Day-by-Day Summary

Day 1 : Arrive in Tanzania
Day 2 : Lake Manyara National Park
Day 3 : Serengeti National Park
Day 4 : Serengeti National Park
Day 5 : Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Day 6 : Ngorongoro Crater
Day 7 : Tarangire National Park | Departure

Highlights

Take a game drive through Serengeti National Park in search of wildlife
View hominid footprints preserved in volcanic rock at Oldupai Gorge
Explore Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage Site
Experience how Maasai pastoralists live alongside nature and wildlife

Places Visited

Africa
Tanzania
Lake Manyara National Park
Migunga Tented Camp
Moshi
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Ngorongoro Crater
Rhino Lodge
Serengeti Halisi Camp
Serengeti National Park
Tarangire National Park

Activities

Trip Type

Independent

Activity Level

Relaxed

Trip Snapshots

Day 1 Arrive in Tanzania

Hotel

After clearing baggage claim and customs meet your safari representative and head to the Kilimanjaro Halisi Retreat near the gate of Mount Kilimanjaro. Settle in after your long journey for an exciting week ahead!

Day 2 Lake Manyara National Park

Hotel
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Rise early this morning and set out for Lake Manyara National Park, watching out for game en route. Spot the elusive tree-climbing lion, or watch for the twitch of a leopard’s tail as you make your way to camp.

Day 3 Serengeti National Park

Hotel
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

After breakfast you will take a game drive en route to Serengeti National Park, a world heritage site, stopping along the way to watch any animals you may encounter. Renowned for its wealth of lions and leopards, the Serengeti is the quintessential safari destination. Derived from the Maasai word ‘sirinetu’ meaning ‘endless plains’, the Serengeti plays host to more than a million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra, and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelle during the annual migration.

Day 4 Serengeti National Park

Hotel
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Today, head back out for a full day of game drives, examining one of the oldest ecosystems on earth. Little has changed in the Serengeti over the past million or so years. Here you still find the renowned plains intermingled with wooded hills, massive termite mounds, rocky kopjes, and acacia tree-lined rivers. Depending on the time of year you may be able to witness the Wildebeest Migration (Dec-July), or an abundance of predators (June-Oct).

Day 5 Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Hotel
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Take an early morning game drive and return to camp in time for breakfast. Proceed with another game drive until lunch and then head to the Ngorongoro Crater. You may opt for a visit en-route to Oldupai Gorge. This site provides evidence of the earliest signs of mankind, showcasing hominid footprints preserved in volcanic rock that date back 3.6 million years.

Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater

Hotel
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater today for a six hour tour. As the world’s largest caldera (nearly 100 square miles), Ngorongoro boasts over 20,000 large animals, including Tanzania’s remaining black rhino. Living alongside the abundance of wildlife you will find 40,000 Maasai pastoralists with their cattle, goats, and sheep. The conservation gives you a rare look into how people harmoniously lived with nature and wildlife in ancient times. Return to Tarangire Safari Lodge for your last night in Tanzania.

Day 7 Tarangire National Park | Departure

1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

The better part of today is spent on a game drive in the Tarangire National Park. The park is known for its enormous herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and having the greatest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti. During the dry season (June-Sept), animals flock from hundreds of miles to drink from the Tarangire River. You are dropped off at either Arusha, Moshi, or the airport for your onward journey.

Kilimanjaro Halisi Retreat

Kilimanjaro Halisi Retreat

Near the main descent route for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro Halisi Retreat is located on a 350 acre organic coffee estate. It offers nature walks, coffee and tea tours, a swim in the river and views of the mountain. There are three buildings that are solar powered and the staff is always there to serve you.

Migunga Tented Camp

Migunga Tented Camp is the perfect lodging while you explore Lake Manyara National Park. Twenty-one tents make up this lovely camp, offering village visits, traditional safari, early morning game walks, and interactions with local Maasai Pastoralists.

Pakulala Safari Camp

This traditional Tanzania safari tented camp will amaze travelers with not only its modern comforts, but ideal location on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater! The camp blends seamlessly with its surroundings, and as there are no fences, local animals are welcome to come and go from camp as they please, day or night.

Serengeti Halisi Camp

Serengeti Halisi Camp is a seasonal camp that tracks the Great Migration. This movement positions guests for the best game viewing possibilities. Enjoy the intimate and inviting atmosphere, good food, and friendly service while exploring the Serengeti on Africa safari.

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Ideally located on a bluff just ten Km from the Tarangire National Park gate, the Tarangire Safari Lodge offers incredible views of the Tarangire River and the surrounding park. As the first lodge in the park, it offers guests an unparalleled location, incredible animal encounters year round, and comfortable accommodations.

Per person starting at

$4,620

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Included

6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 5 Dinners
6 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Meals as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Professional, bilingual guide service as listed
Excursions and activities as listed
Lake Manyara National Park Entrance Fee
Ngorongoro Crater Entrance Fee
Serengeti National Park Entrance Fee
Bottled Water while on Safari

Excluded

Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Tourist Visa
1) Both US Dollars and Tanzania Schillings are equally accepted. Most tourist stores and restaurants price items
in USD. Therefore, it is not necessary to have Schillings, if travelers bring enough USD.

2) If travelers do bring USD, bring small bills ($20 $10 $5 $1). Old $100 bills are not accepted and vendors are reluctant to accept new ones.

3) Travelers can get Schillings if needed, but there are very few ATMS.
Travelers will need to plan ahead with the guide to get cash. It is best to withdraw a large amount at once since there are so few opportunities.

4) Most stores and restaurants will accept major credit cards, however they will
charge you a fee (typically 4-5%).
Required Travel Insurance
Alcohol

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Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.

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