Tanzania Safaris – North
Tanzania Safaris - The classic North
Visit Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, the World Heritage Ngorongoro Crater and last but not least the endless savannahs of the famous Serengeti. The national parks are relatively close to each other, but they differ in landscape and partly also in climate. Home of the Big Five and backdrop of the great animal migration along the Mara River, this is the north. Marvel at the diversity of species and the enormous animal wealth.
Visit villages and markets you will discover along the way. If you are interested in visiting an orphanage, a school, a coffee plantation or other meetings or excursions, we can organize them for you. A visit to the last bushmen of Tanzania, the Hadzabe and the Datoga is a special experience.
Tour suggestions
Tour Classic North
6 days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, good chances of BIG FIVE
Visit bird paradise Lake Manyara. Endless savannas and rock formations (Kopjes) in the famous Serengeti. Very good chance of cheetah, lion, leopard and other predator sightings. Famous UNESCO World Heritage Ngorongoro Crater, typical African picture book landscape with gigantic baobab trees. Private guided tour with German and English speaking driver/guide in 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour TWIGA
7 days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Nature Reserve, Tarangire National Park
Varied safari with typical African landscapes and a great variety of animals. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area has a particularly high number of wild animals during migration at the beginning of the year. Private guided tour with German speaking driver/guide in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour KONGONI
8 days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Central and North Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
Varied safari with all the typical landscapes, a great variety of species and a large number of animals. Very good chance to see the Big Five and with a little luck an exciting river crossing of the wildebeest herds in the north of the Serengeti. Private guided tour with German speaking driver/guide in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour Lake Natron und Lake Viktoria
10 Days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Lake Natron, Lake Victoria, Tarangire National Park, Bushmen (Hadzabe) at Lake Eyasi, Datoga pastoral tribe, migration at the Mara River in the Serengeti
Lake Natron lies at the foot of the volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai (2878m), the holy mountain of the Masai. Fed by mineral-rich hot springs, it is one of the most famous soda lakes and is home to an enormous variety of birds such as flamingos. In the north of the Serengeti, on the Mara River, the great migration of about 2 million wildebeests and 100,000 zebras and gazelles takes place every year. At Lake Eyasi live the last bushmen of East Africa, whose way of life has not changed for thousands of years. Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa and borders Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya. Private guided tour with multilingual drivers/guides in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour Short Safari and Zansibar
10 Tage Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar
Intensive safari with 3 highlights including UNESCO World Heritage Ngorongoro Crater with good chances to see the Big Five. Short driving distances allow a maximum of time for game drives in the famous and scenically very varied national parks with a great variety of animals. Private guided tour with multilingual drivers/guides in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour DUMA
5 days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Lake Manyara National Park, South and Central Serengeti,
Tarangire National Park
Endless savannahs in the Serengeti. Huge herds of wildebeest and zebra giving birth to their young during migration. Very good chance of cheetah sightings. African picture book landscape with gigantic baobab trees. Bird paradise Lake Manyara. Private guided tour with German speaking driver/guide in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour TEMBO
4 days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park
African picture book landscape with gigantic baobab trees and seasonally huge elephant herds in Tarangire National Park combined with bird paradise Lake Manyara. Private guided tour with German speaking driver/guide in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Tour NYATI
3 days Safari
Highlights of the tour:
Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Very good chance of sighting the Big Five (buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, rhino) during a short stay. Private guided tour with German speaking driver/guide in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
Details Tour Classic North
6 days Safari
Tour Description
This classic tour takes you to the most beautiful National Parks of the so-called Northern Circuit, home of the BIG FIVE. Each National Park is unique and has its own special characteristics and attractions. The distances are not very far, so that all important parks can be visited at a comfortable pace. Before and after the game drives cultural insights will also be possible in addition to animals and breathtaking landscapes. Meet the locals who live in the surrounding villages and learn more about their culture. We make your trip an experience you will never forget.
Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast at the lodge, your driver/guide will pick you up with a 4×4 Land Cruiser. Let the adventure begin. Once you have left Arusha behind, you’ll pass many Maasai villages and open savannas on your way to Lake Manyara. The small but beautiful Lake Manyara National Park is captivating with its diverse landscapes. With a bit of luck, you can spot tree-climbing lions and a wide variety of water birds such as flamingos, pelicans, lapwings and many more on your full-day game drive. If time permits, we will make a short visit to the village of Mto wa Mbu with its rice fields and banana plantations, before driving up the steep mountain slope to the bustle of Karatu. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Manyara and the Maasai plains.
