highlands before driving to Arusha. The journey passes through fertile farmland and vibrant local villages, offering insight into daily life in northern Tanzania. Arrive in Arusha around midday, marking the end of your safari. Arusha is a key safari hub with easy access to Kilimanjaro International Airport or onward travel arrangements. Your journey concludes with lasting memories of elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, baobab-filled plains, and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
