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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, your adventure begins as your guide picks you up and drives toward the beautiful Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park’s scenic landscapes filled with diverse wildlife such as giraffes, lions, zebras, and wildebeests. You’ll have a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your exploration.
In the evening, you’ll head to Marera Valley Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by tranquil countryside views.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park (Hot Air Balloon Safari)

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park (Hot Air Balloon Safari)

After an early breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park, crossing through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in time for an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the endless plains — watching the sunrise and wildlife from above is a magical moment you’ll never forget.
After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast and continue with game drives throughout the Serengeti, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, and perhaps the Great Migration (depending on the season).

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full Game Drive in Serengeti

Full Game Drive in Serengeti

Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the endless Serengeti plains. Your guide will take you deep into the park in search of its incredible wildlife. You may encounter prides of lions lounging in the sun, leopards resting in acacia trees, and herds of wildebeests grazing across the horizon.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue with game viewing until late afternoon, before driving back to Marera Valley Lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, drive to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most famous natural wonders. Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a spectacular game drive, where you may spot rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, and a variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool before ascending the crater walls.
Later in the afternoon, you’ll drive back to Arusha, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel — marking the end of this unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
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