(B/L/D | Drive Arusha – Mto wa Mbu (approx. 2.5 hours) | game drive Lake Manyara National Park | drive Mto. Wa Mbu – Karatu (approx. 45 minutes)
Overnight Classic Tour: Eileen’s Tree Inn
Overnight Premium Tour: Country Lodge
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
Today you will visit the famous Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti, which is the size of Northern Ireland, is the largest game reserve in the world and fascinates with its natural and wild beauty. It has its very own ecosystem and is home to around 4 million different animal species, including big cats such as lions, leopards and cheetahs, elephants, buffalos, gazelles, antelopes, zebras, ostriches, monkeys, mongooses, giraffes and many more. Enjoy a full day game drive with lots of great photo opportunities.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Central Serengeti (approx. 3 hours) | game drive in the Serengeti)
Overnight Classic Tour: Thorn Tree Camp
Overnight Premium Tour: Tanzania Bush Camp
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Early in the morning you will go for further adventures in the bush. There is still many exciting things to discover. Big cats can often be found lying on rock formations (Kopjes), where they look for prey. What a great photo motif for your photo book. After a full-day game drive you will return to your camp. Share your experiences around the campfire and enjoy a sundowner. The sunset in the wilderness with its many colors has its very own flair. A delicious dinner in the main tent rounds off the day. Listen to the animal sounds of the wilderness at night, a very special experience.
(B/L/D) | Game drive in the Serengeti)
Overnight Classic Tour: Thorn Tree Camp
Overnight Premium Tour: Tanzania Bush Camp
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
Leave the vast plains of the Serengeti behind and visit the famous Ngorongoro Crater, which has been on the UNESCO list of World Natural Heritage since 1979. The Ngorongoro Crater has a bottom diameter of approx. 20 km and measures approx. 600 meters in height at the crater rim. With around 25,000 large mammals, it is like a jewelry box filled with Africa’s most amazing wildlife. All BIG FIVE can be found here and live a privileged existence on the crater floor. The animals feel so protected that you can move directly between them. In the afternoon you will climb up from the crater again. Clouds often roll over the edge like a foggy waterfall and give the surroundings a mystical appearance.
(B/L/D | Drive Central Serengeti – Karatu (approx. 3 hours) | game drive Ngorongoro Crater)
Overnight Classic Tour: Eileen’s Tree Inn
Overnight Premium Tour: Country Lodge
Day 5: Tarangire National Park
The Tarangire National Park is home to very large herds of elephants and buffaloes, especially from June to October, but there are also numerous other animals such as zebras, wildebeests, ostriches, giraffes, lions, leopards and many more. Typical for the lovely landscape are the huge baobab trees, some of which are estimated to be 850 years old. After a full day game drive, enjoy the evening hours in your accommodation with pool.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Tarangire National Park (approx. 1 hour) | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Drive Tarangire – Arusha)
Overnight stay Classic Tour: Freedom Lodge
Overnight Premium Tour: Katambuga House
Day 6: Kilimanjaro
After breakfast, you will be driven to the airport on time for your flight home or connecting program in other regions of Tanzania or Zanzibar.
(B/-/-| Transfer hotel – airport (approx. 0.5 hours)
Change requests:
This trip is a merely a suggestion of us. We will gladly customize the route, length and accommodation to suit your personal needs. Please contact us for an offer.
For example, there is the opportunity to spend another day in the small, lively town of Karatu. During a village tour with a market visit accompanied by your guide, you will get very interesting insights into the everyday life and culture of the locals. There are also various activity offers such as a mountain bike tour, small guided hikes in the wildlife reserve, a coffee plantation visit, an orphanage visit and much more. Talk to us about the additional costs. We are happy to arrange activities according to your wishes. A visit to the last Bushmen in East Africa, the Hadzabe and the Datoga tribe is also possible. It is possible take part in a bow and arrow hunt.
On request, we will be happy to book a hotel in Arusha the day before you start your safari. We are happy to offer you a preliminary or follow-up program such as another safari in other regions of Tanzania or a beach holiday in Zanzibar.
Our guides speak English, German, Spanish, Russian and French (other languages possible on request).
We look forward to your contact.
