8 DAY WILDERNESS SAFARI WITH WALKING EXPEDITION

Arrival in Arusha and trip briefing in the gateway city for northern Tanzania safaris. After greeting and a briefing you are taken out to begin discovering why Tanzania is a top safari destination. Time is allocated to explore Arusha city with its restaurants, energetic streets and local atmosphere. Highlights include short city visits to landmarks such as the Uhuru Monument and enjoying the blue hour in Arusha. Accommodation is at Gold Crest Hotel Arusha with breakfast provided.

Full day in Arusha National Park with a guided walking safari. Expect varied birdlife and wildlife such as giraffe, zebra and buffalo framed by scenic features including the volcanic cone of Mt Meru and the Ngurdoto Crater often called Little Ngorongoro. The walking safari leaves the vehicle behind and is led by an experienced guide who ensures safety while you experience the thrill of being on foot in the wild. Meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Accommodation is at Gold Crest Hotel Arusha.

Travel to Tarangire National Park for walking and wildlife experiences. Tarangire is known for its giant baobab trees, large elephant populations and a variety of big cats such as lions, with cheetahs and leopards present. Expect to see wildebeest, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes and zebras across river woodlands, open plains and rolling hills. The walking safari provides a safe and thrilling way to feel connected to the landscape and animals. Meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Accommodation is at Tarangire Safari Lodge inside the park.

Day focused on walking experiences and transit to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Begin with guided walking activities where the guide ensures your safety on foot in the wild. The day narrative includes a morning safari exploring vast landscapes and wildlife, then an afternoon transfer toward the Serengeti gate with a relaxed lunch at the gate, followed by a panoramic drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area to reach your lodge. Meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Accommodation is at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge which offers glorious crater rim views.

Visit Ngorongoro Crater and explore one of Africas most beautiful natural sights. From the rim watch morning mist roll over the crater and then descend to the crater floor to explore a preserved ecosystem with lions, hyenas, elephants, black rhinos, flamingos and golden jackals. The crater floor contains forests, hippo filled lakes, a salt pan and hyena dens offering diverse wildlife viewing. Sunset over Ngorongoro is a highlight. Meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Accommodation is at Mberesero lodge and tented camp.

Travel into Serengeti National Park and enjoy game viewing in the UNESCO World Heritage listed plains. In the Serengeti there is a strong chance to see leopards along dry riverbanks, cheetahs on grasslands, elephants, giraffes and many antelopes plus famous lion prides. Depending on season and location see millions of migrating wildebeest and zebras. Meal plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Accommodation is at Mberesero lodge and tented camp as your base in the Serengeti.

Return to Arusha for a last night in the city with time to further explore and relax. Arusha offers lively streets, restaurants and local experiences and is a comfortable urban pit stop after safari. Accommodation is at Four Points by Sheraton Arusha which provides luxurious rooms, a swimming pool, gym and restaurant facilities. Meal plan for the day is not specified in the text.

Departure day with transfer to the airport and conclusion of the safari. The itinerary ends in Arusha and you are transferred to the airport for your onward journey. There is no accommodation on this day and no meal plan specified in the text for the airport day.