Western Circuit
Explore the remote wonders of Tanzania on this 8-day safari adventure. Journey from Arusha to the wilds of Katavi National Park for game drives and walking safaris, then fly to Mahale Mountains National Park for unforgettable chimpanzee trekking and scenic boat trips. Enjoy luxurious accommodations, breathtaking landscapes, and unique wildlife encounters throughout this exceptional safari experience.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Arusha
Evening: Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. Check into your modern hotel and enjoy a light meal and beverages before relaxing for the evening.
Day
2
Arrival in Katavi
Morning: After an early wake-up call and breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Katavi-Ikulu Airstrip.
Afternoon: Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the lodge for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon or early evening game drive, if time permits. Evening: Return to the lodge for sundowners, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Day
3
A Day in Katavi
Morning: After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Katavi National Park.
Afternoon: Return to the lodge for brunch/early lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure, perhaps enjoying the swimming pool. Consider an early evening game drive or walking safari.
Evening: Return to the lodge for sundowners, dinner, and a restful overnight stay. Book an optional night game drive at an extra cost.
Day
4
A Day in Katavi
Morning: After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Katavi National Park.
Afternoon: Return to the lodge for brunch/early lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure, perhaps enjoying the swimming pool. Consider an early evening game drive or walking safari.
Evening: Return to the lodge for sundowners, dinner, and a restful overnight stay. Book an optional night game drive at an extra cost.
Day
5
From Katavi to Mahale
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a scenic game drive en route to the Katavi-Ikulu Airstrip.
Afternoon: Embark on a scenic flight from Katavi Airstrip to Mahale Airstrip, followed by a relaxing Dhow boat transfer to the lodge. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon or early evening chimpanzee trekking experience or a forest walk, if time permits.
Evening: Return to the lodge for sundowners, dinner, and a restful overnight stay.
Day
6
A Day of Chimpanzee Trekking and Leisure in Mahale Morning
Morning: After breakfast, embark on a morning chimpanzee trekking experience. Afternoon: Return to the lodge for a hot lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure. Enjoy village walks, boat trips, or deep swims.
Evening: Relax with evening sundowners, dinner, and an overnight stay at the lodge.
Day
7
Departure from Mahale
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a Dhow boat transfer from Mahale to Kalolwa Airstrip.
Afternoon: Embark on a scenic flight to Kilimanjaro Airport, connecting with your outbound flight.