PROGRAM 1
7 Days Safari
- Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
- Day 3: Serengeti National Park (central west/east)
- Day 4: Serengeti National Park (central west/east)
- Day 5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area (incl. Crater)
- Day 6 – 7: The last day and your flight home from Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
PROGRAM 2
8 Days Tanzania Safari
An eight-day safari itinerary from Arusha to Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and back to Arusha offers an incredible opportunity to explore some of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks and wildlife reserves. Here’s a suggested itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania, and transfer to your accommodation.
- Spend the day relaxing and preparing for your safari adventure.
- Overnight stay in Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park.
- Enjoy a game drive in the park, known for its large elephant herds and baobab trees.
- Picnic lunch in the park.
- Continue with afternoon game viewing.
- Overnight stay in or near Tarangire National Park.
Day 3: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Depart from your lodge after breakfast and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
- Picnic lunch in the crater.
- Explore the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes of the crater.
- Ascend from the crater and head to your accommodation on the crater rim.
Day 4: Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park
- After breakfast, depart from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and drive to Serengeti National Park.
- Enjoy a game drive en route to your accommodation, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way.
- Picnic lunch
- Arrive in the Serengeti and embark on an afternoon game drive.
- Overnight stay in the Serengeti.
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti.
- Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, maximizing your chances of encountering the Big Five and witnessing the Great Migration (depending on the time of year).
- Picnic lunch or lunch at the lodge/camp.
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon safari (extra cost, must be booked in advance).
- Overnight stay in the Serengeti.
Day 7: Serengeti to Karatu
- After breakfast, depart from the Serengeti and drive to Karatu.
- Enjoy scenic views during the journey and stop for lunch along the way.
- Optional shopping for souvenirs and mementos.
- Overnight stay in Karatu.
Day 8: Departure
- Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy breakfast at your accommodation and relax until it’s time to transfer to the airport for your departure.
This itinerary offers a comprehensive safari experience, allowing you to witness the incredible wildlife and natural beauty of Tanzania’s most renowned national parks and reserves. Customize it according to your preferences and interests, and consider consulting with a local tour operator to ensure a seamless and memorable safari adventure.
PROGRAM 4
Tanzania Exploration Safari
SIX DAYS TANZANIA EXPLORATION SAFARI
**Day 1: Arrival in Arusha**
– Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
– Transfer to your accommodation in Arusha, often referred to as the safari capital of Tanzania.
– Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the vibrant local markets or relax at your lodge, getting ready for the adventure ahead.
– Overnight stay in Arusha.
**Day 2: Tarangire National Park**
– After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population and diverse birdlife.
– Enjoy a full day game drive in the park, exploring its picturesque landscapes, baobab trees, and the Tarangire River.
– Look out for elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, and various antelope species.
– Picnic lunch in the park.
– In the evening, head to your lodge located either inside or near the park for dinner and overnight stay.
**Day 3: Serengeti National Park**
– Early breakfast at the lodge, then depart for Serengeti National Park, the crown jewel of Tanzania’s safari destinations.
– En route, stop at the Olduvai Gorge Museum for a glimpse into the region’s rich archaeological history.
– Arrive in the Serengeti by midday and embark on a game drive in search of the park’s abundant wildlife.
– Picnic lunch in the wilderness.
– Continue your exploration of the vast plains, home to the famous Big Five and the annual wildebeest migration (seasonal).
– Dinner and overnight stay at a lodge or luxury tented camp inside the Serengeti.
**Day 4: Serengeti National Park**
– Enjoy a full day of game drives in different areas of the Serengeti, maximizing your chances of encountering a diverse array of wildlife.
– Explore the Seronera Valley, known for its resident big cats, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
– Visit the hippo pools and marvel at the abundance of birdlife.
– Lunch at a picnic spot or back at your lodge.
– Optional activities may include a sunrise hot air balloon safari (extra cost) for a bird’s eye view of the Serengeti’s landscapes and wildlife.
– Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or luxury tented camp.
**Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha**
– After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, often described as Africa’s “Garden of Eden.”
– Descend into the crater for a spectacular game drive on the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo.
– Picnic lunch within the crater.
– As the day comes to an end, begin your journey back to Arusha. Dinner and overnight in a lodge in Arusha.
**Day 6: Departure**
– Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, or extend your stay to explore more of Tanzania or other nearby countries.