• Big Five
  • Cultural Experience
  • Game Drive

Itinerary

Day 1-

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

You will be met upon your arrival in JRO; and transfer to Hotel near JRO airport at Airport Planet Lodge for overnight.

Estimated driving distance 7 minutes drive

Activities Transfer

Accommodation and Meals Bed & Breakfast - see options on the right

Day 2-

Arusha (Kilimanjaro) / Tarangire

After breakfast, we drive to Tarangire National Park for a game drive in this very diverse park with picnic lunch boxes, Tarangire is well known for its large herds of elephants population.

Estimated driving distance 3.5hrs drive

Activities Game drives

Accommodation and Meals B, L, D - see options on the right

Day 3-

Tarangire / Ngorongoro (Karatu)

More game drive safari in the Tarangire Park; then later in the day, we drive to overnight in Karatu (approx 20 minutes drive from Ngorongoro’s gate).

Estimated driving distance 2 hrs drive

Activities Game drives

Accommodation and Meals B, L, D - see options on the right

Day 4-

Ngorongoro / Serengeti (Central)

Drive towards Ngorongoro (approx. 20mins); after registration at the gate, enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and drive for about 30 minutes before entering the descending gate of the Crater. Game drives safari in the Crater, exploring the short-grass plains of the crater floor. This extinct volcano embraces 100sq miles alive with lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo, and many more games. Later in the day, we drive to overnight in Serengeti.

Estimated driving distance 3hrs drive

Activities Game drives

Accommodation and Meals B, L, D - see options on the right

Day 5-

Serengeti (Central)

Game drives safari in the Serengeti exploring the rolling plains of Serengeti National Park in search of the large predators and the gentle herbivores on which they feed.

Estimated driving distance None

Activities Game drives

Accommodation and Meals B, L, D - see options on the right

Day 6-

Serengeti / Lake Eyasi

Morning game drive safari in the Serengeti before driving to Lake Eyasi with lunch boxes for dinner and overnight.

Estimated driving distance 4.5hrs drive

Activities Game drives

Accommodation and Meals B, L, D - see options on the right

Day 7-

Lake Eyasi / Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport/ Departure

Today you will uncover the thrilling art of honey collection, diving deep into the wild to discover sweet treasures hidden within the trees. With expert precision, you’ll unearth roots buried beneath the earth, which is a vital source of sustenance for the bush men, learning the ancient secrets of foraging that have been whispered through generations. You will also have an opportunity to master the art of the bow and arrow as you practice hitting stationary marked targets. Finally, you will learn the art of animal tracking, a dance with nature where every footprint and broken twig tells a story of survival and cunning in the untamed wilderness.

For those who can’t participate on the above activities, there is an option for just a short walking safari in the area and/or wait others at the Camp.

After the above experience, we will proceed to the Datoga village, a place celebrated for its exceptional blacksmiths. Here, you will have the opportunity to observe firsthand how they meticulously craft raw materials into remarkable items such as arrowheads and beautifully designed necklaces. This visit offers a unique insight into the traditional techniques and the rich cultural heritage behind each creation

Later on, we will drive back to Arusha and proceed to Airport Planet Lodge where we will stop to freshen up before proceeding to the airport for your evening/night flight back home.

Estimated driving distance 4.5 hrs to Arusha, plus 50 minutes to JRO Airport

Activities Cultural Tours

Accommodation and Meals Airport Planet Lodge (Shower Room) - B, L.

Prices

Accommodation LevelPrices per person ~ double occupancySingle Room Supplement Fee
20242025
Premier$ 3,610$ 3,720$ 450/person
Value Plus$ 3,040$ 3,140$ 370/person
Value$ 2,910$ 3,000$ 300/person

 

Note:

  • Prices quoted above are based on a maximum of 6 people in the vehicle, each with a guaranteed window seat
  • For a group of three or more booking together, please get in touch with us for a special rate
  • For April – May; November to early December prices, contact us for low season discount; which will apply to Value level and up

More Options for Your safari (in Tanzania) that you can add:

  1. A Masai Village visit for $60/vehicle
  2. Olduvai Gorge Museum for $36pp
  3. Night game drive safari outside Tarangire (for staying at certain properties that offer such) for $90pp
  4. Walking safari at rim of Ngorongoro Crater for $60pp
  5. Balloon safari for $540pp
  6. “Off road” game drive permits in the Serengeti for about $500/permit (one permit per person) which is good for up to 3days there. This needs to be booked several months prior.

 

What's Included

INCLUDED

  • Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure
  • Arrival and departure JRO Airport transfers
  • Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking)
  • Activities as indicated
  • Meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
  • All park fees and government taxes.
  • Services of a Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Game drives in a Land Cruiser with a pop-up rooftop and guaranteed window seat
  • Bottled water while on safari
  • Unlimited mileage on the safari
  • Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles

EXCLUDED

  • International airfare
  • Items of a personal nature include passport, visa, and traveler’s insurance
  • Tips to driver-guide

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