Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our representative, who will transfer you to your accommodation at Arusha Mvuli Hotel (or a similar hotel). Take the rest of the day to relax and recover from your flight. This evening will be a good opportunity to prepare for the adventure ahead while soaking in the local ambiance. Dinner is at your leisure.
- Accommodation: Arusha Mvuli Hotel
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha – Ilkidinga Maasai Cultural Tour
After breakfast, you will embark on a fascinating day trip to Ilkidinga Maasai Village, where you’ll be introduced to the traditional Maasai way of life. The Maasai people will demonstrate their famous jumping dances, and you’ll have the chance to explore their homes, which are built from mud, sticks, and dung. You’ll also interact with local schoolchildren. Later, visit the Arusha Museum to learn about the region’s history and cultural significance.
- Accommodation: Arusha Mvuli Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Arusha – Orphanage Visit
After breakfast, you will visit a local orphanage in Arusha, where you’ll engage with children, play sports, and share fun activities like teaching them new games. This experience offers an opportunity to learn about the community and contribute to the children’s well-being. In the evening, return to your hotel for relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Mvuli Hotel
Day 4: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
Enjoy breakfast and depart for Lake Manyara National Park, known for its unique tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife. You’ll take a game drive around the park, exploring its diverse ecosystems, including the forested areas, open savanna, and lake shores. The park is also home to large families of baboons and an abundance of bird species. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed inside the park, followed by an afternoon of more game viewing.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Twiga Campsite
Day 5: Lake Manyara – Lake Eyasi
After breakfast, you will head to Lake Eyasi, where you’ll spend the day learning about the Hadzabe tribe – a small, hunter-gatherer community. The Hadzabe will demonstrate their fire-making skills using traditional methods, and you will accompany them on a hunt with bows and arrows. This immersive cultural experience gives you a rare glimpse into their unique way of life.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Campsite
Day 6: Lake Eyasi – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll leave Lake Eyasi and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the famous Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site where some of the earliest human fossils have been discovered. Continue to the Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and teeming with wildlife. After a game drive, you will settle at Pimbi Campsite for the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Pimbi Campsite
Day 7: Serengeti National Park
Spend the entire day in the Serengeti, where you’ll explore the vast plains in search of the Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes. You’ll also witness the Great Migration of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. Serengeti promises unforgettable game viewing and plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Enjoy dinner at your campsite in the evening and relax under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Pimbi Campsite
Day 8: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, embark on a morning game drive through Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Crater. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the crater is home to a high concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, rhinos, and buffalo. Spend the afternoon exploring this breathtaking caldera, with its rich biodiversity. You’ll enjoy lunch in the crater before heading to your campsite for the night.
- Accommodation: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you’ll depart Ngorongoro for Tarangire National Park, famous for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a morning game drive with a picnic lunch in the park, soaking in the stunning landscapes and watching wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, and lions. Tarangire offers a quieter and more intimate safari experience, but its wildlife and beauty are equally captivating.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kigongoni Campsite
Day 10: Tarangire National Park – Arusha – Departure
On your final day, enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire National Park before returning to the campsite for breakfast. Afterward, you’ll drive back to Arusha for a final lunch and then transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight back home, marking the end of your incredible Tanzanian safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
