Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a Go Kilimanjaro Treks representative will meet you and transfer you to your lodge near the airport. Enjoy a peaceful night with views of Mount Kilimanjaro and a warm welcome to East Africa.

Day 2: West Kilimanjaro (Sinya/Elerai)
Travel to the western slopes of Kilimanjaro for a relaxing start to your journey. Enjoy a guided walking safari led by local Maasai, offering a close look at the landscape and traditional culture. Settle in for the night in this quiet and scenic area.

Day 3: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobabs and large elephant herds. Experience your first game drive amid a diverse ecosystem teeming with wildlife.

Day 4: Tarangire National Park
Enjoy both early morning and afternoon game drives. Early outings often reward visitors with predator activity and rare sightings. Between drives, relax and enjoy the landscape.

Day 5: Transfer to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Tarangire and head toward the Serengeti. On the way, stop at a Maasai village for a cultural exchange of song, dance, and tradition. By evening, arrive in the Serengeti, where you’ll enjoy downtime at your lodge or campsite.

Day 6: Serengeti National Park
Start the day with a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over the plains. After landing, spend the rest of the day on a game drive in the park, tracking wildlife across the endless savannah.

Day 7: Full Day in the Serengeti
Spend the entire day exploring different regions of the Serengeti, seeking out predators, herbivores, and the magic of the migration if the timing is right.

Day 8: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater via Olduvai Gorge
Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before visiting Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most significant archaeological sites. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater rim, where you will overnight with stunning views.

Day 9: Empakaai Crater Hike
Take a scenic hike along the rim of Empakaai Crater. This area, rich in birdlife and less traveled by safari vehicles, offers an excellent way to stretch your legs and take in the tranquility of the highlands.

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing in one of the most concentrated wildlife areas on the planet. In the late afternoon, return to Arusha for your departure preparations.