6 Days Safari Highlight

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 or hotel.(It is advisable to arrive in Arusha at least the day before the safari departure)

Mid – Range Accommodation: Zawadi House

Mid – Range Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

Luxury Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha

After an early breakfast, your safari adventure begins! You’ll depart from your accommodation and drive approximately 120 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 150 km (roughly 3 hours). Upon arrival, settle in, savor a hearty dinner, and unwind overnight, surrounded by the cool, elevated atmosphere of the highlands.

Budget Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn

Mid – Range Accommodation: Farm of Dream Lodge

Luxury Accommodation: Gibb’s Farm Ngorongoro

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 National 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, you will 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.

Budget Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn

Mid – Range Accommodation: Farm of Dream Lodge

Luxury Accommodation: Gibb’s Farm Ngorongoro

Starts early with a departure to Central Serengeti [approx. 335 km, 7-8 hours driving time, including stops and game drives]. The journey traverses the scenic Crater Highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering glimpses of breathtaking landscapes.  The day is primarily dedicated to game drives and exploration within Central Serengeti.  A packed lunch will be enjoyed en route, with dinner and overnight at your camp, nestled within the heart of the park.

Budget Accommodation: Sound of Nature Tented Camp

Mid – Range Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp

Luxury Accomodation: Serengeti Explorer by Elewana

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.

Budget Accommodation: Sound of Nature Tented Camp

Mid – Range Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp

Luxury Accomodation: Serengeti Explorer by Elewana

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.

End of Itinerary

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• Safari according to the itinerary and Accommodation Prices.
• Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle – 6/7-Seater
• Extended Luxury Vehicle
• Professional English Speaking Guide
• Meals according to the itinerary in Full Board Basis.
• Mineral water
• Accommodation before safari
• All mentioned activities.
• All national park fees and Entry Fees.
• Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari
• Airport Transfers.
• Well maintained Camping equipment (For Budget camping safari).

• Optional activities.
• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Visa and passport fees
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
• Tips to Driver/Guide
• Accommodation after Safari (available on request)