Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide, marking the start of your unforgettable Tanzania safari trip. From the airport, you will be transferred to Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge, a charming retreat nestled at the base of Mount Meru. This historic lodge, surrounded by lush gardens, tranquil lakes, and forested trails, offers the perfect setting to relax after your journey. Spend your afternoon wandering through the serene grounds, spotting colobus monkeys in the treetops, or simply soaking in the fresh mountain air and breathtaking views. It’s an ideal first stop on your Tanzania safari trip, allowing you to unwind and prepare for the adventures ahead across the country’s world-famous national parks.

Accommodation Options:Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge

After an early breakfast, your Tanzania safari trip continues with an exciting drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Carrying a packed lunch, you’ll spend the entire day exploring the park’s breathtaking landscapes, which are dotted with ancient baobab trees and sweeping savannahs. Tarangire is renowned for its giant elephant herds, often seen in impressive numbers near the Tarangire River, as well as thriving populations of predators like lions and leopards. Keep your camera ready for sightings of giraffes gracefully striding across the plains, zebras grazing in large herds, and the dazzling variety of over 550 recorded bird species, making Tarangire a birdwatcher’s paradise.

Midday, pause at a scenic picnic spot inside the park to enjoy your packed lunch while surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wilderness. In the afternoon, resume your safari, exploring Tarangire’s seasonal swamps and acacia woodlands, where you may encounter buffalo, wildebeests, and even the elusive cheetah. As the sun begins to set, you will exit the park and continue to Karatu, a lush highland town that serves as the perfect base for exploring the northern safari circuit.

Here, you will enjoy a warm welcome, dinner, and overnight stay at Kitela Lodge, a beautiful property set amidst rolling coffee plantations and offering stunning views of the Ngorongoro Highlands. This comfortable retreat is the perfect place to relax and prepare for the next adventure on your Tanzania safari trip.
Accommodation: Kitela Lodge

On the final day of your Tanzania safari trip, rise early for breakfast before embarking on an unforgettable adventure into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” The crater is the largest intact caldera on earth and offers one of the highest concentrations of wildlife anywhere in Africa. As you descend 600 meters to the crater floor, you’ll enter a natural haven that is home to the legendary Big Five—lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo—along with cheetahs, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and an incredible variety of birds.

Spend the morning exploring the diverse ecosystems of the crater, from open savannah and acacia forests to freshwater lakes and swamps. Pause at Lake Magadi, a seasonal soda lake where hippos wallow and flocks of flamingos gather, for a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking views. Afterward, continue your game drive across the crater floor, enjoying close encounters with wildlife in this unique natural amphitheater.

In the afternoon, ascend the crater rim and begin your return journey to Arusha, reflecting on the incredible memories of your Tanzania safari trip. Depending on your onward plans, you’ll be transferred either to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight or to your next destination within Tanzania or East Africa.