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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival - Welcome to Tanzania

Arrival - Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at JRO, you’ll be warmly greeted by our friendly local representative, who will assist you with your luggage and escort you to your hotel. During the short drive, enjoy your first glimpse of Tanzania’s beautiful scenery, with its rolling landscapes, swaying palm trees, and the vibrant life of the city.

Once you arrive at the hotel, take some time to settle in, relax, and recover for your safari. Take a refreshing shower, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as you prepare for your adventure.

If time allows, you can stroll around the nearby town, interact with locals, or visit a nearby market to experience the colorful sights and sounds of Tanzanian daily life. In the evening, enjoy a warm dinner and a comfortable night’s rest as you prepare for the exciting days ahead filled with exploration, culture, and natural beauty.

🏨 Accommodation: Greenside Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Lunch & Dinner (optional, depending on arrival time)
🚐 Transfer: Airport → Hotel Free of charge.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Greenside Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha – Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Arusha – Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After an early breakfast, depart from Arusha and enjoy a scenic drive toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. This vast volcanic caldera is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, zebras, buffaloes, and even the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a thrilling game drive across the crater floor, where lush grasslands and shimmering lakes attract countless animals and birds.
In the afternoon, continue your journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife reserve. Along the way, marvel at the endless plains and perhaps spot animals migrating across the savannah. Where you’ll enjoy a warm dinner and relax under a sky filled with countless stars.

🏨 Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🚐 Transfer: Arusha → Ngorongoro → Serengeti.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sound of Silence Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full Game driving in Serengeti – Tracking the Great Migration

Full Game driving in Serengeti – Tracking the Great Migration

Rise early to the sounds of the African wilderness and prepare for an unforgettable day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in search of the Great Wildebeest Migration, one of nature’s most spectacular events.

Witness thousands of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles moving across the vast Savannah in search of fresh grazing land, closely followed by predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your afternoon game drive, exploring different areas of the Serengeti as the sun begins to set. Return to your lodge or camp in the evening to relax, share stories of the day’s adventures, and enjoy a hearty dinner under the star-studded African sky.

🏨 Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🚙 Activities: Full-day game drive, Great Migration tracking.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Accommodation:
Sound of Silence Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game Driv

Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game Driv

Awake to the golden light of dawn spreading over the Serengeti plains — a perfect time to head out for an early morning game drive when predators are most active. The cool morning hours provide excellent opportunities to spot lions on the hunt, cheetahs scanning the horizon, and elephants grazing peacefully with the rising sun in the background.

Return to the lodge or camp for a late breakfast and a bit of relaxation. Later, venture out again for an afternoon game drive, exploring new regions of the park. Depending on the season, you may encounter massive herds of wildebeests.

The Serengeti’s landscapes are as mesmerizing as its wildlife — from vast open grasslands to rocky outcrops known as kopjes, where lions often bask in the sun. As the day comes to an end, watch the sun set in a blaze of color over the savannah, creating unforgettable memories.

🏨 Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🚙 Activities: Morning and afternoon game drives.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Sound of Silence Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti – Morning Game Drive & Return to Karatu

Serengeti – Morning Game Drive & Return to Karatu

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking advantage of the cool, quiet hours when wildlife is most active. The soft morning light offers a perfect opportunity to spot predators finishing their night’s hunt and to capture breathtaking photos of the sunrise over the Savannah.

After breakfast at the lodge, begin your journey back toward Karatu, passing once more through the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, enjoy the ever-changing views — from wide open plains to lush forests and small villages that reflect Tanzania’s vibrant rural life.

Arrive in Karatu by afternoon and check in at your lodge. Spend the evening at leisure, relaxing after the long drive. You may choose to enjoy a refreshing drink on the terrace, take a short walk around the property, or simply unwind as you reflect on your Serengeti adventures.

🏨 Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🚐 Transfer: Serengeti → Karatu.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Karatu – Lake Manyara National Park – Tarangire

Karatu – Lake Manyara National Park – Tarangire

After an early breakfast, depart from Karatu and drive to the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. This picturesque park is famous for its diverse ecosystems, from lush groundwater forests and open grasslands to the sparkling shores of the alkaline lake.

As you explore, keep an eye out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants, giraffes, zebras, and the dazzling flocks of pink flamingos that gather along the lake shore. The park is also home to hundreds of bird species, making it a paradise for bird lovers.

Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park before continuing your journey to Tarangire, arriving by late afternoon. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax for the evening. Surrounded by the peaceful bush atmosphere, you may spot wildlife wandering nearby as you enjoy dinner and a restful night.

🏨 Accommodation: Tembo Tarangire Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🚐 Transfer: Karatu → Lake Manyara → Tarangire.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tembo Tarangire Lodge & Camp
  • Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Tarangire National Park – Departure

Tarangire National Park – Departure

Rise early for a morning game drive in the stunning Tarangire National Park, a landscape dotted with ancient baobab trees and home to one of Tanzania’s largest elephant populations. The park is alive with wildlife in the cool morning hours — watch as herds of elephants gather near the Tarangire River, lions bask in the sun, and graceful giraffes browse among the acacia trees.

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before continuing your exploration of the park’s open plains and river valleys, where you may also spot wildebeests, zebras, and a variety of colorful bird life.

By late afternoon, begin your drive back toward Arusha (or directly to the airport) for your onward your departure. Take with you wonderful memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife encounters, and the warm hospitality that makes this journey unforgettable.

🏨 Accommodation: — (End of Tour)
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
🚐 Transfer: Tarangire → Airport.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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