Embark on a 6-day, 5-night safari that combines immersive cultural experiences with thrilling wildlife adventures. Discover the rich traditions of the Masai people, traverse the diverse landscapes teeming with wildlife in renowned parks, and enjoy guided nature walks to explore the region's flora and fauna up close. Visit iconic locations like the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll witness the spectacular Great Migration and encounter diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, and rhinos. Stay in comfortable accommodations and enjoy expert guidance throughout this unforgettable journey into the heart of Tanzania's natural and cultural heritage.
Day 1
Airport - Hotel Drop-Off
Upon arrival at Destiny Explorers representative, we will pick you up from the airport and drive to the hotel.
You will have a good dinner and rest while waiting for your adventure to begin the next day.
If you arrive in the morning, there is an option to explore Arusha City for 2 hours.
Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel
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Day 2
African Elephants' Home- Tarangire National Park
You will be picked up from your accommodation and drive to Tarangire National Park; embark on a 4x4 safari Jeep to Tarangire, Tanzania’s third largest National park is known for its majestic baobab trees that dot the landscape, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. The Tarangire River is the centrepiece of this park which is famous for some of the largest herds of elephants in Africa.
Here you may see lions, leopards, cheetahs, lesser kudus, buffalos, oryx, elands, giraffes and zebras. Post the game drive, you will head back to your lodge where a delicious dinner awaits you.
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will start the safari by being transferred to the central part of the Serengeti (also called Seronera). Here, your driver will try to find the animals you're the most interested in. Closer to lunchtime you will visit the Serengeti Visitor Centre, where you will be offered a lunchbox and provided with lots of interesting information not only about the animals’ populations but also about the history of the national park. Also, in this area, you will be able to see hyraxes, which are the elephant's closest relatives.
It is difficult to describe in detail all the animals of the Serengeti plains, for they number in the thousands: elephants, buffaloes, ostriches, giraffes, jackals, hyenas, lions, antelopes, leopards, and cheetahs—just keep your eyes peeled and enjoy the nature around you.
In the evening, you will be transferred to a lodge, where you will have dinner and be able to rest.
Your overnight stay will be at the tented camp.
Day 4
The Black Rhino Spot-Ngorongoro Crater
On this day, it is best to leave the hotel as early as possible so you can see the variety of animals that are only active during the morning hours. At 6:30 am, you will set off for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and after about 2 hours you will already be inside the crater.
Ngorongoro is one of the most famous and interesting of Tanzania's national parks because here you can find the greatest number of different animal species per square kilometer. You will have the chance to see buffalos, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, hippopotamus, and feline species such as caracals and servals. The luckiest travelers might even see a rhinoceros, an animal whose numbers are rapidly declining.
Day 5
Tree-Climbing Lions of Lake Manyara National Park
After waking up, you will have breakfast and travel to Lake Manyara. The entire territory of this park is cut through with groundwater streams that provide a favorable environment for plants. In addition to a multitude of birds (including pink flamingos) and African forest animals.
Around lunchtime, you will visit the Maji Moto hot springs and the driver will provide you with personal lunch boxes. After this stop, the safari will continue, and by late afternoon you will have a cultural tour of Maasai Boma for a cultural experience. Later in the evening, you will be transferred to a hotel. In Lake Manyara, you have an option to add extra activities like night game drive, canoeing, and a walking safari to feel the excitement of exploring the wild in Tanzania on foot.
Your dinner and overnight stay will be in Moshi at Chanya Lodge.
Day 6
Materuni Village | Cultural Tour |Coffee
Materuni Waterfalls is one of the biggest and most popular waterfalls in Kilimanjaro region. The waterfalls are situated on the slope of Mount Kilimanjaro, to the Chagga community. The source of water comes directly from the glacier on top of Kilimanjaro.
A 30-minute walk through the stunning green landscape of Chagga land will bring you to this huge waterfall. You will go swimming in the refreshing water and have a break for lunch at this beautiful waterfall. With very nice weather, you will be able to see Mount Kilimanjaro very closely.
No trip to Tanzania would be complete without the cultural experience of a coffee tour. You'll discover the true meaning of farm-to-table with a guided tour and tasting at one of the country’s premier coffee plantations. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the farm unique. You'll learn about growing, cultivation, harvesting, blending, roasting process, and the influential history of coffee and try to sample a cup of your favorite blend.
Start dates Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 , Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Solo1 room n/a*
2 peopleSharing rooms $1,550
Important to Know:
This tour requires a minimum of two participants and is not available to solo travelers. Rates are per person and do not include international flights to or from your home country. Please note that this tour does not accommodate children.