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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

Welcome to Tanzania | Relax & Settle In

Welcome to Tanzania | Relax & Settle In

Your Tanzania holiday begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport ro Arusha Airport. Our representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your accommodation in Arusha.

Once checked in, the remainder of the day is yours to relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a leisurely evening at the hotel, take in the atmosphere of Arusha or simply rest before your safari adventure begins.

Your guide will also brief you on the exciting days ahead, ensuring you are comfortable and prepared for your journey through northern Tanzania.

Overnight: Arusha.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Elephants, Baobabs & African Wilderness

Elephants, Baobabs & African Wilderness

Elephants, Baobabs & African Wilderness

After breakfast, depart Arusha and begin your journey toward Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most scenic wildlife destinations.

The landscape gradually changes as you leave the city behind, revealing open countryside and traditional villages before reaching the park. Tarangire is particularly famous for its enormous elephant herds and spectacular ancient baobab trees, creating a distinctive African landscape.

Enjoy a game drive through the park, keeping watch for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes and a remarkable variety of birdlife. Your experienced guide will help you discover the hidden details of the ecosystem and position you for excellent wildlife viewing and photography.

As the afternoon approaches, continue to your accommodation for a relaxing evening surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Tarangire/Karatu Area.

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
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Into the Legendary Endless Plains

Into the Legendary Endless Plains

After breakfast, leave Tarangire behind and continue toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park.

The journey is an experience in itself as the scenery changes from woodland and baobab country to the expansive grasslands of the Serengeti. Upon entering the park, begin your first game drive through this extraordinary ecosystem.

The Serengeti is home to an impressive diversity of wildlife. Along the way, you may encounter large herds of wildebeest and zebra, giraffes moving across the plains, elephants, buffaloes and predators such as lions and cheetahs.

Arrive at your accommodation in the evening, where you can unwind, enjoy dinner and take in the unique feeling of spending the night close to one of Africa's greatest wilderness areas.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Serengeti National Park.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

A Full Day in the Heart of the Wild

A Full Day in the Heart of the Wild

Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the Serengeti.

After breakfast, head out with your safari guide for a full day of wildlife discovery. With more time available, you can explore different areas of the park according to wildlife movements and seasonal conditions.

The Serengeti offers the possibility of extraordinary encounters. You may watch a pride of lions resting beneath an acacia tree, follow elephants crossing the plains or observe herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the horizon. With luck, you may also encounter cheetahs, leopards and other elusive predators.

Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the sun begins to soften over the plains, return to camp for dinner and a peaceful evening under the African sky.

Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Serengeti National Park.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

From the Endless Plains to the Crater Highlands

From the Endless Plains to the Crater Highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Continue to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, where you will descend into the crater floor for an unforgettable wildlife experience. The crater's enclosed ecosystem supports an extraordinary concentration of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and hippos.

With favourable conditions, there may also be an opportunity to spot the endangered black rhinoceros. Your guide will take you through the crater while sharing insights into the wildlife and remarkable environment surrounding you.

After your crater experience and picnic lunch, ascend from the crater and continue to Karatu, a charming area surrounded by lush highland landscapes and coffee-growing communities.

Enjoy a relaxed evening at your accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Karatu.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Wildlife Beneath the Great Rift Valley

Wildlife Beneath the Great Rift Valley

After breakfast, depart Karatu for Lake Manyara National Park. Although compact in size, Lake Manyara offers an impressive variety of landscapes, from groundwater forests and open grasslands to the shores of the alkaline lake.

Enjoy a morning game drive searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, baboons and an impressive range of birdlife. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions, although sightings are never guaranteed.

After the game drive, enjoy lunch before beginning your journey back to Arusha. Arrive in the afternoon or evening and settle into your accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Arusha.

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:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Nature, Culture & a Beautiful Farewell

Nature, Culture & a Beautiful Farewell

Your final day takes you to the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro for an authentic cultural and nature experience in Materuni Village.

Begin with a guided walk through the green countryside, passing through local farms and coffee-growing areas as you make your way toward the spectacular Materuni Waterfalls. Take time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings, fresh mountain air and impressive scenery.

Continue with a traditional coffee experience, where local hosts introduce you to the process of preparing Tanzanian coffee, from the beans to the final cup. This is more than simply a coffee demonstration — it offers a genuine opportunity to connect with the local community and appreciate the traditions of the area.

After lunch, return to Arusha or continue to your onward destination, bringing your Tanzania holiday to a memorable close.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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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