B = Breakfast
L = Lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = Dinner
Details Tour TWIGA
7 days Safari
Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast your friendly driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha. On the way to Lake Manyara National Park you can already gain first impressions about the life of the Masai. The people, who live from cattle breeding, graze their cows and goats in the wide savannah landscape and live in small village communities along the way. The small but beautiful Lake Manyara National Park impresses with its varied landscapes. The special thing about this national park is its diverse bird life and large numbers of water birds such as pelicans and flamingos, which regularly stop at Lake Manyara on their migration routes. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, the trail takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with its magnificent views. Have your camera ready. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon by the pool in the extensive garden of the beautiful Bougainvillea Safari Lodge.
(-/L/D | Drive Arusha – Mto wa Mbu (approx. 2,5 hrs.) | Game drive Lake Manyara National Park | Drive Mto wa Mbu – Karatu | Overnight: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge (approx. 45 min.)
Day 2: Serengeti (Central Serengeti)
Early in the morning you will set off for the Serengeti. On the way there is the possibility for a short detour to the “cradle of mankind”, Olduvai Gorge or a visit to a traditional Masai village. Now it is time for an extensive game drive through the endless plains of the savannah. In the Central Serengeti there are many resident animals such as elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, ostriches, gazelles and antelopes and many more to see all year round. If you are lucky, you may encounter the Big Five in the Serengeti. Especially interesting in this region are the rock formations, also called “Kopjes”, where you often see cats of prey looking for prey. What a beautiful photo motif. After an eventful day you can relax at the cosy campfire in the authentic Thorn Tree Camp and talk about what you saw.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Central Serengeti (approx. 5 hours) | Game drive in the Serengeti | Overnight stay: Thorn Tree Camp)
Day 3: Serengeti (Central Serengeti)
Today you will go on another extensive game drive in the Serengeti. There is still much to discover. Spend the night once again in the comfortable Thorn Tree Camp.
(B/L/D) | Game drive in the Serengeti | Overnight: Thorn Tree Camp)
Day 4: Serengeti (Central Serengeti)
Today the game drive takes you through the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Game Reserve. Explore the vast, endless savannahs of this interesting area, where the guide is allowed to drive off-road. Home to the “Big Five” and many other animal species, this region offers excellent game viewing opportunities. Cheetahs feel very comfortable in these flat plains, as they can easily spot and hunt their prey. Arriving in Karatu, you’ll spend another night in the beautiful Bougainvillea Safari Lodge that you already know.
(B/L/D) | Drive Central Serengeti – Karatu (approx. 5 hours), game drive Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Game Reserve | Overnight: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge)
Day 5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Today you undertake a game drive in the Ngorongoro Game Reserve near the border to the South Serengeti. Explore the vast, endless savannahs of this interesting region, where the guide is allowed to drive off-road. This is the home of the “Big Five” and many other animal species and offers excellent game viewing opportunities. Cheetahs feel very comfortable in these flat plains as they can easily spot and hunt their prey. Interesting bird watching is the order of the day here. In the afternoon you drive over the Rift Valley with its magnificent views down into the region of the Tarangire National Park. At your accommodation, the Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, you can take a refreshing dip in the pool or enjoy a cool drink on the terrace of your private tent chalet with uninterrupted views of Lake Burunge and the Rift Valley.
(B/L/D) Game drive in the Ngorongoro Game Reserve | Drive Karatu – near Tarangire National Park (approx. 1,5 hrs.) | Overnight: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge)
Day 6: Tarangire National Park
Another highlight of Tanzania is scheduled for today. The Tarangire National Park has a very high animal density and is home to ancient, gigantic baobab trees, which form the fascinating picture-book landscape. During the summer months this incredibly beautiful national park is home to huge herds of elephants and buffaloes. In the dry season, numerous animals such as antelopes, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests and even lions gather here to drink at the Tarangire River, which always has water. A beautiful and interesting spectacle. Spend another night in the idyllically situated Sangaiwe Tented Lodge.
(B/L/D | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Overnight stay: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge)
Day 7: Arusha
After breakfast return journey to Arusha.
(B/-/- | drive near Tarangire National Park – Arusha (approx. 2,5 hours)
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. We can adapt the route, content and accommodation to your wishes. We are also happy to offer you a preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
B = Breakfast
L = lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = dinner
Details Tour KONGONI
8 days Safari
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast your friendly driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha. On the way to Tarangire National Park you can already get first impressions of the life of the Masai. The people living from cattle breeding graze their cows and goats in the wide savannah landscape and live in small village communities along the way. The Tarangire National Park has a very high animal density and is home to ancient, gigantic baobab trees, which characterize the fascinating picture-book landscape. In the summer months this incredibly beautiful national park is home to huge herds of elephant and buffalo. In the dry season, numerous animals such as antelopes, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests and even lions gather here to drink at the Tarangire River, which always has water. A beautiful and interesting spectacle. Spend the night in the idyllically situated Burunge Tented Camp with pool and enjoy the view over the African Rift Valley and Lake Burunge.
