8-Day Tanzania Group Safari with Mto wa Mbu and Chemka Hot Springs

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Day 01

From Arusha to Tarangire National Park

• After an early breakfast, our driver will pick you up at the Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel and take you to Tarangire National Park. You will enjoy a morning game drive and a boxed lunch along the way.
• Later in the day, you will arrive at the Sunbright Campsite, where you will settle in, enjoy dinner, and then turn in for the night to prepare for the amazing adventure ahead.

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Day 02

Journey to Serengeti via Karatu and Ngorongoro

• After breakfast, you will drive to Serengeti National Park, enjoying the beautiful high-lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area along the way.
• Leaving the highlands behind, you will enter the heart of wild Africa, Serengeti National Park, with its endless plains rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see.
• You will head to the central area of the park, known as Seronera, one of the richest wildlife habitats. In this part of the park, you will visit the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source and attracts wildlife representative of most of the Serengeti species.
• You will arrive in time for lunch and afterwards enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park.

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Day 03

Sunrise Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro

• Today, you will wake up early, have coffee, and set off for a sunrise game drive until late morning. You will then return to the campsite for brunch.
• After your meal, you will check out and head out on an exciting game drive in the Serengeti. Later, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater.

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Day 04

Wildlife Viewing in Ngorongoro Crater

• After breakfast, you will drive to the crater for the crater tour. Your expert guide will take you in search of the big game. The animals allow you to get up close for great photos. This is one of Tanzania's top parks for wildlife numbers. You are likely to see most of the

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Day 05

Lake Manyara Game Drive and Maasai Village Visit

• After breakfast, you will check out and set off for an exciting game drive in Lake Manyara National Park with a packed lunch. The lake occupies a large area of the park, and the forest begins just after you cross the park gate along the base of the Great Rift Valley, with the hot spring to the west of the park. The park is home to the famous tree-climbing lions, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, and troops of baboons. Majestic pink flamingos, ostriches, Egyptian geese, and more can also be seen.
• After your picnic lunch, you will take part in an afternoon game drive.
• Later, you will drive to a Maasai village to experience the Maasai people's different activities and cultures.

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Day 06

Cycling and Cultural Discovery in Mto wa Mbu

• Explore Mto wa Mbu, an essential stop for safari travellers in northern Tanzania. This full-day cycling tour immerses you in village life and showcases exquisite crafts, banana beer, and farming practices.
• You will engage with diverse communities, visit a Maasai boma for an up-close encounter, and savour a home-cooked meal in a local mom's home. Your guide weaves tales of history, making this journey a rich exploration of Mto wa Mbu's vibrant traditions within the breathtaking backdrop of the Rift Valley.

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Day 07

Walking Safari and Game Drive in Arusha National Park

• You will embark on a captivating day in Arusha National Park with an early morning game drive. Against the backdrop of the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater, you will encounter giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes. A guided walking safari offers a closer connection with nature, exploring the lush montane forest and open savannah.
• After a picnic lunch, you will enjoy a safari around the Momella Lakes, observing hippos and waterbirds. Weather permitting, you will conclude the day at the park's viewpoint, capturing panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The sunset paints the landscape in hues of orange and pink, marking the end of an unforgettable day immersed in Tanzania's diverse and picturesque wilderness.

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Day 08

Materuni Waterfalls and Chemka Hot Springs Escape

• Embark on a captivating day exploring Materuni Waterfalls and Chemka Hot Springs.
• Begin with a scenic drive to Materuni Village, where a hike through lush coffee plantations unveils the secrets of Tanzanian coffee cultivation.
• Witness the stunning Materuni Waterfalls, a refreshing cascade amidst vibrant landscapes.
• Travel to Chemka Hot Springs, a hidden oasis with warm turquoise waters, for a rejuvenating swim in a tranquil environment.
• Enjoy a local lunch immersed in nature, providing an authentic taste of Tanzanian flavours. The tour offers cultural insights, allowing interaction with the Chagga community to learn about their traditions.
• During the return journey, reflect on the day's beauty, cherishing memories of the remarkable landscapes and warm hospitality encountered in Materuni and Chemka.