Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our Seneiya Expeditions representative will welcome and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha.

Take this opportunity to relax and recoup from your flight. If time permits, we can arrange a complementary city tour. Arusha has a wide array of restaurants and gift shops to explore. Overnight hotel as per our selection or a hotel of your choice.

Accommodation
Mount Meru Hotel

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Savor a leisurely breakfast, then prepare to discover the cultural and natural wonders of Tanzania. Take a picturesque drive to Mto Wa Mbu, a cultural hub that provides an intriguing glimpse into Tanzania's rich heritage. Nestled between Manyara and Ngorongoro, this distinctive region draws individuals from all 120 tribes, forming a lively cultural mosaic. Enjoy local Tanzanian cuisine at one of the eateries in Mto wa Mbu.

Continue your journey to Lake Manyara National Park - one of Tanzania’s smaller wilderness enclaves, a thin green band of forest flanked on one side by sheer cliffs and on the other by white-hot shores of an ancient soda lake. Feeding on undergrowth or dozing in dry riverbeds are the country’s densest populations of buffalo and elephant. Hippo’s wallow along the lake’s borders and a dazzling variety of birds fly overhead. Although Lake Manyara National Park lions are fond of trees (perhaps envious of their close competitor - leopards!), this is pretty rare, and it is not often spotted on every safari.

This park provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded, and even a first-time visitor to Africa might reasonably expect to observe 100 of these in one day. Depending on season, you might see thousands of pink-hued flamingos on their perpetual migration, as well as other large water birds such as pelicans, cormorants, and storks.

Enjoy scenic drive as you make your way to your lodge in Karatu. Finally, conclude your day with a delightful dinner and a restful overnight.

Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Awake to the natural sounds of the Lake Manyara’s birdlife, enjoy an early morning breakfast preparing for an enriching adventure ahead. After breakfast, check out with packed lunch and embark on a scenic drive to Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, descend down the inactive Caldera – The Ngorongoro Crater, where you will be free to enjoy game viewing until late afternoon.

The Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as "Africa's Eden," is a massive volcanic caldera that hosts an incredible ecosystem supporting a wide variety of wildlife, including the famous "Big Five" (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo), along with many other species. With a remarkable depth of 600 meters and a diameter of 20 kilometres, the crater is alive with activity, showcasing vibrant ponds and pools that contribute to its ecological diversity.

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and often hailed as the “8th wonder of the world,” Ngorongoro Crater offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world’s splendor.

After an eventful game viewing day, ascend to your lodge where you will indulge in a delectable dinner and spend the night, surrounded by breathtaking views of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater.

Accommodation
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up and enjoy breakfast surrounded by the pristine natural beauty of the Ngorongoro, then check out with packed lunch and proceed on a scenic drive to The Great Serengeti -Tanzania’s oldest park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You may have seen Serengeti featured in well-known documentaries like Surviving in Serengeti, Serengeti Shall Never Die, Tales of the Serengeti, Great Natural Wonders of the World, Lions of Serengeti, Kings of the Serengeti... the list goes on! But today, the park is set to be revealed right before you.

Enjoy a delicious picnic and spend the entire day out exploring the rolling plains of the Serengeti National Park. After an action-packed day in the bush, make your way back to the camp in time for a delectable dinner and comfortable night, surrounded by the captivating wilderness and sounds of the Serengeti

Accommodation
Ikoma Tented Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Arise with the sun and have breakfast, ready for an exciting day ahead. After breakfast, check out with packed lunch and embark on a full-day game drive in this remarkable Serengeti National Park renowned as one of Tanzania’s premier wildlife destinations.

Serengeti National Park spans nearly 15,000 km² and is recognized as a World Heritage Site filled with wildlife throughout the year. You can see millions of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and elands as they embark on a massive journey in search of water and grass. This great migration follows a seasonal rhythm influenced by rainfall and the nutrients in the grass. Even when the migration slows down, the Serengeti still provides some of the most exciting game viewing experiences in Africa.

The spectacle of predator versus prey dominates Tanzania’s greatest park. Golden-manned lion prides feast on the abundance of plain grazers. Solitary leopards haunt in the acacia trees lining the river banks, while a high density of cheetahs prowls the south-eastern plains. Almost uniquely, all three African jackal species occur here, alongside the spotted hyena and a host of more elusive small predators, ranging from the insectivorous aardwolf to the beautiful serval cat.

As the evening unfolds, you will have the opportunity to exit the vehicle and immerse yourself in the wilderness, reminiscing about the day's adventures with your cherished companions over a sundowner. Seek out an idyllic vantage point to witness the sun gracefully descend beyond the horizon, drink in hand, chilled to perfection. Observe the hues transform as the golden light cascades over the African bush. This experience stands as one of the most unforgettable highlights of any African safari!

Accommodation
Ikoma Tented Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Savor a hearty breakfast surrounded by Africa’s wilderness, and drive to the airstrip for your onward flight to Ruaha. Upon arrival, you will be met by the safari guide and continue with an enroute game drive to your camp for check in and lunch.

After lunch, continue on scenic game drive. Ruaha is one of Tanzania’s best kept secrets! Its previous inaccessibility means that this park has remained unchanged for centuries and offers the type of wild safari that early explorers were privy to.

Bordered on the east by the Great Ruaha River and the west by Mzumbe River, visitors are struck by it’s the beauty and vast expanse of wilderness stretching down towards the hazy blue hills of the Southern Highlands. its unique location in the middle of Southern and East Africa means that you will experience a diverse blend of the two ecosystems.

The terrain is varied and fascinating with wild fig trees, rare baobab forests, sausage trees (Kigelia Africana) that periodically burst into brilliant scarlet flowers and gorges of glowing orange sandstone. The rivers contain swirling rapids and deep pools inhabited by crocodiles and hippos.

After an eventful day, enjoy an enroute game drive as you make your way to your camp and finally conclude your day with a delightful dinner and a restful overnight.

Accommodation
Ruaha River Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Embark on unforgettable full days game drives in Ruaha National Park, the second largest national park in Tanzania, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity.

Start your day early to enhance your chances of encountering incredible wildlife, Ruaha is a permanent hunting ground for lions, jackals, hyenas and the rare and beautifully marked wild dogs. They prey on zebras and numerous antelopes, with both the stunning roan and sable antelope found here as well as greater and lesser kudu. There are also thousands of elephants and buffalo.!

Traverse the park's diverse terrain from expansive savannahs to picturesque riverbanks, you will be treated to stunning views and numerous opportunities for photography. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch in the heart of African wilderness allowing you to truly connect with the serene environment.

Later in the afternoon, return to your accommodations for dinner. Following a gourmet dinner, set out with your expert guide on an evening game drive in the Ruaha National Park to see the bush come alive as the sun sets. Keep your ears and eyes open for serval, civet, African wild cats, leopards, and plenty of other wildlife.

Afterward, return to your lodge for a comfortable overnight stay carrying memories of this unforgettable day in the Ruaha.

Accommodation
Ruaha River Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge. Check out and transfer to the airstrip for a scheduled flight to Dar-Es-Salaam. Met on arrival and transfer to the Airport for your international return flight.

Today marks the end of your memorable 9 days best of Tanzania adventure, you will not come back home empty-handed but with many adventure stories to tell and photographs that captured the special moments you experienced on this amazing safari!

Meal Plan: Breakfast