TANZANIA

Arusha / Arrival Day

You may fly into Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport (both are convenient), where our private driver will be there to transfer you to our hotel. The rest of the day will be yours to recover from jet lag and meet your fellow travelers. In the evening, we’ll gather for a tour orientation and welcome dinner.

Included meals: Dinner

Arusha

Today we'll visit the Shanga Cooperative in Arusha, a social enterprise focused on empowering people with disabilities through sustainable crafts. We’ll begin with a Maasai beading workshop, where you'll create your own bracelet using traditional techniques. Afterwards we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the workshops, where artisans produce beautiful items from recycled materials. We’ll also have the chance to try some hands-on activities and chat with the artisans. The afternoon will be free to unwind in laid-back Arusha. Your tour leader will be available with options like a local market visit or a walk near Mount Meru.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Arusha / Tarangire National Park

Leaving Arusha behind, we'll travel towards the Tarangire National Park, where we’ll embark on our first safari game drive of the trip. Home to one of the most reliable sources of freshwater in the country, this park is one of the best locations for spotting wildlife. As we enter the park, we’ll need to keep our eyes peeled as we search for a variety of different animals including buffaloes, elephants, antelopes, wildebeests, lions, giraffes, cheetahs and more! After the game drive, we'll settle into our comfortable countryside accommodation for the night.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tarangire National park / Lake Manyara

Today we’ll continue our exploration of Tarangire National Park. Our guide will take us to areas of the park that we didn’t have time to visit yesterday, with more stunning views and diverse wildlife to see. Tarangire is home to some rare species, like the long-necked gerenuk and oryx, which are hard to find even in the Serengeti. We might also spot hyraxes, small creatures that surprisingly share a distant relation to elephants, and they often allow you to get close enough for some great photos. For bird lovers, Tarangire offers over 550 species to observe. After a full day of wildlife spotting, we’ll make our way to our hotel near Lake Manyara to rest and prepare for tomorrow’s adventures.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lake Manyara / Mto Wa Mbu / Maasai Village / Lake Manyara

After breakfast we’ll visit the fascinating Mto Wa Mbu village, a cultural melting pot of 120 different tribes that peacefully coexist. From farmers to artisans to painters and more, we’ll mingle with the community and gain an understanding about their lives and culture. We’ll then head off to a local Maasai village. Here we’ll get a close look at the local way of life, including the construction of their huts, the clothes and ornaments they make, and even get a chance to participate in their famous jumping dance, the adumu. In the evening, we’ll return to our accommodation by Lake Manyara.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lake Manyara / Ngorongoro / Serengeti National Park

Off we go to the amazing Ngorongoro Crater, a 100-square mile former volcano that's now home to over 30,000 animals. Here we’ll have the best chance of seeing large herds of zebras, wildebeest and elephants as well as carnivores such as lions and hyenas that thrive in the caldera from the abundance of prey. We'll also try and spot some rare seasonal birds that come to Lake Magadi specifically to drink the alkaline water. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the most magnificent places to visit in all of Tanzania and will not disappoint! After our safari, we’ll reach our accommodation in the nearby Serengeti.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Serengeti National Park

Today we’ll enter the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site that is known as the Serengeti. It’s the ultimate safari destination with a surreal multitude of wildlife, including lions, cheetahs and hyenas. Add in giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, leopards and more and this park provides the best chance to observe wildlife in their struggle for survival. We’ll partake in a full-day safari through the Serengeti, with our highly-skilled naturalist leading us on a journey for a lifetime.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Serengeti National Park / Arusha

Early in the morning, there will be an optional excursion - a hot air balloon ride safari at sunrise! Floating above the plains will give us a bird's-eye view of the landscape and the waking wildlife, a truly special experience. Afterwards we’ll dive back into the wild for our second game drive in the Serengeti. Here in the Serengeti Valley, the animal world is directly connected with history. Seeing herds of wildebeest passing by the German forts of the First World War is an unforgettable experience. So is witnessing extinct volcanoes and mountain ridges that merge into plains extending towards the horizon in the west. Being right there in person, among the landscapes and the animals that inhabit them, will undoubtedly leave us with a sense of magic. After our morning safari, we’ll catch a short afternoon flight back to Arusha where we’ll spend the night.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Arusha / Materuni / Moshi

Heading out of Arusha, we’ll begin with a short drive to the Materuni Waterfall. During the walk to the falls, we’ll encounter local fruits such as avocados, mangos, lemons, and bananas and we’ll learn about the local history, traditions, village economy and culture of the region. When we reach the waterfall, you can refresh yourself in the natural pool, so swimsuits will come in handy! The day will then continue with a visit to the local Chaga village that sits among the coffee plantations. The villagers will demonstrate the process of coffee farming and guide us through the preparation of coffee from a bean to a cup. The Chaga people will not only prepare us some of their famous fragrant coffee but they will also prepare some of their typical dishes as we sit down with them for lunch. After our village visit, we’ll drive to the relaxed town of Moshi, where we’ll spend our final two nights.

Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Moshi

Today is a free day to relax and enjoy Moshi at your own pace. You might choose to explore the local markets, visit nearby shops, or spend some time at a café enjoying the views. A guided coffee tour at one of the local farms is another great option for those interested in learning more about the region’s famous coffee. Your tour leader will be on hand throughout the day to assist with planning or making any arrangements. In the evening, we’ll gather for a farewell dinner together before heading back home the following day.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Moshi / Departure Day

As the tour comes to an end, we’ll say goodbye to Tanzania and all our fellow travelers before making your journey back home. You'll be picked up from the hotel for your airport transfer according to your flight departure time from Kilimanjaro Airport.

Included meals: Breakfast