6 Days Northern Tanzania - Safari among Flamingos & Volcanic Craters

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to Arusha. There, you will stay in a comfortable accommodation. In the evening, you will receive a detailed introduction to your upcoming safari, either from your driver-guide or a representative of our team.

Meals: Breakfast* and dinner

*Depending on the arrival time in Tanzania

Today is all about settling in and preparing. You have the opportunity to relax at your accommodation, enjoy the pool, or explore the surroundings of Arusha at your own pace.

If you wish, you can take part in optional activities, such as a visit to the city, a local market, or a small excursion into the nature around Arusha. At the same time, there is plenty of time to get ready for the upcoming safari adventure.

Your guide is available at all times to answer your questions and ensure that you start the coming days well-prepared.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

After breakfast, your journey takes you to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. The Tarangire River, the region's only permanent water source, attracts numerous wildlife.

Exciting encounters with lions, leopards, cheetahs, and large elephant herds await you here. After an extensive game drive, you will overnight at a charming safari lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Early in the morning, you set off for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater is known for its unparalleled animal density. Over 30,000 animals live here, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhinoceros.

With some luck, you will experience the "Big Five" in a unique landscape with steep crater walls and vast plains. After an unforgettable day, you will drive to a cozy lodge in Karatu in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

In the morning, your journey continues to Lake Manyara National Park. This small but diverse park impresses with its dense vegetation and enormous biodiversity. In addition to elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes, you can also admire the fascinating birdlife, with over 400 different species.

The varied landscape ranges from lush groundwater forests to vast acacia landscapes and the impressive cliffs of the Rift Valley. After a day full of unforgettable impressions, you will drive back to Arusha.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After a relaxed breakfast in Arusha, it is time to slowly say goodbye to your unforgettable safari in Tanzania. Use the final hours to reflect on the experiences of the past days.

Subsequently, our team will comfortably and reliably take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport. We ensure that you arrive on time and are happy to assist you with check-in if needed. With many new memories in your luggage, you begin your journey back home.

Meals: Breakfast

Yes, you need a tourist visa for entry, which currently costs 50 USD. Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry. It can be applied for online through the official government website or issued directly on arrival at the airport.  

The official currency in Tanzania is the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). For everyday expenses like restaurants, local markets, or small shops, Tanzanian Shillings are usually used.
In tourist areas, hotels, and with safari providers, US dollars and euros are often accepted.
Money can be easily withdrawn in major cities and at many ATMs, usually dispensing Tanzanian Shillings. International credit cards like Visa or Mastercard are accepted at many ATMs.

Before traveling to Tanzania, we recommend scheduling an appointment with a tropical medicine specialist at least 8 weeks in advance. There, you will receive individual advice on necessary or recommended vaccinations and important health measures for your trip.

Since Tanzania is a malaria-risk area, malaria prophylaxis is often recommended. The tropical medicine specialist can also advise you on suitable vaccinations and check if your existing immunization is sufficient or if booster shots are advisable.

In most parts of the country, it is relaxed, but Zanzibar is influenced by Islam. Outside the beaches, shoulders and knees should be covered; short shorts or crop tops are inappropriate in public areas.

Game drives usually start very early around 7:00 am as the animals are most active then. You will ride in a vehicle with a pop-up roof that offers great all-around visibility. A pair of binoculars is provided per vehicle at no cost, but you can rent an additional one for a fee.

Observe the animals quietly and always maintain a distance. In most cases, you will be in the safari vehicle during animal sightings, and you should only exit when your guide permits it. Animals should never be touched or fed. Additionally, it is important not to leave any litter in nature!

In Tanzania, tipping is a fixed part of the driver's income. As a guideline, you should plan around 30 US dollars per day per vehicle. It is helpful to have cash in small denominations for such purposes.

You will typically have breakfast and dinner at your lodge (buffet or set menu). For lunch, your driver will provide a lunchbox for you to enjoy in the bush or prepare a warm bush dinner in nature. During game drives, there will be an ample supply of complimentary drinking water in the vehicle. If you have any food intolerances, please inform us at least four weeks before the trip.