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Arrival
Day 1
Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha City
Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha City
Upon your arrival at the airport, one of our representatives will be there to greet you and drive you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you'll hopefully have some time to unwind and get ready for the exciting adventure that awaits you!
Arusha is a bustling hub and an integral part of safari experiences in northern Tanzania. It's a place where most traveler's pass through at some point, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of safari life.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your safari guide will pick you up from your accommodation after breakfast. Today, you'll embark on a journey to Tarangire National Park. The drive to the park takes approximately two and a half hours on well-maintained tarmac roads. Tarangire National Park derives its name from the Tarangire River, which flows through it. This river, often referred to as the 'river of warthogs,' serves as the primary water source for wildlife in the region during the dry season. The park is renowned for its large elephant families, frequently spotted gathering near the river. Additionally, you may encounter giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests. These animals are closely followed by various predators, including lions and leopards. Tarangire boasts a remarkable diversity of bird species, with more breeding varieties found here than anywhere else on Earth.
You'll enjoy lunch at a designated picnic site within the park. Following your game drive, you'll proceed to your campsite near Karatu.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you'll start your journey towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, there will be an opportunity to stop and admire the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Continuing through the conservation area, you'll transit to the Serengeti, entering from the southern part of the park.
The Serengeti is renowned for its awe-inspiring landscapes, characterized by vast open grasslands that provide ideal settings for wildlife sightings. While it hosts a plethora of wildlife, its most famous attraction is undoubtedly the annual Great Migration. This natural spectacle sees immense herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope traversing the plains in search of fresh grazing.
You'll enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the wilderness and spend the night at a campsite nestled in the heart of the bush, immersing yourself fully in the Serengeti's untamed beauty.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Camping at Serengeti
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
The whole day is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti through game drives. The Serengeti is renowned for its rich variety of wildlife, including impala, buffalo, crocodile, and hippo. Alongside its breathtaking landscapes, there's a high probability of encountering predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. It's an experience that can truly transform your life.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Following breakfast, you'll embark on a journey towards Ngorongoro Crater, with hopes of encountering more marvels along the way! Ngorongoro Crater is a hidden gem, surrounded by steep volcanic walls, and harbors a pristine wilderness featuring vast savannahs, patches of acacia woodland, shimmering lakes, and marshes. This natural wonder was formed when a massive volcano erupted and collapsed on itself around two to three million years ago.
Descending into the Crater is an adventure in its own right. Upon reaching the Crater floor, you'll find yourself surrounded by abundant wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and over 500 species of birds. This unique habitat also offers the best opportunity to spot the endangered black rhino, which occasionally roams the open grasslands.
After spending a fulfilling afternoon exploring the Crater, you'll journey to your campsite near Karatu.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara to Arusha
Lake Manyara to Arusha
This morning, your journey continues as you head to Lake Manyara National Park, marking the final leg of your remarkable safari adventure! Manyara, located 120km west of Arusha, is a small yet diverse park. Everything you'll encounter here is on a grand scale. Despite being one of Africa's narrowest parks, Manyara boasts an epic landscape with the imposing Great Rift Escarpment towering over its western boundary. At the heart of the park lies the shallow, salt Lake Manyara, which expands and contracts with the seasons, serving as a habitat for thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and over 500 other bird species.
After your exhilarating game drive, you'll be dropped off at your preferred location, be it Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport, or Arusha Airport. We sincerely hope you've cherished every moment of your adventure with us!
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
