Paradise & Wilderness

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Game Drive Arusha National Park

Game Drive Arusha National Park

Kick off your safari adventure with a pickup from your Arusha hotel and a journey to Arusha National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. Explore the three areas; Mount Meru, Ngurdoto Crater, and Momella Lakes to spot giraffes, zebras, buffalo and colourful birds. Following a thrilling game drive, you'll embark on an optional guided walking safari. This unique experience allows you to observe the wildlife from a close yet safe distance on foot. After an exciting day, relax at Africa Safari Arusha, enjoy the pool and soak in the tranquil surroundings as your adventure unfolds.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Arusha Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Game Drive Tarangire National Park

Game Drive Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at Africa Safari Arusha, journey to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive among elephants, baobabs, and the rare tree-climbing python. In the evening, head to Africa Safari Rift Valley and overnight in a furnished comfort safari tent with a private bathroom. Before dinner, relax and refresh with a swim in the pool, taking in the tranquil surroundings after an adventurous day.

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:
Africa Safari Rift Valley Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Game Drive Lake Manyara National Park

Game Drive Lake Manyara National Park

Today we head to Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem celebrated for its dramatic scenery and rich wildlife. Think panoramic views, cascading waterfalls, clear babbling streams and bubbling hot springs. On your full-day game drive, keep your eyes open for tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and a dazzling variety of birdlife along the lake’s edge. As the day winds down, we’ll continue to Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment, where comfort and relaxation await after your adventure.

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:
Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Relax and Explore – Optional Visit to the Maasai Boma Village Mto wa Mbu

Relax and Explore – Optional Visit to the Maasai Boma Village Mto wa Mbu

Start your day with breakfast at Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment, enjoying the scenic views over the Rift Valley. Spend a leisurely morning by the pool or choose to join an optional cultural visit to Mto wa Mbu for a Maasai Boma village tour, where you’ll learn about their traditions and daily life. After the experience, return to Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment to relax and spend another peaceful night surrounded by the beauty of the escarpment.

Main Destination:
Mto Wa Mbu (Town)
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located near Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Drive to Lake Natron

Drive to Lake Natron

After breakfast, embark on a scenic road trip to Lake Natron, passing dramatic, remote landscapes and Maasai villages, setting the stage for the next unforgettable day in Tanzania. A Maasai guide from the local cultural centre will accompany you, sharing insights while you enjoy the refreshing contrast between the arid surroundings and the lush waterfall area. Spend the night at Africa Safari Lake Natron.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Natron
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Explore Ngare Sero Waterfalls & Hominid Footprints

Explore Ngare Sero Waterfalls & Hominid Footprints

Start the day with an adventurous waterfall hike guided by a Maasai, passing traditional villages along the way. Visit the Engaresero Footprint Site, where over 400 fossilised hominid footprints, 5 000–19 000 years old, reveal ancient behaviours—some appear to jog, others show unusual toes, and many indicate groups of women and children travelling together. This remarkable site offers a rare glimpse into human history amid stunning landscapes.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Natron
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Flamingo Lake Walk

Flamingo Lake Walk

Join a Maasai guide for a Flamingo Walk at Lake Natron, where endangered lesser flamingos paint the alkaline waters pink. Hike to waterfalls, passing villages and wild scenery, then visit the Engaresero Footprint Site, with over 400 fossilized hominid tracks revealing ancient life. End the day with a scenic drive to Africa Safari Maasai Boma, inspired by a traditional boma, where you’ll be immersed in Maasai culture overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Maasai Boma
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Game Drive Ngorongoro Pololeti Game Reserve

Game Drive Ngorongoro Pololeti Game Reserve

Pololeti Game Reserve, part of the Loliondo Game Controlled Area under the NCAA (Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority), is a vital corridor for migrating Serengeti wildlife and a key wildebeest breeding ground. Experience lions on the hunt, roaming elephants, grazing buffalo, and swift antelope across its open plains. Here, wildlife roams freely, giving you a chance to witness the untamed beauty of Tanzania in its most natural state.

Main Destination:
Pololeti Game Reserve (Greater Serengeti)
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Maasai Boma
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Game Drive Serengeti National Park

Game Drive Serengeti National Park

On day seven, we will drive into the legendary Serengeti, known for its forests, vast savannahs, and the Great Migration of 1.5 million herbivores and predators. In the evening, relax at Africa Safari Ikoma, ideally located between Seronera, Grumeti, and Ikorongo Reserves. Enjoy peaceful birdwatching, observe grazing impalas, or simply soak in the sounds of the African bush as your safari adventure continues.

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:
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Night Game Drive Ikona Wildlife Management Area

Night Game Drive Ikona Wildlife Management Area

Settle into a slow, peaceful morning at Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma, surrounded by wide open plains and the distant calls of wildlife. Enjoy a leisurely day at the camp, taking in the views and unwinding between adventures. In the late afternoon, head out on a guided walking safari, exploring the smaller wonders of the bush as the light softens over the Serengeti. As night falls, switch to a thrilling night game drive through the Ikona Wildlife Management Area, where nocturnal animals emerge and the wilderness transforms under the stars. Return to Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma for a restful night in the heart of the African wild.

Main Destination:
Western Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Game Drive Serengeti National Park

Game Drive Serengeti National Park

Today we get to enjoy a full-day game drive in the Serengeti, where endless savannahs and forested areas are alive with wildlife. Witness zebras, giraffes and the Big Five, and marvel at the Great Migration, when 1.5 million herbivores move across the plains with their predators. This dynamic landscape offers unforgettable wildlife encounters, photography opportunities and moments of pure immersion in the beauty and drama of Africa’s iconic wilderness. By evening, drive south to Africa Safari South Serengeti and enjoy the sounds of the African bush.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Africa Safari South Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Game Drive Ndutu Area

Game Drive Ndutu Area

Unwind and enjoy a peaceful day at Africa Safari South Serengeti, where the tranquil beauty of the Ndutu wilderness surrounds you. Spend your morning relaxing at the lodge, soaking in the views and the calm rhythm of the bush. In the afternoon, choose your own adventure by setting out on an optional guided walking safari through the Ndutu area, discovering the smaller secrets of the savannah on foot, or opt for an afternoon game drive in search of the region’s incredible wildlife. As the day winds down, return to the lodge for a serene evening under the vast Serengeti sky. Spend your second night in Africa Safari South Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Africa Safari South Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Game Drive Ngorongoro Crater

Game Drive Ngorongoro Crater

Rise early for a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact caldera and home to around 30,000 animals, including the Big Five. This natural wonder offers one of Africa’s most unforgettable safari experiences. In the afternoon, continue to the Ndutu/South Serengeti, famed for the calving season of the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest are born and predators lurk nearby. Overnight at Africa Safari 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:
Africa Safari Karatu Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 14

Transfer to Arusha

Transfer to Arusha

All good things end! Enjoy your last meal at Africa Safari Karatu prior to checking out, ready for your journey to Arusha. After meeting your driver-guide at the reception, you will head off on an easy two-hour drive back to where it all started, drop off is in Arusha or Arusha airport, an additional transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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