Mana Seasons Safari

8 Nights / 9 Days Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport. Meet and greet with your guide, followed by a transfer to your hotel. Relax and recover from your journey or explore Arusha at your leisure.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours). Enjoy a game drive in this stunning park known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Picnic lunch in the park. Arrive at your lodge in the evening for relaxation.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 3: Full Day in Tarangire

Spend the day exploring Tarangire National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Look out for diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, and over 500 bird species.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 4: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 3 hours). Optional stop at Lake Eyasi for a cultural tour of the Hadzabe Tribe (supplementary cost). Arrive at your lodge, situated near the Ngorongoro Crater, and enjoy the stunning views.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. Witness diverse wildlife, including rhinos, lions, flamingos, and elephants, in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 6: Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park (approx. 4-5 hours), enjoying a game drive en route. Explore the park's vast plains, home to the Big Five and the Great Migration.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 7: Full Day in Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Witness an array of wildlife, from cheetahs and zebras to wildebeests and giraffes. Optional Balloon Safari at sunrise (supplementary cost).

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 8: Full Day in Serengeti

Continue your safari adventures in the Serengeti with more game drives and opportunities to spot predators and prey in action.

Dinner at the lodge.

Day 9: Serengeti to Arusha or Zanzibar Extension

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for a flight back to Arusha. Upon arrival, connect to your international flight or choose to extend your adventure with a 3-night stay in Zanzibar for a relaxing beach escape.

Optional Zanzibar Extension:

Relax on pristine beaches, explore Stone Town, or take a spice tour.