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Arrival
Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
We will depart Arusha in the morning and head directly to Tarangire National Park, named after the river that runs through it which quenches the thirst of a variety of animals, including giraffes, waterbucks, wildebeests, zebras and a high density of elephants. Tarangire is home to over 550 species of birds and its hilly landscape is dotted with baobabs and diverse grasses. After a morning game drive, you will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the river, before continuing wildlife viewing until leaving the park in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast we will head to Lake Manyara, an alkaline lake, rich with plant and bird life. The lake’s environment supports over 300 species of birds including cormorants, pink flamingos, pelicans and storks. After a picnic lunch, we will enjoy an afternoon game drive where you can see elephants and baboons (in fact Lake Manyara boasts the most baboons in any park in Africa!) If you are lucky you will also see the famous tree-climbing lions.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3-4
Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, we will start our journey to the Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti National Park, home to the ‘big five’; rhinoceros, elephant, leopard, buffalo and lion, is one of the greatest national parks in the world, spanning over 14,000 km². The name Serengeti comes from a Maasai word meaning ‘endless plains’. Although populations fluctuate, there are an estimated 3 million large game animals in the Serengeti, including over 2,500 lions, 1.2 million wildebeest and over 200,000 zebras. Enjoy a picnic or camp lunch before continuing for an afternoon game drive through the vast plains. A trip to the Serengeti at any time of the year can never disappoint!
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Highlands
Ngorongoro Highlands
After breakfast we will enjoy at game drive to the main Serengeti gate and stop for a picnic lunch. Heading towards the Ngorongoro Crater we will pass through varied landscapes and micro-climates – vast plains, sweeping hills and dense forests. We will arrive early evening at your selected accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast we will drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s safari highlights. The name Ngorongoro is from a Maasai word meaning ‘Gift of Life’.
You will begin with taking in the magnificent views from the crater rim before descending into the crater itself. You will have the opportunity to see elephants, lions, buffalo, zebra and many other species of animals and birds. We will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the hippo pool.
The Ngorongoro Crater is beautiful at any time of year and teaming with wildlife. You may experience clear views of the crater bowl or mists rolling down into the base - either way a memorable experience.
We will travel back to Arusha City for the early evening drop off at your selected accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Safari Homes Tanzania
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Materuni Waterfalls
Materuni Waterfalls
After breakfast we will depart for Materuni Village, home to people of the Chagga tribe.
We will hike for approximately 45 minutes to a spectacular waterfall (with an option to swim!). After spending some time at the falls, we will walk for about 30 minutes through forests and farmland to the coffee plantation where we will share a traditional lunch.
After lunch, you will enjoy an Arabica coffee tour and take part in the process from harvest to cup! You will experience some local dancing and singing from the Chagga tribe. Drop off at your selected hotel or airport.
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
