In this 4-day safari experience, you will enjoy top-notch hospitality while witnessing the beauty of Tanzania's natural wonders. Prepare to be captivated by the incredible wildlife against a backdrop of diverse landscapes. From playful monkeys in lush forests to majestic tree-climbing lions and graceful elephants in acacia-strewn terrain, you will encounter a rich variety of life within the embrace of a sunken volcano. Our adventure includes visits to Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks, as well as an exploration of the renowned Ngorongoro Crater, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of Tanzania's natural wonders.
DAY 01 - Airport Arrival
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport, your private driver-guide will greet you and transfer you to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay in anticipation of your safari departure the next day.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel | Bed & Breakfast
DAY 02 - Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Early in the morning after breakfast, we depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a pristine paradise known for its abundant birdlife and iconic tree-climbing lions. The western escarpment of the Rift Valley forms the park's western border, while the eastern side boasts the shallow, alkaline Lake Manyara. The park's diverse vegetation ranges from savannah to evergreen forest. During your exploration of the park, you may encounter giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalos, elephants, and if you're lucky, lions resting in the trees. After lunch and an extensive game drive, we head to our luxurious partner lodges in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kitela Lodge | Bed & Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 03 - Ngorongoro Crater
Early in the morning after breakfast, we depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder concealed by steep volcanic walls. The crater is a pristine wilderness featuring sweeping savannah, pockets of acacia woodland, and glistening lakes and swamps. It is renowned for its geological marvels and is home to some of the densest populations of large mammals in Africa. The descent into the crater itself is an adventure, and once on the crater floor, you'll encounter a multitude of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and over 500 bird species. The crater offers the best opportunity to spot the endangered black rhino, often seen in the open grasslands. After lunch and an extensive game drive, we return to our luxury partner lodges in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kitela Lodge | Bed & Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 04 - Tarangire National Park to Arusha
Early in the morning after breakfast, we depart for Tarangire National Park, named after the Tarangire River that flows through it. This "river of warthogs" is the primary water source for wildlife in the region during the dry season. The park's vegetation includes elephant grass, acacia woodlands, and lush groundwater forests. Tarangire is renowned for its elephant families, often seen congregating by the river, as well as giraffes, bushbuck, and hartebeest. Predators like lions and leopards follow these animals closely. Tarangire National Park also boasts more breeding bird species than anywhere else on Earth. After lunch and an extensive game drive, we return to Arusha.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel | Bed & Breakfast
