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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Your first connection to this land is forged the moment your committed representative meets you at the airport. The drive is a slow descent from the sky to the earth, delivering you to the quiet sanctuary of the Banana Eco Farm.
Depending on the hour of your arrival, you will have time to settle your spirit and prepare for the incredible, untamed journey that awaits.
Should the spirit hunger for an immediate taste of the local rhythm, you may plunge directly into the vibrant chaos of Arusha.
This city tour is a deep, cost-free immersion into the raw commerce of the local and Maasai marketplaces, a direct connection to the pulse of the human heart, complemented by a quiet exploration of the ancient narratives within the cultural heritage sites and the City Museum.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Banana Farm Eco Hostel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
The day demands an early commitment. The wheels turn at 6:45 AM, plunging you into the raw wilderness of Tarangire National Park—the 'land of giants,' where colossal elephants roam beneath the sentinel boughs of the baobab trees. The earlier we strike, the deeper we connect with the awakening wild.
We will find a brief truce with the savanna for a picnic lunch by the Tarangire River, the vast views surrounding our respite. The afternoon is an uninterrupted pursuit, an exhilarating second game drive, immersing you fully in Tarangire's untamed heart.
As the sun bleeds away, you will retreat to your selected accommodation for dinner and a necessary reprieve. Yet, the adventure may continue at an extra cost, embrace the ultimate darkness with a thrilling night game drive at Lake Manyara (from 7:45 PM to 10:55 PM), unveiling the mysterious, nocturnal kingdom under the moon's pale light.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Biking, walking and cultural experience
Biking, walking and cultural experience
Embrace the beauty of Lake Manyara with an invigorating morning! At 8:00 am, embark on a guided bike and walking tour, soaking in the stunning scenery at your own pace. Keep your eyes peeled for zebras, flamingos, wildebeest, and a diverse array of wildlife.
Following your active exploration, delve deeper into the local culture with your guide. Visit banana, coffee, and rice fields, gaining insights into the region's agricultural practices. Feeling adventurous? Opt for an additional visit at zero cost to a Maasai village, a coffee tour, or even try your hand at painting to capture your Tanzanian experience.
Explore this charming town at your own pace or relax and enjoy the sights from a complimentary tuk-tuk ride, for the night, a necessary reprieve from the wild. Should the spirit still hunger for exploration, an optional, strenuous hike awaits—a climb to the top of the Great Rift Valley wall for an unbroken view of the raw, vast landscape below.
- Main Destination:
- Mto Wa Mbu (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Fig Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
You are now journeying toward the very soul of the continent: the Serengeti, Tanzania’s oldest park. A vast theatre of primal life, its 1.5 million hectares host an incredible density of animals and is the stage for the earth's great pulse—the famous wildebeest migration.
After breakfast, your journey begins (between 8:45–9:00 AM). Along the path, we will pause for 15–20 minutes at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint for a final, colossal view into that lost world. You will then cross the threshold, arriving at the Serengeti Nabi Gate in time for lunch, where a brief walk allows you a first raw breath of the endless plains.
The afternoon is an uninterrupted plunge. We proceed into a sweeping game drive, concluding with a spectacular sunset drive where the vast savanna consumes the final light. Your adventure ends at your selected accommodation, where you will settle for the night deep within the Serengeti's endless heart.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Game drive in Serengeti National Park
Game drive in Serengeti National Park
The day begins with a necessary sustenance—a full breakfast at your accommodation—before the relentless push into the Central Serengeti.
Your quest starts immediately as you plunge into the endless plains: a sweeping, intense game drive across this vast theater of primal life. The pursuit continues until midday, where you will find a brief truce with the savanna for lunch at a designated picnic site.
The final, winding journey of the day begins with one last sweep across the plains, an afternoon game drive that acts as your transfer. Your guide will command the vehicle toward the immense highlands. The day concludes with your arrival at Simba Campsite, perched dramatically on the frigid edge of the Ngorongoro Crater rim. Here, rest awaits you after 7–8 hours of intense encounter, and a well-deserved dinner is your reward, overlooking the vast, dark expanse of a lost world.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
The day demands an early allegiance. Between 6:00 and 6:30 AM, your journey begins with a final, bracing transit drive that brings you to the rim of the immense caldera. Your guide will command the vehicle into a swift, breathtaking descent, plunging you into the unique, primal world of the Ngorongoro Crater.
From the comfort of your open-roof 4x4, you will spend the next 7 to 8 hours traversing this colossal, self-contained sanctuary. The Crater’s 600-meter-high walls stand as immense ramparts, guarding a landscape that shifts and breathes with incredible density and guaranteed drama—scenes found nowhere else in Tanzania.
Midday provides a brief, surreal reprieve: a picnic lunch taken at the edge of the famous hippo pool. After absorbing the day's chills and thrills, your guide will navigate the vehicle back up and out of the caldera, returning you to your selected accommodation for a well-earned dinner and quiet overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Banana Farm Eco Hostel
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
VIsit shanga shanga, cultural heritage, maasai market, local market and lake Duluti
VIsit shanga shanga, cultural heritage, maasai market, local market and lake Duluti
We begin at Shanga Shanga, a social enterprise. Here, people with disabilities create beautiful art from recycled materials.
This visit gives you a unique chance to work with glass beads and support a vital income-generating initiative. Afterward, you'll proceed to the Cultural Heritage Centre.
From there, you'll drive to the vibrant, beautiful chaos of Soko Kuu, the central market. We will provide you with a small amount of money, and you're encouraged to use your bargaining skills. This isn't just about a good price; it's a way to directly support the mothers and vendors who are the lifeblood of this community.
Next, you'll visit the Clock Tower, a landmark marking the halfway point between Cairo and the Cape, then see the historic Arusha Hotel. For lunch, you’ll dine at Kitamu.
After lunch, you'll visit the Maasai Market. Your day ends at the tranquil Lake Duluti. You can relax by the water with a cold beer to wind down the day.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Banana Farm Eco Hostel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Departure (transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport)
Departure (transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport)
Departure day. After a final breakfast at your accommodation, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in time for your flight.
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have free time to relax at the accommodation or explore Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
