12-day classic Tanzania safari

Description

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
  • Rest and relax after your journey.
  • Overnight stay in Arusha.

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

  • After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park.
  • Enjoy a full day game drive in the park, known for its large elephant population.
  • Spot diverse wildlife including lions, leopards, giraffes, and various bird species.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or camp in or near Tarangire.

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

  • Depart for Lake Manyara National Park after breakfast.
  • Explore the park known for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife.
  • Enjoy a game drive and possibly a boat safari on Lake Manyara.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near Lake Manyara.

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater

  • After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
  • Encounter a high concentration of wildlife including rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near the crater rim.

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park

  • Depart for Serengeti National Park after breakfast.
  • Enjoy a game drive en route to the Serengeti, with opportunities for wildlife viewing.
  • Arrive in the Serengeti and embark on an afternoon game drive.
  • Witness the vast savannah teeming with wildlife, including the famous Big Five.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or camp in the Serengeti.

Day 6-8: Serengeti National Park

  • Spend three full days exploring the Serengeti.
  • Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives to maximize wildlife sightings.
  • Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) if visiting during the appropriate time.
  • Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (additional cost).
  • Overnight stays at a lodge or camp in the Serengeti.

Day 9: Serengeti – Lake Natron

  • Depart for Lake Natron after breakfast.
  • Arrive at Lake Natron, a remote and scenic area known for its flamingos and Maasai culture.
  • Explore the shores of Lake Natron and visit nearby waterfalls and natural pools.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near Lake Natron.

Day 10: Lake Natron – Arusha

  • After breakfast, depart for Arusha.
  • Arrive in Arusha and have the option to explore the town or relax at your accommodation.
  • Visit local markets or cultural centers for souvenir shopping.
  • Overnight stay in Arusha.

Day 11: Arusha – Kilimanjaro National Park

  • Enjoy a leisurely morning in Arusha.
  • Transfer to Kilimanjaro National Park for a day of relaxation and exploration.
  • Opt to take a nature walk or cultural tour in the park.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge or camp near Kilimanjaro.

Day 12: Departure

  • Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
  • End of the safari adventure.