Day 1 Arrive Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival in Arusha (Kilimanjaro) this evening, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Sleep well tonight. Tomorrow you depart on a most exciting safari.
Gran Melia Arusha is an oasis within Arusha set out on 18 acres of beautiful landscaped coffee and tea plantations offering pure tranquility with spectacular views of Mount Meru. The rooms provide spectacular views over Mount Meru or Arusha City. All the bedrooms have been designed to capture the diversity and energy of local Tanzanian tribes and the rich colours of the coffee plantations. Bedrooms are equipped with private balconies, 65-inch TVs, air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
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Day 2 Arusha-Tarangire | Meals: BLD
Meet your private driver-guide this morning and depart for Tarangire National Park. Once you pass the park entry gate, your game viewing begins. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and and an afternoon game drive.
Day 3 Tarangire-Lake Manyara | Meals: BLD
Enjoy a morning game drive. Thanks to the Tarangire River (which runs through the park), Tarangire is a haven for wildlife and you might find high concentrations of plains game like Thomson's gazelle, buffalo, eland, hartebeest, impala, waterbuck and much more. TThanks to the plentiful supply of food, predators like lion, leopard and cheetah are well represented in Tarangire. More than 300 species of birds have been recorded in Tarangire, so keep your eyes peeled for the bateleur eagle, ground hornbill and abundant species of bee-eaters and rollers.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and then drive to Lake Manyara, arriving in time for lunch. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Well known for its tree-climbing lions found lazing on branches of acacia trees, Manyara features large concentrations of elephant and buffalo. Other wildlife includes common waterbuck, Maasai giraffe, zebra, impala, baboons and blue monkeys. Bird lovers will delight in the more than 400 species including white-breasted cormorant, red-billed oxpecker and many more!
Nested on the rim of the great Rift Valley, with stunnig views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and on a clear day, Mount Kilimanjaro. The lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of bird.
Lake Manyara Kilimanjaro Lodge is the ideal place in which to base your northern safari experience. The Ngorongoro Crater, Oldeani, Lake Eyasi, Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Highlands is just a short drive from the lodge.
Sitting around the ouside fireplace watching the sun setting over the Great Rift Valley and listening to the humming of the birds the background is a fitting way to end the day, and preparing you for your sumptuous dinner feast.
All 50 suites and 2 bedroom luxury villas have panoramic views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5 star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air-conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony.
The spectacular main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and children's activity room.
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Day 4 Lake Manyara-Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Drive to the Serengeti this morning, arriving in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 5 Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives today. The Serengeti is famous for the big cats. Thanks to the large food supply provided by the plains game, the big cats are also found in large numbers. Cheetahs love the kopjes as they provide excellent vantage points for spotting prey. If you are lucky you might spot the fringe-eared oryx or the shy klipspringer. Watch the rocks for the rock hyrax...the closest relative to the elephant! Bird lovers will be busy checking off species from their list. Look for the Ruppell's longtailed starling, Griffon vulture, kori bustard, ostrich and the colorful lilac-breasted roller - to name just a few.
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 6 Serengeti-Ngorongoro | Meals: BLD
After breakfast you depart for Ngorongoro Crater, viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains as you go. Arrive at your lodge set high on the edge of the Ngorongoro Forest where the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 7 Ngorongoro | Meals: BLD
A highlight awaits you this morning as you depart by 4x4 to explore what is commonly referred to as the World's largest natural wildlife zoo. After breakfast, you'll descend through the early morning's mist and 2,000 feet into the crater with a picnic lunch. Ngorongoro Crater is the World's largest intact volcanic caldera and is also one of the World's seven natural wonders. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor is comprised of several distinct habitats, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes. It's an awesome wildlife experience. Afternoon return to the lodge in time for dinner and overnight.
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 8 Ngorongoro-Arusha-Depart | Meals: BL
Leave Ngorongoro this morning and drive back to Arusha where you stop for lunch. A day room is available to freshen up until your evening departure flight.
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival in Arusha (Kilimanjaro) this evening, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Sleep well tonight. Tomorrow you depart on a most exciting safari.
