After a delicious breakfast, your private safari officially begins as you depart Arusha for the beautiful Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden safari gems.

Named after the life-giving Tarangire River, this remarkable park is famous for its enormous elephant population, ancient baobab trees, and rich concentration of wildlife. Throughout the day, you’ll enjoy an exciting game drive while exploring diverse landscapes that range from open grasslands to riverine forests and seasonal wetlands.

Tarangire is home to impressive herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, impalas, warthogs, and many species of antelope. Predators such as lions and leopards are often seen resting beneath trees or stalking prey near the riverbanks, while over 550 species of birds make this park a paradise for bird enthusiasts.

Around midday, you’ll stop at a scenic picnic site to enjoy a freshly prepared lunch surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive.

As the sun begins to set, leave the park and travel to the lush highlands of Karatu, where you’ll receive a warm welcome at the elegant Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge. Relax in your spacious room, enjoy exceptional hospitality, and indulge in a delicious dinner before retiring for the evening.