A 5-day private safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara. Full-board accommodation, a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and an experienced English-speaking guide throughout. Departs from Arusha and is quoted for your own dates and group size.
Transfer Airport – Arusha town: 1 hour. After arrival our transfer guide will meet and welcome you, then pick you up at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and overnight. Before reaching the hotel if time allows feel free to explore Arusha city with our guide for free. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is known as the safari capital of northern Tanzania. The city serves as a perfect base for exploring the stunning surrounding landscapes, including the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks. Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel – 4 Stars Hotel. When Kibo Palace Hotel opened its doors in 2006, it brought a breath of fresh air and set the pace in hotel standards offering fine cuisine and highest level of professionalism in Arusha. Since then, it has been recognized in various forums. The hotel has hosted important events and continues to accommodate international, regional and local dignitaries, politicians and renowned businessmen and women as well as those coming to visit our beautiful parks. We are very proud of our hotel both for it’s beautiful architectural design, ambiance and the service we provide to match. Meal basis: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.
Transfer Arusha – Tarangire: 2 hours. We begin this day with an early pick-up from your hotel in Arusha and start a scenic drive toward Tarangire National Park while carrying packed lunch boxes, we’ll dive straight into the adventure with exciting game drives through stunning landscapes filled with wildlife and iconic baobab trees. Later in the afternoon, we transfer to Karatu for a delicious dinner and overnight stay. Tarangire National Park is a place of pure African romance, where sweeping golden plains meet the gentle curves of the Tarangire River and herds of elephants wander gracefully among towering baobab trees. Here, every moment feels alive lions may be seen stalking their prey, leopards lounging elegantly in the trees, and graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and impalas painting the landscape with motion and life. As the sun sets, the air fills with a warm glow, leading you to your cozy lodge for a delicious dinner, peaceful relaxation, and the soothing whispers of the African night. Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge – Mid range. Marera Valley Lodge is located between Karatu Town and Rohia Village and to the main road to Ngorongoro and Serengeti. Meal basis: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch.
Transfer Ngorongoro - Serengeti: 2 hours. After enjoying breakfast, we depart for the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive inside this natural wonder, carrying packed lunch boxes for a relaxed meal in the wild. After exploring the crater’s beautiful landscapes and incredible wildlife, we continue our journey toward the Serengeti, arriving at the camp for a delightful dinner and a peaceful overnight stay under the African sky. Ngorongoro Crater is a true jewel of Northern Tanzania, famed for its dramatic landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. Encircled by towering highlands, this UNESCO World Heritage site is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, a natural amphitheatre teeming with life. Lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and rhinos roam its fertile plains, while flamingos may grace the crater’s soda lakes. With its stunning scenery and rich biodiversity, Ngorongoro offers a magical finale to any safari adventure. Accommodation: Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp – Mid range. With an idyllic location in the middle of the wilderness, Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp rests in Central Serengeti, 30 min drive from Seronera airstrip. The camp is situated near the mighty Orangi river, which means wildlife walk through the camp frequently. Meal basis: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch.
Transfer Serengeti – Karatu: 3 hours. Today wake up early and enjoy magic game drives in Central Serengeti Park, then in the afternoon departure to Karatu for overnight at the accommodation located near Ngorongoro. This gives you a chance to depart and descend inside the Crater next day in early morning and see many animals when they are still more active. The Serengeti is famous for its large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes that move across the plains. As you explore, get ready to see resident predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, each playing an important part in fulfilling their daily natural circle of life. Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge. Marera Valley Lodge is located between Karatu Town and Rohia Village and to the main road to Ngorongoro and Serengeti. Meal basis: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch.
Transfer to Airport – For your international flight. After breakfast, depart for a short and scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch boxes for your day’s adventure. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park’s rich habitats, from dense forests to open grasslands, and along the shimmering lake shores. Later in the afternoon, we will transfer you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward journey. The Lake Manyara is a paradise of contrasts and natural charm where emerald forests meet glistening waters and wildlife thrives in abundance. The park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions resting elegantly on acacia branches and its playful colonies of baboons that greet you at nearly every turn. Along the lake’s edge, flocks of flamingos paint the horizon pink, while elephants, giraffes, hippos, and zebras roam freely beneath the lush canopy. It’s a serene and magical setting, the perfect finale to your unforgettable safari adventure. Meal basis: Breakfast and Lunch.
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This is a 5-day, 4-night private safari starting and ending in Arusha. Pick-up from your Arusha hotel or from Kilimanjaro International Airport is included, and we drop you back at the airport for your onward flight.
It is private. You have exclusive use of a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof and your own English-speaking guide, so the pace and the stops are yours to set.
Park entry fees, all transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, a professional English-speaking guide, full-board accommodation as listed in the itinerary, bottled drinking water during game drives, and all activities shown in the programme.
International flights, Tanzania visa, travel insurance, alcoholic and soft drinks at the lodges, laundry, tipping and personal expenses. Optional extras such as a hot air balloon ride, walking safari, night game drive or cultural visit can be arranged at additional cost.
June to October is the main dry season and the easiest time for game viewing. January to March is also excellent, with calving on the southern plains. The parks are open year round and we tailor the routing to the season.
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