Day 1:
Arrive in Arusha and transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge, nestled on a working coffee plantation at the base of Mt. Meru. Enjoy the serene surroundings and relax after your journey.
Overnight: Arusha Coffee Lodge Meals: Bed & Breakfast (BB)
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Start your safari adventure with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its open grasslands, acacia trees, and the winding Tarangire River. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you’ll encounter diverse wildlife, including large herds of elephants, wildebeests, zebras, and elands. Look out for rare species like oryx and birdlife, such as the striking bateleur and martial eagle.
Overnight: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives through Tarangire National Park with your expert guide, who will help you spot more of the park’s incredible wildlife. After a day filled with exciting sightings, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about local cuisine, adding a flavorful touch to your safari experience.
Overnight: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Journey across the Great Rift Valley, making a stop at the vibrant market in Mto wa Mbu. Enjoy lunch at Gibb’s Farm, renowned for its farm-to-table organic meals. Afterward, continue to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a 2,000-foot-deep natural amphitheater brimming with wildlife, including lions, buffalo, and flamingos. Arrive at your luxury tented camp perched on the crater rim, offering stunning panoramic views.
Overnight: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling day of wildlife viewing. Avoid the crowds with a private gourmet lunch prepared by your camp staff. Later, visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their nomadic lifestyle and coexistence with wildlife. Participate in an artisan beadwork demonstration and enjoy a private dance performance at your camp in the evening.
Overnight: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Fly to the iconic Serengeti National Park and settle into your camp. Set out on an afternoon game drive across the Serengeti’s vast plains, one of the world’s oldest ecosystems. You may witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras traverse the savannah in search of greener pastures. As the sun sets, enjoy a refreshing sundowner and take in the spectacular views.
Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Spend the next two days on morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti National Park, home to the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos. Keep your camera ready for thrilling moments, such as a cheetah chasing a Thomson’s gazelle or elephants grazing by the riverbanks. Your expert guides will ensure you experience the very best of Serengeti’s wildlife. On your final night, enjoy a memorable farewell dinner under the African sky.
Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Fly back to Arusha and spend time at Arusha Coffee Lodge for a relaxing day room experience. Unwind before your evening transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Dayroom: Arusha Coffee Lodge Meals: Dayroom with access to amenities