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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you are met by your Nandi Adventures safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. The atmosphere here is calm and welcoming, offering a gentle introduction to Tanzania before heading into the wilderness.
The remainder of the day is unstructured, allowing time to rest, enjoy the hotel surroundings, or simply take in views of Mount Meru. Your guide will provide a relaxed briefing, explaining the journey ahead, daily routines, and what to expect during the migration season. This approach ensures you begin the safari feeling comfortable, informed, and unrushed.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Palace Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Off to Tarangire National Park – Karatu
Off to Tarangire National Park – Karatu
After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park for a full game drive with a picnic lunch. Tarangire offers a gentle yet rewarding safari experience. Wildlife is spread across rolling landscapes dotted with baobab trees, and encounters often unfold at an unhurried pace. Elephants are the stars here, frequently seen moving in relaxed family groups, alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a wide variety of birds.
Your guide prioritizes smooth driving routes and longer viewing time at sightings, allowing for observation, photography, and understanding animal behavior. After the game drive, experience an optional guided walking safari or visit a nearby village for a glimpse into local life.
Continue to Karatu, nestled in the green highlands, and unwind at your eco-friendly lodge with a farm-to-table dinner featuring local ingredients.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Karatu – Central Serengeti National Park
Karatu – Central Serengeti National Park
An early but comfortable departure takes you through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward the Central Serengeti. The journey itself is part of the experience, with changing landscapes and wide-open views.
Upon entering the Serengeti, you begin game viewing immediately. The Central Serengeti supports wildlife year-round thanks to permanent water sources, making it an ideal first introduction to the park. Lions, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of plains game are commonly encountered.
A picnic lunch is enjoyed at a scenic spot before continuing toward camp. Arrive in the late afternoon, leaving time to settle in, enjoy a warm shower, and relax before dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Central Serengeti – Western Corridor Migration Adventure
Central Serengeti – Western Corridor Migration Adventure
After breakfast, journey westward into the Western Corridor of the Serengeti, a quieter and less-visited region.
This area offers a slower rhythm and a sense of space, with wide river systems and wooded grasslands. During the migration season, wildebeest and zebra move toward the Grumeti River, where large crocodiles wait patiently. Wildlife viewing here often feels more exclusive due to fewer vehicles.
Game drives are paced to allow frequent stops and ample rest time, ensuring the day remains comfortable and immersive rather than tiring. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time to enjoy sunset views over the plains.
- Main Destination:
- Western Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mbalageti Serengeti
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Western Serengeti – Grumeti River Region
Western Serengeti – Grumeti River Region
Spend a full day exploring the Grumeti River ecosystem, known for its dramatic riverbanks, resident wildlife, and seasonal migration activity.
The day unfolds gently, with game drives focused on river crossings, crocodile sightings, hippos, and predators that follow the herds. The quieter nature of the Western Corridor allows for peaceful observation and longer stays at key sightings.
Lunch is taken in the bush or at camp, followed by a relaxed afternoon game drive. Evenings here are particularly atmospheric, with distant animal calls and open skies.
- Main Destination:
- Western Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mbalageti Serengeti
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Western Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu Safari
Western Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu Safari
After breakfast, begin the return journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
The crater offers a compact and visually impressive wildlife experience. In a single morning, you may encounter rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, and abundant birdlife. The enclosed environment allows for shorter driving distances while still delivering exceptional sightings.
After lunch, ascend the crater rim and continue to Karatu for your final overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Rhino Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Karatu – Arusha – Departure
Karatu – Arusha – Departure
After a relaxed breakfast, you’ll be privately transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. You depart Tanzania not just with photographs, but with lasting memories, quiet moments of wonder, and a deeper sense of connection to the land and its people.
For those wishing to extend the experience, refined luxury upgrades are available.
Also, this journey pairs beautifully with a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in Uganda or a barefoot escape on Zanzibar’s shores. Seamless flights connect the Serengeti to Zanzibar or to Bwindi via Entebbe, with all arrangements handled for you. Extensions are available on request.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
