Day 1: Arrival – Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your luxury safari Tanzania guide will meet and transfer you to Arusha for your first night in Tanzania. Settle in, relax, and prepare for your upcoming adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game drives. The park is famous for its huge elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and later drive to your lodge near Manyara for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
Start your day with a nature walk along Lake Manyara, where you’ll learn about plants, animal tracks, and possibly spot flamingos. Later, embark on a game drive through the park’s lush forests and open plains. Keep an eye out for tree-climbing lions and playful monkeys.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Day 4: Manyara – Serengeti National Park
Today you’ll journey to the Serengeti, traveling through rolling highlands and open plains. Enjoy a game drive en route and a picnic lunch in the bush. As you reach the park, wildlife viewing opportunities increase—expect to see wildebeest, zebras, lions, and more.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti
Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Serengeti. Explore both morning and afternoon safaris for chances to witness predator action, grazing herds, and possibly the Great Migration (seasonal). Optional hot air balloon safari available at an additional cost.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Camps and Lodges
Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, continue with luxury safari Tanzania game drive through the Serengeti before making your way to the Ngorongoro region. On arrival, enjoy dinner and settle in for the night near the crater rim.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – Mkomazi National Park
Descend 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven and one of the best places to see the endangered black rhino. After a picnic lunch at the hippo pool, depart for Mkomazi National Park, a quieter, off-the-beaten-path wildlife reserve.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge (overnight before drive)
Day 8: Mkomazi National Park
Arrive in Mkomazi for a game drive and picnic lunch. This park is a hidden gem where you might see giraffes, zebras, elephants, and more. Settle into your lodge and enjoy dinner after a peaceful evening game drive.
Accommodation: Mkomazi Hotel
Day 9: Full Day in Mkomazi
Spend another full day in Mkomazi with morning and afternoon game drives. You can also opt to visit the Mkomazi Rhino Sanctuary or take a guided bush walk (extra fee).
Accommodation: Mkomazi Hotel
Day 10: Mkomazi – Usambara Mountains
Today, drive to the Usambara Mountains, known for their cooler climate, vibrant greenery, and panoramic views. Begin exploring this lush region on foot, visiting viewpoints and learning about the local culture and rural life.
Accommodation: Usambara Mountain Lodge
Day 11: Usambara Mountain Hike
Spend a second day hiking through the Usambara range, passing local villages and farms. The region offers a refreshing contrast to the savannah, with the chance to spot rare species like wild dogs and lesser kudu.
Accommodation: Usambara Mountain Lodge
Day 12: Departure Day
After breakfast, drive back to the airport for your international departure or choose to extend your adventure to destinations like Zanzibar.
End of your 12-day luxury safari Tanzania unforgettable safari.
