Arrival at JRO / Transfer to Arusha

Arusha - Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a Go Expeditions Africa Safari Guide will greet you for a transfer to Arusha. Sit back and enjoy the picturesque drive through the Tanzanian landscape. The knowledgeable driver is eager to answer any questions and share insights about the country. In about an hour, you will reach the lodge in Arusha, where you can relax and get ready for the thrilling adventures ahead. Welcome to Tanzania!

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park - After a delightful breakfast, embark on a transfer to Tarangire National Park for an exciting game drive. Your guide will take you to the best spots for game viewing in the park, famous for its ancient baobab trees. The game drive will focus around the Tarangire River, the park’s main water source, attracting a variety of animals such as giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and lions. In the afternoon, your driver-guide will lead you to a perfect spot for a hot picnic lunch. After lunch, continue exploring the park, looking for various animals and birds, with over 500 species having been observed in the area. After an exhilarating day of wildlife viewing, you will be transferred to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Cultural Immersion Experience: Maasai Community and Local Lunch at Mto wa Mbu

Mto wa Mbu - After breakfast, immerse yourself in the world of the iconic Maasai Community, where tradition and heritage come to life. Engage with the Maasai people, known for their unique customs, dress, and semi-nomadic lifestyle. Discover their age-old traditions, from warrior training to beadwork, and participate in traditional dances and ceremonies. After a fulfilling morning with the Maasai, travel to the lively village of Mto wa Mbu for an authentic Tanzanian culinary experience. Visit a local home and receive a warm welcome from your host family. Enjoy a variety of traditional dishes, freshly prepared with locally sourced ingredients. This is a unique opportunity to savor the flavors of Tanzania.

Game en route to Central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park - After breakfast, set off on a long but scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, famous for its renowned wildebeest migration and abundant wildlife. On the way to the camp, enjoy game viewing in Tanzania’s oldest park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The journey provides excellent opportunities for spectacular wildlife sightings. You’ll have a hot picnic lunch in the Serengeti wilderness, surrounded by the breathtaking views of these award-winning endless plains.

Full Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park - In the morning, enjoy breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti National Park, known for its big cats. You will quickly realize that the Serengeti is so vast and captivating that one visit is never enough, which is why many guests return time and time again. Your experienced guide will lead you on a quest to spot Central Serengeti’s residents, including cheetahs, lions, leopards, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, reedbucks, giraffes, elephants, hippos, rhinos, warthogs, and many more. After the game drive, you will return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Ngorongoro Crater - With a packed lunch, you will drive to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you will have the chance to search for the Big Five animals. Over a million years ago, Ngorongoro Crater, now the world’s largest inactive caldera, was once among Africa’s tallest mountains until volcanic forces caused it to dramatically collapse. After lunch, you will embark on an afternoon game drive, an opportunity to search for buffaloes, zebras, elands, gazelles, elephants, lions, and scavengers like spotted hyenas and jackals. The crater also offers a wonderful opportunity to see the endangered and rare black rhinos. After the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and drive to the lodge in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Drive Back to Arusha / Depart

Arusha - After breakfast, you will drive back to Arusha town. Enjoy lunch at one of the city’s restaurants, followed by some leisure time. Depending on your departure flight, you will then be escorted to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Set off on an enchanting adventure through the core of Tanzania, where wild nature intertwines with lively traditions. This Tanzania Wildlife and Cultural Safari provides an engaging experience that merges exciting wildlife sightings with rich cultural discovery. Spanning 6 nights and 7 days, participants will be captivated by the stunning scenery and varied ecosystems of this East African treasure.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.