Classic Tanzania
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Overview
Tanzania is one of the continent’s most renowned safari destinations. Here, across the open plains, its game-rich parks and landscapes enjoy an enviable reputation for wildlife encounters that is fully justified. Combining some of the country’s finest parks and safari camp accommodation, this stunning itinerary showcases the best the region has to offer.
Beginning amongst the coffee plantations of Arusha, your journey takes you to the shores of Lake ...
Tanzania is one of the continent’s most renowned safari destinations. Here, across the open plains, its game-rich parks and landscapes enjoy an enviable reputation for wildlife encounters that is fully justified. Combining some of the country’s finest parks and safari camp accommodation, this stunning itinerary showcases the best the region has to offer.
Beginning amongst the coffee plantations of Arusha, your journey takes you to the shores of Lake Manyara and the unparalleled adventures that await on the lower slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest caldera. Discover the incredible array of wildlife which congregate in the volcanic crater.
Leaving this veritable Garden of Eden behind, you head next for the vast, open savannahs of the Serengeti, home to perhaps the greatest animal migration on the planet. Camped amongst the game-rich lands of Ndutu and Serengeti Central, you’ll have time to explore on safaris before travelling back to Kilimanjaro and the end of this breathless adventure.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Suggested Itinerary
This is a suggested itinerary. Our experts have all travelled widely in the region and will be happy to tailor any of our itineraries to suit your tastes, or build a trip from scratch.
DAY 1: KILIMANJARO - ARUSHA
DAY 1: KILIMANJARO - ARUSHA
Arriving into Kilimanjaro Airport today, you will be collected and transferred across to the outskirts of Arusha where the afternoon will be free to relax, enjoy the stunning setting around your lodge and prepare for the adventure ahead.
DAY 2: ARUSHA - LAKE MANYARA
DAY 2: ARUSHA - LAKE MANYARA
After a morning's game drive and a hearty breakfast at the lodge, you will transfer to Lake Manyara National Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. The park boasts rich ground water forest, lakeside grassland and a variety of trees and shrubs. Armed with a packed lunch, you can spend the day exploring the park in search of its famous tree climbing lion. The lake is also famous for its flamingoes, pelicans, storks and shorebirds. An early evening departure from the park sees you driving to Plantation Lodge in Karatu.
DAY 3: EXPLORE LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AND NGORONGORO CRATER
DAY 3: EXPLORE LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AND NGORONGORO CRATER
This morning you will drive to the renowned Ngorongoro Crater, surely one of the most phenomenal sites in Africa. Drive to the rim to enjoy the view before descending through the forest canopy to the crater floor. Your full day safari will include a picnic lunch in this giant volcanic caldera home to a high concentration of game, before returning back to the lodge later this afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure.
DAY 4: LAKE MANYARA - CENTRAL SERENGETI
DAY 4: LAKE MANYARA - CENTRAL SERENGETI
Following breakfast, you will be met and driven to Moru in Central Serengeti, stopping at the Olduvai Gorge for a brief historical visit en route. Many human fossils have been found here, that created a fuller picture of human evolution and stone tool use. Go on a game drive around the Ndutu plains on the way to camp where you will arrive in time for lunch. Embark on another game drive this afternoon from the Kirurumu Serengeti Ndutu Camp before dinner late in the evening.
DAY 5: EXPLORE THE CENTRAL SERENGETI
DAY 5: EXPLORE THE CENTRAL SERENGETI
Another day of game drives to explore the plains.
DAY 6: EXPLORE THE CENTRAL SERENGETI
DAY 6: EXPLORE THE CENTRAL SERENGETI
Another day of game drives to enjoy this stunning part of Africa.
DAY 7: CENTRAL SERENGETI - NORTHERN SERENGETI
DAY 7: CENTRAL SERENGETI - NORTHERN SERENGETI
Following breakfast, you will be transferred to Northern Serengeti where you will be driven down through the park to your overnight safari camp for the next two nights. The landscape is characterised by vast stretches of open plains and open woodlands punctuated by rock formations known as kopjes that have survived from the Pre-Cambrian period. Lunch will be followed by some free time before heading out later to enjoy a late afternoon game drive.
DAY 8: EXPLORE THE NORTHERN SERENGETI REGION
DAY 8: EXPLORE THE NORTHERN SERENGETI REGION
Undoubtedly one of the world’s best-known wildlife sanctuaries, the Serengeti is home to the highest density of animals in the world as well as being noted for its natural beauty, diversity and scientific value. Explore the park in the company of an experienced and knowledgeable guide.
DAY 9: EXPLORE THE NORTHERN SERENGETI REGION
DAY 9: EXPLORE THE NORTHERN SERENGETI REGION
Accompanied by your guide, enjoy another full day of exploring the famous Serengeti plains.
DAY 10: SERENGETI NORTH - ARUSHA - DEPART KILIMANJARO AIRPORT
DAY 10: SERENGETI NORTH - ARUSHA - DEPART KILIMANJARO AIRPORT
A last safari and a farewell breakfast this morning, and then it is back to the airstrip for the flight to Arusha. You will be taken out for lunch and provided a day room at Meru Game Lodge before travelling to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight where your tour ends.
SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION
Rivertrees Country Inn, Arusha
Rivertrees is a wonderfully traditional country inn, tucked away in the foothills of Mount Meru, offering easy access from both Arusha and Kilimanjaro Airports and onwards to the other parks of Tanzania’s iconic northern circuit. The bedrooms are all housed in rustic cottages set around the lush ground from which a chorus of birdsong can often heard in the mornings. Inside, the rooms all have a very traditional feel, with mosquito net draped beds, antique furnishing, spacious en-suite bathrooms and small terraces found at the front or side of each cottage. There is a sparkling swimming pool and small massage room in the main part of the lodge, as well as an excellent restaurant.
The Plantation Lodge, Karatu
Conveniently located midway between the famed Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, Plantation Lodge is a peaceful and traditional base for your northern safari. Surrounded by coffee farms inspired by Hemingway, it has the ambience of a country farmhouse with elegant decor and lush tropical gardens bursting with colour. Dotted around the well-kept grounds, each of the 18 guestrooms and suites are individually decorated using local arts and crafts with full en-suite bathrooms and lovely verandas. There is also a refreshing swimming pool with wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and mount Oldeani in the background.
Kirurumu Serengeti North Mobile Camp, Serengeti North
Kirurumu Serengeti North, or Ndutu Camp, is a classic-style mobile camp which moves seasonally between Ndutu & Northern Serengeti to take advantage of the vast Serengeti. As a small and intimate camp, the staff are on hand to make your stay as memorable as possible. The camp offers seven comfortable, safari-style tents with en suite toilets and showers, solar lighting and hot water, a desk and private terraces. The tents have netted windows for beautiful views from your bed and are covered in green tarpaulin for a camouflage look. At night guests can enjoy delicious food by the campfire. With charter flights from Arusha, Northern Serengeti has never been more accessible yet exclusive.
Kirurumu Central Serengeti Camp, Serengeti Central
Kirurumu’s Central Serengeti location is a mobile camp that moves seasonally within the area for the best vantage point. The camp consists of seven double or twin canvas tents with full, solid, net-covered beds; ensuite, hot showers and flushing toilets; and solar-powered lighting. The main mess tent is simple, with a comfy sitting area and a communal dining table where the camp’s wonderful meals are served when not enjoying an outdoor picnic under the clear sky.
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