Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon your arrival at the airport, a Hamarayuni Tours representative will warmly welcome you and drive you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll have the chance to relax and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. Arusha, a bustling hub of safari activity, is the gateway to Tanzania’s northern parks and a key stop for most travelers exploring the region.

Accommodation:
Mid-range: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meals & Drinks: At your own expense

Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, your Hamarayuni Tours safari guide will pick you up from your accommodation, and you’ll embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. The journey takes approximately two and a half hours on well-maintained tarmac roads. Named after the Tarangire River, which flows through the park, this “river of warthogs” is the primary water source for wildlife during the dry season.

Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant families, often seen gathering by the river. You may also spot giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, and a variety of predators, including lions and leopards. The park is a birdwatcher’s paradise, boasting more breeding species of birds than anywhere else on the planet. Don’t miss the iconic baobab trees, some of which are believed to be over a thousand years old.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park. After an exhilarating day of game drives, you’ll head to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation:
Mid-range: Eileen’s Tree Inn
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (drinks not included)

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you’ll drive into the cooler highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtaking natural wonder, formed when a massive volcano collapsed two to three million years ago. Spanning 260 square kilometers, the crater is a haven for wildlife, offering some of the densest large mammal populations in Africa.

As you descend into the crater, you’ll be greeted by sweeping savannahs, acacia woodlands, and shimmering lakes. The crater is home to wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and over 500 bird species. It’s also one of the best places in Tanzania to spot the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before continuing your game drive. In the evening, you’ll return to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation:
Mid-range: Eileen’s Tree Inn
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (drinks not included)

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park located 120 kilometers west of Arusha. Known for its stunning scenery, the park is framed by the towering Great Rift Escarpment and centered around a shallow salt lake. The lake attracts thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and over 500 other bird species.

Explore the park’s evergreen forests, where you may spot baboons and elephants, and keep an eye out for the famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before embarking on your final game drive.

In the afternoon, you’ll bid farewell to your Hamarayuni Tours guide and be dropped off at your preferred location, such as Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport, or Arusha Airport. We hope you’ve enjoyed your incredible adventure with Hamarayuni Tours!

No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and lunch included (drinks not included)

This 4-day safari with Hamarayuni Tours is designed to immerse you in the beauty and diversity of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes. Let us guide you through this unforgettable journey!