$920 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your adventure begins with a smooth pickup from your hotel in Arusha or directly from Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport, followed by a breathtaking three-hour drive through rolling landscapes on your way to the legendary Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on an unforgettable full-day game drive, complete with a delicious hot lunch served inside the park. Tarangire is a true wildlife paradise famous for its majestic herds of elephants wandering along the riverbed, vibrant populations of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo and an impressive array of predators, from powerful lions to elusive leopards and swift cheetahs. The park also offers rare encounters with iconic dry-land species such as the elegant fringe-eared oryx and the graceful, long-necked gerenuk. During the dry season, Tarangire transforms into a gathering point for thousands of migrating animals, making it one of the most dramatic and captivating safari destinations in Tanzania.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
After a hearty breakfast, your journey continues toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the lush highlands of Karatu and the breathtaking vistas of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As the landscape opens up, the towering forests and rolling hills give way to the endless golden plains of the Serengeti.
Your destination is the iconic Seronera region in central Serengeti, one of the richest wildlife zones in Africa. Here, the life-giving Seronera River flows throughout the year, attracting an extraordinary concentration of wildlife including lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos and nearly every species that calls the Serengeti home.
You’ll enjoy a freshly prepared hot lunch served in the bush, surrounded by the true rhythm of the wild. The afternoon is dedicated to an unforgettable game drive across these magnificent plains, offering endless opportunities to witness nature.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National park to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Serengeti National park to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Wake up early at 5:45 a.m. to enjoy a warm breakfast as the golden sunrise slowly spreads across the Serengeti, painting the plains in breathtaking colors.
For this morning, you have two unforgettable options:
• Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari – Drift silently above the vast plains at sunrise, witnessing wildlife from a magical aerial view (available at an additional cost).
• Early Morning Game Drive – Included at no extra cost, this drive offers the best chance to see predators in action as they take advantage of the cool morning hours.
Continue your game drive until around 11:30 a.m., then head back to camp for a freshly prepared hot lunch. After lunch, pack up and begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying more wildlife sightings along the way as you traverse the magnificent Serengeti one last time.
By evening, you’ll arrive at Simba Campsite, perched on the crater rim, where a warm dinner and a peaceful night under the African sky await.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater then Arusha for airport transfer or hotel
Ngorongoro Crater then Arusha for airport transfer or hotel
Wake up around 5:30 a.m. to the cool highland air and enjoy a warm, energizing breakfast before descending into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most magnificent wildlife sanctuaries on Earth. As you reach the crater floor, you’ll be immersed in a natural Eden teeming with life home to the Big Five, countless bird species, graceful flamingos painting the lakeshore pink and majestic black rhino grazing quietly in the morning mist.
Spend 6–7 hours exploring this vast volcanic amphitheater, where every turn reveals dramatic scenery and extraordinary wildlife encounters. Enjoy a delicious hot lunch inside the crater, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that create the perfect backdrop for this once-in-a-lifetime moment.
In the afternoon, begin your ascent from the crater and return to the campsite to gather your belongings before driving back to Arusha for your overnight stay or directly to Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport for your onward journey.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
