Classic Northern Tanzania Safari

6 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Arrival in Arusha

Meet-and-greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport and private transfer to your lodge in Arusha. The rest of the day is free to rest after your flight, followed by a short safari briefing with your guide.

Overnight: Lodge in Arusha
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 :
Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire, famous for its large elephant herds, giant baobabs and the Tarangire River that draws wildlife all year. Full day of game drives with a picnic lunch in the park.

Overnight: Camp near Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 :
Into the Serengeti

Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands and down to the Serengeti plains, game-driving on the way to your camp. Look out for lions, cheetahs and the herds that move through the central Serengeti.

Overnight: Tented camp in central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 :
Full day in the Serengeti

A full day exploring the Seronera valley and surrounding kopjes, one of the best areas in Africa for big cats. Optional sunrise balloon flight (extra cost).

Overnight: Tented camp in central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 :
Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning drive to the crater rim and descent onto the crater floor for a half-day game drive among buffalo, zebra, lions and, with luck, the rare black rhino. Afternoon drive to Karatu.

Overnight: Lodge in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 :
Return to Arusha

Relaxed breakfast and drive back to Arusha for lunch, then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Classic Northern Tanzania Safari

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