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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (Flight Timings TBA), and after clearing immigration and collecting your luggage, you will be warmly met by our professional driver who will be waiting in the arrivals lounge outside the airport. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Moshi, where you can relax and unwind for the evening in preparation for the days ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Gran Meliá Arusha
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire – Wildlife Safari Journey
Arusha to Tarangire – Wildlife Safari Journey
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately 2–2.5 hours through scenic Maasai countryside and local villages. Upon arrival, enjoy a full-day game drive in this beautiful park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. Follow the Tarangire River, the park’s main water source that attracts a variety of wildlife including giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and predators such as lions. During the day, enjoy a picnic hot lunch at a scenic location within the park while taking in the surrounding wilderness. Tarangire is also renowned for its birdlife, with over 500 bird species recorded, making it a paradise for bird lovers. Continue with an afternoon game drive before proceeding to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tree Climbing Lions of Lake Manyara National Park
Tree Climbing Lions of Lake Manyara National Park
At 07:00 hrs, enjoy an early breakfast before departing from Tarangire National Park to Lake Manyara National Park, a drive of approximately 2–2.5 hours (about 120 km) through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, enjoy a game drive en route, spotting wildlife as you traverse the park’s diverse landscapes. Lake Manyara, nestled at the edge of the Rift Valley, is famous for its hippos, tree-climbing lions, and flamingos along the lake shore. Bird enthusiasts will delight in sightings of the ground hornbill, crested eagle, and other species. Guests may choose the optional Lake Manyara Treetop Walkway, offering a unique perspective over the forest canopy and surrounding wildlife. Afterward, proceed to your lodge for check-in and relaxation, reflecting on the day’s incredible safari experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
The Big 5 of Ngorongoro Crater
The Big 5 of Ngorongoro Crater
At 07:00 hrs, after an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a drive of approximately 2–3 hours through scenic highlands and Maasai villages. Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater floor, a natural caldera formed by a massive volcanic eruption. The crater provides a rich habitat for a remarkable variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and hippos. Enjoy a full-day safari, with a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, taking in the breathtaking scenery and observing animals in their natural environment. In the afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim, where you will check in at your camp or lodge and relax, reflecting on an unforgettable day of wildlife and stunning landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Pakulala Safari Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park – Western Corridor Adventure
Serengeti National Park – Western Corridor Adventure
At 07:00 hrs, enjoy an early breakfast before departing for Serengeti National Park (Central/Western Corridor). The drive covers approximately 3–4 hours (about 140 km) through scenic landscapes, including rolling plains and small villages. The Serengeti is home to the Big Five and is renowned for the world-famous annual migration, making it one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. Its vast, short-grass savannah is dotted with rocky outcrops, or kopjes, which serve as favorite hunting grounds for leopards. Spend the day on thrilling game drives, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and other iconic African wildlife. In the evening, proceed to your lodge for overnight relaxation under the stars, enjoying the tranquility of this magnificent wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mbali Mbali Soroi Serengeti
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Western Serengeti to Northern Mara – In Search of the Migration
Western Serengeti to Northern Mara – In Search of the Migration
At 07:00 hrs, after an early breakfast, depart Central Serengeti for the northern Serengeti (Mara region), a scenic drive of approximately 4–5 hours. Arrive in this dramatic wilderness area known for the Mara River and its seasonal wildlife concentrations. Depending on the time of year, you may witness the thrilling river crossings, where wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-filled waters while predators wait along the banks. The landscape features rolling plains, riverine forests, and abundant wildlife including hippos, elephants, and giraffes. Enjoy afternoon game drives before returning to lodge for sundowners and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Mara River Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti National Park – The Great Wildebeest Migration
Serengeti National Park – The Great Wildebeest Migration
Between 04:00 and 05:00 hrs, take part in an optional hot air balloon safari over Central Serengeti, offering a serene sunrise flight above the vast plains and abundant wildlife below. After landing, continue your journey north with game drives toward the Mara River, passing through diverse ecosystems of savannah, river valleys, and woodlands. In the Northern Serengeti, enjoy exceptional game viewing with opportunities to spot big cats, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and, seasonally, the dramatic Great Migration river crossings in one of Africa’s most remarkable safari regions.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Mara River Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Northern Serengeti – Scenic Flight to Arusha
Northern Serengeti – Scenic Flight to Arusha
It’s time to bid farewell to Tanzanian hospitality! Begin your final morning game drive before transferring to Kogatende Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha or JRO. (Flight timing TBA) This marks the conclusion of your incredible safari adventure. We hope you depart with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and warm hospitality, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another extraordinary journey in the future!
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
