Arriving in Arusha

Arusha - The driver guide will be ready to greet and warmly welcome guests at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport upon arrival in Tanzania. Following this, guests will be transported to Arusha to relax at Planet Lodge and anticipate the exciting adventures awaiting them the next day.

Arusha to Tarangire

Tarangire National Park - After enjoying breakfast, guests will meet a representative who will provide an overview of the Tanzanian safari. The journey then continues to Tarangire National Park, which spans over 2,600 square kilometers (1,000 square miles) and ranks as the sixth-largest national park in Tanzania. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds, majestic baobab trees, and tree-climbing pythons. After lunch at the lodge, an afternoon game drive will offer the first taste of the wildlife adventure. Guests will return to the lodge in the evening.

Serengeti

Serengeti National Park - Following breakfast, the journey proceeds through the Olduvai Gorge and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park. Covering 14,763 square kilometers (5,700 square miles), the park features rivers, forests, woodlands, grasslands, plains, and savannahs. Located in northern Tanzania, it borders the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Upon arrival, a game drive through the Serengeti Central Areas will be conducted, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Central Serengeti Luxury Camp.

Serengeti

Serengeti National Park - The morning will be spent observing wildlife on the expansive Serengeti plains, with a picnic lunch in the park around 1:30 pm. The game drive will continue until dusk. The Serengeti is famous for the annual migration across its vast savannah grasslands, showcasing thousands of animals, predominantly wildebeest. The park is also home to cheetahs, leopards, and lions, some of which remain on the central plain or migrate with the herds. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at Central Serengeti Luxury Camps.

Serengeti

Serengeti National Park - The morning will be spent observing wildlife on the expansive Serengeti plains, with a picnic lunch in the park around 1:30 pm. The game drive will continue until dusk. The Serengeti is famous for the annual migration across its vast savannah grasslands, showcasing thousands of animals, predominantly wildebeest. The park is also home to cheetahs, leopards, and lions, some of which remain on the central plain or migrate with the herds. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at Central Serengeti Luxury Camps.

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Serengeti National Park - After breakfast, the journey continues from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest unbroken caldera, is a World Heritage Site. The crater is surrounded by 600-meter (2,000 feet) high cliffs, descending into an area of approximately 246 square kilometers (95 square miles). Among the vast herds of zebra and wildebeest, guests may spot elephants, lions, and possibly the rare black rhino. The day concludes with an overnight stay at Rhino Lodge on the crater rim.

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Departing at 6:00 am after breakfast at 5:50 am, guests will embark on a six to seven-hour game drive in the crater. On the crater floor, they will encounter the local community living within this World Heritage Site and enjoy a picnic lunch. The Ngorongoro Crater offers excellent game viewing year-round, with abundant grazing and water supporting a permanent wildlife population. The day ends with a return to Farm of Dreams Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara National Park - Lake Manyara in Tanzania is a freshwater lake that hosts thousands of bird species at various times of the year. The lakeshore is adorned with flamingoes, creating a shimmering pink spectacle. Other birds include ostriches, egrets, herons, pelicans, and storks. This is the park’s most striking landscape! Depending on the time available, a full-day game drive will be conducted in Lake Manyara National Park. The evening will be spent at Arusha Planet Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Arusha to Kilimanjaro

Arusha - After breakfast at the lodge, guests will depart for Arusha on their final day in Tanzania. They will then be transported to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport according to their flight schedule, ensuring a smooth journey home.

• All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
• Professional driver/guide
• All transportation
• Guide in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Parking fees

• Tips

The classic Northern Tanzania safari offers a comprehensive experience in the area’s most famous national parks and conservation areas. It is an ideal destination for those eager to observe and engage with majestic wildlife. On the first day, a city tour is available as an excursion; the guide will lead visitors to the local markets, the renowned Masai market, the Arusha Museum, and the Arusha Cultural Heritage Center. There will also be an opportunity to sample local cuisine.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.