11 Days / 10 Nights
Tanzania
Mid Range Safari
Mt. Kilimanjaro
11-Day Tanzania Wildlife & Hiking Safari | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Kilimanjaro
An Unforgettable 11-Day Mid Range Safari Experience in Tanzania
Safari Overview & Highlights
Experience the best of Tanzania, in this 11-day Wildlife & Hiking Safari Adventure with Colours Africa Tours & Safari, combining world class game viewing with unforgettable hiking experiences. Explore the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, renowned for the Big Five and the Great Migration. Discover the wildlife rich Ngorongoro Crater, Conclude your journey with a rewarding hike on the scenic slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain passing through diverse landscapes and breathtaking views. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking iconic Wildlife, Dramatic Scenery and active adventure in one extraordinary journey.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Follow your complete day-to-day schedule, wildlife tracking routes, meal plans, and premier lodge stays for this 11-day East African expedition.
Day 1
Arrival & Scenic Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Drive through the scenic highlands and enter the boundless golden plains of Serengeti National Park, "the place where the land moves on forever." Enjoy game viewing en route through the central Seronera Valley, home to large lion prides, cheetahs on the prowl, and sweeping herds of grazers. Arrive at your safari camp for sunset dinner around the campfire.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 2
Full Day Exploring Serengeti National Park – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes
Dedicate a full day to tracking the legendary wildlife of the Serengeti. Following the seasonal movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration or central predator territories, navigate through diverse ecosystems including riverine woodlands, open savannahs, and towering granite kopjes. Enjoy an open-air picnic lunch in the wild surrounded by untamed African wilderness.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 3
In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park
Explore the northern or southern corridors of the Serengeti depending on the seasonal migration movements. Marvel at dramatic predator-prey dynamics, spot hyena dens, towers of giraffes browsing on whistling acacias, and vibrant raptors. Savor sundowners overlooking the endless horizon.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 4
In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park
Explore the northern or southern corridors of the Serengeti depending on the seasonal migration movements. Marvel at dramatic predator-prey dynamics, spot hyena dens, towers of giraffes browsing on whistling acacias, and vibrant raptors. Savor sundowners overlooking the endless horizon.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 5
In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park
Explore the northern or southern corridors of the Serengeti depending on the seasonal migration movements. Marvel at dramatic predator-prey dynamics, spot hyena dens, towers of giraffes browsing on whistling acacias, and vibrant raptors. Savor sundowners overlooking the endless horizon.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 6
In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park
Explore the northern or southern corridors of the Serengeti depending on the seasonal migration movements. Marvel at dramatic predator-prey dynamics, spot hyena dens, towers of giraffes browsing on whistling acacias, and vibrant raptors. Savor sundowners overlooking the endless horizon.
Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 7
Transit Game Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater
After a hearty breakfast at your lodge, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater. Ascend the slopes of the ancient Ngorongoro volcanic massif into the mist-shrouded highlands. Take in panoramic vistas from the crater rim overlook, gazing 600 meters down onto the caldera floor below. Settle into your lodge perched on the rim or in the nearby Karatu coffee estates, preparing for tomorrow's descent.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 8
Full Day Exploring Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes
Descend 600 meters down steep forested crater walls into the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera. The crater floor is an enclosed wildlife paradise sheltering over 25,000 large mammals. Spend the day tracking the critically endangered black rhino, dense prides of black-maned lions, giant old-tusker elephants, and spotted hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool at Ngoitoktok Springs.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 9
In-Depth Safari Exploration in Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater
Visit a traditional Maasai village within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, experiencing Maasai songs, traditional dances, and cultural traditions. Afterwards, explore the archaeological site of Olduvai Gorge, the famed "Cradle of Mankind" where hominid fossils dating back nearly 2 million years were discovered by Dr. Louis and Mary Leakey.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 10
In-Depth Safari Exploration in Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater
Visit a traditional Maasai village within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, experiencing Maasai songs, traditional dances, and cultural traditions. Afterwards, explore the archaeological site of Olduvai Gorge, the famed "Cradle of Mankind" where hominid fossils dating back nearly 2 million years were discovered by Dr. Louis and Mary Leakey.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House / Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
Day 11
Final Sunrise Game Drive & Departure from Ngorongoro Conservation Area & Crater
Ascend the crater walls and travel through the scenic highlands of Karatu, stopping at local artisan markets before transferring back to Arusha or onward to Tarangire National Park.
Accommodation: Drop-off at Airport or City Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch En Route
What's Included & Excluded
Included in Package
- Exclusive transport in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and high-clearance suspension
- Services of a professional, licensed English-speaking safari guide & driver
- All national park conservation fees, concession fees, and government entry permits
- Full-board accommodation at selected safari lodges and luxury tented camps as per itinerary
- Daily game drives with unlimited mileage within statutory park hours
- Unlimited chilled bottled mineral drinking water in the safari vehicle throughout the tour
- AMREF Flying Doctors 24/7 Emergency Medical Evacuation Cover across East Africa
- All government taxes, tourism development levies, and 18% VAT included
- Complimentary airport meet-and-greet road transfers upon arrival and departure
Excluded in Package
- International and intercontinental airfares to and from East Africa
- Tourist entry visa fees (Kenya ETA $35 / Tanzania Single Entry Visa $50-$100)
- Comprehensive international travel, baggage, and medical cancellation insurance
- Discretionary gratuities and tips for your safari driver-guide ($15–$25 per car per day) and lodge staff
- Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne bush breakfast ($599 per person)
- Optional cultural visits to Maasai or Hadzabe tribal villages ($30–$50 per person)
- Premium alcoholic beverages, vintage wines, and personal laundry services at lodges
- Personal expenses, telephone calls, souvenir shopping, and excess baggage fees
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