10 Days – East Africa Exclusive Luxury Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Safari Briefing & Relaxation

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by a Cheleli Adventure and Safaris representative who will transfer you to your lodge/camp in Arusha.
After check-in, enjoy a short briefing about the safari, equipment, expectations, and the adventure ahead. The rest of the day is for relaxation.

Activities:

• Safari briefing

• Optional city walk

• Overnight in Arusha (camping/lodge)

Day 2: Arusha → Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees and large herds of elephants. Game drive throughout the day.

Highlights:

• Massive elephant herds

• Baobab landscapes

• Lions, leopards, cheetahs

• Tarangire River wildlife concentration

Late afternoon, drive to the campsite inside or near the park for dinner and overnight.
Experience: Fall asleep to hyenas whooping and wildlife sounds around your camp.

Day 3: Tarangire → Lake Manyara Area (Cultural Activities)

After a final morning game drive in Tarangire, drive to Mto wa Mbu Village, a cultural melting pot with over 120 tribes.

Activities (choose any):

• Banana farms + rice plantations tour

• Local food tasting (authentic Tanzanian dishes)

• Biking through the village

• Visiting craft markets and local artists

Settle at your campsite near Lake Manyara for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park → Serengeti National Park (Central)

Begin with an early game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, large hippo pools, and colorful birdlife.

Continue the journey toward the legendary Serengeti, enjoying scenic views along the way.

Highlights en route:

• Ngorongoro highlands scenery

• Masai villages

• Wildlife spotting before entering the Serengeti

Arrive in the afternoon for a short game drive before heading to your Seronera campsite.

Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti’s rolling plains and wildlife-packed valleys.

Expect to see:

• Big cats: lions, cheetahs, and leopards

• Elephants, giraffes, buffalo

• Hyenas, jackals, and large antelope

• Possible wildebeest migration (seasonal)

Enjoy lunch at a scenic picnic area and continue with game drives until evening.
Return to the campsite for dinner around the campfire.

Day 6: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti—sunrise is the best time for predators.

After lunch, drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stop at interesting viewpoints along the way.

Arrive at Simba Campsite, located on the crater rim with stunning sunset views.

Experience:

• Chilly high-altitude evening

• Zebras and buffalo often wander near the campsite

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Tour → Karatu

Descend 600 meters into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best wildlife-viewing areas on earth.

Expect to see:

• Black rhinos

• Lions and their prides

• Hippos in the pools

• Massive herds of buffalo

• Hyenas and jackals

• Thousands of wildebeests & zebras

Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool before ascending the crater and driving to your campsite in Karatu for overnight.

Day 8: Karatu → Lake Eyasi (Cultural Adventure with Hadzabe & Datoga)

Drive to Lake Eyasi, home to two fascinating tribes:

• Hadzabe (Bushmen): Traditional hunter-gatherers

• Datoga: Skilled blacksmiths

Activities:

• Early morning hunting expedition with Hadzabe

• Learning about traditional fire-making

• Visiting the Datoga blacksmith workshops

• Cultural interaction and traditional songs

Return to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Day 9: Karatu → Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha with scenic views of the Great Rift Valley.

Depending on your flight schedule, you may enjoy optional activities:

• Coffee plantation tour

• Souvenir shopping

• Arusha city tour

Transfer to the airport for your departure.