12 Days
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN TANZANIA – WELCOME TO ARUSHA. As your plane descends toward Kilimanjaro International Airport, you may catch your first glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro's snowcapped peak. Upon arrival, your personal guide will greet you with a warm Tanzanian welcome and escort you through the lush countryside to Arusha—a charming city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. Take this day to unwind after your flight. Wander through the tropical gardens of your lodge, listen to the sounds of exotic birds, and prepare your camera gear. The soft evening light provides a perfect opportunity to capture silhouettes of Mount Meru against the colorful African sunset. Accommodation: Grand Melia, Arusha. Meal Plan: Full Board
DAY 2: ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – BEGIN THE WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE After an early breakfast, you’ll begin your safari journey toward Tarangire National Park, known for its towering baobab trees and massive elephant herds. As you leave Arusha’s urban life behind, the scenery transforms into open savannah dotted with Maasai villages. Upon entering the park, the wildlife encounters begin immediately. You’ll photograph herds of elephants walking through golden grasslands, zebras grazing beneath baobabs, and possibly even big cats on the prowl. The warm, low-angled light makes for dreamlike shots. In the evening, relax by a campfire under a star-studded sky. Photography Focus: Elephants, baobab trees, golden-hour savannahs, wide-angle landscapes. Accommodation Tarangire Safari Lodge. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 3: FULL DAY IN TARANGIRE – A WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER’S PARADISE. Today is devoted to an in-depth exploration of Tarangire, home to more than 550 bird species and a variety of predators. Begin with a sunrise game drive, when the light is soft and animals are most active. Capture images of lions basking on termite mounds, colorful bee-eaters perched on branches, and giraffes silhouetted in the morning mist. You’ll explore riverbeds where elephants gather to drink, and open plains ideal for tracking cheetahs. Between game drives, enjoy a siesta at the lodge and review your shots while sipping on fresh Tanzanian coffee. Photography Focus: Birds in flight, predator-prey scenes, elephant behavior, river crossings. Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 4: TARANGIRE TO LAKE EYASI – CULTURAL DEPTH THROUGH THE LENS. Depart Tarangire and journey westward toward Lake Eyasi, a hidden gem known for its indigenous tribes and surreal salt lakes. En route, stop at a Maasai Boma where you’ll photograph vibrant beadwork, jumping dances, and warrior culture in natural light. Upon arriving at Lake Eyasi, capture the stillness of this dramatic landscape—pink-hued salt flats, distant mountains, and reflections of acacia trees in the lake. The isolated location makes it a great spot for star photography after dark. Photography Focus: Cultural portraits, tribal ceremonies, landscape reflections, astrophotography. Accommodation: Lake Eyasi. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 5: HADZABE & DATOGA TRIBES – INDIGENOUS LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY – OVERNIGHT KARATU. Before sunrise, meet the Hadzabe, one of Africa’s last true hunter-gatherers. Join them on a morning hunt and document this rare way of life as they track small game with bows and arrows, offering unmatched photojournalistic opportunities. Then visit the Datoga tribe, skilled blacksmiths who forge tools and jewelry. Capture intimate portraits, details of their craftsmanship, and expressive moments that reveal their deep traditions. After lunch, head to Karatu, a beautiful highland town with rolling hills and farms. Photography Focus: Cultural lifestyle, tribal crafts, environmental portraits. Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge. Meal Plan Full Board.
DAY 6: NGORONGORO CRATER – A NATURAL AMPHITHEATER OF WILDLIFE. Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most photogenic safari destinations. The morning mist slowly lifts to reveal a thriving ecosystem teeming with wildlife. Lions hunt on the crater floor, hippos wallow in pools, flamingos create pink clouds over the soda lake, and endangered black rhinos roam the open plains. The crater’s enclosed nature allows for excellent close-range wildlife photography. Photography Focus: Rhinos, crater panoramas, flamingos in flight, lion pride behavior. Accommodation: Pakulala Luxury Safari camp. Meal Plan: Full board.