(-/L/D | Drive Arusha – Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours) | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Overnight stay: Lake Burunge Tented Camp)
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
The small but beautiful Lake Manyara National Park captivates with its varied landscapes. The special thing about this national park is its diverse bird life and large numbers of water birds such as pelicans and flamingos, which regularly stop at Lake Manyara on their migration routes. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, the trail takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with its magnificent views. Have your camera ready. Enjoy the remaining time of the afternoon at the pool of the beautiful Country Safari Lodge.
(B/L/D | Drive Tarangire – Mto wa Mbu (1,5 hrs.) | Game drive Lake Manyara National Park | Drive Mto. Wa Mbu – Karatu (approx. 45 min.) | Overnight stay: Country Safari Lodge)
Day 3: Serengeti (Central Serengeti)
Early in the morning you will set off for the Serengeti. On the way there is the possibility for a short detour to the “cradle of mankind”, Olduvai Gorge or a visit to a traditional Masai village. Now it is time for an extensive game drive through the endless plains of the savannah. In the Central Serengeti there are many resident animals such as elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, ostriches, gazelles and antelopes and many more to see all year round. If you are lucky, you may encounter the Big Five in the Serengeti. Especially interesting in this region are the rock formations, also called “Kopjes”, where you often see cats of prey looking for prey. What a beautiful photo motif. After an eventful day, you can relax at the cosy campfire in the authentic Serengeti Bush Camp and talk about what you saw.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Central Serengeti (approx. 5 hours) | Game drive in the Serengeti | Overnight stay: Serengeti Bush Camp)
Day 4: Serengeti (Northern Serengeti)
Today you will continue on an extensive game drive northwards. Depending on the rain and the associated food supply, you can observe the great migration (animal migration) here from about July to November. Approximately 2 million wildebeests and 300,000 zebras are on their annual migration in search of nutritious grasses. With a little luck you can experience an exciting crossing of the Mara River here. Every year the voracious crocodiles wait patiently for this festive feast. Spend the night in the very comfortable Kenzan Mara Tented Camp.
(B/L/D | Game drive in the Northern Serengeti (approx. 3 hrs | Overnight stay: Kenzan Mara Tented Camp)
Day 5: Serengeti (Northern Serengeti)
There is still a lot to discover. Spend another night in the comfortable Kenzan Mara Tented Camp.
(B/L/D) | Game drive in the North Serengeti | Overnight stay: Kenzan Mara Tented Camp)
Day 6: Serengeti (Central Serengeti)
This morning you will drive back to the central area of the Serengeti. There is always a lot to discover here. Spend the night at Tingitana Camp.
(B/L/D) | Drive North Serengeti – Central Serengeti (approx. 4 hours), game drive | Overnight stay: Tingitana Camp)
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater
Today you will experience a true natural wonder, often called the “pearl” of Tanzania. This national park was rightly declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the funeral monument of Dr. Grzimek at the crater rim and marvel (at the grandiose view over the crater from the lookout point), before you descend on the steep and winding road about 500 meters in altitude to the crater floor. The edges of the crater are covered with bush and heathland and evergreen mountain forests. The bottom of the crater measures about 20 km in diameter and is covered by short grass savannah, acacia forests. In the soda-rich Lake Magadi one can often meet hippos, flamingos and other water birds. With its very high animal density it is unique in this world. Here you have a very good chance to see the rare rhinos. Spend another night in the beautiful Country Lodge.
(B/L/D | Drive Zenral-Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater (approx. 1,5 hrs.) | Game drive Ngorongoro Crater | Overnight stay: Country Lodge)
Day 8: Arusha
After breakfast return journey to Arusha.
(F/-/- | Drive Karatu – Arusha (approx. 3 hours)
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. We can adapt the route, content and accommodation to your wishes.
It is possible to spend another day in the small, lively town of Karatu. During a village tour with market visit accompanied by your guide you will get very interesting insights into the everyday life and culture of the locals. In addition, there are various activity offers such as a mountain bike tour, short guided hikes in the game reserve, a visit to a coffee plantation, an orphanage visit and much more. Please contact us about the additional costs. We are happy to arrange activities according to your wishes.
