SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI : Discover the natural wonders and incredible wildlife of Tanzania on this 7-day safari, with comfortable lodges and permanent tented camps. Spot large herds of elephants in Tarangire National Park and go in search of the Big Five across the vast and beautiful plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy a wildlife spectacle in the Ngorongoro Crater, visit historic Olduvai Gorge and look out for tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara National Park.
Trip Highlights
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Itinerary
Kilimanjaro to Arusha
Kilimanjaro - Arusha. On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met by your driver guide for the short transfer to your lodge, nestled between the peaks of Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure or visit the Game Sanctuary that has for many years provided a safe haven to African plains game.
Overnight: Arusha
Tarangire National Park
Arusha - Tarangire National Park. This morning, wake to the views of Mt Meru before heading down to breakfast. Then join your driver guide and set out across the Great Rift Valley to Tarangire National Park for a full day game drive. Tarangire National Park; named after the river that crosses through the park, is Tanzania’s sixth largest park and home to large herds of elephants. Late afternoon we make our way to our intimate eco friendly camp within the park. Surrounded by Acacia studded grasslands, there's plenty of resident game to spot from the camp and you can end the day watching a breathtaking sunset.
Overnight: Tarangire National Park | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti National Park
Tarangire National Park - Serengeti National Park. Today we have a long drive through arguably the best game park in the world. The Serengeti is Tanzania’s oldest and most popular national park. Its name means 'endless plain' in the Masai language. It is from here that massive concentrations of wildebeest, zebras and other animals commence the annual Great Migration in search of pastures new, providing one of the greatest natural spectacles to be found anywhere in the world. We can watch golden-maned lions stalking the migrating herds, spot leopards at rest in trees at dusk and there's the option to enjoy a hot-air balloon ride at dawn as the sun’s golden rays illuminate the land.
We meander our way through this famous park with fantastic game viewing as we head towards our tented camp in northern Serengeti. The intimate camp offers tranquillity, spectacular wildlife sighting and no better place to take in one of the world's greatest wildlife spectacles!
Overnight: Serengeti National Park | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti game drives
The Serengeti at sunrise is a beautiful sight and one not to be missed. Early morning is the best time for spotting animals and we head out in search of the Big Five on our first game drive of the day. Afternoons are normally a lazy affair that end in the late afternoon when the temperatures cool down and the animals start to be active again. Today is no different and we will head out for a late afternoon drive before returning to camp for dinner.
There is also the opportunity to enjoy an optional early morning hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti, with its beautiful scenery and incredible wildlife.
Overnight: Serengeti National Park | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Olduvai Gorge & Ngorongoro Highlands
Serengeti - Karatu. After the thrills of the Serengeti, we head out on a full day’s game drive through the Serengeti towards the Ngorongoro Crater, stopping along the way to visit one of the world's most important prehistoric sites - Olduvai Gorge. Here, we learn how the gorge earned its name 'Cradle of Mankind'. On arrival to the Ngorongoro Crater we have the opportunity to drive through the Crater Rim and see the Crater in all its glory. We arrive at the lodge in time for a relaxing drink and a delicious dinner in the lush surroundings.
Overnight: Karatu | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ngorongoro Crater
Karatu - Ngorongoro Crater - Karatu. This morning the Ngorongoro Crater awaits us. The Crater is a conservation area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated 180km west of Arusha in the Crater Highlands area of Tanzania. After an early breakfast, we will head out towards the Ngorongoro Crater, a large volcanic caldera, where we experience an amazing game drive on the crater floor filled with wildlife and said to be one of the most thrilling game spotting experiences. The crater won’t leave you disappointed. Back at the lodge it’s time to enjoy our last African sunset and dinner.
Overnight: Karatu | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Manyara
Karatu - Lake Manyara - Arusha - Kilimanjaro. This morning we visit Lake Manyara National Park whose shores are a shimmer of pink, due to the large flamingo population and it was once dubbed as the ‘loveliest lake in Africa’ by Ernest Hemingway. We spend our final morning in the park on a game drive and if we're lucky we'll see the tree climbing lions that the park is famous for. Then we depart from the park and make our way to Arusha Airport where this tour ends. If you require a transfer back to Kilimanjaro International Airport this can be arranged on request. Please contact us for details.
Note: Please make sure that onward flights from Arusha Airport are booked AFTER 3pm, and flights from Kilimanjaro Airport are booked AFTER 6pm, or 5pm for domestic flights. Or consider travelling onto the beautiful island of Zanzibar for some blissful rest and relaxation.
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Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed to run with a minimum of 2 persons. This Safari has a maximum group size of 7. The 'Twin Share' price is per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. The 'Single Room' price is applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Mount Meru Game Lodge & Sanctuary, Arusha
Established in 1959 by Dr Von Nagy Mount Meru Game Lodge is still in the hands of the family. It is a beautiful lodge set on the Usa river. Guest rooms are all individually designed with a veranda to sit out on and the suites have a private garden. The lodge is also home to a wildlife sanctuary which is home to a number of zebra, ostrich, a wide array of birds and some Colobus monkeys.
Honeyguide Tarangire Camp, Tarangire National Park
Honeyguide Tarangire is an intimate, luxury tented safari camp, set in the Acacia studded grasslands of Tarangire National Park, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and an abundance of wildlife. The camp comprises ten large en suite tents, each with a veranda looking directly out onto the Tarangire plains, so you can enjoy game viewing from the comfort of your own tent! The tents are equipped with comfortable beds, electricity, WiFi and a safe.
Mara Kati Kati , Serengeti National Park
Camp under the stars where the wild things are at one of the Serengeti's best mobile camps. Mara Kati Kati offers comfortable and spacious tents with a private porch overlooking the Savannah and an en suite with a bucket shower. The camp has two dining tents where delicious meals are served. This wonderful camp is strategically located in north Serengeti, ideal for exploring the Mara Ecosystem.
Acacia Farm Lodge, Karatu
Commanding panoramic views of the Karatu farmlands from its postion on the spectacular Great Rift escarpment, the elegant Acacia Farm Lodge is the perfect base from which to explore Tanzania's world-famous reserves. The contemporary African styled chalets are well-appointed with WiFi and private balconies for sunset views across the farm. After a day on safari enjoy fine dining with a choice of wines from the lodge's own cellar or relax in the swimming pool and bar area. The Acacia Farm Lodge is strategically located between the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks on one side and Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Serengeti National Park on the other.
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Wonderful trip and highly recommend
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