Arrival Day: Karibu Tanzania!: Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport - Arusha lodge
Your journey begins with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport. Meet your personal guide and enjoy a scenic drive through the green outskirts of Arusha to your peaceful lodge (45 km / ~50 min). Take the afternoon to relax by the pool, breathe in the fresh highland air, and ease into the rhythm of Africa.
Breakfast
Forest Hill Carnival hotel
Day 1: Into the Wild – Tarangire National Park
Wake up to birdsong and sunshine. After breakfast, drive 125 km (~2.5 hours) to Tarangire—land of baobabs, ancient elephant trails, and golden savannahs. Enjoy a full day of game drives, picnic under acacias, and a short ecology briefing.
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Angata Tarangire camp
Day 2: Lake & Forest – Journey to Lake Manyara
Your next stop: Lake Manyara (95 km / ~2 hrs), nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley. Known for its flamingo-dotted shores, lush groundwater forest, and elusive tree-climbing lions, this compact gem promises surprising biodiversity. Don’t miss a guided walk along the hippo trail.
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Mvuli hotel Ngorongoro
Day 3: Into the Great Plains – Serengeti via Ngorongoro
Today, traverse the Ngorongoro Highlands en route to the endless plains of Serengeti (250 km / ~5 hrs). Stop at the crater rim for breathtaking views or an optional visit to a Maasai village or the Olduvai Gorge. By afternoon, the wild heart of Africa opens up—welcome to the Serengeti.
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Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Day 4 - 6: Safari Dreams – Three Full Days in the Serengeti
Rise with the sun for dawn patrols and full-day game drives. Depending on the season, follow the thundering herds of the Great Migration or witness lions stalking prey through the grass. Each day is tailored by your guide to maximize sightings—from leopards lounging in acacias to dramatic river crossings.
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Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Day 7: The Highlands Await – Serengeti to Ngorongoro
After a final Serengeti sunrise, drive 150 km (~3 hrs) back into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop for lunch on the way and settle into your lodge perched near the crater rim. Optional guided nature walks or cultural visits are available before sunset.
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Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp
Day 8: Crater of Life – Ngorongoro to Arusha
Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater—Africa’s Eden. Spend the morning on a game drive in this UNESCO-listed caldera with chances to spot all Big Five species. After lunch by a hippo pool, drive 180 km (~3.5 hrs) back to Arusha for your final night.
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Forest Hill Carnival Hotel
Departure: Until Next Time
Savor a final breakfast under the acacias. If time allows, visit a local artisan shop or unwind before your transfer to the airport (45 km / ~50 min). A packed breakfast can be arranged for early departures.
