Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Into the Wild – Exploring Tarangire National Park
Into the Wild – Exploring Tarangire National Park
It's time to begin your safari. Welcome to Tanzania! After we greet you and provide you with the trip briefing, we'll take you out to help you discover why so many people think Tanzania is the best place in Africa to go on safari.
If you’ve never been to Tarangire (and even if you have) you’re in for a real treat. Tarangire is filled with giants – baobab trees all across the park, as well as elephants, lots of them. But that’s just the beginning. Of the big cats, you’ll probably see lions, and cheetahs and leopards are around, too. And it’s impossible to miss the wildebeest, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes and zebras. Your backdrop for all of this is one of the prettiest in northern Tanzania, with a memorable mix of river woodland, open plains and rolling hills. And some vantage points to take it all in.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Endless Plains – Serengeti Safari Begins
Endless Plains – Serengeti Safari Begins
You won’t find many better national parks in Africa than the Serengeti, which has few rivals when it comes to both the numbers and variety of animals. Track down the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra.
Enjoy the vast horizons that are perfect for spotting predators (especially lions, leopards, cheetahs and spotted hyenas) and their prey (buffaloes, impalas and kongoni), as well as elephants and giraffes. If you’re really lucky you’ll see a hunt, one of the most exhilarating sights anywhere in the wild.
And at every turn, revel in its beauty, with flat-topped acacia trees silhouetted against the setting sun, and so many other classic African safari images.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
The Next Day of an amazing Park
The Next Day of an amazing Park
This morning you will continue with further game drives in the Serengeti, at noon you will leave for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
On your outward journey to the park gate, you will enjoy some more game viewing before you leave the Serengeti National Park in the early afternoon to continue your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
As soon as you reach the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, you will see the giant caldera below a breath-taking view.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro crater the natural wonderland
Ngorongoro crater the natural wonderland
Today you’ll visit Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most beautiful natural sights in Africa, a place where you’ll experience otherworldly beauty with extraordinary wildlife.
Watch as, from above, morning mist rolls up and over the crater rim, and notice how the steep walls suggest a place unlike any other.
Down below on the crater floor, explore a lost world preserved in a state of pristine isolation, one that shelters lions and hyenas, elephants and black rhinos, flamingos and golden jackals.
There are also forests, hippo-filled lakes, a salt pan and hyena dens, and you’ll never lose the sense that you’ve stumbled into a safari theme park where everything’s wild.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Into the jungle canopy and Rift valleys
Into the jungle canopy and Rift valleys
Lake Manyara National Park will allow you to tick off so many unique safari highlights, including many that you just won’t find elsewhere.
Unlike the elephants you’ll see in other parks, Lake Manyara’s inhabit dense forest there’s nothing quite like your experience of an elephant suddenly emerging from behind the nearest tree. Also, you’re just as likely to see lions here draped along a branch high in a tree as down on the ground.
And baboons. Lots of baboons. The views you’ll see here, too, persist in your memory long after you’ve returned home, thanks to the combination of lake, forest and sheer cliffs, all within just a few kilometers.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
The Mountain view of Africa
The Mountain view of Africa
On this day, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring presence of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Start the day with a scenic drive toward the mountain’s lush foothill.
Along the way, learn about the cultural significance of the mountain to the Chagga people, who have lived here for centuries.
This is a peaceful day spent reflecting on the grandeur of the mountain and its surroundings, with opportunities for stunning photos and serene moments before heading on to the next destination.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
The wind relaxation and white sounds
The wind relaxation and white sounds
Your penultimate day takes you to the stunning Materuni Waterfall, located at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro. Begin with a guided trek through lush rainforest, where the sound of rushing water grows louder as you approach the magnificent waterfall.
Surrounded by dense vegetation and coffee plantations, this area is rich in natural beauty and cultural history. Visit a local Chagga village to learn about their coffee production process, from planting the beans to roasting and brewing the perfect cup. Afterward, enjoy the freshest coffee you’ll ever taste.
In the afternoon, head to the serene Kikuletwa Hot Springs, a geothermal oasis nestled under ancient fig trees. Relax and unwind in the warm, crystal-clear waters, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
This perfect combination of adventure, culture, and relaxation provides a beautiful transition before your journey’s end.
- Main Destination:
- Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
