The Great Adventure Africa

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival, Meet and greet Arusha

Arrival, Meet and greet Arusha

Upon your arrival at the airport, we will meet and transfer you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to take an optional tour of Arusha city—a great way to get a first glimpse of Tanzania and get ready for the adventure ahead. In the evening, we’ll provide a detailed briefing about the upcoming days of your tour. If time allows, you can also enjoy an optional short hike to Kilima Moto for a stunning sunset view.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

We'll pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 AM and drive two hours to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a thrilling game drive with chances to see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and maybe even lions or leopards. We'll stop for a picnic lunch by the river—watch out for cheeky monkeys! After more wildlife viewing, we’ll leave the park around 5:30 PM and head to Lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we’ll set out on a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, a journey of about 6 hours with several stops along the way. As we pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, we'll take a short break at the crater viewpoint to admire its stunning beauty. You also have the option to visit a traditional Masai Village for a glimpse into their unique culture and way of life.
Serengeti National Park
We’ll arrive in the Serengeti by late afternoon and begin a game drive in the Seronera region, the heart of the park. As we explore into the early evening, you'll witness the magic of a Serengeti sunset and possibly spot wildlife in action—maybe even a predator on the hunt. We’ll then head to Serengeti Classic view Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Serengeti Classic View Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Northern Serengeti National Park

Northern Serengeti National Park

Today, we explore the broader parts of the Serengeti as we travel northwest and we follow the wildlife movements.
After an early breakfast, we depart on a morning game drive carrying a picnic lunch. The game drive will focus on the Mara River and hopefully see herds of the migration animals as they cross the river. We continue our game drive until the evening, when we return to Camp for dinner and our overnight stay. Animals can be spotted at the camp.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti North Wilderness Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Today, we travel west and return to the Mara River. Here, we will see formations of wildebeest as they gather and prepare to cross the Mara River. Hopefully, we will see the start of the migration!
After an early breakfast, we will depart for the game drive, have lunch, and continue the game drive until the evening. Finally, we will return to Serengeti North Wilderness Camp.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti North Wilderness Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Seronera, Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, we will go on a game drive south of Serengeti toward Seronera. Eventually, we will exit the Serengeti in the late afternoon, heading to lodge. The lodge is located on the crater rim and has a spectacular view of the crater. The drive to the Ngorongoro Crater takes about 2 hours.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha Region
After an early breakfast, we will descend into the crater at 6:15am. The journey aims to find the black rhino. Rhinos are the hardest to spot in this beautiful crater. However, most animals will be easier to spot on the crater floor.
After lunch, we will do a game drive, ascend the crater, and return to the lodge. Upon arrival, we will pack up and depart for Arusha Farm House Lodge in Arusha.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Materuni Waterfall

Materuni Waterfall

After breakfast, we’ll head to Materuni Waterfalls for a scenic two-hour hike. Along the way, enjoy lush greenery, stunning landscapes, and the breathtaking waterfall itself. Afterward, we’ll visit a local coffee farm to experience traditional coffee-making and enjoy a delicious lunch. From there, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your departure.

Main Destination:
Moshi (Town)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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