4 Days A Taste Of Tanzania

Welcome to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit! When you arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, a friendly representative from Chalema Tanzania Safaris will be ready to greet you and transport you to the charming Karama Lodge & Spa. This hotel is situated on the lower slopes of Mount Meru, just on the western outskirts of town. Your accommodations tonight will be in one of the lodge’s cottage-style suites.

Today we’ll be showcasing the often-overlooked Tarangire National Park, which we’ll reach by traveling west from Arusha for about two hours. The park is a nature lover’s dream, especially in the green season when its tremendous baobab trees are resplendent with emerald leaves. And if you’re visiting during the dry season, you can expect to see truly enormous herds of buffalo, wildebeest, and zebra—often numbering in the thousands. But no matter when you visit, Tarangire is perhaps best distinguished by its resident elephant population. These massive animals can always be relied upon to deliver a first-rate encounter in Tarangire. After finishing our all-day game drive and picnic lunch, we’ll settle in at the Eileen’s Tree Inn at Karatu near Ngorongoro.

We’ll hit the road early this morning to start our one-hour trip to Ngorongoro Crater, known all over the world for its unparalleled concentration of big game. Today’s drive will take us through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, so keep your eyes peeled for animals even before we reach the park. To begin our all-day game drive, we’ll take a winding road which leads into the crater itself. We’ll find a nice spot to enjoy a picnic lunch where we can watch the animals and discuss Ngorongoro’s fascinating volcanic origins. The rest of the day will be devoted to looking for wildlife, including Africa’s well-known Big Five: the lion, leopard, black rhinoceros, buffalo, and elephant. This evening, we’ll depart the crater to get back at the Eilee’s Tree Inn, where you’ll enjoy spacious rooms and an atmosphere of sublime comfort.

Enjoy a light poolside breakfast this morning while listening to lovely birdsong and looking out across the rolling gardens of the lodge. We only have two hours on the road today to return to Arusha, when we’ll bring you back to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. We’re proud that you’ve chosen Chalema Tanzania Safaris to be your guide to the Northern Circuit, and we hope you’ll be in touch when you’re ready for another unforgettable African safari.