Africa Merit Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival – Arusha

Arrival – Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), where our representative will warmly welcome you. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha and relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the city, visit local markets, or unwind at the hotel’s garden or restaurant. Prepare for the adventure ahead with a safari briefing and overnight rest.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Green Mountain Hotel
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Karatu

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its huge elephant herds, baobab trees, and scenic savannah landscapes. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. Keep your eyes open for lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. In the late afternoon, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay in a comfortable lodge nestled in the green highlands.

Main Destination:
Karatu (Town)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Karatu to Serengeti (Ndutu Area)

Karatu to Serengeti (Ndutu Area)

Depart after breakfast and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the southern Serengeti plains of Ndutu, where the Great Migration gathers during the calving season. Enjoy game viewing along the way, spotting wildebeests, zebras, and predators like lions and cheetahs. Arrive at your tented camp for lunch, then head out for an afternoon game drive surrounded by incredible wildlife and stunning views.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Intimate Camp Zebra
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Ndutu (Calving Season Game Drives)

Ndutu (Calving Season Game Drives)

Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains, the heart of the calving season. Witness thousands of wildebeests giving birth, attracting predators such as lions, leopards, hyenas, and cheetahs. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across open grasslands and acacia woodlands. This is one of the most dramatic wildlife experiences in Africa, where the cycle of life unfolds before your eyes. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a peaceful night under the stars.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Intimate Camp Seronera
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu

Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu

After breakfast, drive toward the Ngorongoro Crater, descending into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive. Spot the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and the rare black rhino — in one of Africa’s most beautiful natural settings. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool before ascending the crater rim and continuing to Karatu for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:
Karatu (Town)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Karatu to Arusha – Departure

Karatu to Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, enjoying scenic views of the Great Rift Valley and local villages along the way. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel or directly to the airport for your departure. Reflect on the incredible moments you’ve experienced.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Africa Merit Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.