Itinerary

1. Day 1: 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!

2. Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

   • After breakfast, you will drive to the 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 into the heart of wild Africa, the 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 the 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 the Serengeti National Park

3. Day 3: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

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

4. Day 4: Explore 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 “Big Five”, with lion, buffalo, and elephant being almost certain, rhino relatively likely, and leopard a little more elusive. You are also likely to see great numbers of zebra, wildebeest, and spotted hyenas. 
   • Later in the day, you will ascend the crater and head to Ngorongoro Simba Campsite for dinner and your overnight stay.

5. Day 5: Game Drive at Lake Manyara National Park

   • After breakfast, you will check out and take off for an exciting game drive in Lake Manyara National Park with a packed lunch. The lake occupies a large area of the park; the forest starts just when 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. The majestic pink flamingos, ostriches, Egyptian geese, and more will also be seen. 
   • After your picnic lunch, you will participate in an afternoon game drive. 
   • Later, you'll drive to a Maasai Village to experience the Maasai people's different activities and cultures.

6. Day 6: Discover the cultural tapestry of 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.

7. Day 7: Great walking safari and game drive

   • 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'll 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.

8. Day 8: Materuni Waterfalls and Chemka Hot Springs

   • Embark on a captivating day exploring Materuni Waterfalls and Chemka Hotsprings. 
   • 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 Hotsprings, 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.