Tanzania-8-days: adventure-wildlife-migration

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel in Arusha, a vibrant gateway city nestled at the base of Mount Meru. Known as the safari capital of Tanzania, Arusha boasts a charming blend of bustling markets, cultural heritage, and stunning views of nearby mountain landscapes. The town offers an excellent mix of traditional and modern experiences, from its lively Maasai markets to its coffee plantations and art galleries.

After checking into your hotel, you can unwind and enjoy the serene surroundings in preparation for your adventure ahead. Spend the day at leisure. For dining, Arusha offers a variety of restaurant options, from local Tanzanian dishes to international cuisine—personalised recommendations can be provided upon request to suit your taste.

Meals Included: None

After an early breakfast, check out and embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, a wildlife haven renowned for its majestic landscapes and diverse ecosystems. Famous for housing the largest herds of elephants in the world, this park offers a unique opportunity to witness these gentle giants roaming freely among ancient baobab trees.

The park’s expansive savannahs and river valleys are also home to a variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, wildebeest, and over 550 species of birds, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.

During your game drive, explore the park’s winding trails and spot animals near the life-sustaining Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife year-round. Lunchboxes will be provided for a delightful picnic amidst nature. As the day winds down, journey to your lodge or camp, where you can unwind with breathtaking sunset views, followed by a delicious dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the African wilderness.

Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After breakfast, check out from your accommodation and embark on an exciting journey to the Central Serengeti, traveling via the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The Central Serengeti, known as the Seronera region, is a vibrant hub of wildlife activity, famed for its year-round game viewing. Its vast grasslands, dotted with acacia trees and rocky outcrops, create a stunning backdrop for spotting diverse animals, including lions, leopards, elephants, and herds of wildebeest and zebras. As you drive through this iconic landscape, enjoy a thrilling game drive along the way, with opportunities to witness predators in action or marvel at the region's rich birdlife. A delicious lunchbox will be provided at a scenic picnic spot, allowing you to relax and soak in the wild surroundings. In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive at your lodge or camp in time to enjoy a magnificent sunset, followed by a sumptuous dinner and a restful overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend the day exploring the expansive Serengeti plains on a thrilling game drive, soaking in the diverse flora and fauna that make this region so unique. Lunchboxes will be provided for a delightful picnic amidst the wilderness. As the day winds down, return to your lodge or camp to enjoy a stunning sunset, a delicious dinner, and a comfortable overnight stay under the African sky.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On this day after breakfast, leave Central Serengeti and enjoy the adventures game viewing en-route to Northern Serengeti. The Northern Serengeti offers a distinct landscape compared to the Central Serengeti. It features rolling hills, valleys, acacia woodlands, and riverine areas, rather than vast open grasslands you find in Central and Southern Serengeti. Renowned for its rugged terrain, dramatic landscapes, and the iconic Mara River. This region is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, offering the chance to witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the river while evading crocodiles and other predators. The area is also home to an abundance of lions, leopards, elephants, and cheetahs, making it a premier destination for game viewing.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This morning after breakfast, step out for an unforgettable day of wildlife and nature. This corner of the Serengeti will be rewarded with gorgeous landscapes of green rolling hills, granite outcrops and acacia woodlands dotting open savanna, incredible wildlife, and most importantly, with massive herds of wildebeest and zebra making dangerous crossing of the croc-infested Mara.

Also experience the majestic Serengeti from the sky with Serengeti Balloon for an additional cost. A Hot Air Balloon Safari across the Serengeti is a once in a lifetime adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, check out and embark on a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Crater via the Naabi and Seneto gates, entry points known for their breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes and wildlife. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, teeming with diverse wildlife and stunning vistas.

Spend the day enjoying a thrilling game drive in this natural wonder, where you might encounter lions, elephants, rhinos, and countless other species. Lunchboxes will be provided for a delightful picnic amidst the crater’s serene environment.

In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and journey to Karatu, a charming highland settlement renowned for its lush greenery, coffee plantations, and warm local culture. Arrive at your lodge in time to enjoy a vibrant sunset, followed by a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After enjoying a delightful breakfast on the final day at your accommodation, bid “Kwaheri” or good-bye to Serengeti and we drive to Kilimanjaro airport to connect to your international flight home.

Meals included: Breakfast