Tanzania Highlights Safari

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1
Upon your arrival in Tanzania, you will be met by your driver guide in Arusha, followed by a short briefing on what to expect over the next week. Onward to your accommodations at Hamerkop House. This private house is located on a wildlife and golf estate, Kiligolf, situated halfway between Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha, and offers a great place to start or finish your safari. 
Hamerkop House by Lemala

Day 2
Following breakfast, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport for a scheduled flight to the Northern Serengeti. Located between the Central Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve to the north, the Northern Serengeti is a remote African wildlife wonderland. The vast, rolling savannah of the Northern Serengeti, is known as the hub of the great migration. The landscape is characterized by vast stretches of savannah interspersed with acacia trees and riverine woodlands. Wildlife can be seen along the banks of the Mara River and visitors can view the annual spectacle of the half a million migrating wildebeest. Commonly spotted wildlife includes: a multitude of plains game such as buffalo, zebra, gazelles, impala, giraffe as well as lion and leopard. You will arrive at your home for the next three nights for a rest and a bite.
Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge

Days 3 -4
Wake early each day and enjoy the gorgeous sunrise over the Serengeti, before heading out on your morning game drive. Early morning is the best time for a game drive, as much of the local wildlife is at its most active in the cool morning temperatures. Return to the lodge for lunch and a relaxing afternoon before another game drive later in the day.
Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge

Day 5
Following breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for a scheduled flight to Central Serengeti. The rich acacia-dotted plains of this area are home to abundant wildlife. Visitors flock here to view the world-renowned wildebeest migration. Some of the best game-viewing can be enjoyed from Lobo on the eastern edge of the Serengeti National Park along the Grumeti River. After a short game drive/transfer, you will arrive at your next camp.
Lemala Nanyukie Lodge

Days 6- 7
Each morning wake to the sounds of the African bush, and head out on an early morning game drive to catch the animals at their most active. On return to your camp, enjoy a typical safari breakfast surrounded by local wildlife. Later, on your afternoon game drive, the chances to spot Africa’s famous Big Five abound, thanks to the park’s density of both predators and prey. Or enjoy a full day game drive as per camps schedules. 
Lemala Nanyukie Lodge

Day 8
Following breakfast, transferred to Seronera Airstrip for a scheduled flight to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire National Park, situated within Tanzania’s spectacular Manyara Region, is an awe-inspiring national park comprising of granite ridges, river valleys, mixed vegetative landscapes, and free-roaming wildlife. During the annual dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife. Large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland gather and not surprisingly the predators follow.  Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and vehicle, and proceed to the camp for leisure. Then afternoon game drive in Tarangire National Park. later return to the lodge for leisure, dinner and overnight. 
Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge

Day 9
Today spend your time on game drives into the Tarangire National Park, looking for herds of elephants, giraffe, lions and other amazing African wildlife.  Enjoy sundowners each evening.
Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge

Day 10
Today, you’ll head off for the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater and 2 nights at &Beyond Ngorogoro Crater Lodge. Upon arrival, enjoy a late lunch and explore the grounds. Dinner brings scrumptious cuisine and a chance for guests to share their stories.
&Beyond Ngorogoro Crater Lodge

Day 11
This day is for exploring the rich landscape of Ngorongoro Crater on a game drive. Pack a picnic and enjoy breakfast in the bush before returning to the lodge for lunch.  Soak up the views that surround you, then head out on your evening game drives.
&Beyond Ngorogoro Crater Lodge

Day 12
After a delicious breakfast, your safari comes to an end as you make your way back to Arusha, where you will stop for a bite and a refresher. Then, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll begin your journey home.