Your Safari Trip in Tanzania begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Materuni Village, set on the lush slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. A guided hike takes you to the stunning Materuni Waterfall, where you can swim in crystal-clear waters at the base of the falls. The adventure continues with a cultural encounter as you learn about the Chagga tribe’s traditions and take part in a coffee-making tour, roasting and grinding beans the traditional way before tasting your own brew. Return to Arusha for your overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Kibo Palace Hotel

After breakfast, journey to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds. Spend the afternoon on game drives along the Tarangire River, a vital lifeline attracting wildlife such as lions, leopards, zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes. This park is quieter than Serengeti, offering an intimate introduction to Tanzania’s wilderness.

Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Lodge

Start with a morning game drive in Tarangire, then continue to Lake Manyara National Park. Nestled at the foot of the Great Rift Valley, Manyara offers diverse ecosystems, from dense forests to its alkaline lake. Look out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, elephants, and colorful flamingos decorating the lake. After an afternoon game drive, relax at your lodge with dinner overlooking the valley.

Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Lodge

Today, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best wildlife-viewing areas on Earth. Within this natural amphitheater, you may encounter the Big Five: lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and the rare black rhino. Alongside these are wildebeest, zebras, hippos, and flamingos at Lake Magadi. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by wildlife before ascending to your lodge on the crater rim.

Overnight Stay: Ngorongoro Farm House

Depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ndutu plains, which are particularly important during the calving season (December–March). The Southern Serengeti’s fertile grasslands attract vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, followed closely by predators. Your first Serengeti game drive reveals this rich ecosystem before settling into your camp.

Overnight Stay: Tukaone Camp

Spend the morning exploring the open plains of Southern Serengeti, where predators thrive during calving season. In the afternoon, transfer to Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera Valley. This area is renowned for its year-round resident wildlife and high concentrations of lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

Overnight Stay: Tukaone Camps

Dedicate a full day to exploring Central Serengeti. Game drives cover varied landscapes, from riverine forests to rocky kopjes and open savannahs. This region is nicknamed the “Big Cat Capital of Africa,” offering unparalleled opportunities to see lions, leopards, and cheetahs hunting across the plains. Elephants, giraffes, and hippos add to the abundance of wildlife sightings.

Overnight Stay: Tukaone Camps

This morning, enjoy a final game drive in Central Serengeti before heading west towards the Grumeti River. The Western Serengeti is famous for enormous Nile crocodiles and seasonal migration crossings, particularly in June. The lush riverine forests and open woodlands here provide unique wildlife viewing in one of the park’s wilder, less-visited areas.

Overnight Stay: Tukaone Camps

Continue your Safari Trip in Tanzania northwards into one of the park’s most remote regions. The Northern Serengeti offers rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and the iconic Mara River. From July to October, this area is the stage for dramatic river crossings, where wildebeest and zebras plunge into crocodile-filled waters while predators wait nearby. Even outside migration season, this is prime territory for elephants, giraffes, and big cats.

Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Lodge

Conclude your safari with a morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti, seeking out the last glimpses of predators and herds before your departure. Depending on your schedule, you’ll transfer to a local airstrip for a light aircraft flight back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Safari Trip in Tanzania.