An 8-day unforgettable safari typically involves exploring some of the most famous national parks and game reserves in Africa, experiencing wildlife sightings, and cultural interactions. Below is a breakdown of what each day might entail:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha or Nairobi
You will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your accommodation. You will meet with your safari guide who will brief you on the itinerary and answer any questions you may have. Depending on your arrival time, you may have time to explore the town or relax at your hotel.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population, baobab trees, and diverse birdlife. You will go on game drives in the park, stopping for a picnic lunch in the bush. In the evening, you will head to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and diverse birdlife. You will go on game drives in the park, stopping for a picnic lunch in the bush. In the evening, you will head to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4-5: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to the Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous national parks in Africa, known for its vast plains, wildebeest migration, and big cat sightings. You will go on game drives in the park, stopping for a picnic lunch in the bush. You will spend two nights in the park, staying at a lodge or campsite.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest unbroken caldera. You will descend into the crater for a game drive, where you can expect to see a high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino). In the evening, you will head to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, you will drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve, located in Kenya, famous for its wildebeest migration, big cats, and Maasai culture. You will go on game drives in the reserve, stopping for a picnic lunch in the bush. In the evening, you will head to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, you will depart from the Maasai Mara and drive back to Nairobi or Arusha, depending on your flight schedule. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
Overall, this safari offers a well-rounded experience of some of the most popular national parks and game reserves in East Africa. It includes game drives, cultural interactions, and relaxation time at comfortable lodges or campsites.
