7-day Safari in northern Tanzania

Arrival by 4:00 PM

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our local staff and introduced to the magic of Tanzania.

After meeting your representative, you will depart for Karatu (approximately 3 hours by road), enjoying scenic views along the way as the African landscape unfolds before you.

Upon arrival, check-in at your lodge and time at leisure to relax and recover from your journey.

In the evening, a welcome presentation of the FAM Trip will take place, including a detailed briefing about the upcoming program.

Dinner and overnight at Karatu Star World Lodge.

After breakfast, departure for a full-day safari in Tarangire National Park, one of Northern Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife reserves.

Characterized by rolling savannah landscapes dotted with majestic baobab trees—some of which are over 2,000 years old—Tarangire is home to the largest elephant population in northern Tanzania. Large herds can often be seen gathering along the Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline.

During the late dry season, the park boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on the entire continent, offering extraordinary game-viewing opportunities. Lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species are frequently spotted during the safari.

Early morning departure for the park.
Lunch will be served at a designated picnic area inside the park.

In the afternoon, return transfer to Karatu (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by road), with arrival at the lodge by 6:00 PM.

Dinner and overnight at Karatu Star World Lodge.

After breakfast, departure for a full-day safari in Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most diverse and scenic parks.

Renowned for its remarkable biodiversity, the park features five distinct ecosystems, ranging from groundwater forests and open grasslands to acacia woodlands and the alkaline lake itself. Lake Manyara is home to over 380 bird species, including flamingos and pelicans, as well as a wide variety of wildlife such as elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, leopards, lions (including the famous tree-climbing lions), baboons, hippos, antelopes, and warthogs.

Early morning departure for the park.
Lunch will be served at a designated picnic area inside the park.

After lunch, site inspections of selected lodges of different categories are scheduled (FAM trip activity).

In the afternoon, return transfer to Karatu (approximately 30 minutes by road), with arrival at the lodge by 6:00 PM.

Dinner and overnight at Karatu Star World Lodge.

After breakfast, departure for Serengeti National Park, an extraordinary destination where legend meets reality.

The oldest and largest national park in Tanzania, Serengeti covers an impressive area of 14,763 square kilometers. Its name derives from the Maasai word Siringet, meaning “endless plains” — a perfect description of the vast, open landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see.

The park is world-renowned for the Great Migration, when immense herds of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains in search of fresh grazing. Serengeti is also home to large prides of lions and numerous predators, including hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, jackals, and crocodiles, offering exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the year.

Early morning departure for the park.
Lunch will be served at a designated picnic area inside the park.

In the late afternoon, transfer to your tented camp with arrival by 6:00 PM.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

After breakfast, continue your exploration of the extraordinary Serengeti National Park, immersing yourself even deeper in its breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife.

The endless grasslands are occasionally interrupted by striking granite rock formations known as kopjes. These ancient outcrops serve as strategic lookout points for predators, particularly lions, who often rest atop the rocks or use them as cover while observing potential prey.

Along the rivers, you may spot crocodiles and hippos, as well as numerous animals gathering to drink. Leopards are also frequently seen lounging gracefully among the branches of the characteristic umbrella acacia trees.

Early morning departure for the safari.
Lunch will be served at a designated picnic area inside the park.

Return to the tented camp by 6:00 PM.

Dinner and overnight at Into Wild Africa Safari Lodge.

After breakfast, departure towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations.

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 and an International Biosphere Reserve in 1981, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is renowned for its unique ecosystem and extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

You will descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, situated at approximately 2,200 meters above sea level. This vast, unbroken caldera is the largest of its kind in the world and one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural wonders.

The crater is home to around 30,000 resident large mammals throughout the year, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and the rare black rhino. The area also hosts a remarkable variety of birdlife, such as flamingos, eagles, buzzards, ostriches, and falcons.

Early morning departure for the park.
Lunch will be served inside the park.

In the afternoon, transfer to Karatu (approximately 30 minutes by road), with arrival at the lodge by 6:00 PM.

Dinner and overnight at Karatu Star World Lodge.

After breakfast, your unforgettable safari adventure comes to an end.

You will depart for Arusha. Upon arrival, and time permitting, there will be the opportunity to explore the local markets and discover the vibrant atmosphere of the city (or enjoy another activity to be defined according to the group’s schedule).

Lunch at the lodge.

At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport for your international departure, taking home extraordinary memories and the authentic spirit of Africa in your heart.