Itineraries

**Arusha to Tarangire National Park**

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you'll embark on a journey to Tarangire National Park. Known for its striking baobab trees and impressive herds of elephants, Tarangire offers a unique safari experience. Although smaller in size, the park boasts a rich array of wildlife, with densities rivaling those of Ngorongoro.

During your safari, you'll have the opportunity to explore the park's diverse landscapes, stop to observe and photograph wildlife, and savor a picnic lunch amidst the beauty of the park. After a day of adventure, you'll unwind with dinner and an overnight stay at the Maromboi Tented Lodge.

**Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park**

After breakfast, you'll set out for an exhilarating game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. This compact park is renowned for its diverse wildlife and exceptional bird-watching opportunities, making it a haven for both seasoned and novice bird enthusiasts. One of the park’s unique attractions is its tree-climbing lions, a rare sight that will be a highlight of your day. Additionally, the park boasts large flocks of vibrant pink flamingos near the lake.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park. In the afternoon, you'll return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation. As evening approaches, you'll embark on a night game drive to experience the park’s nocturnal wildlife. Your day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at Escarpment Luxury Lodge.

**Day 3: Lake Manyara to Lake Natron**

After breakfast, you'll embark on a scenic drive to Lake Natron. Leaving behind the paved roads near Mto wa Mbu, your journey will take you along the dramatic slopes of the East African Rift Valley. As you pass through Maasai villages and catch glimpses of the sacred Maasai mountain, Ol Doinyo Lengai, you'll soon arrive at Lake Natron.

Lake Natron is renowned for its strikingly saline waters, which support a unique ecosystem. It serves as a breeding ground for approximately 2.5 million dwarf flamingos, and its vibrant red-brown to purple-violet hues are due to the presence of unicellular algae and bacteria.

Upon arrival, you'll embark on a hike to explore the lake and its surroundings. You'll also visit nearby waterfalls, a serene oasis perfect for a refreshing swim. After a day of exploration, you'll settle in for the night at the African Safari Camp Lake Natron, where you'll enjoy a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay.

**Day 4: Lake Natron to Northern Serengeti National Park**

After an early breakfast, you'll set out on a thrilling drive to the Serengeti National Park. Your journey will take you from the scenic Rift Valley up into the expansive plains of the Serengeti, Tanzania's oldest national park, established in 1951. The Serengeti is the heart of a vast and unique ecosystem, renowned for its incredible biodiversity.

As one of the world's largest natural migration systems, the Serengeti, along with the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Kenya's Maasai Mara, hosts an annual migration of over 1.4 million wildebeest, nearly 300,000 Thomson's gazelles, about 200,000 zebras, and thousands of topis. This migration follows the seasonal rains to greener and more lush pastures.

With approximately 3 million larger mammals, the Serengeti boasts the richest wildlife of any national park globally. During your drive through the park, you'll have the opportunity to witness this spectacular wildlife and diverse landscapes before arriving at your accommodation.

You’ll enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge and will then settle in for dinner and an overnight stay at Lobo Wildlife Lodge.

**Day 5: Northern Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game Drives**

After breakfast, you'll embark on a full day of game drives focused on the dramatic spectacle of the Great Migration in the Mara area of Serengeti National Park. This region is renowned for its high concentrations of resident wildlife, especially in the Wagakuria area, and offers one of the best opportunities to witness the migration.

A key highlight of today’s adventure is the Mara River, where you’ll have the chance to observe the iconic river crossings. The herds of wildebeest and zebra often cross the Mara River in their quest for fresh pastures, moving between the northern Serengeti and the Masai Mara in Kenya. However, the timing of these crossings can be unpredictable and may require a bit of patience and luck.

The landscape here is varied and captivating, featuring kopjes (rocky outcrops), woodlands, riverine vegetation, and expansive open plains. The scenery is reminiscent of Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve, offering both stunning views and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the day.

**Day 6: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti National Park**

After breakfast, you'll depart the camp with your picnic lunch and embark on a game drive that takes you through the Lobo and Mbuzi Mawe areas en route to Central Serengeti National Park. This journey will offer rich wildlife viewing opportunities as you traverse diverse landscapes, searching for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as iconic herbivores like elephants and giraffes.

