Sacred Wilderness Expedition

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi To Arusha City

Nairobi To Arusha City

Your private safari adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi. Travel south through the scenic countryside toward the Kenya-Tanzania border, where immigration formalities are completed before continuing to Arusha,

Tanzania's safari capital. Along the way, enjoy views of local villages, rolling landscapes, and glimpses of Mount Meru. Upon arrival in Arusha, check in to your lodge and relax after the journey. Depending on arrival time, you may explore the town, visit local markets, or simply unwind while preparing for the exciting wildlife adventure ahead. Dinner and overnight stay in Arusha.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, picturesque landscapes, and one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa.

Enjoy a game drive upon entering the park, where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and various antelope species. Predators such as lions and leopards are also frequently spotted.

The Tarangire River attracts abundant wildlife throughout the year, creating excellent photographic opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, transfer to your lodge or camp 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:
Farm of Dreams 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

Following breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park. Travel through the scenic highlands and conservation areas while enjoying spectacular views of Tanzania's beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, begin your first exciting game drive across the vast savannahs that have made this park world famous.

The Serengeti is home to immense populations of wildlife including lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and countless antelope species. Depending on the season, you may witness part of the Great Migration. Continue exploring the endless plains before heading to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.

As the sun begins to set over the golden grasslands, enjoy breathtaking views and excellent wildlife photography opportunities. The vast ecosystem supports an extraordinary diversity of animals, making every moment of your journey a memorable safari experience filled with discovery and adventure.

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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Serengeti Central Lodge
  • Mid-range tented 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 the magnificent Serengeti, one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations. An early morning game drive offers excellent chances to observe predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs during their most active hours.

Throughout the day, travel across diverse habitats including open grasslands, river valleys, and acacia woodlands. Encounter large herds of wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and numerous bird species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. The day provides outstanding opportunities for wildlife photography and unforgettable safari experiences before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kontiki Kogatende Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern 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 breakfast and a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, continue your safari toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the route, enjoy additional wildlife sightings and stunning views of the Serengeti plains stretching to the horizon.

As you ascend into the cooler highlands, the landscape changes dramatically, offering spectacular scenery and unique photographic opportunities. Arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater in the afternoon and take in panoramic views of this remarkable natural wonder.

Settle into your lodge near the crater rim, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the next day's crater exploration. As you approach the crater rim, temperatures drop and mist often rolls over the caldera, creating a dramatic atmosphere. The area is also rich in Maasai culture, offering chances to see traditional villages nearby.

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

Today you descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife destinations. The crater floor supports an incredible concentration of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and the rare black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a comprehensive game drive across lakes, grasslands, forests, and swamps that create diverse habitats for wildlife. Picnic beside a hippo pool while surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

The crater offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa due to its enclosed ecosystem. Later, ascend to the crater rim 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:
Endoro 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

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, travel to Lake Manyara National Park for your final safari experience. This beautiful park is renowned for its lush groundwater forest, diverse birdlife, and famous tree-climbing lions.

Enjoy a game drive through varied habitats where you may encounter elephants, baboons, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and numerous bird species including flamingos along the lake shore. The park's scenic beauty provides a perfect conclusion to your Tanzanian safari. After lunch and a final wildlife viewing experience, depart for Arusha where your unforgettable 7-day Kenya and Tanzania safari adventure comes to an end.

Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment and rural Maasai settlements. Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon, marking the end of your journey with unforgettable memories and remarkable wildlife encounters captured forever in your safari memories.

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:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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