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Trip Inspiration

13 Days in Tanzania

Safari + Chimp Trekking + Hiking

Experience Nomad Tanzania's unique camps, which pop up seasonally and disappear just as quick, minimizing ecological impact and maximizing game viewing. Immerse yourself in Africa's natural beauty by safari vehicle and by foot – from the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater to the forested slopes of the Mahale Mountains, where chimpanzees go about their daily lives.

Trip Highlights

Locations

  • 1 night at Legendary Lodge in Arusha
  • 3 nights at Kuro Tarangire in Tarangire National Park
  • 2 nights at Entamanu Ngorongoro in the Ngorongoro Highlands
  • 3 nights at Lamai Serengeti in the Serengeti National Park
  • 3 nights at the Greystoke Mahale in the Mahale Mountains National Park

Activities

  • Safari game drives
  • Chimpanzee trekking
  • Beachfront relaxation
  • Hiking the Mahale Mountains
What does “Trip Inspiration” mean?

At Travel Beyond, we believe your trip should be designed just for you, not for the masses. Our travel consultants create a custom itinerary for each client, offering recommendations for places and experiences that best fit your style. The itinerary below was planned for a past client, but we’re sharing it for travel inspiration and as an example of what a trip to East Africa might look like. To further paint the picture, take a look at the accompanying video! Let us know when we can design a trip just for you!

Day 1

Arrive Arusha, Tanzania

Welcome to Africa! Upon arrival in Kilimanjaro, you will be met by a Travel Beyond representative for your private transfer to the Legendary Lodge, where you will spend one night in a garden cottage set amongst lush tropical gardens.

Legendary LodgeMeals: Dinner

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Today you will be met by a Travel Beyond representative for your private road transfer to Kuro Tarangire, where you will spend three nights. This afternoon, meet your guide for a game activity.

Kuro TarangireMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Days 3-4

Tarangire National Park

On safari! Enjoy morning and afternoon game activities, and go for a night drive to meet some of the camp’s nocturnal critters. Buffalo and elephant herds are exceptionally abundant, and each game drive is truly diverse.

Kuro TarangireMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 5

Tarangire National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands

Today you will be met by a Travel Beyond representative for your private transfer to Entamanu Ngorongoro, where you will spend two nights.  This afternoon, meet your guide for your next activity.

Entamanu NgorongoroMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 6

Ngorongoro Highlands

On safari! Enjoy a full-day visit to the Ngorongoro Crater.

Entamanu NgorongoroMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 7

Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park (Northern)

Today you will be met by a Travel Beyond representative for your transfer to the Manyara Airstrip for your shared light aircraft flight to Lamai Serengeti, where you will spend three nights. This afternoon, meet your guide and other guests for a shared game activity.

Lamai SerengetiMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Days 8-9

Serengeti National Park (Northern)

On safari! Enjoy morning and evening shared game drives trying to catch some migration action or visiting the local mongoose family, and sundowner drinks with immense views of the Serengeti.

Lamai SerengetiMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 10

Serengeti National Park (Northern) to Mahale Mountains National Park

Today you will be met by a Travel Beyond representative for your transfer to the airstrip for your shared light aircraft flight to Mahale. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met by your guide for your boat transfer to Greystoke Mahale, where you will have three nights to enjoy chimp trekking, kayaking, forest walks and boating. This afternoon, meet your guide and other guests for a boat trip across Lake Tanganyika.

Greystoke MahaleMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Days 11-12

Mahale Mountains National Park

Enjoy a chimp trek each morning, through paths walked by bushbucks, bushpigs and nine species of primates – surrounded by an array of butterflies and birds. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach overlooking Lake Tanganyika, on a relaxing dhow ride through its turquoise waters or hiking in the surrounding mountains.

Greystoke MahaleMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 13

Depart Tanzania

Today you will be met by your guide for your boat transfer to the airstrip for your shared light aircraft flight to the Kilimanjaro Airport. Upon arrival in Kilimanjaro, you will make your way to your commercial flights home.

Overnight flightMeals: Breakfast / Lunch