We are also happy to offer you a preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
B = Breakfast
L = lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = dinner
Details Tour Lake Natron and Lake Viktoria
10 Days Safari
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at the lodge your driver/guide will pick you up with a 4×4 Land Cruiser. The adventure can begin. The Tarangire National Park is home to very large herds of elephant and buffalo, especially from June to October, but there are also many other animals such as zebras, wildebeests, ostriches, giraffes, lions, leopards and many more. Typical for the lovely landscape are the huge Baobab trees (baobab trees), some of which are estimated to be 850 years old. After a full day game drive, enjoy the evening hours in your accommodation with pool.
(B/L/D | drive Arusha – Tarangire National Park (approx. 2,5 hrs.) | game drive Tarangire National Park | overnight stay: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Day 2: Lake Natron
Your journey today takes you through Masai savannah into the dry, barren volcanic region of Lake Natron. After arrival and lunch at your camp, you will undertake a beautiful hike through a gorge through which the Ngare Sero River meanders. Do not forget your bathing suit. The waterfalls offer a welcome refreshment! Afterwards you will visit a Massai village. Learn all about the Massai culture. After returning home, make yourself comfortable in the camp, stretch your legs and enjoy the view of the lake and the vastness of this unique volcanic landscape. In the evening a delicious dinner awaits you in your tent camp.
(B/L/D | gorge hike +/- 2 hours | visit Massai village) | overnight stay: Lake Natron Tented Camp)
Day 3: Lake Natron
Breathe the cool morning air at Lake Natron. With a little luck you will see the large flocks of flamingoes, which have their seasonal breeding grounds here. After an invigorating breakfast in camp, the journey continues past Oldoinyo Lengai, the Masai’s mountain of God, to Lake Eyasi. On the way you will enjoy magnificent views over the Rift Valley and Lake Manyara.
(B/L/D | drive Lake Natron – Lake Eyasi (approx. 6.5 hrs.) | overnight stay: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge)
Day 4: Lake Eyasi, Hadzabe Bushmen / Datoga pastoralists
The last bushmen of East Africa, the Hadzabe, are settled at Lake Eyasi and have lived for thousands of years as hunters and gatherers from and with nature. Get to know their nomadic way of life by visiting one of their villages. A local guide who speaks their click language will help you with questions and. and answers. There is the possibility to participate in a small hunt for small animals with bow and arrow. Afterwards you will visit the shepherd people of Datoga, who live from agriculture. Look over the shoulder of the village smid as he makes jewellery, spearheads and tools in the traditional way.
(B/L/D | Visit Hadzabe/Datoga | Drive Lake Eyasi – Karatu (approx. 1 hour) | Overnight: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge)
Day 5: Serengeti National Park Central (Seronera)
Early in the morning you will set off for the central Serengeti for an exciting game drive. There is a lot to discover. Cats of prey are often found lying on rock formations (kopjes), where they look for prey. A great photo motif for your photo book. After a full day of wildlife observation you return to your camp. Share your experiences over a campfire and sundowner. The sunset in the wilderness has a very special flair. A delicious dinner in the main tent rounds off the day. Listen to the animal voices of the wilderness at night, a special experience.
(B/L/D) | Drive to the Serengeti Central (approx. 4 hours | game drive en-route) | Overnight: Thorn Tree Camp)
Day 6: Lake Victoria
In the morning you drive west to the beautiful Lake Victoria, which is the largest lake in Africa with an area similar to the size of Bavaria. On the way there you will have another opportunity for many animal observations in the West Serengeti (Grumeti). The Grumeti River is home to numerous hippos and crocodiles. Soon you will reach Lake Victoria. In the quietly situated lodge directly on the shore, you can relax wonderfully with a view over the water and a cool drink.
(B/L/D | drive Central Serengeti – Lake Victoria (approx. 4 hrs.) | game drive en-route) | overnight stay: Serenity on the Lake)
Day 7: Lake Victoria
After a fortifying breakfast you will explore Lake Victoria by canoe. During the trip you will have the opportunity to watch the local fishermen doing their traditional fishing and if you wish you can try your luck at fishing. Lake Victoria is home to hippopotami and is also rich in species, especially a large variety of cichlids. Enjoy the silence on the lake. The destination of the excursion is a fishing village with a fish market. Relax afterwards in your beautiful accommodation.
