$2,500 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival
Arrival
We will arrange for our driver to pick you up from the airport and take you to your accommodations in Arusha, where you can relax and prepare for the adventures ahead.
Arusha, also known as “A-Town” by the locals, is located at the base of Mount Meru, Africa’s fifth-highest mountain. The city’s high altitude provides a pleasant climate and a lush green environment. While some visitors may not consider Arusha particularly attractive, it is a necessary stopover before embarking on this safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Njiro Legacy Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Coffee was historically one of Tanzania’s major exports. While production has lessened, coffee growing is still widespread across the region. You will travel 10–25 km from Moshi Town, with the opportunity to meet local coffee growers, learn about the history, and experience the process of making your own cup of coffee, including picking, roasting, and grinding the beans. This is a full-day trip of around eight hours and includes lunch. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the camp.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will continue your journey toward the fertile highlands where the Iraqw people grow wheat, coffee, and corn. You will pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to view the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, then travel to Serengeti National Park, arriving around midday.
Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s largest, covering 15,000 km² (5,800 mi²) with diverse landscapes including grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannahs, and mountains. This is the site of the Great Migration of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes. Depending on the season, you may witness thousands of animals searching for food and water as they move across the plains.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Weavers Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti National Park
Northern Serengeti National Park
Wake up early and have a full breakfast. Afterward, you will embark on a full-day game drive in the Serengeti. The driver will take you to key areas of the park to ensure you have ample time to explore and witness the Great Wildebeest Migration.
The Great Migration varies each year. The best chance to see it is from June to September. Wildebeest calving occurs from January to March. From July to September, the driver will take you to the Northern Serengeti to observe the wildebeest crossing the Mara River. Throughout the year, about 1.5 million wildebeest travel across the plains, following rainfall in search of fresh grazing and water.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mara River Serengeti Savannah Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
Today your game drive continues from the Northern Serengeti to the Central Serengeti, the landscape shifting from rolling hills and riverbanks to expansive open plains. You’ll see large herds of wildebeest and zebras, as well as predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. The Central Serengeti is known for its abundant wildlife, including buffalo, elephants, and giraffes. The rivers in this area attract hippos and crocodiles, offering excellent opportunities to spot the “Big Five” and observe diverse wildlife in action.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Weavers Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After an early breakfast, you will embark on a game drive south of the Serengeti towards Seronera, where you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including lions, cheetahs, and elephants, along with the rich birdlife of the area. The Seronera region is also known for its rolling plains and the Seronera River, which attracts a diverse range of animals, especially during the dry season.
In the late afternoon, you will leave the Serengeti and drive to your lodge in Karatu. Along the way, you will pass through scenic landscapes, including the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you may spot grazing herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. The drive to Karatu takes approximately three hours.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Eyasi
Lake Eyasi
After breakfast, depart for Lake Eyasi. Here you will observe a great variety of birdlife along the lake’s shore, and the location itself makes it a wonderful place to spend a couple of nights. Enjoy a few activities with the Bushmen before driving back to Moshi, which will take approximately four hours. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
- The Maridadi Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Eyasi - Materuni Waterfalls
Lake Eyasi - Materuni Waterfalls
After breakfast, you will depart for Materuni Waterfalls for a short two-hour hike, enjoying the lush vegetation, stunning views, and the waterfall itself. After the hike, visit a local coffee processing farm for lunch before proceeding to the airport.
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
