Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

• Highlights: Baobab-studded landscapes, large elephant herds, birdlife.

• Activities:

  • Pick-up in Arusha after breakfast.

  • Drive to Tarangire (approx. 2–3 hrs).

  • Full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

• Accommodation (Mid-Range Options):

  • Tarangire Simba Lodge

  • Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

  • Maramboi Tented Lodge

• Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Day 2: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park – Mto wa Mbu Cultural Visit

• Highlights: Tree-climbing lions, flamingos, village exploration.

• Activities:

  • Morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park.

  • Lunch at lodge/picnic in the park.

  • Afternoon cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu village – learn about local farming, banana beer, and traditional crafts.

• Accommodation (Mid-Range Options):

  • Manyara Tortilis Camp

  • Olea African Safari Lodge

  • Eileen’s Tree Inn (Karatu)

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 3: Karatu – Serengeti National Park

• Highlights: Scenic drive through Ngorongoro Highlands, first Serengeti sightings.

• Activities:

  • Depart after breakfast for Serengeti.

  • Picnic lunch en route.

  • Afternoon game drive in central Serengeti (Seronera area).

• Accommodation (Mid-Range Options):

  • Serengeti Tortilis Camp

  • Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp

  • Tukaone Serengeti Camp

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive – Serengeti

• Highlights: Big Five, cheetahs, seasonal Great Migration.

• Activities:

  • Early morning game drive at sunrise.

  • Full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

  • Evening relaxation at camp with sundowners.

• Accommodation: Same as Day 3.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Highlights: Morning Serengeti safari, Maasai cultural experience.

• Activities:

  • Morning game drive in Serengeti.

  • Depart towards Ngorongoro after breakfast.

  • Visit a Maasai boma to experience traditional dance, herding, and culture.

  • Continue to lodge near the crater rim/ Karatu.

• Accommodation (Mid-Range Options):

  • Rhino Lodge (Ngorongoro rim)

  • Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp

  • Farm of Dreams Lodge (Karatu)

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Hadzabe Cultural Experience – Arusha

• Highlights: Wildlife in the Crater, cultural immersion with the Hadzabe (Bushmen).

• Activities:

  • Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for half-day game drive.

  • Picnic lunch by the hippo pool.

  • Afternoon cultural tour with the Hadzabe tribe near Lake Eyasi – experience hunting techniques, traditional songs, and storytelling.

  • Drive back to Arusha in the evening.

• Accommodation: End of safari (Arusha hotel or airport transfer).

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

✨ Safari & Culture Highlights

• Tarangire: Elephants & baobabs.

• Lake Manyara: Tree-climbing lions & flamingos.

• Serengeti: Endless plains & predator action.

• Ngorongoro Crater: Big Five & black rhinos.

• Hadzabe: Ancient hunter-gatherer traditions.

• Maasai: Iconic warrior culture.

• Mid-range lodges & tented camps with excellent comfort.