Living Among Lions

A real-life ‘Lion King’ journey, for those in search of Africa’s greatest predators. The lion safari.

Thu 05 Dec 2024

Our guide meets you on your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfers you to your hotel in Arusha
Located beneath the twin peaks of Mt. Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha City is the gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Circuit of national parks and marks the starting point of your safari into the African Bush
Before dinner, set out to explore the vibrant sights and sounds of local life
Coffee connoisseurs can enjoy popular coffee tours – weaving in and out of the evergreen coffee trees, while learning about how beans are nurtured, harvested, dried and finally roasted to produce myriad different blends which are exported and enjoyed all over the world *
Meals included: Dinner

* These activities are at an additional cost

Get set to kickstart your safari adventure as we head to the Serengeti where you are dropped off and given time to settle in
Guests raring to get out and explore can take advantage of a sunset game drive
Back to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing evening listening to the sounds of the Serengeti at night
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

We set out in the early morning for a full day’s game drive in search of lion prides
Expect to spot animals you’ve only seen in National Geographic – great herds of buffalo, elephants, giraffes, zebra, thousands of Eland, as well as exceptional year-round lion sightings
Enjoy a delicious picnic and spend the entire day out exploring the rolling plains of the Serengeti National Park
After an action-packed day in the bush, your guide drops you back at your accommodation inside the national park, in time for a gourmet dinner
Take to the African skies in a hot air balloon to appreciate the pristine natural beauty of this 14,763km2 savannah stretching as far as the eye can see *
Cosy around the campfire and enjoy sharing stories of the day’s wildlife sightings
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

* These activities are at an additional cost

After an early breakfast, you depart with your lunch for a final morning game drive in the Serengeti
Few lions hunt during the heat of the day and so early morning is often the best time to observe the thrill of the chase
Once back at your accommodation, enjoy your last few moments in the Serengeti National Park before we make the three-hour transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
Check-in to your accommodation in Ngorongoro and settle into your new surroundings
Enjoy a guided walk around the rim of the mighty Ngorongoro Crater. In addition to seeing breathtaking views of the volcanic crater and the diverse wildlife, our expert guides will also teach you about its incredible indigenous flora and fauna *
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

* These activities are at an additional cost

Wake up early to panoramic views of the crater, and after breakfast, head off for a day trip to explore the many fascinating species that are protected within its rim
Here, we can see the Big Five in high concentration against the stunning backdrop of the crater walls
After a day of exploring, you are transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport – where we wave you a fond farewell
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch