The group arrives at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO). Participants are met by a representative of Altezza Travel and transferred to a hotel in Arusha.

Note: Check-in starts at 2:00 PM.

Day 1 | Accommodation

Meal Plan: Half Board

Accommodation with breakfast and dinner included; lunch and drinks are paid separately

Options based on your package:

Explorer

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge 4*

Signature

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge 5*

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Legendary Lodge 5*

Explorer

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge 4*

Signature

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge 5*

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Legendary Lodge 5*

Today you will travel to Lake Manyara National Park. This is where pink flamingos from all over Africa flock. At times, there are hundreds of thousands covering the shores of Lake Manyara, making it appear pink from a distance. Up close, you can see the individual birds along the lakefront of this amazing area. Your guide will share more about these beautiful birds.  Flamingos on Lake Manyara are found between the months of April and November. 

You will not likely see them in other months of the year. Even so, their presence is not guaranteed, as weather, predators of unpredictable rainfall can impact their movement. In addition to pink flamingos, Lake Manyara is home to over 400 species of other birds. This is one of the best places in all of Tanzania to enjoy watching birds, as you can see a vast quantity and variety in the forests around the lake. In addition to birds, you will surely see giraffes, elephants, warthogs, antelopes, zebras and other African wildlife. The lions on Lake Manyara are very unique; they love to climb trees! Making them the ‘tree-climbing lions’; in other locations you can find lions sleeping in the shade or prowling in tall grass, but in Manyara National Park you will likely be looking up into tree branches to spot them.

Day 2 | Accommodation

Meal Plan: Full board

Accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included; drinks are usually paid separately

Options based on your package:

Explorer

Sound of Silence - Lake Manyara 3.5*

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Wellworth Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge 4*

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Ngorongoro Lodge – Member of Melia Collection 5*

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Sound of Silence - Lake Manyara 3.5*

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Wellworth Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge 4*

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Ngorongoro Lodge – Member of Melia Collection 5*

Today you are heading to the legendary Ngorongoro Crater. We recommend starting the drive early, usually around 6:30–7:00 AM, depending on your lodge location. This allows you to enjoy the crater in the quieter morning hours before larger crowds arrive. The descent from the rim to the crater floor takes about 30 minutes, passing along the forested crater wall, while the spectacular panorama of the caldera gradually opens up below.

The crater formed about 2 million years ago when a massive volcano collapsed after a powerful eruption, creating one of the world’s largest intact volcanic calderas. Inside this ancient volcanic crater lives an extraordinary concentration of wildlife – one of the highest densities of animals anywhere in Africa. 

Elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, cheetahs, and zebras are commonly seen here, and the crater is also one of the few places where you might spot the endangered black rhino. Although animals can leave the caldera, most remain thanks to the abundant grasslands and reliable water sources. One animal you will not see here is the giraffe – their body structure makes it difficult for them to descend the steep crater walls. The crater forms part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its exceptional wildlife density and unique volcanic landscape.

For lunch, your guide will take you to a scenic picnic area near a Hippo Pool. This spot is popular with many birds, including kites that sometimes try to snatch food from the table, so it’s best not to leave meals unattended. The lake is also home to hippos, which often rest near the shore and surface regularly, offering great chances to observe them while you eat.

Please remember not to feed any animals in Ngorongoro or other parks in Tanzania. Human food can seriously harm wildlife and disrupt their natural diet. This is also strictly prohibited by park regulations, and anyone caught feeding animals may face a fine.

Day 3 | Accommodation

Meal Plan: Full board

Accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included; drinks are usually paid separately

Options based on your package:

Explorer

Sound of Silence - Serengeti 3.5*

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The Singing Grass 3.5*

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Melia Serengeti Lodge 5*

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Sound of Silence - Serengeti 3.5*

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The Singing Grass 3.5*

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Melia Serengeti Lodge 5*

Today’s adventure takes you to the world-famous Serengeti, in the stunning Seronera area. The park is home to over 3 million animals and stretches across an area so vast it would take 2-3 days to cross by car, giving wildlife plenty of space to roam freely. Here, you’re almost guaranteed to see lions, antelopes, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and zebras, with a good chance of spotting cheetahs, serval cats, and other rare savannah animals. The Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its unique ecosystem, dense wildlife, and the annual Great Migration. Life here inspired Disney’s Lion King, but unlike a cartoon, it’s raw, wild, and breathtaking.

Day 4 | Accommodation

Meal Plan: Full board

Accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included; drinks are usually paid separately

Options based on your package:

Explorer

Sound of Silence - Serengeti 3.5*

Signature

The Singing Grass 3.5*

Premium

Melia Serengeti Lodge 5*

Explorer

Sound of Silence - Serengeti 3.5*

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The Singing Grass 3.5*

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Melia Serengeti Lodge 5*

Your adventure continues in the vibrant central Serengeti area. This vast landscape teems with wildlife, and it is impossible to view it all in one day. Today, your guide will lead you to new spots and highlight fascinating animals, giving you a broader view of the Serengeti’s richness. Seronera is home to some of Africa’s rarest species, including rhinos, leopards, serval cats, and caracals. Sometimes it can take several hours to spot a rare animal, but with a full day ahead, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to focus on the creatures you most want to find.

Day 5 | Accommodation

Meal Plan: Full board

Accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included; drinks are usually paid separately

Options based on your package:

Explorer

Sound of Silence - Serengeti 3.5*

Signature

The Singing Grass 3.5*

Premium

Melia Serengeti Lodge 5*

Explorer

Sound of Silence - Serengeti 3.5*

Signature

The Singing Grass 3.5*

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Melia Serengeti Lodge 5*

Time in сentral Serengeti is always full of surprises. Every day in the savannah brings something new – you’re unlikely to see the same scenes twice. Lions that seemed lazy yesterday may be active today, elephants that walked away before might come closer out of curiosity, and you never know what unexpected wildlife moment awaits.

This is also a great opportunity to explore the famous kopjes – ancient volcanic rock formations that shape the beautiful Seronera landscape. Many animals like to rest in their shade, which creates wonderful photographic opportunities.

You may also visit Simba Rock. It resembles the iconic scene from The Lion King, where Mufasa presents baby Simba to the savannah. Seeing this setting in real life adds a fun and memorable touch to your Serengeti experience!

Day 6 | Accommodation

Meal Plan: Half Board

Accommodation with breakfast and dinner included; lunch and drinks are paid separately

Options based on your package:

Explorer

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge 4*

Signature

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge 5*

Premium

Legendary Lodge 5*

Explorer

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge 4*

Signature

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge 5*

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Legendary Lodge 5*

Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport.

Note: Hotel check-out is at 10:00 AM. In case you need a late check-out before your evening flight, you have the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee. Let your manager know in advance if you need a late check-out.