(B/L/D | canoe trip (about 4 hours) | overnight stay: Serenity on the Lake)
Day 8: Serengeti North (end of the cogats)After a restful night, the trail takes you across the Western and Central Serengeti. In the Central Serengeti there are many animals to observe all year round. Slowly you move northwards. At the Mara River in northern Tanzania, migration (animal migration) takes place during the summer months. Migration is the annual clockwise migration of huge herds of wildebeest and zebra through the Serengeti, always in search of nutritious grasses. If you are lucky, you will see a river crossing. The hungry crocodiles look forward to this feast every year. In the late afternoon you move into your mobile tent camp not far from the Mara River. Listen to the animal voices in the night and feel close to nature.
(B/L/D | drive Lake Victoria – Serengeti North (approx. 4 hours) | game drive en-route) | overnight stay: Tanzania Bush Camp Kogatende)
Day 9: Serengeti North (end of the cogats)
Today you have another opportunity to cross the famous Mara River. Where there is plenty of food, the predators are not far away. Maybe you will witness an exciting hunt. In the evening you can talk about what you have seen at the romantic campfire with other guests.
(B/L/D | game drive Mara River) | Overnight stay: Tanzania Bush Camp Kogatende)
Day 10: Serengeti North (end of the cogats)
After breakfast you will be driven to the Airstrip in time for your flight to Arusha Airport by bush plane. From here (or from the Airstrip Kogatende) you have the possibility to start another connection program like Zanzibar. Please contact us. If there is no connecting program, you will be brought to the Kilimajaro airport, from where you will start your journey home.
(B/-/- | Flight with bush plane to Arusha airport (approx. 2 ¼ hrs.)
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. The availability of accommodation must be requested individually. If the accommodation is not available, alternative accommodation will be offered. We are also happy to offer you an alternative preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
If you wish, we can book a hotel in Arusha the day before you start your safari. We would be pleased to offer you a pre- or follow-up programme such as another safari in the south or a beach holiday on Zanzibar.
Our guides speak English, German, Spanish, Russian and French (other languages on request).
F = Breakfast
M = Lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = Dinner
Details Tour Short Safari and Zansibar
10 Days Safari
Intensive safari, ideal for travellers with little time. In three days, this tour offers a very good opportunity to see the widest possible range of all important and significant animals. Experience the diverse landscapes. From savannah, bushland, forests, rivers, salt lakes, swamps to hilly/mountainous everything is available. Marvel at the great variety of animals. Insights into the cultures of the locals before and after visiting the national parks are possible. Relax afterwards with a bathing stay on the tropical spice island Zanzibar with its white sandy beaches and turquoise blue lagoons.
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast your friendly driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha. On the way to Tarangire National Park you can already get first impressions of the life of the Masai. The people living from cattle breeding graze their cows and goats in the wide savannah landscape and live in small village communities along the way. The Tarangire National Park has a very high animal density and is home to ancient, gigantic baobab trees, which characterize the fascinating picture-book landscape. In the summer months this incredibly beautiful national park is home to huge herds of elephant and buffalo. In the dry season, numerous animals such as antelopes, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests and even lions gather here to drink at the Tarangire River, which always has water.
(-/L/D | Drive Arusha – Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours) | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Overnight stay: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge)
Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
The small but beautiful Lake Manyara National Park captivates with its varied landscapes. The special thing about this national park is its diverse bird life and large numbers of water birds such as pelicans and flamingos, which regularly stop at Lake Manyara on their migration routes. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, the trail takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with its magnificent views. Have your camera ready.
(B/L/D | drive Sangaiwe Tented Lodge – Mto wa Mbu (approx. 1 hrs.) | game drive Lake Manyara National Park | drive Mto wa Mbu – Karatu (approx. 45 min.) | overnight stay: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge)
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
Today you will experience a true natural wonder, often called the “pearl” of Tanzania. This national park was rightly declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the funeral monument of Dr. Grzimek at the crater rim and marvel at the magnificent view over the crater from the lookout point, before you descend on the steep and winding road about 500 meters in altitude to the crater floor. The crater edges are covered with bush and heathland as well as evergreen mountain forests. The bottom of the crater measures about 20 km in diameter and is covered by short grass savannah, acacia forests and lakes. In the soda-rich Lake Magadi you can often meet hippos, flamingos and other water birds. With its very high animal density it is unique in the world. Here you have a very good chance to see the rare rhinos.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater (approx. 30 min.) | Game drive Ngorongoro Crater | Overnight stay: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge)
Day 4 – 10: Arusha / Zanzibar east coast
After breakfast return to Arusha to the airport. During the short flight to Zanzibar you will see the summit of Kilimanjaro, the coastal landscape and islands of the Zanzibar archipelago on a clear day. Upon arrival you will be taken to your beautiful accommodation by a friendly driver. Enjoy carefree days on the beautiful island of Zanzibar. During the pronounced high and low tide of the east coast the white, kilometre-long sandy beach invites you to take long walks. This beach can also be easily explored with a rented bicycle from the hotel. Enjoy the beautiful pool of your accommodation on a cliff. A footbridge leads across the sea to the jetty bar, where you can relax with a drink. We recommend trips to the old town of Stone Town and a visit to a spice farm. These are easily booked at the hotel.
