Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha, where your adventure begins.
Set at the base of Mount Meru, Arusha offers a vibrant introduction to Tanzania with its mix of culture, natural beauty, and friendly atmosphere. Take time to rest and prepare for the exciting journey ahead
Main Destination: Arusha (City)
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha (Luxury Hotel)
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately two and a half hours. The park is renowned for its large herds of elephants and ancient baobab trees that dominate the landscape. The Tarangire River serves as the main water source during the dry season, attracting a wide variety of animals including lions, leopards, giraffes, and countless bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your game drive. In the evening, head to your luxurious tented lodge to relax and enjoy dinner.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Maramboi Tented Lodge (Luxury Tented Camp)
Meals and Drinks: All meals included; all drinks except spirits or liquor
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Though small, the park offers stunning scenery and incredible biodiversity. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara is home to elephants, hippos, giraffes, and the famous tree climbing lions. You will enjoy both a game drive and a guided walking safari, providing a unique opportunity to experience wildlife from a different perspective. Later in the day, travel to Karatu for an evening of comfort and relaxation at your lodge.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Gibb’s Farm (Luxury Lodge)
Meals and Drinks: All meals included; all drinks except spirits or liquor
After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area on your way to Serengeti National Park. Stop briefly to admire the breathtaking view of the Ngorongoro Crater before proceeding to the wide open plains of the Serengeti. This world famous park is known for its abundant wildlife and the annual Great Migration, one of the most remarkable natural spectacles on Earth. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route and arrive at your camp in time for dinner under the African sky.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp (Luxury Tented Camp)
Meals and Drinks: All meals included; all drinks except spirits or liquor
Spend the day exploring the Serengeti, where vast grasslands stretch endlessly and wildlife thrives in its natural habitat. Witness herds of elephants, buffaloes, and zebras, and keep an eye out for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. You can choose to enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or spend a full day on safari with a picnic lunch in the bush. Every moment in the Serengeti offers new sights and unforgettable memories.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp (Luxury Tented Camp)
Meals and Drinks: All meals included; all drinks except spirits or liquor
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most stunning natural wonders. The crater was formed by a massive volcanic eruption millions of years ago and is now home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. As you descend to the crater floor, you may encounter elephants, zebras, lions, and possibly the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this magnificent setting before returning to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and relaxation.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Gibb’s Farm (Luxury Lodge)
Meals and Drinks: All meals included; all drinks except spirits or liquor
After breakfast, you will be driven to Arusha or directly to the airport, depending on your travel plans. This marks the end of your Tanzanian safari adventure filled with wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and lasting memories.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Meals and Drinks: Breakfast and lunch included; dinner and drinks not included
This itinerary offers exceptional game viewing across four distinct ecosystems, with high chances of seeing the Big Five. Key highlights include the elephant herds of Tarangire, the tree climbing lions of Lake Manyara, the Great Migration in the Serengeti, and the dense wildlife concentration, including black rhino, in the Ngorongoro Crater.
The dry season from June to October offers the best general wildlife viewing. The timing of the Great Migration in the Serengeti varies, but this period often provides excellent opportunities to witness it.
