This 3-day Tanzanian adventure begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your private driver-guide and transferred to your lodge in Arusha for an evening of relaxation and dinner. On day two, journey to Mto wa Mbu for a vibrant cultural experience including village walks, a cycling tour, and a traditional local lunch, followed by an exciting afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park before heading to your lodge in Karatu. The final day takes you to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a guided tour and picnic lunch inside the crater, before concluding the trip with a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
Date: 1 May–December 2025
Route: Kilimanjaro International Airport ➝ Arusha (55 km / ~1 hour)
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your private driver-guide and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings with leisure time at the lodge, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation Options (Full Board):
Outpost Lodge
Wademac Arusha Inn
Lake Duluti Lodg
Date: 2 May–December 2025
Route: Arusha ➝ Mto wa Mbu ➝ Lake Manyara National Park ➝ Karatu (120 km + 35 km / ~3 hours)
After breakfast, drive to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu for an engaging cultural experience, including guided village walks, a cycling tour, and a traditional local lunch. In the afternoon, head to Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting game drive, where you may spot tree-climbing lions, elephants, and diverse birdlife. Afterward, continue to your lodge in Karatu for leisure, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Accommodation Options (Full Board):
Ngare Lodge
Njia Panda Tented Lodge
Acacia Farm Lodge
Date: 3 May–December 2025
Route: Karatu ➝ Ngorongoro Crater ➝ Kilimanjaro International Airport (190 km / ~3 hours)
After an early breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular wildlife safari with a picnic lunch inside the crater. In the afternoon, drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight home or to your next destination.
With our exceptional personalised safaris throughout East Africa, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the debut wildlife safaris in Tanzania, magical gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda, and experiential cultural tours that take you to the soul of Africa.
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Cheryl, the eldest daughter of Olive, has embraced the responsibility of carrying forward her mother’s legacy with resilience and determination. After losing her father at the age of six, she was raised by her mother, Olive, with the support of Christer. Olive’s passing in 2017, when Cheryl was just 19, became a defining moment in her journey.
Having been involved in the foundations of Sunset Hotel Entebbe and Olive Safari Uganda from a young age, Cheryl stepped up to manage the businesses alongside Christer. Under his mentorship, she navigated the complexities of entrepreneurship and discovered her passion for tourism.
With a Master’s degree in Business Administration and hands-on leadership, Cheryl has been instrumental in maintaining loyal clientele at Sunset Hotel Entebbe, adapting it to post-COVID standards, and expanding Olive Safari Uganda. As a certified tour guide for Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar, she remains committed to upholding her mother’s vision of exceptional service and unforgettable travel experiences.
Christer, a Swedish education consultant with over 40 years of experience guiding travelers across Africa, co-founded Olive Safari Uganda with a deep passion for the continent’s wonders. His extensive journeying, particularly through Zimbabwe, Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya, enriched his understanding of Africa’s landscapes and cultures. As a consultant, he also contributed to education and development, notably establishing an automotive school in Zimbabwe. His work with the Global Journey program brought him to Uganda, where he collaborated with municipalities and fell in love with the country’s heritage.
During this time, he met Olive, whose exceptional leadership and organizational skills later turned their professional relationship into a personal one. Their shared vision led to the creation of Olive Safari Uganda in the early 2000s, followed later by Sunset Hotel Entebbe. While Christer split his time in Sweden managing the Global Journey program, Olive oversaw daily operations. Today, Olive Safari Uganda embodies Christer’s seasoned expertise as a guide and strategic insight, paired with Olive’s dedication, delivering outstanding safaris that showcase Uganda’s beauty and beyond.
Ayebale Olive, co-founder of Olive Safari Uganda, brought over 20 years of community service experience into the world of tourism. As secretary to Entebbe’s Mayor, she honed her skills in program management and international partnerships, playing a key role in the Global Journey program that linked Uganda and Sweden.
It was through this program that she met Christer—three years after the passing of her first husband, while raising three children. United by a shared passion for travel and discovery, they founded Olive Safari Uganda in the early 2000s. Their commitment to exceptional service quickly set the company apart.
As demand grew, they expanded their vision by establishing Sunset Hotel Entebbe, creating a welcoming space for travelers exploring Uganda. Olive’s legacy lives on, shaping the company’s dedication to authentic and unforgettable safari experiences