Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be met by a representative from Lion King Adventures and transferred to your luxury hotel. Relax and refresh at the base of Mount Meru before your safari begins. Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants
Journey to Tarangire National Park, home to some of Africa’s largest elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a thrilling game drive where you may see giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, lions, and leopards. After lunch in the bush, continue to Karatu for a peaceful evening. Accommodation: Kitela Lodge
Day 3: Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping to view the crater rim, then descend into the Serengeti, famous for its open savannas and predator sightings. Enjoy a scenic drive and lunch en route to your tented camp. Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp
Day 4: Serengeti – Black Rhino Tracking
Today is the highlight: a Black Rhino Tracking experience guided by conservation rangers. Spot rhinos in their natural habitat while learning about protection efforts. The rest of the day includes classic game drives with potential sightings of big cats, hyenas, hippos, and more. Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
Enjoy a full day of exploration in the Serengeti. You may opt for early morning and sunset drives or a full-day safari with a picnic. This area boasts lion prides, leopards lounging in acacia trees, massive herds, and countless bird species. Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Big Five Wonderland
Depart Serengeti after breakfast and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most biodiverse wildlife havens. Spot black rhinos, elephants, lions, flamingos, and zebras within this collapsed volcanic caldera before heading back to Karatu. Accommodation: Kitela Lodge
Day 7: Lake Manyara National Park & Departure
Your final stop is Lake Manyara, a small park known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush groundwater forests. After a morning game drive and picnic lunch, you’ll be transferred to Arusha or the airport for your onward journey.