Acanela Expeditions

Day 1: Welcome to Tanzania!
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You’ll be greeted by your private guide at Kilimanjaro National Airport—the gateway to the incomparable Serengeti National Park, known for its Northern Circuit safari. Once you arrive, you’ll enjoy some downtime before dining on a traditional welcome dinner, bursting with the flavors of authentic East African cuisine. We’ll spend the night in Arusha and prepare to start our safari the next day. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 2: Tarangire National Park
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A private driver and expert guide will meet us bright and early at the hotel. From here, we’ll embark on the start of our safari adventure through the Northern Circuit of the Serengeti. Our opening adventure will be in Tarangire National Park, where we’ll head out on a game drive, spotting a diverse range of animals. We’ll have our first taste of safari life and encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, and more—this park is known for its large elephant population and infamous tree-climbing lions. We’ll spend the next four nights in either a luxury tented camp or safari lodge, located in the central part of Serengeti National Park. After an exciting day, relax around the campfire, listening to the sounds of the wild and falling asleep under countless stars. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 3: Manyara National Park
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Today our drive will take us deep into Great Rift Valley and the heart of the Serengeti. We’ll visit Lake Manyara National Park, home to a rich variety of wildlife roaming the African Savanna as far as the eye can see. This park is known for its large flamingo flocks, and make sure you don’t miss the opportunity to capture a photo of hundreds of rosy pink flamingos set against a striking blue backdrop. During the day, we’ll pass through Mto wa Mbu village and meet the local Maasai people—the most famous East African tribe, originally inhabiting the East African Rift Valley. The Maasai people are nomadic herders, known for their fierce warfare and traditional adumu, or “jumping dance.” We’ll learn about their culture, traditions, and way of life before heading out for a delicious dinner cooked by talented local chefs. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 4: Serengeti
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Today we’ll continue our exploration of the heart of the Serengeti, passing rural villages and observing the “Big Five”: the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo. We might get a chance to experience the renowned Great Migration, where masses of wildebeest and other game animals migrate across the rivers and plains of the Serengeti. This attracts predators in the region, so spectators are guaranteed to see an abundant variety of animals. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
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Today we’ll visit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where we’ll find the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest unbroken, inactive caldera in the world. A drive along the crater's rim will give the opportunity to take in the vibrant flora and diverse fauna around us. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater
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The final day of our Serengeti adventure will take us deep into the Ngorongoro Crater, which holds some of the world's most famous safari land. The crater is one of the best locations in Africa to spot various animals—marvel at majestic flamingos, playful elephants, and grazing giraffes. There’s also always the possibility of spotting lions preying on animals lounging at the water’s edge. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 7: Moshi
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Traveling a short distance from Arusha, we’ll visit a little town called Moshi—the starting point of the trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the world's Seven Summits. We’ll take in the otherworldliness of this majestic mountain, stroll through the surrounding villages, and soak in the secluded, sparkling hot springs, a favorite location of weary hikers after conquering the mountain. Accommodation: Safari Tent / Lodge

Day 8: Arusha
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Spend the morning relaxing in Arusha and visiting some of Tanzania's best artisan markets. In the afternoon, it’s time to catch our flights back home. Get ready to tell your friends and family all about your unforgettable experience exploring the Serengeti!