DAY 1: ARRIVE KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – HAMERKOP HOUSE BY LEMALA, THE KILIMANJARO GOLF AND WILDLIFE ESTATE
Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport, after clearing customs and immigration formalities, you will be met and transferred to Hamerkop House for meals and overnight.
Tucked between Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru, the Kilimanjaro Golf and Wildlife Estate comprises an 18-hole championship golf course together with a real estate development set within an area of outstanding natural beauty. The estate is situated on over 400 hectares of African bush, approximately 25 kilometres from the tourism stopover of Arusha, and a similar distance from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
The beauty of Tanzania’s northern highlands provides the spectacular setting for this estate. Surrounded by the Maasai Steppe, and the great ridges of the ancient Eastern Arc chain: the Pare, Usambara and Blue Mountains, there are incredible views from every angle. This is the newest and most striking addition to Africa’s great golfing estates and offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy a wildlife safari, horse riding adventures, cultural tours, and even helicopter tours.
Overnight: Hamerkop House by Lemala
This private house is located on a wildlife and golf estate, Kiligolf, situated halfway between Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha, and offers a great place to start or finish your safari. It is perfect for couples, families or small groups travelling together. Each bedroom is en suite with a private verandah and lounge. The house can be taken on a private exclusive use basis or shared and can be booked on a bed and breakfast, half board, full board or all-inclusive basis.
Arusha is the gateway to some of Tanzania’s best national parks, and Hamerkop House a great way to recover from the rigours of your journey to Africa – or to sit and reminisce on your adventures before starting your journey home, start your safari experience. Access to Tanzania’s only championship golf course means guests can enjoy a relaxing and incredibly scenic round under the shadow of both Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 2: LEMALA MPINGO RIDGE LODGE, TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast drive to Tarangire National Park for game drive, meals and overnight at Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge.
Tarangire National Park, situated within Tanzania’s spectacular Manyara Region, is an awe-inspiring national park comprising of granite ridges, river valleys, mixed vegetative landscapes, and free-roaming wildlife. During the annual dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife. Large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland gather and not surprisingly the predators follow.
With lion being among the most commonly spotted animal, it is a rare day that a visitor does not spot this majestic animal prowling or grazing. Tarangire is also the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope such as oryx and gerenuk are seen regularly. This expansive area is also known for its spectacular baobab trees, its breathtaking views of the Masaai Steppe and the wondrous mountains to the south.
Overnight: Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge
Lemala Mpingo Ridge sits on top of an escarpment with sweeping views across the perennial Tarangire River and valley below and matches the same outstanding standards of comfort and service as the other properties in Lemala’s collection.
Being the sixth largest national park in Tanzania, Tarangire remains slightly off the main safari circuit but is a terrifically scenic park featuring classic African savannah, green hills, woodlands and rivers and is especially famous for its large herds of elephants, superb birdlife and giant baobab trees.
Guests at Lemala Mpingo Ridge will enjoy a real sense of wilderness and excellent game viewing, and it’s both a relaxing standalone destination and a great place to start a safari that also combines Lemala properties in the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Drinks (excluding Premium Brands) Included
DAY 3: LEMALA MPINGO RIDGE LODGE, TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Full day game drive in Tarangire National Park, meals and overnight at Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park, situated within Tanzania’s spectacular Manyara Region, is an awe-inspiring national park comprising of granite ridges, river valleys, mixed vegetative landscapes, and free-roaming wildlife. During the annual dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife. Large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland gather and not surprisingly the predators follow.
With lion being among the most commonly spotted animal, it is a rare day that a visitor does not spot this majestic animal prowling or grazing. Tarangire is also the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope such as oryx and gerenuk are seen regularly. This expansive area is also known for its spectacular baobab trees, its breathtaking views of the Masaai Steppe and the wondrous mountains to the south.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Drinks (excluding Premium Brands) Included
DAY 4: LEMALA NGORONGORO TENTED CAMP, NGORONGORO CRATER
After breakfast drive to Ngorongoro conservation area via Lake Manyara National Park for game drive, picnic lunch will be provided. Afternoon drive to Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp for dinner and overnight.
Lake Manyara National Park
Situated in Tanzania’s central-northern region with the Lake Manyara to its east and the Manyara Escarpment to its west, the Lake Manyara National Park offers breathtaking views and a large variety of habitats supporting an array of wildlife. This small park is home to surprising biodiversity and features a magnificent landscape of acacia woodlands, forests, baobab strewn cliffs, algae-streaked hot springs, swamps and the lake itself.
The park supports over 400 species of bird and the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world. Other species to spot include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, warthog, the Cape clawless otter, and the Egyptian mongoose. Don’t miss the opportunity to see thousands of flamingos on the lake, the renowned tree-climbing lions, and large families of elephants strolling through the forest.
Overnight: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp
Lemala Ngorongoro is intimately set in a delightful ancient acacia forest close to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. As it is located next to the quiet Lemala crater access road on the eastern side, a key advantage of staying at Lemala Ngorongoro is the quick and easy drive down on to the crater floor in the morning.
