$1,410 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater – Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater – Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
Depart Arusha early in the morning and travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive across one of Africa's most wildlife-rich ecosystems. Home to the Big Five, the crater offers excellent chances to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, wildebeest, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending the crater and continuing to the Ndutu region. Arrive in the late afternoon for a sunset game drive across the vast plains, where predators become active and, in season, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather during the Great Migration. Dinner and overnight at your safari camp.
Why: This route combines two world-famous wildlife destinations in one day, maximizing your safari experience while positioning you perfectly for a full day in Ndutu.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Olmorijo Camp (Ndutu)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full-Day Game Drive in Ndutu
Full-Day Game Drive in Ndutu
After breakfast, spend the entire day exploring the remarkable Ndutu ecosystem, famous for its abundant wildlife and the Great Migration calving season from December to March. The open plains, acacia woodlands, and seasonal lakes support large herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, and an impressive concentration of predators including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Your professional guide will follow wildlife movements to maximize sightings while sharing fascinating insights into the ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive, searching for unforgettable wildlife encounters and spectacular photography opportunities. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Why: A full day in Ndutu provides ample time to explore different habitats, increasing your chances of witnessing dramatic wildlife interactions and enjoying one of Tanzania's richest safari destinations.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Olmorijo Camp (Ndutu)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive at Ndutu & Return to Arusha Town
Morning Game Drive at Ndutu & Return to Arusha Town
Start the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active and the soft morning light creates excellent photography conditions. Watch predators returning from their nightly hunts while herbivores begin grazing across the plains. Return to camp for breakfast before setting out on a final game drive through different areas of Ndutu, exploring seasonal wetlands and open grasslands that host an incredible diversity of wildlife throughout the year. After enjoying a picnic lunch, begin your journey back to Arusha, passing through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands and arriving in the late afternoon or early evening with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's spectacular landscapes and wildlife.
Why: A final morning in Ndutu gives you one last opportunity to enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing before the scenic drive back to Arusha, completing a rewarding and well-paced safari.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
