Safari Overview
Safari Highlights
- Wildlife: Daily game drives with opportunities to see the Big Five, the Great Migration (seasonal), and a variety of other wildlife.
- Comfort: Accommodation in luxury lodges and tented camps with full board.
- Culture: Engaging cultural experiences with local tribes, including the Maasai and Hadzabe.
- Guidance: Professional, knowledgeable guides providing insights into the wildlife and culture.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Arrival: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Transfer: Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
- Overnight: Arusha. Rest and prepare for your safari adventure.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
- Morning: Depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours drive).
- Game Drive: Explore the park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
- Wildlife: Look for lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species.
- Overnight: Luxury tented camp or lodge in Tarangire.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
- Morning: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Game Drive: Discover the park’s diverse ecosystems, from dense forests to the alkaline lake.
- Highlights: Tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos.
- Afternoon: Visit a local village for a cultural tour.
- Overnight: Lodge near Lake Manyara.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
- Morning: Depart for the Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 4 hours).
- En Route: Stop at Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Mankind,” for a brief tour.
- Afternoon: Enter the Serengeti and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge.
- Overnight: Luxury tented camp or lodge in the central Serengeti.
Day 5-6: Serengeti National Park
- Full Days: Explore the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.
- Wildlife: Witness the Great Migration (seasonal), spot the Big Five, and enjoy the vast savannah.
- Activities: Optional hot air balloon safari at dawn (additional cost).
- Overnight: Luxury tented camp or lodge in the Serengeti.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater
- Morning: Early game drive in the Serengeti, then depart for Ngorongoro Crater (approx. 3 hours).
- Afternoon: Descend into the crater for a game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Highlights: Dense wildlife populations, including rhinos, lions, and elephants.
- Overnight: Lodge on the crater rim.
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Eyasi
- Morning: Optional crater hike or visit a Maasai village.
- Midday: Drive to Lake Eyasi (approx. 2 hours).
- Afternoon: Meet the Hadzabe tribe and learn about their traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyle.
- Cultural Interaction: Participate in traditional activities and dances.
- Overnight: Tented camp or lodge near Lake Eyasi.
Day 9: Lake Eyasi to Arusha
- Morning: Enjoy a final cultural tour with the Hadzabe tribe.
- Midday: Drive back to Arusha (approx. 4 hours).
- Afternoon: Relax at your hotel or do some last-minute shopping.
- Evening: Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
Safari Includes
- Airport Pickup and Dropoff
- Experienced safari guide
- 24/7 phone support
- All park fees
- Bottled water and soft drinks on safari
- Land Cruiser 4x4 with pop-up roof
Safari Excludes
- Air tickets
- Visa fee
- Meals in hotel (only before & after safari)
- Insurance
- Tips to your safari guide ($30-50 per day)
