10 Day Safari & Cultural Experience in Northern Tanzania

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Safari Overview

Embark on a 10-day journey through the Northern safari circuit, combining lodge and tented camp accommodations. Following the safari, delve into the Kilimanjaro region for a coffee tour in the foothills of the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro, with a chance to glimpse its summit if weather allows. Witness diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, from lion prides to elephants grazing among acacia trees, and the captivating Ngorongoro Crater.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at the airport, an Arem Safaris representative will greet you and escort you to your lodging in Arusha. If time permits upon arrival, you can explore the city of Arusha. Set amidst expansive greenery, the Mount Meru Hotel provides a tranquil environment to unwind and gear up for your upcoming safari expedition.

Overnight at Arusha Planet Lodge

Day 2 Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Following breakfast, your personal safari guide will pick you up from your hotel. En route to Tarangire, you'll traverse the picturesque Maasai plains, dotted with acacia trees and bustling with colorful Maasai locals tending to their daily activities. Tarangire National Park derives its name from the Tarangire River, serving as a vital water source for wildlife during the dry season. Renowned for its elephant herds, the park offers sightings of various wildlife, including giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests. Predators like lions and leopards are often spotted trailing these animals. With an abundance of bird species, Tarangire is a haven for birdwatchers. Towering baobab trees add to the park's scenic charm. After an exhilarating game drive, you'll proceed to one of our selected mid-range lodges for dinner, relaxation, and overnight accommodation.

Overnight Marera Valley Lodge

Day 3 Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Following breakfast, your journey continues towards the lush Ngorongoro highlands, where the Iraqw people cultivate crops like wheat and corn. En route, you'll traverse mist-covered rainforests within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering glimpses of baboons, and if luck favors, elusive leopards and majestic elephants amidst the dense foliage. As you traverse the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater emerges, showcasing its breathtaking beauty before you proceed to the renowned Serengeti National Park, arriving by midday. As Tanzania's largest park, the Serengeti boasts an array of landscapes including expansive grassy plains, marshes, lakes, savannah, and rugged mountains. Following an extensive game drive, you'll head towards the Seronera Valley for an evening meal and overnight stay at your designated accommodation.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp

Day 4 Serengeti National Park Full Day

This day is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti through thrilling game drives. Renowned for its expansive grasslands offering superb wildlife sightings, the Serengeti stands as Tanzania’s oldest national park and one of the planet's ancient ecosystems, with its climate and vegetation remaining largely unchanged for millions of years. While the Serengeti teems with diverse wildlife, it's most famed for the annual great migration. Countless wildebeest, accompanied by sizable herds of zebra and antelope, embark on an annual journey in search of fresh grazing, dictated by the fluctuating rainfall patterns each year. Following your exhilarating game drive, you'll retreat to your accommodation for a satisfying dinner and relaxation beneath the African sky.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp

Day 5: Serengeti Full Day Today,

you might opt for an early morning game drive to witness the savannah ablaze with the sunrise, where predators like leopards and lions are actively hunting for their breakfast. Alternatively, consider enhancing your safari experience with a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast. Consult with your Arem safaris tour advisor to arrange this remarkable addition to your adventure. Continue your Serengeti exploration, encountering various animals, birds, and landscapes along the way.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage Luxury Camp

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Following breakfast, engage in a last Serengeti game drive before journeying towards the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival at the crater's edge in the afternoon, catch a glimpse of the landscape awaiting you tomorrow – sparkling streams, expansive grasslands, and a multitude of animals. Retreat to a luxurious lodge perched on the crater rim for the night, where the vistas of the crater are truly memorable.

Overnight at Ngorongoro Embalakai Tented caamp

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu

Upon first glimpse, the Ngorongoro Crater appears like a lost realm, nestled within the steep volcanic walls. Concealed within are pristine landscapes comprising vast savannahs, patches of acacia woodland, and shimmering lakes and marshes. Formed by a colossal volcanic eruption and subsequent collapse millions of years ago, the crater is renowned for its geological wonders and serves as a haven for some of Africa's most populous large mammal species. Descending into the crater is an adventure in itself, revealing a bustling ecosystem teeming with wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and over 500 bird species. This unique environment offers prime opportunities to spot the endangered black rhinoceros amidst the open grasslands. Following a day filled with exhilarating encounters, you'll journey to the nearby town of Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay. Overnight Marera Valley Lodge

Day 8: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Following breakfast, you'll journey to the final destination of your extraordinary safari - Lake Manyara National Park. Known for its untouched beauty, Manyara is famed for its profusion of avian species and iconic tree-climbing lions. The park's striking western escarpment, a feature of the Rift Valley, frames its western boundary, while the eastern side is graced by the shallow, alkaline Lake Manyara.

This expansive lake, subject to seasonal flooding and drying, hosts flocks of flamingos during the rainy season. The park derives its name from the Maasai term 'emanyara', referring to a thorny bush often used for constructing protective enclosures around homesteads (bomas). The park's vegetation is remarkably varied, ranging from savannah plains to lush evergreen forests. Throughout your exploration, expect to encounter an array of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, elephants, and with luck, lions reclining in the branches. Following lunch, you'll make your way back to Arusha, arriving in the early evening.

Overnight at Arusha Planet Lodge

Day 9: Materuni Cultural Experience

In the early morning, depart from your Arusha accommodation for Materuni village in the Kilimanjaro region, where you'll enjoy an enriching coffee tour. Delve into the intricate process of coffee cultivation, drying, roasting, and further processing. Participate in grinding the coffee, accompanied by lively Chagga songs and dances, offering a delightful immersion into local culture. If weather permits, catch sight of the majestic summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Following your day in Materuni, retreat to a quaint lodge nestled amidst picturesque surroundings near Kilimanjaro International Airport. The lodge team will facilitate your transfer to the airport the following day.

Overnight at Chanya Lodge

Day 10: Transfer to the Airport  

You will be taken to Kilimanjaro Airport at the scheduled time for your flight departure

What is Included

All national park fees.
All mentioned activities.
All accommodation according to the itinerary.
Transport in 4×4 Safari Vehicle(s)
Certified Professional Guide/Driver.
Drinking Water during Safari.
All meals according to the itinerary.

What is Not Included

International flights
Airport taxes
All meals and drinks not specified
Tips and gratuities
Items of a personal nature

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Experience a completely customized and flexible trip of a lifetime with experts you can trust.

Day 1 Arrival in Arusha

Day 2 Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Day 3 Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Day 4 Serengeti National Park Full Day

Day 5: Serengeti Full Day Today,

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu

Day 8: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Day 9: Materuni Cultural Experience

Day 10: Transfer to the Airport

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