Activities:
After breakfast, you will depart for a full day exploring Arusha National Park, a hidden gem that offers a remarkable diversity of landscapes and wildlife. Begin with a scenic drive through lush montane forests inhabited by colobus monkeys before heading out on a guided walking safari with an armed ranger. This unique experience allows you to encounter giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes on foot while learning about the park’s flora and fauna. Later, enjoy a relaxing canoe safari on the Momella Lakes where flamingos and waterbirds thrive against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. A picnic lunch will be served in the park, and in the afternoon, you’ll return to your lodge to rest and enjoy dinner.

Accommodation: Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge / Gran Meliá Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive through the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, embark on your first game drive through the park’s rolling savannah dotted with majestic baobab trees. Tarangire is renowned for its vast herds of elephants and the presence of numerous other species including lions, leopards, and giraffes. As the sun sets, enjoy a classic African sundowner followed by a sumptuous dinner under the stars at your luxury lodge overlooking the park.

Accommodation: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge / Tarangire Treetops by Elewana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
Spend the day exploring the diverse habitats of Tarangire, from acacia woodlands to the lush Silale Swamp. The park comes alive with wildlife during the dry season when animals gather along the Tarangire River, offering incredible opportunities for photography and game viewing. Keep your eyes open for the park’s impressive birdlife and predators lounging in the shade. After lunch, you may visit a nearby Maasai village for a cultural encounter and gain insight into their traditional lifestyle. Return to your lodge in the evening to relax with cocktails and a fireside dinner.

Accommodation: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge / Tarangire Treetops
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
After breakfast, you will set off toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through the scenic escarpments and farmlands of the Karatu region. En route, stop at the Lake Manyara viewpoint for panoramic views of the shimmering lake below. Arrive at your luxury lodge perched on the crater rim and spend the afternoon at leisure, enjoying breathtaking views or taking a guided nature walk around the property. In the evening, savor a delicious dinner as the mist rolls over the crater’s edge.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge / The Highlands Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
Rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” The crater floor offers a sanctuary to over 25,000 animals including lions, elephants, hippos, and the rare black rhino. As you explore the lush grasslands and sparkling soda lakes, your guide will share insights about the crater’s unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool and continue your game drive into the afternoon before returning to your lodge for sunset drinks and dinner overlooking the crater.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge / The Highlands Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
After breakfast, drive toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through Olduvai Gorge, where some of the earliest human fossils were discovered — an optional stop for a brief visit to the museum. As you enter the Serengeti, the vast plains unfold before you, teeming with wildlife. Enjoy a leisurely game drive en route to your luxury lodge, where you’ll arrive in time for a sundowner overlooking the endless savannah. The evening concludes with a candlelit dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti / Lemala Nanyukie Lodge / Singita Faru Faru Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
Spend the day exploring the world-famous Serengeti, renowned for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife and the dramatic Great Migration (seasonal). Begin with an early morning game drive to witness predators in action as the plains come alive with the golden light of dawn. Optionally, you can experience a breathtaking hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive or simply relax at your lodge’s infinity pool or spa. End your day with an elegant dinner accompanied by fine wines and the sounds of the African night.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti / Lemala Nanyukie Lodge / Singita Faru Faru Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities:
After breakfast, take a scenic morning flight from the Serengeti back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to a luxury dayroom where you can freshen up and enjoy lunch before your evening international flight. Depending on your departure time, you may have an opportunity to visit local markets or a coffee plantation before heading to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your journey home, bringing with you memories of an unforgettable safari adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch