5 Day Package - Mbugu Adventure and Safaris (MAAS)

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5 Day Itinerary, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Mateumi cultural tour

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Day 01 : Tarangire National Park

Arrival and Tarangire National Park

Morning:

Pick up from your hotel in Arusha after breakfast. Drive to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours).

After park entry formalities, enjoy a game drive. Explore the famous Tarangire River, a magnet for wildlife like elephants, zebras, lions, and diverse bird species. You’ll also see the iconic baobab trees that dominate the landscape.

Lunch:

Bush lunch inside the park at a scenic spot, with views of grazing animals in the distance.

Afternoon:

Continue with game drives in the park, focusing on wildlife like lions, cheetahs, and possibly leopards, before heading to your lodge.

Dinner & Overnight:

Tarangire Simba Lodge,

where you’ll enjoy a delightful dinner with a view of the surrounding wilderness.

Day 02: Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Breakfast:

Early breakfast at Tarangire Simba Lodge.

Morning:

Depart for the Serengeti through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You’ll pass through Masai villages and scenic highlands.

En route to the Serengeti, there will be an opportunity to visit a Masai village (optional cultural activity).

Lunch:

Picnic lunch near Naabi Hill as you enter the Serengeti National Park.

Afternoon:

Afternoon game drive in the central Serengeti, famous for the abundant wildlife. Expect to see predators like lions, cheetahs, and, if you’re lucky, leopards. You’ll also spot herds of wildebeests, zebras, and giraffes.

Dinner & Overnight:

Arukore Serengeti Camp,

where you’ll relax after a full day of adventure.

Day 03: Full Game Drive in Serengeti, Drive to Ngorongoro

Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti, Drive to Ngorongoro

Breakfast:

Early breakfast at your camp.

Morning & Afternoon:

Full day game drive in the Serengeti. You’ll explore different parts of the park, focusing on areas where big cats hunt and plains filled with herbivores. During the day, enjoy a bush lunch amidst the breathtaking Serengeti plains.

Possible attractions include the Seronera Valley (great for spotting leopards) and the expansive Grumeti River area for hippos and crocodiles.

Evening:

After a full day, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for your overnight stay.

Dinner & Overnight:

Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp,

located on the crater rim with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Day 04: Full day Game Drive in Ngorongoro Creater

Day 4:

Full Day Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater, Drive to Arusha

Breakfast:

Early breakfast at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp.

Morning:

Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing.

The crater is one of the best places to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard) in a single day. You’ll also spot large flocks of flamingos at Lake Magadi and hippos in the freshwater marshes.

Lunch:

Bush lunch inside the crater, while observing wildlife in the lush surroundings.

Afternoon:

Continue exploring the crater floor, which offers a variety of ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Evening:

After the game drive, you’ll return to Arusha for the night.

Dinner & Overnight:

Greenside Hotel Arusha.

Day 05: Mateumi Cultural Tour & Departure

Day 5:

Mateumi Cultural Tour and Departure

Breakfast:

Enjoy breakfast at Greenside Hotel.

Morning:

Drive to Mateumi village in Moshi for a rich cultural tour. You’ll visit a coffee farm, learn about the traditional coffee-making process, and experience the culture of the Chagga people. Take a short hike to a nearby waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery, where you can relax or take pictures.

Lunch:

Enjoy a traditional Chagga lunch with a local family.

Afternoon:

After the tour, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

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