Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Greetings to Tanzania! Mirisho Expedition Safaris representative will warmly welcome you at the airport and transport you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to unwind and get ready for the extraordinary adventure that awaits!
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Four Points by Sheraton Arusha
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Local Coffee Tour Experience in Arusha
Local Coffee Tour Experience in Arusha
Embarking on a coffee tour is a delightful and immersive experience that takes enthusiasts on a journey through the intricate world of coffee production, from bean to cup. These tours provide a unique opportunity to explore the rich history, cultural significance, and meticulous process involved in crafting that perfect cup of coffee.
The adventure typically begins in coffee-growing regions, where lush landscapes and rolling hills are adorned with coffee plantations. One popular destination for coffee tours is the coffee belt, which encircles the globe between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, encompassing regions like Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Four Points by Sheraton Arusha
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
In the early morning, post-breakfast, your journey commences towards Tarangire National Park. Named after the Tarangire River coursing through its expanse, this waterway, often dubbed the 'river of warthogs,' stands as the primary water source for wildlife in the region, especially crucial during the dry season. The park's terrain varies, featuring dense vegetation that includes stretches of elephant grass and acacia woodlands.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
The Ngorongoro Crater stands as a marvel among the Wonders of the Natural World. Expanding across 102 square miles with towering walls reaching 2,000 feet, it resembles a modern-day Noah's Ark, hosting a diverse array of East Africa's indigenous wildlife. This unique ecosystem is one of the rare locations on the entire continent where the elusive black rhino can be observed.
Within the crater's boundaries lie a river, numerous swamps, a soda lake adorned with a vibrant congregation of flamingos, a lush forest, and expansive open plains. Notably, it is renowned for harboring the world's largest elephants, distinguished by their impressive tusks. The Ngorongoro Crater is undeniably a spectacle, truly earning its status as one of the Wonders of the Natural World.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Central Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Following an early breakfast, you'll set out on a journey towards the Serengeti, renowned as the most famous national park in the world. The drive, though lengthy, unfolds as a spectacular experience, leaving an indelible mark on anyone witnessing it for the first time. Venturing deep into the heart of the Serengeti, the meaning of its local name, "endless plains," becomes apparent. Covering a vast expanse of 6,900 square miles (18,000 square km), the plains seem to extend boundlessly to the horizon, challenging your senses and perception of distances.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Central Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
This entire day is set aside for game drives in the Serengeti. The Serengeti boasts an abundance of wildlife such as impalas, buffalos, crocodiles, and hippos. In addition to the iconic landscapes, you have a good chance of encountering predators and you may see lions, cheetahs, and leopards. It is a truly life-changing experience.
Today, it is possible to do early morning and late afternoon game drives, returning to the camp for lunch.
Otherwise, you can have a full day's game drive with a picnic lunch in the park.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Central Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Meet Hadzabe and Datoga Tribe in Lake Eyasi
Meet Hadzabe and Datoga Tribe in Lake Eyasi
The Hadzabe Tribe:
For thousands of years these people have been full-time hunter-gatherers and this makes them the last of their kind in Africa. This tribe is not closely linked to any other by language or genetic heritage. Living off the land on a full-time basis is extremely difficult in this day and age.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
- Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
What is special about Manyara National Park?
Lake Manyara National Park offers a wilderness experience in diverse habitats, from its Rift Valley soda lake to dense woodlands and steep mountainsides. Apart from a spectacular setting, the park is famous for its unusual tree-climbing lions and the vast elephant herds it was established to protect.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mvuli Hotel
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Arusha National Park to Arusha Town
Arusha National Park to Arusha Town
Arusha was first settled in the 1830s by the Arusha Maasai. These agropastoral settlers belonged to the Arusha Chini community which lived south of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arusha is the safari capital of Tanzania and a popular stopover for adventurers who are preparing for a Meru and Kilimanjaro trek.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
