Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport, Tanzania
Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport, Tanzania
Jambo and welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, one of our friendly drivers will be waiting to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi, offering breathtaking views of Mount Meru, for dinner and an overnight stay. After a long day of travel, you can relax and enjoy a comfortable evening.
If you arrive early in the afternoon, enjoy the hotel’s facilities, such as the swimming pool.
- Main Destination:
- Moshi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- The Maridadi Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Kilimanjaro hike
Kilimanjaro hike
After breakfast at 7:00 AM, our guide will meet you for a short briefing before you are picked up and transferred to the Kilimanjaro Gate, known as Marangu Gate. The hike may take up to 4 hours and offers you the opportunity to enjoy beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Upon arriving at Marangu Gate, you will have time to check in and register. This is where you will begin your ascent of Kilimanjaro. The first part of the route takes you through the woods and rainforest, where you can admire eucalyptus trees and various species of birds. If you are lucky, you may even spot a Colobus monkey or two, so keep an eye out for their distinctive black and white fur!
After the hike, our driver will pick you up and transfer you back to your hotel in Arusha City.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Forest Hill Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game drive in Arusha National Park
Game drive in Arusha National Park
Your safari adventures begin today! After breakfast at 8:00 AM, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Arusha National Park, a 45-minute drive, and proceed with the game drive.
You will never forget your first view of Arusha National Park, with Mt. Meru, one of the Rift Valley’s beautiful mountains, rising above it. You’ll enjoy wildlife including giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and birdlife, with sightings of elephants and hippos. There’s also Ngurdoto Crater, sometimes called ‘Little Ngorongoro’ due to its resemblance to the crater. The scenery offers an alternative to wildlife parks.
In the afternoon, you will stop for lunch at Lake Momella, enjoying breathtaking views. At the end of the afternoon, you will drive to the lodge for relaxation.
Optional Activity: Walking safari is a great way to experience the wild on foot. You may spot giraffes, buffalo, warthogs, and walk to a waterfall with an experienced guide.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Forest Hill Hotel
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Game drive in Tarangire National Park
Game drive in Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you will depart for Tarangire National Park, with the drive from Arusha taking approximately 2 hours. Along the way, you will enjoy the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania, including rolling hills, traditional Maasai villages, and acacia-dotted plains.
Once you arrive at Tarangire, your safari adventure begins with a game drive, where you can spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. The park is especially famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, making it a photographer’s paradise. After an exciting day exploring the park, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Karatu Villas Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
At 07:30 AM, after breakfast, you will depart for Central Serengeti National Park. The drive takes approximately 4 hours, with game viewing along the way as you travel through the park.
Serengeti National Park offers some of the finest wildlife viewing in Africa. It is home to large herds of buffaloes, wildebeests, elephants, giraffes, elands, impalas, and Grant’s gazelles. Lions, leopards, and many other animals are frequently spotted. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a game drive, stop for a picnic lunch, and continue exploring the park during an afternoon game drive before heading to your tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Out in Africa Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Final Game drive in Serengeti
Final Game drive in Serengeti
After a restful night surrounded by the sounds of nature, you will wake to the beautiful birdsong of the Serengeti. Enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading out for your game drive at 7:00 AM.
Today is dedicated to searching for the famous Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos. The Central Serengeti is renowned for its abundant wildlife, offering excellent opportunities for unforgettable sightings and photography. Your experienced guide will follow the best wildlife activity and explore different areas of the park.
In the evening, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Out in Africa Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Get up early to have breakfast before heading out for a game drive transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater. The drive might take around 2 hours, but along the way, we'll make some stops to spot animals.
The main attraction of Ngorongoro is its deep, volcanic crater, which is the world's largest unflooded and unbroken caldera. It's about 20 kilometers across, 600 meters deep, and covers 300 square kilometers—an awe-inspiring natural wonder. We'll explore Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, famous for its black rhinos, flamingos, hippos, and other water birds.
You will enjoy a full-day game drive inside the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations.
After an exciting morning exploring the crater floor and spotting wildlife, you will continue your game drive until approximately 3:00 PM. Thereafter, you will ascend the crater and begin your scenic drive to your accommodation at Manyara Area.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Game Drive in Lake Manyara and Transfer to Arusha
Game Drive in Lake Manyara and Transfer to Arusha
Rise and shine, as today marks the end of our safari. Today, you will depart for Manyara National Park.
Lake Manayara National Park is nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley. Known for its diverse landscapes, the park is home to iconic tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, and a variety of bird species around the alkaline Lake Manyara. You'll enjoy a captivating game drive, exploring lush forests and open savannahs.
Later, you'll return to Forest Hill Hotel for your Dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Forest Hill Hotel
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Relaxation in Arusha City
Relaxation in Arusha City
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing morning at the lodge. After lunch, your driver-guide will pick you up for an exciting Arusha City Tour. Explore the city’s vibrant culture, history, and everyday life as you visit lively local markets filled with fresh produce, spices, colourful crafts, and handmade souvenirs.
Continue to iconic landmarks such as the Clock Tower and learn about Arusha’s importance as the gateway to Tanzania’s famous safari destinations. Visit local art galleries and craft centres to admire traditional artwork, carvings, jewellery, and handmade creations by talented Tanzanian artisans.
This enriching experience offers a wonderful opportunity to discover the authentic culture and charm of Arusha before or after your safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Forest Hill Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your Departure
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your Departure
After breakfast, you will drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari adventure, filled with remarkable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and memorable cultural experiences.
Your Tanzanian safari draws to a close, and we’re sure that you will have enjoyed it as much as we have.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
