Day 1: Welcome to Tanzania – Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a friendly Safari Spirit Journeys representative will greet you and transfer you to Rivertrees Country Inn. Nestled on the banks of the Usa River, this serene retreat offers the perfect place to unwind before your safari begins.

Overnight: Rivertrees Country Inn – Garden Cottage
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: First Game Drives in Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a wildlife-rich haven famed for its ancient baobab trees and vast elephant herds. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and an afternoon game drive in search of big cats, giraffes, buffalo, and more.

Later, settle into Nyikani Tarangire Camp, a stylish tented camp that blends comfort with wilderness.

Overnight: Nyikani Tarangire Camp – Standard Tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Cultural Immersion at Lake Eyasi

After an early breakfast, travel to Lake Eyasi, where you’ll engage with the Hadza, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa. Join them on a morning hunt or gathering walk and witness a traditional cooking demonstration.

In the afternoon, meet the Datoga people—renowned blacksmiths—and learn about their customs, crafts, and way of life. Stay overnight at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, nestled against the Rift Valley escarpment.

Overnight: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge – Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Journey to the Iconic Serengeti

Drive toward the Serengeti National Park, a name synonymous with epic wildlife encounters. Enjoy a game drive en route, with chances to spot lions, hyenas, zebras, and perhaps even a cheetah sprinting across the plains.

Arrive at Nyikani Serengeti Camp, your comfortable tented retreat in the heart of the wilderness.

Overnight: Nyikani Serengeti Camp – Standard Tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Full Day Safari in the Serengeti

Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives, discovering the Serengeti’s varied ecosystems and resident wildlife. Depending on the season, you may witness the dramatic Great Migration—one of the greatest spectacles on Earth.

Optional (extra cost): Soar above the savanna in a hot air balloon, followed by a champagne bush breakfast.

Overnight: Nyikani Serengeti Camp – Standard Tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Scenic Drive to the Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, travel through lush highlands toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Pass by Maasai villages and stop for scenic photo opportunities.

Arrive at Ngorongoro Farm House, a working coffee plantation with panoramic views, and enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by tropical gardens and birdsong.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Farm House – Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha

This morning, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife. Encounter black rhinos, elephants, lions, and flamingos in a surreal and stunning setting.

After your game drive and picnic lunch, begin your return journey to Arusha, where you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch