Authentic Maasai Safaris

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 The Great Rift Valley, which runs north and south across the African continent, offers a wide variety of natural landscapes, from hot and humid tropical rainforests, to the 2,400m high crater rim (the same altitude as the 5th station of Mt. Fuji), to the dry savanna plains. You can also observe all kinds of plants and animals that live in these diverse environments. 

 This is one of the largest nature conservation areas in East Africa. Rare cats such as leopards, cheetahs, lions, and caracals live here. Large animals such as elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and hippos are also frequently seen here. This park is also where you can see the great migration of wildebeest. The births in the south in February and March, and the river crossings in the north in August and September are worth seeing. 

Tanzania has a relatively good public safety record, due to political stability, the national character of avoiding conflict, and the fact that the gap between rich and poor has not widened dramatically. As the country focuses on tourism, there are a relatively large number of decent hotels that focus on cleanliness, hospitality, and food. Many people speak English slowly and in simple words, making it easy for travelers to understand.

 Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport in the afternoon by your Airways. A driver will meet you at the airport with a paper with your name on it. Drive for 1.5 to 2 hours to Arusha city. Dinner at the hotel.

​During a safari, you are likely to become physically inactive due to the long hours of driving, so after a full day of flying, it is recommended that you stay in Arusha for two nights and take a stroll through the lush mountain foothills and interact with the local people to get in shape.

Hotels: The African Tulip, Ilboru Haven Homes, etc.

Meals: -- Dinner

 We drove to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, crossing Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley (3.5 hours on a paved road to the park gate). After entering the park, the road is rough. After lunch, we went on safari. You can also change the safari in Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park. We also recommend having lunch at Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection while enjoying the spectacular view of the Ngorongoro Crater, and then heading straight to the Serengeti.

Hotels: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection, etc.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Transfer to Serengeti National Park (2 hours on rough road to the park gate). Afternoon safari in Serengeti.

​[Approximate animals you can see during a two-day stay]

Lion, elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippopotamus, zebra, wildebeest, warthog, hyena

​​[Animals you may see during your two-day stay]

Cheetah, Leopard

Hotels: Sound of Silence, Acacia Luxury Camp, Nyumbani Camp, Four Seasons Serengeti, etc.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

 Safari starts at 6am. Animals are most active in the early morning and evening. Enjoy your free time with a lunch box, take a long drive, relax at the lodge, or chat with your guide.

​For safaris in the southern Serengeti and Ndutu in February to April, and safaris to see wildebeest migrating in the northern Serengeti in August to September, you will need to add 2 to 3 nights. It is possible to reduce the total number of days by traveling by light aircraft (Cessna) round trip or one-way between Arusha and Serengeti. Please contact us for details.

Hotels: Sound of Silence, Acacia Luxury Camp, Nyumbani Camp, Four Seasons Serengeti, etc.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

 Early morning safari. Or relax at the accommodation. ​If you wish, you can stop by Olduvai Gorge (reservation required) or a Maasai village. ​Depending on your accommodation, move to Karatu at the foot of the Ngorongoro outer rim or Lake Manyara (2 hours on rough roads → 1-2 hours on paved roads + some rough roads)​

Hotels: Acacia Farm Lodge, Manyara Secret, etc.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

 After breakfast, move to Kilimanjaro Airport (5-3.5 hours on paved road). On the way, you can shop at supermarkets and souvenir shops if you wish. You will arrive at the airport 2 hours before the international flight departure time. You can also take a shower at the hotel ( Airport Planet Lodge ) before arriving at the airport.

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Meals: Breakfast...