Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your Arusha lodge. Evening briefing and preparation for a nine-day adventure through Tanzania's most extraordinary wildlife landscapes.

Approximate driving time: 1.5 hours to lodge

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

Meals included: Dinner

Begin the circuit in Arusha National Park — a compact but scenically stunning reserve combining the forested slopes of Mount Meru, the Ngurdoto Crater, and the shallow Momela Lakes. Game drives through the park encounter giraffe, zebra, buffalo, colobus monkeys, and flamingos on the lakes, with Mount Kilimanjaro visible across the plains on clear mornings. An optional guided walk with an armed ranger provides a ground-level wildlife experience impossible from a vehicle. Later, return to your accommodation in Arusha for a delectable dinner and a restful overnight stay, concluding your unforgettable day of exploration and adventure.

Approximate driving time: 1 hour to Arusha National park

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Today, you will be picked from your pre-safari lodge in Arusha and begin a thrilling adventure in Lake Manyara National Park full for a day game drive, covering the groundwater forest, floodplains, and lakeshore. The Manyara circuit rewards patient observation — your guide knows where the leopards rest in the fig trees and which areas of the southern woodland the tree-climbing lions favour.  After a day of exploring, drive to Mto Wa Mbu where you will have a Dinner & an overnight stay.

Approximate driving time: 2.5 hours from Arusha to Manyara National park.
Accommodation Name: Manyara Safari Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner.

Journey to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, a vast expanse of savannah teeming with wildlife. Upon entering the park, witness the mesmerizing spectacle of the Great Migration if your visit coincides with this natural phenomenon. Enjoy exhilarating game drives through the Seronera region, renowned for its dense populations of predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. As the golden hues of the African sunset paint the landscape, arrive at your camp where you'll be welcomed with warm hospitality and a sumptuous dinner.

Approximate driving time: 5 hours to Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.

Today, after breakfast at your tented camp, you'll spend your day fully immersed in the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. As the sun rises, embark on a journey to witness the lively wildlife activities. The park's varied habitats host a wide range of animals, from majestic lions to graceful giraffes. With every turn, you'll encounter new wonders, guaranteeing a day packed with breathtaking experiences and picturesque landscapes. After a full day of exploration, you'll return to your camp for dinner and to spend the night, reflecting on the day's adventures.

Accommodation: Mara Migration Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Spend a day immersed in the endless plains of Serengeti National Park at Kogatende. As the sun rises, set out to witness the stirring wildlife activities. The park’s diverse habitats are home to a rich tapestry of animals, from majestic lions to elegant giraffes. Every turn reveals new surprises, ensuring a day filled with awe-inspiring encounters and photogenic landscapes.

Accommodation: Mara Migration Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner.

Another full day in the Serengeti allows for more extensive game viewing and exploration. You may choose to have a picnic lunch in the bush or return to the camp for a hot lunch. Continue with game drives in different parts of the park. Dinner and overnight at your camp.

Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner.

Begin the day with a half-day game drive in the Serengeti, soaking in the breathtaking vistas and encountering a myriad of wildlife species. After lunch, embark on a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Arrive at the crater rim in the late afternoon, where you'll be treated to panoramic views of the expansive caldera below. Settle into your accommodation, where you'll spend the night in anticipation of tomorrow's full-day exploration.

Approximate driving time: 3 hours to Ngorongoro CA
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wilderness Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.

Today, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," for a full day of game drives within this natural amphitheater. Marvel at the abundant wildlife congregating around the crater floor, including the densest population of lions in Africa, elusive black rhinos, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy picnic lunches amidst the stunning scenery, soaking in the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem. In the late afternoon, bid farewell to the crater and embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Arrive at your campsite nestled amidst the baobab-studded landscape, where you'll enjoy a delicious dinner under the starlit sky.

Approximate driving time: 4 hours to Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner

Today, after breakfast, you enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, dive into a thrilling game drive, exploring the park's diverse landscapes of savannah, acacia woodlands, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants ambling amidst the baobabs, as well as lions, leopards, and a myriad of bird species, all thriving in this rich ecosystem. Later, drive to Arusha town or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.

Approximate driving time: 3 hours from Tarangire National Park to the Airport
Accommodation: None
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner