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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival and Transfer to Arusha Town

Arrival and Transfer to Arusha Town

Our driver will be waiting for you at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. They will hold up a sign with your name on it so you can easily identify them. Once you meet the driver, they will greet you and assist you in loading your luggage into the vehicle. The driver will then drive you to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax and spend the night. If you have time, your safari guide will be available to take you on a tour of the beautiful city of Arusha in the evening.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gran Melia Arusha
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha - Tarangire National Park - Manayara

Arusha - Tarangire National Park - Manayara

You will be picked up early in the morning from your lodge, and we will embark on an exhilarating journey to Tarangire National Park. You will carry lunch boxes with you, and we will head out on a full-day game drive of the park with a picnic lunch break at noon. We will not miss anything as we explore the park, and we will make sure you have an unforgettable experience. In the late afternoon, we will transfer you to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay. Tarangire National Park is renowned for its large elephant herds and diverse landscapes, ranging from seasonal swamps to savannas, with the Tarangire River winding its way through the parklands. During the game drive, you will surely witness a lion stalking its prey or leopards relaxing in the trees above.

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:
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park - Karatu

Lake Manyara National Park - Karatu

After breakfast, we will enter Lake Manyara National Park which is a short drive away from the Lodge at Manyara for a game drive, carrying lunch boxes. Once we finish the game drive, we will transfer you to Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you will spend the overnight at a lodge just outside Ngorongoro.
Manayara Park is famous for its stunning tree-dwelling lions that blend in with the foliage, as well as its large population of baboons and monkeys that live in the forest. The lake is a sanctuary for flamingos and pelicans, who migrate here to breed and raise their offspring.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Tour - Serengeti

Ngorongoro Crater Tour - Serengeti

Kickstart your day with an early breakfast and set off to conquer the Ngorongoro Crater with a picnic lunch. Descend into the crater and spend the entire day exploring one of the world's largest calderas, spanning a whopping 20 km wide. This is an exceptional opportunity to witness wildlife in action, including the chance to spot Black Rhinos in Tanzania. The mighty crater stands tall at a height of 2,286 meters above sea level and is the largest unbroken caldera in the world. It is surrounded by steep walls that rise an impressive 610 meters from the crater floor, covering an area of 260 km². More than 30,000 animals call this place home, with almost half being zebra and wildebeest. Ngorongoro is a World Heritage site. Later in the afternoon, ascend to the top and head over to Serengeti National Park for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Full-day game drive at Central Serengeti National Park

Full-day game drive at Central Serengeti National Park

Embark on a breathtaking full game drive in the Central Serengeti (Seronera area) and savor a delightful picnic lunch at a suitable location within the park. Later in the afternoon, we will drive toward the North until we reach the Lodge in the Kogatende area. Watch the incredible herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest migrate through the Serengeti, and observe predators such as leopard, cheetah, and lion play their roles in the circle of life..

Main Destination:
Central 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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ole Serai Luxury Camp - Kogatende
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Another Full-day game drive of Serengeti - Northern Park (Mara River)

Another Full-day game drive of Serengeti - Northern Park (Mara River)

You will depart from the Lodge at first light to embark on another full day of game drives within the park. The game drives will take you towards the Mara River, where you will witness the wondrous river crossing. Here, thousands of wildebeests and zebras will risk everything to cross the crocodile-infested Mara River in search of fresh pastures on the other side. After the game drives, you will return to the Lodge to relax, have dinner, and spend the night.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ole Serai Luxury Camp - Kogatende
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Serengeti - Lake Natron visit Waterfalls

Serengeti - Lake Natron visit Waterfalls

After breakfast, you will embark on a drive to Lake Natron, where you will witness an ancient and traditional way of life in Africa. Although the journey may be bumpy due to the harsh terrain, the experience of true rural Africa is worth the effort. This remote area offers breathtaking views and immense scenery that is out of this world.
Lake Natron is also known for its flamingo population and highly concentrated alkaline waters. Although wildlife can be spotted in this area, the main focus is not on game viewing but on experiencing the vast space and incredible scenery.
Upon arrival in the evening, you will go to the Lodge and then embark on a trekking tour up the Engaresero River to the waterfalls returning in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Accommodation:
Lake Natron Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located at Lake Natron
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Lake Natron - Arusha

Lake Natron - Arusha

It is recommended that you wake up early in the morning and make your way to Lake Natron to witness the sunrise. As the golden rays of the sun hit the vast waters of Natron Lake, you will be able to witness the stunning beauty of Africa as it wakes up. This is a view that is more valuable than any photograph. Take a moment to appreciate the unparalleled beauty of the surrounding landscapes. As you listen to the melody of the morning birds, take some pictures. Afterward, head back to the lodge for breakfast and then make your way back to Arusha. From there, you can proceed to either Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport, concluding your safari with us.

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

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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