Begin your journey in Tarangire National Park, home to vast herds of elephants and the iconic baobab-studded landscapes—enhanced by the option of a hot-air balloon safari. Continue to Lake Manyara for a treetop walkway experience before venturing into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Explore the ancient “Cradle of Mankind” and enjoy a scenic lunch at the base of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, surrounded by remarkable wildlife and breathtaking African vistas.
Journey Time: Approx. 1 Hour
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Int. Airport, you will be met by your dedicated safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax
Overnight: Luxury: Gran Melia Arusha Hotel – or similar
Midrange: Acacia Retreat – or similar
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
Journey Time: Approx. 2 Hours
Pickup Time: 07:00Hrs. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then check out and depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, make a brief stop at the lodge to store your luggage. Your guide will collect packed lunches for a picnic to be enjoyed during the day’s game drive in the park. Planned Activity: Embark on a full-day guided game drive in Tarangire, including a walking safari to fully appreciate the park’s unique features. Get up close to vast herds of elephants, diverse wildlife, vibrant birdlife, and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a bush picnic amidst the stunning natural surroundings, before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight rest.
Overnight: Luxury: Elewana Tarangire Treetops – or similar
Midrange: Serian Tarangire Camp – or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board
Journey Time: Approx. 11/2 Hours
Pick-up Time: 04:00Hrs. Enjoy an early shower and pack your luggage, before a transfer to the balloon launch site for your pre-flight briefing.
Planned Activity: Tarangire Balloon Safari and Bush Breakfast –Arrive at the launch site by 06:00Hrs for a safety briefing before embarking on a sunrise balloon flight. Drift silently above Tarangire’s breathtaking landscape, enjoying panoramic views of the Tarangire River, lush swamps, river valleys, iconic baobab trees, and herds of elephants alongside diverse wildlife and bird species. The experience is crowned with a delicious bush breakfast and game drive; after which you will return to the lodge for lunch before transferring to Lake Manyara National Park.
Manyara planned activities:
Begin with a guided forest walk or hike (up to two hours)
Experience the Lake Manyara Treetop Walkway (approximately 45 minutes)
Enjoy a cultural visit and village walk in Mto Wa Mbu (up to two hours)
Overnight: Luxury: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge – or similar
Midrange: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge – or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board
Journey Time: Approx. 2 Hours
Pick-up Time: 06:00Hrs. Early breakfast at your lodge and explore Lake Manyara before proceeding to the famous Ngorongoro Crater – Arrive and embark on a guided safari, followed by a delicious lunch served within the crater.
Top Experiences at Ngorongoro: Embark on a guided game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, home to over 20,000 large mammals, including endangered rhinos, lions, and diverse birdlife, all framed by towering crater walls. Afterward, visit Olduvai Gorge—known as the “Cradle of Mankind”—to explore the site of early human fossil discoveries and learn about the Leakey family’s work at the Olduvai Museum. End your day with a sundowner, enjoying spectacular views of the crater at sunset.
Thereafter, you will be dropped off at the lodge to freshen up before dinner.
Overnight: Luxury: Melia Ngorongoro Lodge – or similar
Midrange: The Castle at Ngorongoro – or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board
Journey Time: Approx. 04 Hours
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and check out by 10:00Hrs (Your farewell lunch is arranged at a local restaurant) Depending on your onward flight schedule, depart Ngorongoro for Kilimanjaro Airport to complete your check-in process. For late flights, dayroom(s) can be arranged at an additional cost.
Meal Plan: Breakfast | Lunch