Your game drive will include a stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch, allowing you to relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings. Following lunch, you'll continue your exploration of the Central Serengeti, a region known for its high concentrations of wildlife and dramatic scenery.

In the evening, you’ll arrive at Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. This camp provides a comfortable and immersive experience, perfectly situated for further wildlife adventures and stargazing in the heart of the Serengeti.

**Day 7: Full-Day Game Drives in Central Serengeti National Park**

Prepare for an exciting day of game driving across Central Serengeti National Park. Depending on the time of year and the movements of the great migration herds, you may witness impressive scenes of wildebeest migrations, along with their accompanying predators, such as lions and hyenas, hunting for an easy meal.

Throughout the day, you’ll have the chance to observe a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birds. The Serengeti’s varied landscapes offer excellent opportunities to spot big cats and other predators as they track their prey.

After a day filled with thrilling wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery, you'll return to Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on the day's adventures and preparing for more exploration in the heart of the Serengeti.

**Day 8: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater**

Start your day with an exhilarating walking safari in the heart of the Serengeti. Accompanied by an armed park ranger, you'll explore the bush on foot, immersing yourself in the wilderness and observing the land where lions, elephants, and giraffes roam. This experience will allow you to closely examine smaller details of the environment, such as animal tracks, droppings, insects, and plants, as well as learn about their medicinal uses.

After your walking safari, you'll return to the lodge for a delicious brunch. Following this, continue your journey with a game drive as you make your way towards Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, you'll check into Rhino Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the next day's adventure in one of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations.

**Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater**

After an early breakfast, you'll embark on a full-day game drive within the Ngorongoro Crater. This unique caldera, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, is home to a diverse array of wildlife including zebras, buffaloes, lions, wildebeest, baboons, elephants, flamingos, ostriches, hippos, and the rare black rhinos. The crater’s stunning scenery, with its vivid colors and shifting clouds, creates an almost surreal experience.

Recognized as one of Africa's Seven Natural Wonders, Ngorongoro Crater offers an unparalleled safari experience. In the late afternoon, you'll return to your accommodation for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on a day spent exploring one of the continent’s most remarkable natural wonders.

**Day 10: Maasai Village Tour and Return to Arusha**

Your day begins with a pickup from your hotel, followed by a scenic drive to the outskirts of a Maasai village. Upon arrival, you'll be warmly welcomed by a knowledgeable local guide who will provide insight into the social and economic aspects of Maasai life.

Engage in various activities that showcase the Maasai way of life, from traditional dances and crafts to learning about their unique customs and daily routines. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes, and don’t hesitate to ask your guide any questions you may have.

After an enriching morning in the Maasai village, you’ll return to Arusha in the afternoon. Your driver will transfer you back to your hotel or to the airport, concluding your memorable journey through Tanzania.

**Important to Know**

- **Solo Travelers**: This tour is not available to solo travelers.

- **Rates**: Rates are per person and do not include international flights to and from your home country.

- **Children**: This tour welcomes children aged 2 years and older.

**Rates Per Person**

| Start Dates | Solo | 2 People Sharing Rooms |

|---------------------|------|-------------------------|

| Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 | n/a | $4,290 |

| Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 | n/a | $4,290 |

| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | n/a | $4,510 |

| Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | n/a | $4,510 |

*Note: "n/a" indicates that this tour is not available for solo travelers.***Included**

- **Park Fees**: All park fees for non-residents.

- **Activities**: All activities as specified in the itinerary (unless labeled as optional).

- **Accommodation**: All lodging as described (unless listed as an upgrade).

- **Professional Driver/Guide**: Services of a qualified and experienced guide.

- **Transportation**: All necessary transportation (unless labeled as optional).

- **Taxes/VAT**: All applicable taxes and VAT.

- **Roundtrip Airport Transfer**: Transfers between the airport and your accommodation.

- **Meals**: All meals as detailed in the day-by-day section.

- **Drinks**: Drinks as specified in the day-by-day section.

**Excluded**

- **International Flights**: Flights to and from your home country.

- **Additional Accommodation**: Any extra nights before or after the tour.

- **Tips**: Recommended tipping guideline of USD $10.00 per person per day.

- **Personal Items**: Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.

- **Government-Imposed Fees**: Any increase in taxes and/or park fees introduced by the government.