Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha Serena Hotel, set on the tranquil shores of Lake Duluti beneath the slopes of Mount Meru. Enjoy an evening of relaxation after your international journey.
Overnight: Arusha Serena Hotel (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 2 – Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Enjoy a relaxed morning before lunch and a safari briefing. Depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Arrive at Tarangire Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Tarangire Sopa Lodge (Full Board)
Day 3 – Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in Tarangire before continuing to Lake Manyara National Park. Settle in at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, dramatically perched on the Rift Valley escarpment with panoramic lake views.
Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Day 4 – Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Morning game drive in Lake Manyara, followed by travel north to Serengeti National Park. Enter through Naabi Hill Gate and enjoy game viewing en route to your lodge. Arrive for dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Day 5 – Serengeti National Park
Full day in the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives through the world’s most famous ecosystem, home to the Big Five and the annual Great Migration (seasonal). Optional hot-air balloon safari available at additional cost.
Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Day 6 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy game viewing en route toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Picnic lunch provided. Arrive in the afternoon at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, perched dramatically on the rim of the crater with stunning views below.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board, picnic lunch)
Day 7 – Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” Enjoy a full day of game viewing with picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to the lodge at sunset.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board, picnic lunch)
Day 8 – Ngorongoro to Arusha / Departure
Enjoy sunrise over the crater rim before returning to Arusha for lunch. Continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight or extend your stay with a beach holiday in Zanzibar.
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Cost Includes
- Landside meet-and-greet services
- All transfers and transport as outlined in the itinerary
- Shared transport in 4×4 safari vehicles (maximum 6 passengers, guaranteed window seats)
- Services of experienced, English-speaking driver-guides (other languages available on request)
- Game drives and listed activities
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- All park fees and government taxes (except Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax if applicable)
- Filtered water in Pollman’s or Ranger Safaris vehicles (please bring a reusable bottle)
Cost Excludes
- International and regional flights (unless specified)
- Passport and visa fees
- Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax (where applicable)
- Optional activities such as hot-air balloon safaris or excursions
- Gratuities for driver-guides, lodge staff, and porters
- Travel, medical, and baggage insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, and telephone calls
- Internal flights and related taxes unless noted
Note: Itinerary and accommodation may vary slightly due to availability or operational conditions. Park fees and taxes are subject to change without notice.
