Option 1: Manyara National Park

  • Early Morning Departure: At 7:00 AM, our experienced driver guide will pick you up from the hotel. After a warm greeting, he will provide brief safari information before we depart from the beautiful Arusha city, heading west to Manyara.
  • Scenic Drive: Enjoy the fantastic Arusha view scenery and immerse yourself in the local culture during the two-and-a-half-hour drive covering almost 127 km.
  • Arrival at Manyara National Park: Arrive at Manyara National Park late morning and stop for registrations before embarking on a game drive in search of animals.
  • Game Drive: Explore the park, stopping at attractions while your guide describes the various species. We’ll pause at 1 PM for lunch, provided in a lunch box by your guide. The guide will choose a safe and picturesque picnic area for you to enjoy your meals with a scenic view.
  • Afternoon Game Drive: After lunch, continue with the game drive until the evening, experiencing the wildlife and landscapes of Manyara National Park.
  • Evening Departure: Around 5 PM, check out and start driving out of the park, heading back to Arusha. Enjoy the sunset safari, escorted by the whistling sounds of birds flying in the trees.

Option 2: Tarangire National Park

  • Arusha to Tarangire National Park: Depart from Arusha after breakfast for a two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park.
  • Scenic Journey: Witness the changing landscape as Arusha’s urban surroundings transform into wide open plains and quaint Masai villages.
  • Park Entrance: Check in at the park entrance, where mischievous monkeys might entertain you. Pose with a gigantic Baobab at the entrance for a memorable photo.
  • Tarangire River: Once inside the park, observe the Tarangire River lined with acacia and Baobab trees, attracting diverse wildlife throughout the day.
  • Seasonal Migration: During the dry season, witness thousands of animals migrating from the Masai steppe to the Tarangire region in search of water, providing an opportunity to see numerous species.
  • Exclusive Wildlife: Encounter endangered animals unique to the park, such as the Greater Kudu, Fringe-Eared Oryx, and the Ashy Starling.
  • Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the park’s scenic areas, overlooking the Tarangire River. Be cautious with your food, as local monkeys may be tempted to join for a tasty treat!
  • Afternoon Return: Return to Arusha in the late afternoon.