Day 1; Arrival at Arusha Airport & Overnight in Arusha;
Following your arrival at Arusha Airport, our guide extends a cordial “Jambo welcome to Tanzania!” greeting to you. After that, you will have a private transfer directly to your recommended hotel as per itinerary, where you can unwind and get ready for the next day while savoring dinner and adjusting to the African atmosphere get relaxed you are at the right place, if time permits a town tour of Arusha can be arranged for extra charges ranging from 20$ since it is served as an optional activity. Arusha as a safari hub is renowned with attractive scenery ranging from the picturesque of the Mountain Meru and the free outstanding Mountain in Africa the great Mountain Kilimanjaro, on a city tour you can bear a chance to take a view of these mountains depending on the weather on a clear sky day, you may also choose to go for a city tour using local transport famously known as “daladala” or “bajaji” it’s a pleasure blending nature and culture, for dinner you can get yourself involved with the locals share some local dishes in local restaurants as well, if your wish to go for a city tour kindly get in touch with your guide for prior preparations.
Accommodation; Arusha Planet Lodge.
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Depending on arrival).
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park,
It’s a new bright day following this majestic adventure through the Northern circuit, a rise and shine, you will adhere to your personal hygiene before you go for a warm and delightful breakfast once in a lifetime served directly from your hotel’s restaurant. Shortly after breakfast, it’s a short briefing for a day program, normally from your safari guide, then after you will depart for a full day game drive at Tarangire National Park approximately 2 hours tarmac road drive from Arusha which is equal to 120km with the ration of 60km/hr. Known as Tanzania’s hidden gem, Tarangire National Park is well-known for its breathtaking scenery, which includes expansive savannahs, towering baobab trees, and the Tarangire River, which is home to a variety of wildlife, particularly during the dry season. Large herds of elephants, lions, and various bird species are among the sights that you can anticipate seeing, making it a photographer’s and wildlife enthusiast’s dream come true. Tarangire is a must-visit location for anyone looking for an authentic African adventure because of its varied ecosystems and stunning scenery, which provide a unique window into Tanzania’s rich biodiversity. Lunch will be served in designated picnic sites following a long day of game drive, alternatively you may choose to embark on a guided walking safari as it is allowed in Tarangire National Park, this is recommended for photograph enthusiasts where they can spot the wild animals nearby. You will check out of the park in the late afternoon heading to your accommodation near Tarangire (a small town of Karatu) for dinner, refreshment and overnight.
Accommodation; Country Lodge-Karatu
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 3; Tarangire National Park- Serengeti National Park;
You will wake up earlier as you proceed your journey, quickly adhere to your personal hygiene before you gather for your incredible breakfast, after breakfast your guide will come to collect you ready for the journey to Serengeti National Park as you leave Karatu and the Tarangire National Park with a scenic drive of approximately 4-5 hours, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area gate you will adhere to the entrance formalities with a short moment of relaxation and taking a short call (if applicable), you will proceed your journey to the Serengeti National Park with a quick stop along the crater rim point of view where you can have a short moment admiring the picturesque of the crater though you will be back in this area in advance of your journey as indicated on this safari package. You will arrive in Serengeti on the afternoon, gather for lunch and immediately go for an afternoon game drive in this stunning park renowned for its wildlife and the spectacular annual great wildebeest migration. As this safari package focuses on the big five and the great migration journey your guide will then guide you through the great migration routes especially the central area Seronera and the Ndutu Area in Serengeti’s northern area. Serengeti National Park is also a home for big five animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, leopard and the endangered black rhinos spoted by chance. Following a long day of game drive, you will check in to your accommodation for retirement, dinner and the night, get relaxed while memorizing the breathtaking moments collected in a day, the journey will take over on the next day.
Accommodation; Sero Migration Camp.
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti National Park;
It’s a new day to proceed this marvelous adventure, get up and shine, today you will leave your lodging earlier for a hot air ballon ride (with additional costs ranging from 500-600USD per person) as your guide will come to collect you as earlier as possible around 5.00 am in the sense that this activity takes place earlier due to weather and its operation modes, alternatively you may go for a full day game drive in a normal day time, carrying your picnic lunch you will explore various habitats including grasslands and riverine forests focusing on the great migration. Reason why we provided you with a hot air balloon ride is that as you gently ascend with the sunrise, a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti offers an unmatched perspective of the stunning scenery and wildlife below. It’s a peaceful and unforgettable experience. You will experience a distinct sense of peace while silently gliding over the savannah and taking in the vastness of the plains, herds of animals, and the breathtaking colors of the African dawn. This enchanted journey is the ideal addition to your safari, offering you an opportunity to view the splendor of the natural world from a different angle. Don’t pass up the chance to take amazing pictures and make lifelong memories during this once-in-a-lifetime event! You will check in at Sero Migration Camp for dinner and the night following a busy day of leisure and breathtaking moments.
Accommodation; Sero Migration Camp.
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater;
You will rise early on this day, farewell to the Serengeti National Park, soon after breakfast you will journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with your packed lunch approximately 4-5 hours. You will take in more game viewing during your drive as you leave Serengeti National Park, this park is diverse with vast number of wild animals including the African big five animals. You will be stopping for lunch at one of the designated picnic areas before you enter the Ngorongoro Conservation area for a crater game drive, alternatively you may go directly for a crater game drive then you will enjoy your incredible lunch within the crater in the designated areas around the hippo pool. At 2,000 feet, or roughly 610 meters, the Ngorongoro Crater is quite deep. It is a vast volcanic caldera created when a massive volcano collapsed, and its depth adds to its special and rich ecosystem, supporting a wide variety of wildlife inside its boundaries. Over 25,000 mammals, including the “Big Five” of lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard, as well as spotted hyenas, rare golden jackals, and some of the more than 350 bird species that call the massive collapsed volcano home, can be found there. Following a long day game drive in the late afternoon, you will immediately ascend from the crater and journey to your accommodation in Karatu a small town few kilometers as you leave the Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation; Farm of Dreams Lodge.
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara National Park;
This bright outshining day concludes this majestic journey of yours through the bush by a drive from Karatu as a farewell to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will wake up earlier shortly after your personal hygiene you will be served a warm breakfast from your lodge, then after you will Depart for Lake Manyara National Park approximately 2 hours drive. Upon your arrival in the afternoon, you will embark on the afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park famously known for its tree-climbing lions, elephants, and baboons in large groups. Considering its small size, the park is home to an astounding variety of animals and birds. Your safari experience will be considerably diversified by a quick visit to this tranquil park, as the lush, green jungle habitat stands in stark contrast to the other parks you already take a visit to. Alternatively, you may choose to go for a top tree canopy walk as one of the activities to blend with your journey flavors. Following a long day of game drive in this diverse park you will gather for lunch in a designated picnic site before going for a last game drive as you make you way out of the park back to your accommodation in Arusha (the Arusha Planet Lodge) for retirement, dinner and the night.
Accommodation; Arusha Planet Lodge.
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 7: Departure via Kilimanjaro International Airport;
As your unforgettable safari journey through Tanzania’s Northern Circuit comes to a close you will be served with a warm breakfast from your lodge, get relaxed for a while then you’ll be dropped off at Kilimanjaro International Airport (depending on your flights schedule) filled with memories of breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters. We invite you to return for more adventures in this stunning region, where each visit reveals something new. If you have extra time, consider extending your trip to the idyllic islands of Zanzibar, Pemba or Mafia where pristine beaches and rich cultural experiences await. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable experiences with us!
Accommodation; None on request.
Meals Plan; Breakfast, Lunch on Request (depending on your flight schedule).