Description
Overview
Embark on an 8-day mid-range honeymoon safari combining romance and adventure. Discover the beauty of Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara National Parks, each offering breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife, and golden sunsets. Unwind in cozy lodges and intimate camps, ideal for creating cherished memories as a couple.
Day 1; Arrival in Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival, a warm and friendly Highneck representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll have time to relax and get ready for the incredible journey ahead.
Arusha, a lively city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, serves as the gateway to northern Tanzania’s world-famous safari circuit an essential and exciting starting point for your unforgettable adventure.
Accommodation; Summit Safari Lodge
Meal plan; Half board
Day 2; Transfer to Tarangire national park
After breakfast, your Highneck Safari guide will collect you from your lodge for the approximately two-and-a-half-hour drive to Tarangire National Park via good tarmac roads. Named after the Tarangire River, the only reliable water source in the dry season the park is famous for its large elephant herds often seen gathering by the river. You may also spot giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests, while predators like lions and leopards often lurk nearby.
Accommodation; Eileen's Trees Inn
Meal plan; Full board
Day 3; Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll journey into the cooler highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a chance to pause and admire the stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater. Your adventure then continues through the conservation area to the southern reaches of Serengeti National Park.
Renowned for its sweeping grasslands and exceptional wildlife viewing, the Serengeti is especially famous for the Great Migration an awe-inspiring spectacle of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes moving in search of fresh grazing, depending on the season.
Accommodation; Kontiki Serengeti Camp
Meal plan; Full board
Day 4-5; Serengeti National Park
Spend two unforgettable days exploring the magnificent Serengeti, renowned for its big cats and rich wildlife. Embark on exciting game drives across endless golden plains, where lions, cheetahs, and leopards roam freely. Encounter vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and elephants, and admire the park’s incredible birdlife, with over 500 species to spot. Soak in the beauty of breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, and relax in cozy, well-appointed accommodations nestled in the heart of this legendary landscape.
Accommodation; Kontiki Serengeti Camp
Meal plan; Full board
Day 6; Ngorongoro Crater, a big five haven
After a hearty breakfast, set off on a scenic drive to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, taking in stunning landscapes and spotting wildlife along the way. Your afternoon will be spent exploring this natural marvel before continuing to your accommodation in Karatu.
Surrounded by steep volcanic walls, the Ngorongoro Crater is a spectacular haven of life and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Formed over two million years ago, it is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, featuring golden savannahs, shimmering lakes, acacia woodlands, and lush wetlands.
Descending into the crater is a breathtaking experience, with incredible views and rich wildlife at every turn. On the crater floor, expect to see herds of wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and over 500 bird species, including flamingos and crowned cranes. With a bit of luck, you may even encounter the rare black rhino grazing in the open plains making this journey truly unforgettable.
Accommodation; Eileen's Trees Inn
Meal plan; Full board
Day 7; Lake manyara national park
This morning, you’ll set off for Lake Manyara National Park, your final destination on this remarkable safari. Located 120 km west of Arusha, Lake Manyara is a compact yet incredibly diverse park. Though one of the narrowest parks in Africa, it feels expansive, with the dramatic Great Rift Escarpment rising sharply along its western edge.
At the heart of the park lies the shallow soda lake, which swells and shrinks with the seasons and attracts thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and over 500 other bird species. As you explore, you may encounter baboons and elephants in the dense evergreen forests, and with some luck, spot the famous tree-climbing lions resting in the branches.
A picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the park. After your game drive, we’ll transfer you to Arusha where you will have your dinner and overnight at summit safari lodge.
Accommodation; Summit Safari Lodge
Meal plan; Full board
Day 8; Arusha, airport drop-off
Transfer to your chosen drop-off point whether in at Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha Airport. Thank you for joining Highneck safaris we hope this journey has left you with lifelong memories!
Accommodation; No Accommodation
Meal plan; Bed & Breakfast
Inclusion
All airport transfers
Private luxury 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Accommodation throughout
All park fees and Ngorongoro Crater service fee
All meals as specified
Bottled water
Exclusions
International flights
Visa fees for Tanzania
Travel insurance
Premium alcoholic beverages
Optional activities (balloon safari, Zanzibar excursions)
Tips and personal expenses
Rates Per Person: $ 2206
