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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 and Transfer to Arusha City

Arrival and Transfer to Arusha City

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and enjoy a warm welcome before a scenic transfer to Arusha, the safari gateway. Relax at your lodge, take in the stunning views of Mount Meru, and unwind after your journey.

Depending on your arrival time, explore local markets or simply soak in the tranquil surroundings. Overnight in Arusha, ready to begin your safari adventure tomorrow.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Tarangire National Park – The Elephant Haven

Tarangire National Park – The Elephant Haven

7:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel and embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, famously known as “The Elephant Haven.”

Enjoy two thrilling game drives, spotting massive elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more amidst the park’s iconic baobab-studded landscapes. Guided by expert naturalists, experience the park at its most active in the morning and bathed in golden light during the afternoon — perfect for unforgettable wildlife encounters and photography.

In the late afternoon, transfer to Karatu for check-in at your lodge. Relax, enjoy leisure time, savor a delicious dinner, and overnight in the peaceful surroundings of your lodge.

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:
Foresight Eco Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Journey to the Home of the Great Migration – Serengeti

Journey to the Home of the Great Migration – Serengeti

After breakfast, depart from Karatu and drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with optional stops to enjoy panoramic views and spot wildlife along the way. Continue your adventure to the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to the world-famous Great Migration.

Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive to witness the vast savannah teeming with wildebeest, zebras, and predators in their natural habitat.

As the sun sets over the endless plains, check in at your tented camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Serengeti wilderness.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sound of Silence Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Full-Day Game Drive in the Serengeti

Full-Day Game Drive in the Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti plains, home to some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives to spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest, as well as countless bird species.

Pause mid-day for a picnic lunch in the heart of the park while soaking in the breathtaking scenery. Guided by experienced naturalists, you’ll gain insights into animal behavior, the ecosystem, and the Great Migration.

Return to your tented camp in the evening for dinner and overnight, reflecting on a day full of unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Sound of Silence Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Central Serengeti - Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)

Central Serengeti - Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)

Today after breakfast, you leave Central Serengeti for a final sunrise game drive in Seronera before heading south toward Ndutu, stopping for wildlife sightings and scenic views along the way. As the plains open up, you begin to see large herds of wildebeest and zebra—especially during the calving season—along with predators such as cheetahs, lions, and hyenas.

After a bush lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the wildlife-rich Ndutu area before arriving at your camp in time for sunset.

Main Destination:
Southern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Migration Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Full-Day Game Drive in the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)

Full-Day Game Drive in the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)

Spend the day exploring Ndutu’s short-grass plains, starting with a sunrise game drive where large herds of wildebeest and zebra gather during the calving season, attracting predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Continue through the plains, woodlands, and marshes in search of elephants, giraffes, jackals, and rich birdlife, with breaks for a bush breakfast and lunch.

The afternoon focuses on Ndutu’s lakes and marshy areas—excellent for cheetah sightings—before returning to camp at sunset.

Main Destination:
Southern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Migration Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Overnight in Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Overnight in Karatu

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive across its diverse habitats, where you can encounter lions, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and—if lucky—the rare black rhino. Explore the crater floor’s forests, open grasslands, and Lake Magadi, enjoying close-range wildlife viewing throughout the morning and early afternoon.

After a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, continue game viewing as you make your way toward the ascent road. In the late afternoon, drive out of the crater and continue to the lush highlands of Karatu, arriving at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Foresight Eco Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Leisure Breakfast and Transfer to JRO for Departure

Leisure Breakfast and Transfer to JRO for Departure

After your final leisurely breakfast, enjoy the peaceful highland surroundings before beginning your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your scheduled flight back home.

Your guide will ensure a comfortable and timely journey, giving you one last chance to take in the beautiful Tanzanian landscapes along the way.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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