Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Arusha
Upon your arrival at the airport or your hotel in Arusha, your guide will greet you and provide a brief introduction to your safari adventure. You will then be driven to Tulia boutique hotel and spa, where you will spend the night.
Day 2: Journey to Tarangire National Park
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, get ready for a thrilling drive to Tarangire National Park, located in the northern part of Tanzania. This park is renowned for its vast herds of elephants and magnificent baobab trees. Embark on a game drive within Tarangire National Park, where you will have the opportunity to spot a wide array of wildlife, including gazelles, impalas, zebras, waterbucks, and an abundance of bird species. As the day draws to a close, you will marvel at the captivating sunset before being transported to Tarangire Roika Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Full Day Exploring Tarangire National Park
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the lodge before embarking on an exhilarating morning game drive in Tarangire National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for various wildlife species such as elephants, zebras, hartebeests, waterbucks, gazelles, and oryx, among others. In the afternoon, continue your exploration of the park, taking in the breathtaking scenery and searching for more captivating wildlife. Return to Tarangire Roika Lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.
Day 4: Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a satisfying breakfast at the lodge as you prepare for your transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, make a stop at the fascinating Ol Duvai Gorge. Afterward, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, where you will discover the enchanting Lake Magadi at its center. Keep an eye out for a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and the graceful flamingos along the shores of Lake Magadi. As the day comes to a close, soak in the beauty of Ngorongoro and retire to Karatu Tented Lodge for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 5: Journey to Serengeti National Park (Central)
Indulge in a hearty breakfast at the lodge before your guide drives you to Serengeti National Park, also located in the northern part of Tanzania. Here, you will have the opportunity to spot the famous "big five" wildlife species, including elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalos, during your thrilling safari adventure. After arriving at your lodge, savor a delicious lunch and then embark on an evening game drive to witness the awe-inspiring wildlife, such as zebras, lions, buffalos, elephants, giraffes, elands, impalas, and antelopes. Retire for the night and enjoy dinner at Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp.
Days 6 and 7: Full Days Exploring Serengeti National Park
Begin your days with a delightful breakfast at your lodge in Serengeti National Park, preparing you for an eventful morning game drive. During this time, observe a diverse range of wildlife species that are particularly active in the mornings, grazing and wandering through the park's open savannah. After the morning drive, relish a scrumptious lunch before embarking on another exhilarating game drive. Witness the abundant wildlife grazing on the savannah, including elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, impalas, gazelles, buffalos, elands, antelopes, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos. Each evening, enjoy dinner and a peaceful overnight stay at Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp.
Day 8: Journey to Western Serengeti
After a delightful breakfast at the lodge, your guide will transport you from the central part of Serengeti National Park to the captivating western region. Along the way, enjoy sightings of wildlife roaming the vast savannah plains and take in the breathtaking views of the endless plains. Indulge in a picnic lunch amidst the wilderness, immersing yourself in more thrilling wildlife adventures. As the day comes to a close, your guide will drive you to Mbalageti Serengeti Lodge, where you will enjoy dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Days 9 and 10: Exploration of Western Serengeti
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the western part of Serengeti National Park during two full days of adventure. Embark on morning and afternoon game drives, searching for an array of wildlife species, including wildebeests, elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, impalas, and waterbucks. If the timing aligns with the great migration, you may witness this awe-inspiring natural phenomenon. Return to Mbalageti Serengeti Lodge for dinner and restful overnight stays.
Day 11: Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, prepare for a scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park. This park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, and its unique feature is that a significant portion of the park is covered by water. Enjoy picturesque views of the Rift Valley escarpment during your safari in this remarkable national park. Upon arrival at your lodge, savor a delicious lunch before embarking on a game drive to spot giraffes, elephants, impalas, hippos, and other wildlife species. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be provided at Twiga Lodge.
Day 12: Canopy Walk and Game Drives
Indulge in a tasty breakfast at the lodge before embarking on an exhilarating canopy walk experience in Lake Manyara National Park. Walk along the suspended bridge, approximately 18 meters above the ground, and immerse yourself in the stunning views of the park. After lunch, continue your adventure with a game drive, exploring more of the park's attractions and wildlife. Return to Twiga Lodge for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 13: Morning and Night Game Drives
After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in search of Lake Manyara National Park's famous tree-climbing lions. Explore the savannah plains while observing elephants and other remarkable wildlife species. Enjoy lunch and partake in another game drive to encounter more captivating wildlife. Return to the lodge to freshen up before engaging in a night game drive, offering a unique opportunity to witness nocturnal wildlife. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at Twiga Lodge.
Day 14: Drive to Arusha National Park
Following breakfast at the lodge, your guide will drive you to Arusha. Check-in at your hotel and prepare for a game viewing experience in Arusha National Park. Enjoy sightings of waterfalls, spot wildlife species, and observe a variety of bird species as you explore the park's stunning landscapes. After the tour, return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay at Tulia Boutique Hotel and Spa.
Day 15: Departure
Savor a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Arusha as you prepare for your drive to the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure.