Tanzania Conservation Safari
June 20 – 30, 2022

YOU ARE INVITED:

Explore northern Tanzania, one of the world’s greatest centers of large mammal biodiversity and home to an incredible variety of wild animals, people, and landscapes, with African People & Wildlife. Witness the impact of APW’s work firsthand, by meeting their key partners – rural community members – who help to ensure that vital ecosystems and species endure for generations to come. African People & Wildlife’s internationally recognized conservation model benefits both people and wildlife while helping to preserve the natural environment.

This will be an intimate and exclusive 11-day opportunity to travel with APW’s award-winning CEO, Dr. Laly Lichtenfeld, and to experience the organization’s on-the-ground efforts to protect wildlife, empower local people, and conserve vital grasslands while enjoying the remarkable conservation areas of northern Tanzania – Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and the world-famous Serengeti National Park. African People & Wildlife’s community-driven programs positively impact 35 communities across six conservation landscapes in Tanzania.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Monday, June 20

Individual arrivals at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Rivertrees Country Inn. Enjoy dinner and rest up for the incredible adventure ahead.

Overnight: Rivertrees Country Inn

Day 2: Tuesday, June 21

After breakfast, travel from Arusha to Oliver’s Camp in Tarangire National Park – home to a recovering lion population, an example of APW’s strong conservation impact. Join in a welcome cocktail reception this evening.

Overnight: Oliver’s Camp, Tarangire National Park

Day 3: Wednesday, June 22

Enjoy the day exploring Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds. Before the evening game drive, relax as Dr. Lichtenfeld situates you in today’s conservation challenges, presenting her team’s nearly 20-year commitment to this landscape.

Overnight: Oliver’s Camp, Tarangire National Park

Day 4: Thursday, June 23

Rise early today and travel through the Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem, discussing the challenges of maintaining habitat connectivity. Lunch in Lake Manyara National Park. In the afternoon, travel to Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge and meet with one of APW’s conservation partners while enjoying sunset and dinner at the lodge.

Overnight: Mysigio Camp, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Day 5: Friday, June 24

Experience the Ngorongoro Crater descent with an exclusive breakfast on the caldera floor. In the afternoon, join one of APW’s Tanzanian program officers and meet local community members participating in the Sustainable Rangelands Initiative.

Overnight: Mysigio Camp, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Day 6: Saturday, June 25

After breakfast, drive along the crater rim to the edge of Great Rift Valley escarpment where you will fly from Manyara airstrip to Kogatende in the northern Serengeti. Spend three nights at Olakira Camp, enjoying the unique stargazing tents.

Overnight: Olakira Camp

Days 7 -8: Sunday, June 26 – Monday, June 27

Enjoy two incredible days experiencing the wildlife of the Serengeti – searching for large prides of lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebra, among other species! To witness these majestic animals in their natural habitat is the opportunity of a lifetime.

Overnight: Olakira Camp

Day 9: Tuesday, June 28

Game drive from Olakira Camp to Kogatende, and fly to the Maasai village of Loibor Siret – home to APW’s Noloholo Environmental Center where you will spend the next two nights.

Overnight: Noloholo Environmental Center

Day 10: Wednesday, June 29

Receive a special behind the scenes opportunity to experience APW’s conservation programs on the ground, meeting with the team as well as community members impacted by the work. End the day with an intimate dinner at the co-founder’s home.

Overnight: Noloholo Environmental Center

Day 11: Thursday, June 30

Depart early in the morning to be transferred to Arusha. Settle into a day room at Rivertrees Country Inn before your departure.