Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Accommodation: Mvuli HotelUpon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania's famous northern safari circuit. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy views of Mount Meru and the peaceful surroundings of this vibrant safari town. Relax at your lodge and prepare for the exciting adventure ahead.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Marera Valley LodgeAfter breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its majestic baobab trees and one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania. Enjoy an exciting game drive through diverse landscapes where elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and numerous bird species roam freely. The Tarangire River serves as a vital water source, attracting abundant wildlife throughout the year and creating exceptional game-viewing opportunities.
Day 3: Hadzabe Cultural Experience
Accommodation: Karatu VillaAfter breakfast, travel to Lake Eyasi for a unique cultural experience with the Hadzabe people, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer communities in Africa. Learn about their traditional lifestyle, ancient hunting techniques, and deep connection with nature while gaining insight into a way of life that has remained largely unchanged for generations.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater to Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Mbuni Tented LodgeDescend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, often called Africa's Garden of Eden. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, offering excellent chances to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. After an unforgettable game drive on the crater floor, continue to the legendary Serengeti National Park, where endless plains stretch as far as the eye can see.
Day 5: Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Friends CampEnjoy a scenic game drive through the heart of Serengeti as you journey northward. Along the way, encounter large herds of grazing animals, elegant giraffes, playful zebras, and predators resting on rocky kopjes. The changing landscapes of Northern Serengeti reveal rolling hills, riverine forests, and some of the most wildlife-rich habitats in East Africa, creating an unforgettable safari experience.
Day 6: Full Day Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Friends CampSpend a full day exploring the remote wilderness of Northern Serengeti, famous for its spectacular wildlife encounters and seasonal Great Migration. Depending on the time of year, witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras moving across the plains and navigating the dramatic Mara River crossings. The region is also home to healthy populations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and a rich variety of birdlife, making every game drive unique and rewarding.
Day 7: Departure at Kogatende Airstrip
End of SafariAfter breakfast, collect all your luggage and packed lunches for a morning game drive en route to Kogatende Airstrip. Board your scheduled bush flight out of the Serengeti ecosystem, bringing your unforgettable Tanzania expedition to a premium and memorable close.