Safari Kitendo Luxury Safari for July, August and September

Day 1: Arrival and VIP collection and transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge

1. Arusha Village Experience
   12h · Admission ticket included
   Lying on the gently rolling foothills that cascade down from the ever-present Mount Meru is the bustling and vibrant town of Arusha. It is here on the outskirts of this town, hidden amongst one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations, that you will find Arusha Coffee Lodge, a perfect haven for relaxation either before or after any East African safari.

Day 2: Fly to Tarangire and stay at Mpingo Ridge Lodge

1. Tarangire National Park
   1 day
   Mpingo Ridge sits on top of an escarpment with sweeping views across the perennial Tarangire River and valley below and offers outstanding standards of comfort and service. Each of the 15 spacious suites have been carefully positioned to maximize not only the sensational views over the Tarangire valley but also to take advantage of cooling breezes during warm weather. It is the very best location in Tarangire, right at the heart of the park and the densest animal concentration, close to the river.

Day 3: Tarangire National Park and Mpingo Ridge

1. Tarangire National Park
   1 day
   Tarangire is one of my favourite parks and is the sixth largest park in the country with 2,850 square kilometres of wilderness. Elephants, and other animals, are always confident of finding water in Tarangire and in the driest of seasons they will dig the river bed or visit the swamp, a sort of water tank for the region. In desperate times, the elephants will strip the bark from the Baobab trees that define Tarangire and squeeze out the water. We will game drive to the lodge for lunch and a freshen up before going out in the afternoon for a game drive.

Day 4: Drive to Mto Wa Mbu and drive around Ngorongoro Crater to Crater's Edge Lodge

1. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
   1 day
   Accommodation here is a harmonious fusion of spaciousness and opulence. Adorned with authentic African decor and modern amenities, the expansive suites provide panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Guests may indulge in the warmth of their in-room fireplace, allowing them to revel in the beauty of the region while cocooned in the comfortable embrace of their suite. Being so close to the descent road, you will be able to be the first into the crater to enjoy an early morning safari as the wildlife wakes from its slumbers.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater and Crater's Edge Lodge

1. Ngorongoro Crater
   1 day · Admission ticket included
   The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact and unfilled volcanic caldera and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area's main tourists’ attraction. It is the largest and most scenic crater in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a large concentration of wildlife. It is also one of Africa's Seven Natural Wonders due to its breathtaking natural features. The Ngorongoro Crater is known as a home to over 25,000 animals, including the big five; elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, lions and leopards. Other animals found in this crater include hippos, hyenas, warthogs, zebras, elands, gazelles, wildebeests, just to name a few. This makes Ngorongoro Crater probably the best site in Tanzania to spot and watch the big five as well as other wild species more easily.

Day 6: Fly to Serengeti and Nanyukie Camp

1. Serengeti National Park
   1 day
   With canvas walls, cathedral-like tented ceilings and broad hardwood decks, guests at Lemala Nanyukie can expect a light contemporary décor in a palette of dazzling whites and neutral colours, with warmth introduced by textured accessories, luxurious upholstery, wooden furnishings, and well-executed lighting. The 15 luxurious guest suites (13 standard suites + 1 x 2 bedroomed suite) are spaced well apart for maximum privacy. Nanyukie redefines luxury tented lodges and is the place to relax and enjoy the african starlit night sky.

Day 7: Central Serengeti and Nanyukie Camp

1. Serengeti National Park
   1 day
   Meaning ‘endless plains’ in the Maasai language, the Serengeti is undoubtedly one of the world’s most celebrated wilderness areas. The Central Serengeti also has high-density game-viewing at all times and is well-known for its large concentration of cats, so much so that until recently this area was set aside for scientific research into predators, especially cheetah.

Day 8: Fly to Mara River and Kuria Hills Lodge

1. Serengeti National Park
   1 day
   Kuria Hills Lodge is remotely located in the Wogakuria Hills of the Northern Serengeti. A scenic region characterized by grassy rolling hills, open woodland and tree-lined watercourses, it is a habitat that attracts wildlife throughout the year. Lemala Kuria Hills is in close proximity to the Mara River on the Serengeti’s border with Kenya’s Maasai Mara, so is also within the main corridor of the world-famous wildebeest migration between July and October.

Day 9: Mara River and Kuria Hills Lodge

1. Mara River
   1 day · Admission ticket included
   Between June and November is the time to be in this exciting area as thousands of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles will be edging to the river banks until the pressure is so strong behind that they launch themselves into the river to follow the fresh grass. As we game drive around we will undoubtedly find some amazing sightings of the resident game in the surrounding area.

Day 10: Serengeti Game Drive and Kuria Hills Lodge

1. Serengeti National Park
   1 day
   We will again explore the northern Serengeti to meander between the vast herds of the wildebeest as they amass on the banks of the river. A scenic region characterized by grassy rolling hills, open woodland and tree-lined watercourses, it is a habitat that attracts wildlife throughout the year. The Mara River on the Serengeti’s border with Kenya’s Maasai Mara is the main corridor of the world-famous wildebeest migration between July and October.

Day 11: Return to Arusha and Transfer to Ngare Sero Lodge

1. Arusha Region
   1 day
   Set in lush gardens amid forest and crystal clear waters on the slopes of Mount Meru, Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is a wonderful place to relax and simmer in the immense beauty of East Africa. The Lodge has been adapted from an early colonial farmhouse built in the early 20th century and it is one of the oldest family lodges in Arusha. It offers 10 Garden Rooms, 2 Main House Suites and a Farm Cottage with 3 bedrooms. Ngare Sero has been providing personal service for its residents since 1974. Here you can spend the days amid nature, watching the changing colors of the Kilimanjaro glaciers while sipping drinks on the verandah or hiking in the forest inhabited by colobus and Sykes monkeys as well as hundreds of small animal and bird species.The Lodge is located only 30 minutes (20 km) away from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha town centre and it is a perfect base while on safari in northern Tanzania.

Day 12: Departure Day

1. 12h · Admission ticket included
   You will be collected in a VIP SUV and transferred to the airport for your onward journey - whether that is Zanzibar in our luxury resort or your journey home.

Pickup details

Our guide will meet you at the only JRO terminal building exit and will be holding a meeting board with your name. Prior to travel you will have the mobile phone number of the guide meeting you just in case.

When on safari, it is best to travel light if possible, especially for groups of 4 or more. Soft luggage is preferential and no more than 25Kg per suitcase. A second bag is fine such as a laptop case or small rucksack.

You are covered for any medical evacuation, however, adequate travel and medical insurance is mandatory and we recommend discussing with your doctor regarding any recommended vaccinations.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels