$2,387 to $2,519 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival Day - Overnight at Arusha City
Arrival Day - Overnight at Arusha City
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your driver-guide who will transfer you to your accommodation. After checking in, you will enjoy a delicious dinner and relax before the exciting safari ahead. In the evening, your guide will provide a pre-safari briefing, ensuring you're fully prepared for the adventure that awaits. Dinner and overnight stay will be at your comfortable lodge. (It is advisable to arrive in Arusha at least the day before the safari departure).
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Zawadi House Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha - Tarangire National Park - Crater Highlands (Karatu)
Arusha - Tarangire National Park - Crater Highlands (Karatu)
After an early breakfast, your safari adventure begins! You'll depart from your accommodation and drive approximately 110 km (around 2 hours) to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Spend the day exploring the park's scenic landscapes and enjoying thrilling game drives, with a packed lunch provided to maximize your time in the wild. In the late afternoon, you'll check out of Tarangire and continue your journey, zigzagging up the dramatic Rift Valley wall towards the Crater Highlands. The drive to your lodge in the Crater Highlands covers about 95 km (roughly 1 hr and 30min). Upon arrival, settle in, savor a hearty dinner, and unwind overnight, surrounded by the cool, elevated atmosphere of the highlands.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Crater Highlands - Lake Manyara National Park - Mto wa Mbu Town - Crater Highlands
Crater Highlands - Lake Manyara National Park - Mto wa Mbu Town - Crater Highlands
You will depart early in the morning for a cultural exploration in Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant town known for its rich cultural diversity and local traditions. Here, you will have the opportunity to interact with different ethnic communities, visit local markets, see traditional banana plantations, and learn about local craftsmanship, offering a unique glimpse into the daily life of Tanzanian people. By early afternoon, you will enter Lake Manyara Park for an exciting game drive with a picnic lunch. This beautiful park is famous for its breathtaking scenery, lush groundwater forests, and diverse wildlife. The alkaline Lake Manyara itself attracts thousands of flamingos, while the surrounding park is home to elephants, giraffes, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. As you drive through the park, witness the incredible variety of birdlife and stunning landscapes that make this a must-visit destination. In the late afternoon, drive back to crater highlands for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Crater Highlands (Karatu) - Central Serengeti
Crater Highlands (Karatu) - Central Serengeti
After an early breakfast, you will depart from the Crater Highlands in Karatu and begin your scenic drive towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The journey covers about 170 km and takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, including stops for game viewing along the way. With your packed lunch, enjoy a thrilling en-route game drive as you enter the southern plains and gradually approach the central Serengeti. This region is rich in wildlife all year round, making it perfect for spotting big cats, elephants, and various antelope species. Arrive at your special camp in time for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay under the starry African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sound of Nature Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
You will spend the day exploring the vast and wildlife-rich landscapes of Central Serengeti through further game drives. This region is teeming with diverse wildlife, including large prides of lions, elusive leopards resting in acacia trees, and massive herds of elephants roaming the plains. The Seronera River, a lifeline for many animals, attracts a variety of species, making it a prime location for wildlife viewing. As you traverse the open savannah and rocky outcrops, you will have the chance to witness the daily dramas of the wild, from predator hunts to herds of grazers moving across the plains. After a full day of adventure, you will return to your camp to relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend another night immersed in the serenity of the Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sound of Nature Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha - Kilimanjaro International Airport
Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha - Kilimanjaro International Airport
Begins with an early breakfast and a game drive en route to the Ngorongoro Crater (approx. 180 km, 3-4 hours driving time), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural wonder is a massive caldera, a collapsed volcano, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, often referred to as "Africa's Garden of Eden." The day includes a descent into the crater floor for a unique game drive experience, accompanied by a picnic lunch amidst this breathtaking landscape. Late afternoon sees the ascent back up the crater rim, followed by a drive back to Arusha (approx. 3 hrs. 37 min, 214.5 km) for your international flight onward.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