DAY 7: KARATU TO SERENGETI – TRACKING THE MIGRATION BEGINS. Today, journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the misty Ngorongoro highlands. Depending on the season, you’ll head to the best region for wildlife photography: • Jan–March: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) – Calving season with predators nearby. • June–July: Seronera / Western Corridor – River crossings and dense predator activity. • Aug–Sept: Kogatende (Northern Serengeti) – Witness the Great Migration at the Mara River. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive as golden light spills over the savannah—ideal for dramatic landscape shots and soft-lit animal portraits. Photography Focus: Migration herds, lion prides, sunset silhouettes, predator interactions. Accommodation: Ole Serai Luxury Camps. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 8: FULL DAY IN SERENGETI – THE GREAT MIGRATION IN ACTION. Spend the day immersed in the heartbeat of the wild. Your private vehicle will track the movement of the Great Migration—over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras as they graze, cross rivers, and flee from predators. Capture raw moments of drama and emotion: wildebeest leaping into the Mara River, lions stalking prey, or vultures circling above. Patience is rewarded with the ultimate action shots. Don’t miss the pastel-colored skies during sunrise and sunset. Photography Focus: River crossings, wildebeest herds, hunting sequences, motion blur techniques. Accommodation: Ole Serai Luxury Camp. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 9: ANOTHER DAY FOLLOWING THE MIGRATION – WILDLIFE AT ITS PEAK With another full day in the Serengeti, explore new routes, wait at waterholes, or revisit action-packed spots from the previous day. Each hour brings new scenes—cheetahs surveying the plains, elephants forming protective circles, and hyenas cackling in the distance. Your guide will help you anticipate behaviors and choose the best angles. Optional night photography may be available, depending on your lodge. Photography Focus: Wildlife storytelling, dramatic light, family group shots, close-up portraits. Accommodation: Ole Serai Luxury Camp. Meal Plan Full Board.
DAY 10: RETURN FROM SERENGETI TO KARATU – THROUGH THE SCENIC HIGHLANDS After a sunrise drive and breakfast, begin your return journey to Karatu. Take your time, stopping for wildlife en route and enjoying the changing scenery—from open plains to forested hills. Pause at scenic viewpoints for panoramic shots of the Ngorongoro highlands. Arrive in Karatu by evening and relax in the cooler mountain air with a well-earned dinner. Photography Focus: Landscape transitions, roadside wildlife, Maasai pastoral life. Accommodation: Kitela Lodge. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 11: KARATU TO ARUSHA – WIND DOWN IN STYLE Enjoy a slow breakfast with views of the surrounding farmlands before heading back to Arusha. Upon arrival, spend your final afternoon relaxing—book a massage, enjoy a coffee tasting, or sort through your best images with a view of Mount Meru. Optional activities include a local market visit or souvenir shopping. Your lodge offers a beautiful garden and bird photography before sunset. Photography Focus: Garden macro shots, local crafts, farewell portraits, Mount Meru at dusk. Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel. Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 12: DEPARTURE – ASANTE SANA, TANZANIA! Your photographic adventure comes to an end. After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport with a heart full of memories and memory cards full of images. As you fly home, you’ll carry stories that words alone could never tell—framed forever in your photographs.
Where Every Click Tells a Story.
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime photographic journey through Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, wildlife sanctuaries, and tribal cultures. Perfectly designed for nature lovers, wildlife photographers, and storytellers, this itinerary takes you beyond the ordinary.
INCLUDED
• Airport transfers on arrivals and departures
• Lodge safari according to the itinerary
• Hotel accommodation in Arusha before and after the safari
• Private Jeep 4×4 equipped with refrigerator, portable charging stations, and pop-up roof with 7 seters
• Unlimited mileage game drive
• Professional, English-speaking guide
• Overnight stays in Lodges
• Meals according to the itinerary
• Mineral water on all days and soft drinks
• All mentioned activities
• All park entrance fees Hot air Balloon
• Flying Doctor's insurance (AMREF) during the safari for emergency evacuations
• All government taxes.