9-Day Tanzania Safari with Serengeti Balloon Ride and Mto wa Mbu

• Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport: You will be welcomed by your driver upon arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.

• Evening: Briefing about the upcoming tour, followed by dinner at your hotel.

Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel.

• Morning: After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, depart for Tarangire National Park.

• Enjoy stunning landscapes and an abundance of wildlife, including large herds of elephants, giraffes, and the chance to spot lions, leopards, and many species of birds.

• Evening: Enjoy a relaxing evening at your lodge after a thrilling day of wildlife exploration.

Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge.

• Morning to Afternoon: Depart for Serengeti National Park via a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, stop at various scenic viewpoints for photos.

• Afternoon: Enter the Serengeti through the Naabi Gate and embark on a brief game drive en route to your camp.

• Evening: Settle into your camp and enjoy dinner under the African sky.

Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp.

• Early Morning: Experience a magical pre-dawn hot air balloon safari, floating above the Serengeti at sunrise. Enjoy breathtaking views of wildlife from the sky.

• After the balloon ride, enjoy a champagne breakfast in the wild.

• Late Morning to Afternoon: Spend the day on a thrilling game drive in the Serengeti, looking for the Big Five and other incredible wildlife.

• Evening: Return to your camp for a relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp (second night).

• Morning to Afternoon: Explore new areas of the Serengeti, with the chance to spot more wildlife in different habitats.

• Optional sundowner: Choose to end the day with a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint, enjoying a drink while watching the sunset over the savannah.

Accommodation: Central Serengeti Lodge.

• Morning: Visit the Olduvai Gorge, often referred to as the "Cradle of Mankind." Explore this significant archaeological site and learn about human evolution from the early hominid fossils found here.

• Afternoon: Continue the journey to Ngorongoro Crater. You may have the option to enjoy a short crater rim walk.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.

• Morning: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world's most unique ecosystems. Experience a full game drive in this caldera, home to diverse wildlife including the rare black rhino, buffalo, zebra, and lions.

• Afternoon: Return to the rim and drive back to Karatu for an overnight stay in a serene location.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge.

• Morning to Afternoon: Head to the village of Mto wa Mbu, a lively and culturally rich area near the base of the Rift Valley. Visit local banana plantations, enjoy tasting traditional Tanzanian cuisine, and explore local art shops and the bustling market. Engage with the local community and get a deeper understanding of Tanzanian life and culture.

• Evening: Return to Arusha for a final overnight stay before departure.

Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel.

• Morning: After breakfast, your driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight home.