(B/-/D | Drive Karatu – Arusha (approx. 3 hours) | Flight Arusha – Zanzibar | 6 nights Zanzibar, Overnight stay: Spice Island Resort, half board, bungalow 4th row)
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. The availability of accommodation must be requested individually. If the accommodation is not available, alternative accommodation will be offered. We can adapt the route, content and accommodation to your wishes. We are also happy to offer you an alternative preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
If you wish, we can book a hotel in Arusha the day before you start your safari. We would be pleased to offer you a pre- or follow-up programme such as another safari in the south or a beach holiday on Zanzibar.
Our guides speak English, German, Spanish, Russian and French (other languages on request).
B = Breakfast
L = lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = Dinner
Details Tour DUMA
5 days Safari
Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast your friendly driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha. Soon after you have left the city behind you, the vast Massai steppe spreads out before your eyes and offers first interesting impressions of the life of the Massai, who live here with their herds of goats and cows in small village communities. The small but beautiful Lake Manyara National Park captivates with its varied landscapes. The special thing about this national park is its diverse bird life and large numbers of water birds such as pelicans and flamingos, which regularly stop at Lake Manyara on their migration routes. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions. After the game drive, the trail takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with its magnificent views. Have your camera ready. Let your impressions sink in the pool of the beautiful Tloma Lodge in the middle of a tropical garden and coffee plantation.
(-/L/D | Drive Arusha – Mto wa Mbu (approx. 2,5 hrs.) | Game drive Lake Manyara National Park | Drive Mto wa Mbu – Karatu | Overnight stay: Tloma Lodge (approx. 45 min.)
Day 2: Serengeti (Central Serengeti)
Early in the morning you will set off for the Serengeti. On the way there is the possibility for a short detour to the “cradle of mankind”, Olduvai Gorge or a visit to a traditional Masai village. Now it is time for an extensive game drive through the endless plains of the savannah. In the Central Serengeti there are many resident animals such as elephants, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, ostriches, gazelles and antelopes and many more to see all year round. If you are lucky, you may encounter the Big Five in the Serengeti. Especially interesting in this region are the rock formations, also called “Kopjes”, where you often see cats of prey looking for prey. What a beautiful photo motif. After an eventful day you can talk about what you saw at the cosy campfire of your African authentic tent camp.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Central Serengeti (approx. 5 hours) | Game drive in the Serengeti | Overnight: Kati Kati Tented Central Camp)
Day 3: Serengeti (Southern Serengeti)
Enjoy another extensive safari day with many animal sightings in the Serengeti. Depending on the season, you may see thousands and thousands of newborn zebras and wildebeests on their migration in the Southern Serengeti. What a sight. Stay another night in the comfortable Kati Kati tent camp.
(B/L/D | Game drive in the Serengeti | Overnight: Kati Kati Tented South Camp)
Day 4: Tarangire National Park
Today you will experience another highlight of Tanzania. The Tarangire National Park has a very high animal density and is home to ancient, gigantic baobab trees, which form the fascinating picture book landscape. During the summer months this incredibly beautiful national park is home to huge herds of elephants and buffaloes. In the dry season, numerous animals such as antelopes, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests and even lions gather here to drink at the Tarangire River, which always has water. A beautiful and interesting spectacle. Spend the night in the beautifully situated Sangaiwe Tented Lodge with pool and enjoy the breathtaking view over the African Rift Valley and Lake Burunge.
(B/L/D | Drive South Serengeti – Tarangire National Park (approx. 5 hours) | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Overnight stay: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge)
Day 5: Arusha
After breakfast return journey to Arusha.
