Classic Safari & Culture Combo 6days,5nights.

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Known as Tanzania’s “safari capital,” Arusha sits at the foot of Mount Meru. Spend the day relaxing, and meet your guide for a pre-safari briefing in the evening.

• Travel Time: 1-hour drive from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha.
• Accommodation:

  • Budget: Outpost Lodge
  • Semi-Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury: Gran Melia Arusha

After breakfast, set out for Tarangire National Park, an approximately 2-hour drive. Known for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire offers a unique and picturesque landscape. During your morning game drive, spot elephants, zebras, and giraffes roaming freely, along with predators like lions and leopards. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch within the park, surrounded by stunning scenery and the sounds of the wild. In the afternoon, continue your game drive as you explore Tarangire’s diverse ecosystems, from swamps to savannas, before retiring to your lodge for the evening.

• Travel Time: 2-hour drive from Arusha to Tarangire.
• Accommodation:

  • Budget: Tarangire Safari Lodge
  • Semi-Luxury: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
  • Luxury: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge

Today, drive from Tarangire to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. This 3-hour journey passes through scenic landscapes and Maasai communities. Arriving at the crater rim, you’ll descend 2,000 feet into this vast volcanic caldera. Spend the day exploring the crater floor, home to a wide range of animals, including endangered black rhinos, hippos, and flocks of pink flamingos around Lake Magadi. With a picnic lunch, you’ll have a full day of game viewing before heading to your lodge on the crater rim, where spectacular sunset views await.

• Travel Time: 3-hour drive from Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater.
• Accommodation:

  • Budget: Rhino Lodge
  • Semi-Luxury: Ngorongoro Farm House
  • Luxury: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

After breakfast, travel to Serengeti National Park, with an optional visit to Olduvai Gorge, where some of the earliest human fossils were discovered. This 3-hour drive introduces you to the Serengeti’s expansive plains, famed for its abundant wildlife and seasonal Great Migration. Once in the park, enjoy an afternoon game drive with your expert guide, exploring areas where lions, leopards, and cheetahs hunt or relax in the tall grasses. Experience the magic of a Serengeti sunset before returning to your lodge for dinner under the African stars.

• Travel Time: 3-hour drive from Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti.
• Accommodation:

  • Budget: Serengeti Wildebeest Camp
  • Semi-Luxury: Kati Kati Tented Camp
  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Start your morning with a thrilling game drive across the Serengeti, taking advantage of the early hours when many animals are active. After breakfast, continue with another drive through the park, spotting different species like hyenas, zebras, and large herds of wildebeests. By mid-morning, begin your journey to Mto wa Mbu, a 4-hour drive from the Serengeti. This vibrant village offers a unique cultural experience with its mix of ethnic groups, local markets, and bustling art scene. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Tanzanian meal prepared by the local community.

• Travel Time: 4-hour drive from Serengeti to Mto wa Mbu.
• Accommodation:

  • Budget: Twiga Lodge
  • Semi-Luxury: Rift Valley Lodge
  • Luxury: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

Your final day starts with a guided tour of Mto wa Mbu, where you’ll gain insight into the daily lives of local residents and their creative arts. Walk through banana plantations, visit a local school, and meet artisans crafting colorful paintings, wood carvings, and woven baskets. This cultural tour offers a rich, immersive experience, complete with a tasting of local foods and traditional coffee. By afternoon, drive back to Arusha, where you’ll have time to shop for souvenirs or relax before your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

• Travel Time: 2-hour drive from Mto wa Mbu to Arusha.