Lemala guests usually have an hour’s head start over others descending via the far busier Seneto crater access road on the western rim. And of course can stay later in the afternoon before returning to camp. As Africa’s game is most active in the early morning and late afternoon this means better wildlife experiences for Lemala guests.
Game drives from camp may start as early as 6.15am and guests can be down among Ngorongoro’s abundant wildlife on the floor within 10-15 minutes – crucial for photographers who demand the best light conditions. Escorted walks are also available into the forest and along the crater rim with an armed ranger and Maasai guide.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Drinks (excluding Premium Brands) Included
DAY 5: LEMALA NGORONGORO TENTED CAMP, NGORONGORO CRATER
After breakfast descend to Ngorongoro Crater floor for a full day crater tour, picnic lunch will be provided. Late afternoon drive back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Ngorongoro Crater
Located in Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater is best known for its natural beauty and abundance of diverse wildlife; which makes it one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. Surrounded by Tanzania’s highlands, this UNESCO-listed crater is said to be the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Visitors can look forward to spotting the world-renowned Big Five and a host of other wildlife species including large herds of zebra and wildebeest. It is famed as one of Tanzania’s best tourist attractions offering visitors an array of wonderful activities including excellent bird watching, trekking, wildlife viewing, mountain biking and visiting a local Maasai village.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Drinks (excluding Premium Brands) Included
DAY 6: LEMALA NANYUKIE LODGE, EASTERN SERENGETI
After breakfast drive to Serengeti National Park for game drive with picnic lunch, dinner and overnight at Lemala Nyukie Lodge.
The rich acacia-dotted plains of the Eastern Serengeti are home to abundant wildlife. Visitors flock here to view the world-renowned wildebeest migration. Some of the best game-viewing can be enjoyed from Lobo on the eastern edge of the Serengeti National Park along the Grumeti River.
Popular activities include: taking a guided walk through the spectacularly scenic terrain of the wild Serengeti, jumping on a hot air balloon safari, picnics in the bush, and learning about Maasai culture and history. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the world famous Gol Kopjes for the best cheetah viewing in Africa.
Central Serengeti
Situated in the heart of Tanzania, the Central Serengeti encompasses the world-famous Seronera Valley which is known for its prime wildlife-viewing opportunities. This picture-perfect landscape is characterised by endless stretches of savannah-covered open plains interspersed by rocky outcrops of granite and scattered with acacia woodlands and covered in a network of rivers and streams.
The Central Serengeti forms part of the great wildebeest and zebra migration and provides an ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife such as giraffe, impala, waterbuck, hippo, elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, hyena, jackal, serval and much more. Popular activities include: game viewing, cultural tours, horse riding safaris, and hot air ballooning over the spectacularly scenic terrain.
Overnight: Lemala Nanyukie Lodge
Lemala Nanyukie is located just outside of the Seronera circuit, allowing for some private game viewing of its world famous concentration of cats and resident wildlife, due to its abundance of water in the many rivers. Between April and June, and again between November and January, this area is crossed by the annual wildebeest migration, which always provides a thrilling wildlife spectacle.
Lemala Nanyukie has a large, open floor lounge and bar area that has a variety of inside and outside seating. The inside lounge areas offer lots of discreet hideaways to retreat too. Whether your preference is a private space by the fireplace, or big comfortable sofas sharing experiences with fellow travellers – there’s space for all. A fully stocked bar lies just feet away with experienced bar staff to make your favourite tipple and served just as you like it. Vodka Martini - shaken not stirred!
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Drinks (excluding Premium Brands) Included
DAY 7: LEMALA NANYUKIE LODGE, EASTERN SERENGETI
Full day game drive in Serengeti National Park, meals and overnight at Lemala Nanyukie Lodge.
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti together with Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Park form Africa’s most famous wildlife park. The image of acacia trees on an endless grass plain epitomises Africa for many, and then add a Masai warrior and some cattle to the picture, and the conversation need go no further.
The annual wildebeest migration through the Serengeti and the Masai Mara is the largest mass movement of land mammals on the planet – with more than a million animals following the rains. But that is not where the game viewing ends; large prides of lions, elephants and giraffes in grasslands, gazelles and eland to mention but a few. Aside from traditional vehicle safaris, hot-air ballooning over the Serengeti plains has become almost essential.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Drinks (excluding Premium Brands) Included
DAY 8: END OF ITINERARY
After breakfast drive to Seronera airstrip for a scheduled flight Seronera/Arusha 1100hrs/1220hrs. Upon arrival at Arusha airstrip you will be met and transferred to Arusha town for lunch, afternoon you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight back home.
Or After lunch in Arusha, you may decide to extend you stay to the Spice Island of Zanzibar where you will relax on the beautiful beach for couple of days, then fly back home.
Basis
Bed and Breakfast