(B/-/- | drive Tarangire – Arusha)
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. We can adapt the route, content and accommodation to your wishes. We are also happy to offer you a preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
F = Breakfast
M = lunch / picnic with lunch box
A = dinner
Details Tour TEMBO
4 days Safari
Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast your friendly driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha. Soon after you have left the city behind you, the vast Massai steppe spreads out before your eyes and offers first interesting impressions of the life of the Massai, who live here with their herds of goats and cows in small village communities. The small but beautiful Lake Manyara National Park captivates with its varied landscapes. The special thing about this national park is its diverse bird life and large numbers of water birds such as pelicans and flamingos, which regularly stop at Lake Manyara on their migration routes. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions. Spend the remaining hours of the day in your authentic African accommodation, the Burudika Manyara Lodge. Enjoy the view of Lake Manyara and the Rift Valley from your private terrace.
(-/L/D | Drive Arusha – Mto wa Mbu (approx. 2.5 hrs.) | Game drive Lake Manyara National Park | Overnight: Burudika Manyara Lodge.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
Today you will experience a real highlight of Tanzania. The Tarangire National Park has a very high animal density and is home to ancient, gigantic baobab trees, which form the fascinating picture book landscape. In the summer months this incredibly beautiful national park is home to huge herds of elephants and buffaloes. In the dry season, numerous animals such as antelopes, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests and also lions gather here to drink at the Tarangire River, which always has water. A beautiful and interesting spectacle. Spend the night in the beautiful Maramboi Tented Camp in a prime location. This camp is located in the corridor between Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park, where the animals roam freely. Watch the animals from the pool or the private terrace of your comfortable tent chalet.
(B/L/D | Drive Mto wa Mbu – Tarangire National Park (approx. 1,5 hrs.) | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Overnight stay: Maramboi Tented Camp.
Day 3: Tarangire National Park
Spend another day game viewing in the diverse Tarangire National Park. There is still much to see.
(B/L/D | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Overnight: Maramboi Tented Camp.
Day 4: Arusha
After breakfast return journey to Arusha.
(B/-/- | Drive Tarangire – Arusha (about 2 hours).
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. We can adapt the route, content and accommodation to your wishes. We are also happy to offer you a preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
B = Breakfast
L = lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = dinner
Details Tour NYATI
3 days Safari
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast your friendly driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel in Arusha. On the way to Tarangire National Park you can already get first impressions of the life of the Masai. The people living from cattle breeding graze their cows and goats in the wide savannah landscape and live in small village communities along the way. The Tarangire National Park has a very high animal density and is home to ancient, gigantic baobab trees, which characterize the fascinating picture-book landscape. In the summer months this incredibly beautiful national park is home to huge herds of elephant and buffalo. In the dry season, numerous animals such as antelopes, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests and even lions gather here to drink at the Tarangire River, which always has water. A beautiful and interesting spectacle. After the game drive the trail leads you through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands with its magnificent views. Have your camera ready. Relax at the pool of the beautiful Bougainvillea Lodge.
(-/L/D | Drive Arusha – Tarangire (approx. 2,5 hrs.) | Game drive Tarangire National Park | Drive Tarangire – Karatu (approx. 2 hrs.) | Overnight stay: Bougainvillea Lodge)
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater
Today you will experience a true natural wonder and another highlight of Tanzania. This national park was rightly declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the funeral monument of Dr. Grzimek at the crater rim and marvel at the magnificent view over the crater from the lookout point, before taking the steep and winding road down to the crater floor. The crater edges are covered with bush and heathland as well as evergreen mountain forests. The bottom of the crater measures about 20 km in diameter and is covered by short grass savannah, acacia forests. In the soda-rich Lake Magadi one can often meet hippos, flamingos and other water birds. With its very high animal density it is unique in this world. Here you have a very good chance to see the rare rhinos. End the day with an open fire on the expansive terrace of Ngorongoro Farm House.
(B/L/D | Drive Karatu – Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 30 min.) | Game drive Ngorongoro Crater | Overnight stay: Ngorongoro Farm House).
Day 3: Arusha
After breakfast return journey to Arusha.
(B/-/- | Drive Karatu – Arusha (about 3 hours).
Change requests
This trip is a proposal. We can adapt the route, content and accommodation to your wishes. We are also happy to offer you a preliminary or follow-up programme. We are looking forward to your contact.
B = Breakfast
L = lunch / picnic with lunch box
D = dinner