Welcome to Arusha! Your adventure begins now. Set down your bags, take a deep breath, and refresh yourself with a cold drink. This evening, you’ll meet your Safari guide for a brief overview of the exciting experiences ahead. Enjoy every moment, and get ready for an unforgettable journey.

Accommodation: Outpost Lodge

Meal: Breakfast

Early breakfast at the lodge.  Depart for Tarangire National Park. Enter the park and start a morning game drive focusing on the large elephant herds and unique baobab trees. Picnic lunch in the park, often at a designated site with views over the park. Continue with an afternoon game drive exploring different areas of the park such as the Tarangire River and the Silale Swamp. Visit a Maasai village for cultural insights (can be scheduled for the next day or an alternative day depending on availability).

Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Today we depart from Tarangire National Park and head to Mto wa Mbu village for a guided walk. We’ll explore local farms, vibrant markets, and schools, while engaging with craftspeople to learn about their art. A local lunch will be served in the village, featuring traditional Tanzanian dishes. Afterward, we’ll visit a Maasai village to learn about their traditions, tour traditional homes, and observe cultural practices such as beadwork and dance, before heading to our lodge in Karatu.

Optional Activity: Night Game Drive (need to be organized in advance)

Accommodation: Karatu Kudu Lodge / Pembeni Camp.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Rise up early morning, breakfast at the lodge, afterwards descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Begin a game drive focusing on the crater’s diverse wildlife including lions, rhinos, and buffaloes. Picnic lunch at a designated spot within the crater, such as the Hippo Pool area or Ngoitoktok picnic site. Continue exploring different areas of the crater, including Lerai Forest and the open plains.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Wildlife lodge or similar 

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, leave your lodge in the Ngorongoro and drive towards the Serengeti National Park for an afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is famous for the great wildebeest migration and is also home to big cats’ populations like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Enjoy the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes as you make your way to Seronera Campsite. Dinner and overnight stay at the Seronera public campsite.

Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Luxury tented camp/Into Wild Africa Tented Camps

Meals: Breakfast| Lunch |Dinner

Start your day with a hearty breakfast, followed by a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Witness the breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, including the big cats such as cheetahs, lions, and leopards. The Serengeti is also known for its great wildebeest migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on the planet.

After the game drive, return to the campsite for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive to explore different parts of the park. Dinner and overnight stay at Seronera Campsite.

Optional activity: Hot air balloon safari for a unique aerial view of the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Luxury tented camp/Into Wild Africa Tented Camps

Meals: Breakfast | lunch | Dinner

Rise early, enjoy breakfast, and prepare for your drive to the airstrip for your 11:30 AM flight to Ruaha National Park. The 2½-hour flight will bring you to Ruaha, where your guide will manage park permits before a 40-minute drive to your lodge for lunch. Afterward, relax briefly and then set out on an afternoon game drive in Ruaha, where you’ll encounter diverse wildlife, including antelopes, lions, elephants, and more.

Accommodation: Ruaha River Lodge / Kigelia Ruaha Camp or similar lodges

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

A full-day game drive in Ruaha National Park promises an unforgettable adventure through one of Tanzania’s most breathtaking wilderness areas. Your day begins early as you set out to explore the park’s diverse landscapes. Along the way, you’ll encounter a rich variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and giraffes. At midday, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park. The drive continues into the afternoon, offering more chances to spot wildlife and the beauty of Ruaha before the day end.

Accommodation: Ruaha River Lodge/Kigelia Ruaha Camp / Jabali Ridge or similar accommodation

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Today is the Ruaha grand finale. After breakfast, we drive to Msembe airstrip for our flight to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, we will transfer to our camp, followed by an evening game drive or a relaxing river cruise to take in the park’s wildlife and scenery.

Accommodation: Siwandu Camp / Selous Serena Camp / Sand Rivers Selous.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Experience a full day of adventure in Nyerere National Park, where you’ll encounter the Big Five and other wildlife across diverse landscapes. With stunning scenery and expert guidance, this game drive promises unforgettable moments in one of Africa’s most unspoiled wilderness areas. At noon, enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of the park, before continuing your exploration into the rest of the day.

Accommodation: Siwandu Camp / Rufuji River camp or similar accommodation

Meals:  Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Today marks your grand finale. Wake up early and savor your morning call at around 6:00 AM, as your walking guide and armed ranger prepare you for a wonderful nature walk. This immersive experience allows you to discover things often missed during game drives, with your guide pointing out fascinating details on the ground that reveal much about the ecosystem and its inhabitants. After a 2-hour walk, return to your camp for brunch before heading to the airstrip for your flight to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar, concluding your unforgettable tour.

Accommodation: Beach resort in Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar (if staying overnight).

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch