Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arusha - Gran Melia Hotel

   • Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport (Time to be advised).
   • Drive to Arusha.
   • Check-in at the Gran Melia Hotel.

   Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at Gran Melia Hotel or a similar accommodation option.

2. Day 2: Tarangire National Park - Tarangire Sopa Lodge

   • After breakfast, depart from the Gran Melia Hotel to Tarangire National Park, approximately a two-hour drive.

   • Tarangire National Park is particularly captivating during the dry season, attracting numerous migratory wildlife species to the permanent waters of the Tarangire River. Witness large herds of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, elands, and Oryx congregating until the rains prompt another migration to abundant grazing areas.

   • In the late afternoon, head to Tarangire Sopa Lodge for an overnight stay, including dinner and breakfast.

   Overnight at Tarangire Sopa Lodge (Full Board) or a similar accommodation option.

3. Day 3: Olduvai Gorge – Serengeti - Ole Serai Luxury Lodge

   • Embark on a drive to the spectacular Serengeti National Park via Olduvai Gorge, a journey that typically takes 3 to 4 hours.

   • Olduvai Gorge, situated in the eastern Serengeti plains, is an archaeological site where early human fossils were first uncovered. The landscape is remarkable, shaped by the tectonic forces that gave rise to the Great Rift Valley millions of years ago.

   • In the late evening, continue the drive to your destination and overnight at the Ole Serai Luxury Lodge, where accommodations include full board.

   Overnight at Ole Serai Luxury Lodge (Full Board) or a similar accommodation option.

4. Day 4: Serengeti - Ole Serai Luxury Lodge

   • Begin the day with breakfast before embarking on a full-day adventure into the wilderness of Serengeti National Park.

   • Explore the breathtaking corners of the park, enjoying a day filled with game viewing. Witness the world's largest concentration of plain game roaming freely in this designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   • Take your leisure during the day, with a picnic lunch at your side, as you immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Serengeti.

   • In the late evening, return to the Oleserai Luxury Lodge for rest, dinner, and an overnight stay.

   Overnight at Ole Serai Luxury Lodge (Full Board) or a similar accommodation option.

5. Day 5: Ngorongoro - Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

   • Following breakfast, embark on a drive to Ngorongoro Crater for an immersive game drive within the crater.

   • Renowned as the best place in Tanzania to observe black rhinos, the crater also hosts prides of lions, including the magnificent black-manned males. Witness a variety of wildlife, including colorful flamingoes and numerous water birds.

   • The diverse range of animals in the crater includes leopard, cheetah, hyena, other members of the antelope family, and small mammals.

   • In the late afternoon, journey to Ngorongoro Serena Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

   Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge (Full Board) or a similar accommodation option.

6. Day 6: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha - Gran Melia Hotel

   • Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, enjoying the scenic journey.

   • After a picnic lunch in Manyara, embark on a late afternoon game drive, the optimal time to observe wildlife in the park.

   • As you approach the park from the east, the Rift Valley escarpment provides a stunning backdrop to the lake. In the ground water forest, witness monkeys leaping from branch to branch, and elephants finding shade on the escarpment.

   • Spot a variety of animals, including zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffalos, hippos, and more during the game drive.

   • Later in the day, return to Gran Melia Hotel in Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay.

   Overnight at Gran Melia Hotel (Full Board) or a similar accommodation option.

7. Day 7: Kilimanjaro Airport - Departure

   • Take advantage of a leisurely morning, enjoying a relaxed start to the day.

   • Later, proceed with your transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your return flight home.