Gran Melia Arusha
Gran Melia Arusha is an oasis within Arusha set out on 18 acres of beautiful landscaped coffee and tea plantations offering pure tranquility with spectacular views of Mount Meru. The rooms provide spectacular views over Mount Meru or Arusha City. All the bedrooms have been designed to capture the diversity and energy of local Tanzanian tribes and the rich colours of the coffee plantations. Bedrooms are equipped with private balconies, 65-inch TVs, air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
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Day 2 Arusha-Tarangire | Meals: BLD
Meet your private driver-guide this morning and depart for Tarangire National Park. Once you pass the park entry gate, your game viewing begins. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and and an afternoon game drive.
Ole Serai Kuro Tarangire
Day 3 Tarangire-Lake Manyara | Meals: BLD
Enjoy a morning game drive. Thanks to the Tarangire River (which runs through the park), Tarangire is a haven for wildlife and you might find high concentrations of plains game like Thomson's gazelle, buffalo, eland, hartebeest, impala, waterbuck and much more. TThanks to the plentiful supply of food, predators like lion, leopard and cheetah are well represented in Tarangire. More than 300 species of birds have been recorded in Tarangire, so keep your eyes peeled for the bateleur eagle, ground hornbill and abundant species of bee-eaters and rollers.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and then drive to Lake Manyara, arriving in time for lunch. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Well known for its tree-climbing lions found lazing on branches of acacia trees, Manyara features large concentrations of elephant and buffalo. Other wildlife includes common waterbuck, Maasai giraffe, zebra, impala, baboons and blue monkeys. Bird lovers will delight in the more than 400 species including white-breasted cormorant, red-billed oxpecker and many more!
Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge
Nested on the rim of the great Rift Valley, with stunnig views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and on a clear day, Mount Kilimanjaro. The lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of bird.
Lake Manyara Kilimanjaro Lodge is the ideal place in which to base your northern safari experience. The Ngorongoro Crater, Oldeani, Lake Eyasi, Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Highlands is just a short drive from the lodge.
Sitting around the ouside fireplace watching the sun setting over the Great Rift Valley and listening to the humming of the birds the background is a fitting way to end the day, and preparing you for your sumptuous dinner feast.
All 50 suites and 2 bedroom luxury villas have panoramic views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5 star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air-conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony.
The spectacular main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and children's activity room.
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Day 4 Lake Manyara-Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Drive to the Serengeti this morning, arriving in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.
Ole Serai Luxury Camp
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 5 Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives today. The Serengeti is famous for the big cats. Thanks to the large food supply provided by the plains game, the big cats are also found in large numbers. Cheetahs love the kopjes as they provide excellent vantage points for spotting prey. If you are lucky you might spot the fringe-eared oryx or the shy klipspringer. Watch the rocks for the rock hyrax...the closest relative to the elephant! Bird lovers will be busy checking off species from their list. Look for the Ruppell's longtailed starling, Griffon vulture, kori bustard, ostrich and the colorful lilac-breasted roller - to name just a few.
Ole Serai Luxury Camp
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 6 Serengeti-Ngorongoro | Meals: BLD
After breakfast you depart for Ngorongoro Crater, viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains as you go. Arrive at your lodge set high on the edge of the Ngorongoro Forest where the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
Ngorongoro Oldeani Lodge
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 7 Ngorongoro | Meals: BLD
A highlight awaits you this morning as you depart by 4x4 to explore what is commonly referred to as the World's largest natural wildlife zoo. After breakfast, you'll descend through the early morning's mist and 2,000 feet into the crater with a picnic lunch. Ngorongoro Crater is the World's largest intact volcanic caldera and is also one of the World's seven natural wonders. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor is comprised of several distinct habitats, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes. It's an awesome wildlife experience. Afternoon return to the lodge in time for dinner and overnight.
Ngorongoro Oldeani Lodge
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 8 Ngorongoro-Arusha-Depart | Meals: BL
Leave Ngorongoro this morning and drive back to Arusha where you stop for lunch. A day room is available to freshen up until your evening departure flight.
