7-Day Essence of Tanzania - Safari & Waterfall Escape

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

Arrival & Arusha National Park Exploration

Upon arrival in Arusha, your adventure begins with a visit to Arusha National Park — a gem tucked between Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro. Though small, the park is incredibly diverse, with forests full of black-and-white colobus monkeys, open grasslands, and scenic crater lakes. If the skies are clear, you might even catch glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. A gentle game drive here sets a relaxed and picturesque tone for the days ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

The Charity Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobabs

Leave Arusha and travel to Tarangire, one of Tanzania’s most underrated parks. As you enter the park, you're greeted by sweeping views of ancient baobab trees and vast grasslands. Tarangire is especially known for its large herds of elephants and seasonal gatherings of animals around the Tarangire River. Watch as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless birds roam freely through this untamed paradise.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Fanaka Lodge

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Deeper Into Tarangire

Spend a full day immersed in the wild beauty of Tarangire. With more time, you can explore the park’s more remote areas, where predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs are often spotted. Keep your binoculars ready for the hundreds of bird species that call this park home. The tranquility and space of Tarangire make it a perfect place to slow down and truly connect with nature.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Accommodation:

Fanaka Lodge

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Journey to the Serengeti

After breakfast, set out for the legendary Serengeti. The drive itself offers changing landscapes — from lush highlands to flat, golden plains. Once inside the park, the vastness of the Serengeti quickly unfolds, with acacia-dotted horizons and herds of wildebeest and zebras stretching far into the distance. This is Africa at its most iconic, and the wildlife sightings begin almost immediately.

Main Destination:

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park

Wake up to the sounds of the wild and head out for morning and afternoon game drives across the Serengeti. Lions bask on rocky kopjes, cheetahs scan the plains, and elephants move gracefully through the grasslands. Depending on the season, you may witness part of the Great Migration or catch thrilling predator action. The ever-changing skies and light create a photographer’s dream.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Final Serengeti Game Drive

Enjoy a final morning drive in Serengeti as the animals begin their day. After a relaxed brunch, begin your journey out of the park. The drive is another chance to take in the wildlife and beautiful scenery. You'll continue toward the Arusha region in preparation for your final adventure the next day.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

The Charity Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour

Conclude your trip with a refreshing visit to Materuni, a peaceful village nestled at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. Take a gentle hike through green hills and banana farms to reach the stunning Materuni Waterfalls, which cascade over 80 meters into a lush gorge. Later, enjoy a local coffee tour where you’ll see how beans are grown, roasted, and brewed — and of course, taste a fresh cup. It’s a relaxing and culturally rich way to end your journey.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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