Royale Tour
$12,900
per Adult
12 days 11 nights
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Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania
To Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your guide will be there to greet you, ensuring a smooth transition from your flight to your accommodations in Arusha. As you drive, enjoy your first glimpses of Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes — rolling hills, local villages, and, on clear days, breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Your guide will share fascinating insights about the culture, wildlife, and adventures that await you in the coming days. With their deep knowledge of the region, you can rest assured that you're in capable hands from the very moment you land.
Enjoy your journey!
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Tarangire National Park Game Drive
After breakfast, depart for a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden safari gems and a highlight of the Northern Circuit. The park is best known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and the life-giving Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife throughout the year — especially during the dry season.
As you begin your game drive, you’ll quickly notice the park’s unique landscape: rolling savannah, scattered acacia woodlands, and towering baobabs that create a dramatic African backdrop. Tarangire is home to elephants in impressive numbers, often seen moving in family groups. You may also encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, and a variety of antelope species.
The Tarangire River serves as a vital water source, drawing animals from surrounding areas, making wildlife viewing exceptional. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted by the park’s rich birdlife, with over 500 species recorded, including colorful lovebirds and large raptors.
day | 3
Lake Manyara Game Drive
After breakfast, depart for an exciting game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and diverse wildlife destinations. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park offers a stunning mix of lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the shimmering alkaline lake itself.
The lake attracts thousands of flamingos and other water birds, making it a paradise for bird lovers with over 400 recorded species. As you explore in your 4x4 safari vehicle, your guide will share insights about the wildlife, ecosystems, and unique behavior of the animals you encounter.
Lake Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a rare and fascinating sight as they rest on acacia branches. The park is also home to large herds of elephants, often seen walking gracefully through the forest. Keep your camera ready for buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and playful baboons that roam freely throughout the park.
day | 4
Ngorongoro crater Game Drive
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most breathtaking wildlife havens. This vast volcanic caldera is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife within its protective walls.
This is one of the best places in Tanzania to spot the endangered black rhino, along with large prides of lions, elephants with impressive tusks, buffalo, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos. With a bit of luck, you may also witness hyenas, jackals, or even a cheetah on the hunt.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site near the hippo pool, surrounded by spectacular views and the sounds of nature. The enclosed environment of the crater allows for exceptional game viewing in a relatively short time, making every moment exciting and rewarding.
In the afternoon, ascend back to the rim with unforgettable memories and stunning photographs of this extraordinary natural sanctuary.
The Ngorongoro Crater offers a truly unique safari experience — dramatic landscapes, dense wildlife populations, and unmatched beauty all in one place.
day | 5
Transfer to Serengeti National park
After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, driving through the breathtaking highlands and vast plains that define Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. The journey itself is part of the adventure, offering changing landscapes, traditional Maasai villages, and endless panoramic views along the way.
As you leave the crater highlands behind, the scenery gradually opens into the iconic Serengeti plains — a seemingly endless stretch of savannah dotted with acacia trees and rocky kopjes. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the ecosystem, wildlife migration patterns, and the rich history of this legendary park.
Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short en-route game drive as you enter the park, giving you your first taste of Serengeti’s incredible wildlife. Keep an eye out for giraffes gracefully browsing, elephants roaming the plains, or big cats resting on rocky outcrops.
Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in the late afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for a full-day game drive the following day. As the sun sets over the savannah and the sounds of the African wilderness fill the air, anticipation builds for the unforgettable safari experience awaiting you in the Serengeti.
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Exploring central Serengeti
After an early breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive in the Seronera region, known for its high concentration of resident wildlife. This area is excellent for spotting big cats such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. You may also encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and large herds of wildebeests grazing across the plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon exploration.
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Northern or Western Serengeti Adventure
Venture further to the Northern or Western Serengeti, depending on the season. This gives you the chance to witness the Great Migration (if in season), river crossings, and large herbivore herds. The landscapes here are vast, open, and ideal for spotting predators in action. Overnight at a new camp or lodge to experience a different Serengeti setting.
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Serengeti Sunrise
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Final Encounters
Begin with an early morning game drive when predators are most active and the golden light makes for incredible photography. Watch as the savannah awakens — lions returning from a night hunt, hyenas roaming, and antelope grazing peacefully. After brunch, continue exploring different areas before returning to your lodge or camp to relax and reflect on your safari memories.
day | 9
Transfer from Serengeti to Karatu
As you leave the endless Serengeti plains behind, the landscape gradually transforms. Vast golden savannah gives way to rolling green hills and cooler highland air. You may pass through the Ngorongoro highlands, offering breathtaking panoramic views and occasional wildlife sightings en route.
This drive is not just a transfer — it’s a continuation of your safari experience. Expect to see Maasai herders with their cattle, small rural villages, and vibrant local markets along the roadside. Your guide will share insights about the Maasai culture, farming practices, and the history of the region.
Karatu is a peaceful, fertile town known for its coffee plantations, small farms, and welcoming community. Sitting at an elevation of about 1,400–1,600 meters, it enjoys a cooler climate compared to the Serengeti plains, making it a refreshing stop after your safari days.
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Elephant cave
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waterfalls walk
Located in the lush highlands near Karatu, the Elephant Cave and Waterfalls Walk offers a refreshing and active experience away from the safari vehicle. This guided nature walk takes you through beautiful forested areas and farmland at the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The Elephant Cave is a natural formation created by elephants digging into the soil to extract mineral-rich earth. You may see fresh signs of elephant activity such as footprints and dung, evidence that these magnificent animals still visit the area. Your local guide will explain how elephants use the cave and the importance of minerals in their diet.
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Coffee plantation visit
Enjoy a guided coffee plantation walk in the fertile highlands of Karatu, a region well known for producing high-quality Arabica coffee. Surrounded by rolling green hills and rich volcanic soil near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, this experience offers an authentic look into Tanzania’s coffee culture.
During the walk, a local guide will take you through the entire coffee-making process — from planting and harvesting the ripe red cherries to drying, roasting, and grinding the beans. Depending on the season, you may even participate in picking coffee cherries or helping with traditional processing methods.
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Depart Tanzania
After an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit, today marks the final day of your adventure. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge before preparing for departure.
At the appropriate time, your professional guide will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. As you travel, take in your last views of Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes — perhaps even a final glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day.
Add-ons
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Hot Air balloon - Serengeti National park
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Maasai village visit (Maassai bomas) - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
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Olduvai Gorge visit - Olduvai Gorge
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Biking and nature walk - Karatu
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Zanzibar beach extention - Zanzibar
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Mount Kilimanjaro hike - Kilimanjaro