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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Welcome to Tanzania, where your adventure begins! Upon arrival, a warm and friendly Doctari Tansania Resein representative will greet you at the airport and escort you to your accommodation in Arusha. Relax, unwind, and soak in the excitement of what’s to come.
Nestled beneath the majestic Mount Meru, Arusha is a lively gateway to Tanzania’s iconic safaris, brimming with culture, charm, and scenic beauty. It is the perfect place to kick off your unforgettable journey into the heart of East Africa!
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Gran Meliá Arusha
- 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. This morning, you will drive to Tarangire National Park, which is approximately a two-and-a-half-hour journey on good tarmac roads. The park is named after the Tarangire River, the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the Dry season. Known for its large elephant herds, the park offers great opportunities to observe these magnificent animals congregating by the river. Additionally, you may encounter giraffes, bushbuck, and hartebeest, with various predators such as lions and leopards often in the vicinity. Tarangire is also home to the highest diversity of bird species anywhere on the planet. You will find ancient baobab trees throughout the park, some of which are believed to be over a thousand years old. A picnic lunch will be served at a designated site inside the park.
After your game drive, you will transit to your accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Manyara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will start with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. The word Serengeti originates from the Maasai tribe, and the word “Siringiti” means endless plains. The park covers a total area of approximately 14,763 square kilometers with more than 2 million mammals inhabiting the park. The great annual migration involves more than a million wildebeests accompanied by some 250,000 zebras and antelopes and it is one of the 7 wonders of the world. This is exactly what makes this park the most famous park.
Lunch will be served at a picnic site and proceed with your game drive in Serengeti before driving straight to your accommodation in the evening for refreshments, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you'll journey from Serengeti to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. As you approach, the crater reveals itself like a hidden gem—an ancient volcanic caldera teeming with life, framed by lush, towering walls. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a breathtaking blend of golden savannahs, tranquil lakes, and acacia-dotted woodlands, shaped by a colossal eruption millions of years ago.
The descent into the crater feels like stepping into a nature documentary. Once on the crater floor, you’ll find yourself surrounded by an astonishing array of wildlife: herds of wildebeest and zebra roam freely, graceful gazelles dart across the plains, and over 500 bird species fill the air with song. With a bit of luck, you might even spot the elusive black rhino grazing in the open grasslands.
After an exhilarating afternoon of close-up wildlife encounters and captivating landscapes, you’ll return to your accommodation for a delicious dinner, carrying with you memories of a truly magical day.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park offering a unique blend of experiences. The park is both narrow (one of the smallest in Africa) and dramatic, with the towering Great Rift Escarpment forming a breathtaking backdrop to the landscape. The park’s namesake, a shallow salt lake, expands and contracts with the seasons, attracting thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and over 500 other bird species. You may encounter baboons and elephants in the lush evergreen forest, and keep your eyes peeled for the famous tree-climbing lions that have made this park legendary.
After a full day of wildlife experiences, you’ll make the drive to either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
