At 08:00 AM, your driver-guide will warmly welcome you at Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport with chilled water before transferring you to your lodge in Arusha. You’ll check in by 09:30 AM and have the rest of the morning and afternoon to relax, unwind by the pool, or stroll through the gardens. At 05:30 PM, enjoy a casual sundowner with light snacks and a safari briefing. Dinner is at 07:00 PM at your lodge's restaurant (on your own account). Overnight at Arusha lodge.
Breakfast
Forest Hill Hotel
Day 1: Arusha - Tarangire NP
Start with sunrise tea at 06:30 AM followed by breakfast at 07:00 AM. At 08:00 AM, depart Arusha with boxed lunches and bottled water for Tarangire. Arrive for a morning game drive between 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM, viewing elephants, lions, zebras, and birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree from 1:00–2:00 PM, then continue with an afternoon game drive and an educational talk on water ecology until 4:30 PM. Arrive at your camp by 5:30 PM for a refreshing welcome, enjoy tea and snacks at sunset by 6:30 PM, and finish the day with a three-course dinner at 7:30 PM. Overnight at Tarangire camp.
Full board
Mvuli Lodge Ngorongoro
Day 2: Tarangire - Serengeti via Ngorongoro CA
At 06:30 AM, enjoy tea and a briefing, followed by breakfast and lunch prep at 07:00 AM. Depart for Ngorongoro rim at 07:00 AM, arriving around 10:00 AM. From 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, descend into the crater for a game drive, spotting rhinos, hippos, and flamingos. Enjoy a lakeside picnic from 12:30–1:30 PM, then transfer to Serengeti via a 1¾-hour drive. From 3:00–5:30 PM, enjoy an afternoon game drive before checking into camp at 6:00 PM with a welcome drink and towels. Sunset sundowner at 6:30 PM and dinner under the stars at 7:30 PM. Overnight at Serengeti camp.
Full board
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Day 3: Central Serengeti – Full-Day Big Cat Safari
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before setting out on a full-day safari across the Central Serengeti, famed for its lion prides, leopards in trees, and sweeping savannahs. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the Seronera River and continue your exploration into the afternoon. Return to camp in the evening for relaxation and dinner under the stars.
Full board
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Day 4: Central Serengeti – Predator & Plains Exploration
After early morning tea, embark on another thrilling game drive focused on predator-prey interactions and the plains wildlife. Today’s route explores different parts of the region to capture varied terrain and sightings. Pause for a picnic lunch beneath an acacia tree before continuing into the afternoon.
Depart early with breakfast and drive through the Serengeti’s golden plains en route to Ngorongoro. By mid-morning, descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive. Spot black rhinos, hippos, and flocks of flamingos at the crater lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, then ascend to the rim for check-in and a restful evening at the lodge.
Full board
Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Transfer to Karatu
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with sweeping views over the crater. Optional short walk or visit to a nearby viewpoint. Midday transfer to Karatu with lunch along the way. Arrive at your cozy lodge for check-in and a final evening in Tanzania’s highlands..
Full Board
Mvuli lodge Ngorongoro
Day 7: Fly to Zanzibar
Breakfast is served between 07:00–08:00 AM, followed by checkout. At 08:00 AM, transfer to the airport for your 10:00 AM flight to Zanzibar. Arrive by 11:00 AM and transfer to your resort, checking in around 12:00 PM. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the beach or pool. Dinner is at 7:00 PM. Overnight at Zanzibar resort.
Full Board
Paradise Beach Resort
Day 8 - 9: Zanzibar beach leisure
Each day starts with breakfast at 07:30 AM, followed by a full day (8:30 AM–5:00 PM) to enjoy white sand beaches, optional dhow cruises, snorkeling, or exploring Jozani Forest. Return to the resort for dinner at 7:00 PM. Overnights at Zanzibar resort.
Full Board
Paradise Beach Resort
Day 10: Stone Town & Spice Farm
After breakfast at 07:30 AM, transfer at 08:30 AM to Stone Town. From 09:00–11:30 AM, explore historic sites and local markets. At 11:30 AM, transfer to a spice plantation for a tour and tasting experience, with lunch included. Return to the resort by 2:45 PM. Enjoy a farewell dinner at 7:00 PM. Overnight at Zanzibar resort.
Breakfast & Dinner
Paradise Beach Resort
Departure: Leisure morning
Enjoy a leisurely morning for a final swim or spa session. At 11:00 AM, transfer to the airport. A packed breakfast is available upon request.
