Itinerary

1. Day 1- MOSHI | AT THE HOTEL

   • Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport in Tanzania, proceed through customs and search for your driver. They will be there, holding a sign with your name. Your driver will then take you to Hotel Moshi.

   Overnight at the Hotel (with breakfast) or Similar

2. Day 2- LAKE MANYARA | HIGHVIEW HOTEL

   • In the morning, head to Lake Manyara National Park, nestled against the dramatic escarpment of the Rift Valley. This park features a lush groundwater forest and a range of ecosystems, including acacia woodlands, grassy plains, a swampy fan delta, and the vast lake itself. 
   • Such ecological variety draws numerous species of mammals, birds, and other wildlife. Notably, Manyara is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. 
   • The park provides exceptional opportunities for game viewing, with buffalo, impala, giraffe, bushbuck, waterbuck, hippos, and a significant population of elephants often seen near the lake. 
   • Keep an eye out for blue monkeys, velvet monkeys, and the lively olive baboons as well.

   Overnight Highview Hotel (with lunch, dinner & breakfast) or Similar

3. Day 3- SERENGETI | WILDCAMP

   • After breakfast, set off for a drive to Serengeti National Park, a name that comes from the Maasai language and translates to "endless plain." 
   • Along the way, consider stopping at a Maasai Village to immerse yourself in their culture and engage in various tribal activities. 
   • Additionally, a visit to Olduvai Gorge, often referred to as the Cradle of Humanity, offers a glimpse into our ancestral past, with the museum highlighting humanity's remarkable evolution from its origins in East Africa to its present dominance.

   Overnight at one of our Wild Camps* (with lunch, dinner & breakfast)

   * Ikoma Wild Camp, Serengeti Wild Camp or Serengeti Wildebeest Camp

4. Day 4- SERENGETI | WILDCAMP

   • Experience a day of tranquility in the Serengeti, renowned for its stunning landscapes and the remarkable Great Wildebeest Migration. The park is teeming with vast herds of wildlife, including wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes, while predators like lions and cheetahs roam among the numerous kopjes dotting the terrain. 
   • The diverse scenery ranges from expansive grasslands in the south to savanna interspersed with acacia trees in the center, transitioning to hilly, wooded grasslands in the north, and culminating in extensive woodlands and black clay plains to the west.

   Overnight at one of our Wild Camps* (with lunch, dinner & breakfast)

   * Ikoma Wild Camp, Serengeti Wild Camp or Serengeti Wildebeest Camp 

5. Day 5- NGORONGORO | NGORONGORO WILDCAMP

   • Experience a morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which is part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. 
   • From December to April, the short-grass plains are typically bustling with wildebeest migration. This region is also rich in elephants, various bird species, and resident wildlife. 
   • After checking in at the lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive.

   Overnight Ngorongoro Wild Camp (with lunch, dinner & breakfast)

6. Day 6- NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA | NGORONGORO WILDCAMP

   • Experience an exhilarating full-day game drive in the Ndutu region. 
   • Discover a variety of habitats, from swamps and woodlands to soda lakes and the renowned short grass plains of the Serengeti. '
   • Observe massive herds of wildebeest and zebra as they traverse the landscape, and take advantage of this season to see newborn calves just moments after birth. It's also the prime time for thrilling predator encounters! 
   • The marshes and lakes are teeming with diverse bird species and home to local lion prides, while the open plains are rich with cheetahs, and the wooded ridges offer exciting wildlife viewing opportunities.

   Overnight Ngorongoro Wild Camp (with lunch, dinner & breakfast) or Similar

7. Day 7- NGORONGORO CRATER | AT THE HOTEL MOSHI

   • This morning, you will venture into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive and exploration. The crater, with a depth of 600 meters, spans 16 kilometers in diameter and covers an area of 265 square kilometers. 
   • Experience the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife in this remarkable location, often referred to as the world's eighth wonder. 
   • Here, you can spot some of Tanzania's rare black rhinos grazing on the crater floor, alongside a diverse array of approximately 20,000 large animals, including lions, cheetahs, elands, zebras, and gazelles.
   •  Additionally, Makat Soda Lake is a popular spot for observing flamingos and various other bird species. 
   • In the afternoon, you will drive to Moshi for your overnight accommodation at the hotel.

   Overnight at the Hotel (with lunch, dinner & breakfast) or Similar

8. Day 8- KILIMANJARO AIRPORT | DEPARTURE

   • Experience a relaxed morning before your transfer to Kilimanjaro airport for your return flight. If your flight is in the evening, consider exploring our “Add on” day trip activities—contact us to make arrangements.