$4,743 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha Town to Tarangire National Park-Karatu
Arusha Town to Tarangire National Park-Karatu
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing from Arusha to Tarangire National Park with your picnic lunch in hand. Embark on a thrilling game drive through the park, renowned for its large elephant population, diverse wildlife, and deep ties to the Maasai culture. Witness majestic herds of elephants wandering among ancient baobab trees and stripping acacia bark for their meals. Take in sweeping views of the Maasai Steppe and the southern highlands before heading to Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge in Karatu for a delightful dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Early breakfast and depart with your picnic lunch for Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route enjoy breathtaking views of the Rift Valley escarpment, highland forests, and endless plains. Today offers a chance to witness the “Big Four” – lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards – alongside countless other species such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, cheetahs, hyenas, and abundant birdlife. Depending on the season, you may experience the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration, a true natural wonder. This area is a wild paradise combining dramatic landscapes, acacia-dotted savannahs, and rich ecosystems. Enjoy an afternoon game drive capturing the sights, sounds, and smells of the Serengeti before heading to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay at Serengeti Sound of Silence Luxury Tended Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sound of Silence Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park Full Day Game Drive
Serengeti National Park Full Day Game Drive
Embark on a full-day guided game drive and immerse yourself in some of Africa’s most breathtaking wilderness. With an experienced driver-guide, you’ll traverse diverse landscapes ranging from open savannahs and acacia-dotted plains to riverine forests and hidden swamps. Along the way, witness the legendary Big Five—lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos—alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, and countless antelopes grazing freely. Bird enthusiasts can marvel at hundreds of colorful species, from flamingos and storks to raptors soaring above. Stop at scenic picnic sites to enjoy your packed lunch while soaking in panoramic views of endless horizons. Your guide will share fascinating insights about animal behavior, plant life, and the intricate balance of these ecosystems. As the day unfolds, every turn of the road reveals new encounters and photo opportunities, offering an unforgettable blend of wildlife, raw nature, and authentic African adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sound of Silence Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park Balloon Safari & Full Day Game Drive
Serengeti National Park Balloon Safari & Full Day Game Drive
Begin your adventure with a 05:00 a.m. pick-up from your luxury tented lodge and transfer by Jeep to the balloon launch site. After a safety briefing, watch the balloon inflate and at dawn lift off as the sun rises over the Serengeti. Your pilot adjusts altitude for treetop views or higher panoramas, offering stunning photographic opportunities of wildlife below. The flight lasts about an hour, followed by a traditional champagne celebration and a full English bush breakfast “Out of Africa” style. Receive your Serengeti Balloon Certificate before continuing on a full-day game drive in the Seronera area, a true wild paradise home to hippos, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, hyenas, Thomson gazelles and, depending on the season, the great wildebeest migration. End your day with dinner and an overnight stay at the serene Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp—that offering comfort, atmosphere and an immersive connection to nature.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sound of Silence Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park-Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Masai Boma Visit)
Serengeti National Park-Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Masai Boma Visit)
Enjoy an early breakfast with your picnic lunch, then embark on a brief game drive through the world-famous Serengeti, spotting incredible wildlife along the way. In the afternoon, proceed to Ngorongoro via the historic Olduvai Gorge, believed to be the cradle of humankind where Dr. Leakey discovered the skull of Homo sapiens—a remarkable chapter of human history. Continue to the Maasai Boma inside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for an authentic cultural encounter, experiencing the Maasai people’s lifestyle, traditional homes, dances, and handicrafts. After a memorable afternoon, drive to your lodge at the Crater Rim for dinner and an overnight stay at the luxurious Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater-Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater-Karatu
After breakfast, descend into the world’s seventh wonder, the Ngorongoro Crater. This spectacular caldera was formed by the immense movements of the Earth that created the Rift Valley. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife, including the “Big Cats,” and over 400 species of birds. Enjoy a game drive inside the crater until late afternoon, with opportunities to see all of the Big Five—Lions, Elephants, Rhinos, Buffaloes, and Leopards—as well as many other animals such as Hippos, Zebras, Wildebeests, Cheetahs, Hyenas, and Thomson’s Gazelles. After the game drive, ascend to the crater rim and continue to your lodge in Karatu, where you will arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Karatu-Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha Town
Karatu-Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha Town
After breakfast, depart with your picnic lunch for Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its lush greenery and incredible birdlife. This enchanting park features dense acacia forests with giant fig and mahogany trees, home to troops of baboons and blue monkeys. It hosts a wide variety of wildlife including buffalo, giraffes, elephants, impalas, and a Hippo Lake where large numbers of hippos gather. Lake Manyara is also famous for climbing lions and flamingos along the lakeshore. Game drives along the lake provide stunning views of animals in the foreground with the lake, flamingos, and flat plains on the horizon. In the afternoon, return to Arusha and be dropped off at your hotel of choice, marking the end of a fabulous trip with us.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
