Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at either Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, our airport driver will pick you up and transfer you to the Hotel in Arusha. If time allows, you’ll have the option of a city tour, which includes visits to the renowned Cultural Heritage (Art Gallery), the Tanzanite Experience, and a local market.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel
- Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to Tarangire National Park, known for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Begin your adventure with a morning game drive to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. You’ll break for lunch during the drive, surrounded by the park’s stunning scenery. In the afternoon, continue with a sunset game drive before heading to Elephant’s Springs Camp for an overnight stay, enjoying the luxury and tranquility of this exclusive camp within Tarangire’s natural beauty.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
Elephant’s Springs Camp
- Luxury camp located within Tarangire National Park
- All meals included
Day 3: Full Day in Tarangire National Park
Begin the day with an early morning game drive to explore the varied landscapes and wildlife of Tarangire. Return to Elephant’s Springs Camp for a hot lunch and some relaxation. After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive to see more of the park’s unique ecosystem before heading back to Elephant’s springs Camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
Elephant’s Springs Camp
- Luxury camp located within Tarangire National Park
- All meals included
Day 4: Lake Eyasi (Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Visit)
Depart for Lake Eyasi, where you’ll visit the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, learning about their traditional ways of life, bushcraft, and hunting skills. Continue to Karatu for an overnight stay at The Retreat at Ngorongoro, a luxurious lodge with stunning views.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
The Retreat at Ngorongoro
- Luxury lodge located Outside Ngorongoro gate
- All meals included
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
Scenic drive from Karatu to Serengeti, passing through the picturesque Ngorongoro Highlands. Estimated time of arrival at Serengeti Naabi Hill Gate will be around 2pm. Afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, famous for its wide plains, big cats, and annual wildebeest migration. Overnight at Serengeti Sametu Camp, a premium camp in a remote area of the park.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
Serengeti Sametu Camp
- Luxury tented camp inside Serengeti NP
- All meals included
Day 6: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti on game drives, with chances to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, and a variety of other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking scenery. Return to Serengeti Sametu Camp for another overnight stay. Optional activities, such as a hot air balloon safari at sunrise or a walking safari, can be arranged to enhance your experience.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
Serengeti Sametu Camp
- Luxury tented camp inside Serengeti NP
- All meals included
Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning game drive in Serengeti, then transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at Lion’s Paw Ngorongoro Camp on the crater rim for an evening of relaxation with views over the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Accommodation:
Lion’s Paw Ngorongoro Camp
- Luxury camp on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
- All meals included
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, begin the day with an early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most abundant wildlife areas. This natural wonder spans roughly 260 square kilometers (100 square miles) and is the largest inactive, unfilled volcanic caldera in the world. The crater floor is home to a dense population of wildlife, including endangered black rhinos, elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, and countless bird species.
Spend the day on a game drive, exploring the crater’s diverse ecosystems—from grasslands and acacia forests to freshwater lakes. Break for lunch at a scenic picnic spot, where you can take in the surrounding beauty and maybe even spot hippos in nearby waterholes. After a day of incredible wildlife viewing, return to Lion’s Paw Ngorongoro Camp for a relaxing overnight stay.
Alternatively, you may choose to return to the lodge after the game drive to enjoy a leisurely hotlunch.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
Lion’s Paw Ngorongoro Camp
- Luxury camp on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
- All meals included
Day 9: Empakaai Crater Walking Safari and Return to Arusha
Morning drive to Empakaai Crater for guided walking safari, descending into the crater for close encounters with flamingos, antelope, and spectacular scenery. Later, drive back to Arusha, concluding the safari.
- Main Destination:
- Empakaai Crater
- Accommodation:
- End of tour (No accommodation)
- Breakfast and lunch included
Includes
- Park fees
(For non-residents) - All activities
(Unless labeled as optional) - All accommodation
(Unless listed as upgrade) - A professional driver/guide
- All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional) - All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section) - Drinks
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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