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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to tarangire
Arusha to tarangire
After breakfast, your professional driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha and begin your safari adventure toward Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks and a true hidden gem of the northern circuit.
Tarangire is especially famous for its:
Large elephant herds
Iconic giant baobab trees
Beautiful savannah landscapes
Excellent predator sightings, including lions and leopards
Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting game drive through the park where you may spot zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, buffalo, and numerous bird species. You will stop for a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by nature.
In the late afternoon, you will depart Tarangire and drive to Karatu for dinner and relaxation at your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Karatu – Central Serengeti National Park (Serengeti Wildebeest Camp)
Karatu – Central Serengeti National Park (Serengeti Wildebeest Camp)
After an early breakfast, depart Karatu and begin the journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive itself is part of the experience, taking you through the stunning landscapes of the Ngorongoro Highlands and the vast plains that lead into Serengeti.
You will enjoy beautiful views and, depending on the route, you may see Maasai villages, cattle herds, and changing scenery from green highlands to open savannah.
Arrive in the Serengeti in the afternoon and enjoy your first game drive in the wildlife-rich Central Serengeti (Seronera region)—an area well known for year-round wildlife, big cat sightings, and excellent chances of seeing lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and large herds of grazers.
After the game drive, continue to your camp for dinner under the African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Wildebeest Camps
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Game Drive)
Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Game Drive)
Today is dedicated to a full day of game viewing in the Serengeti—Africa’s most iconic safari destination. After breakfast, depart with your guide for an unforgettable safari experience across the endless plains.
With a full-day game drive, you have the best opportunity to explore deeper into the park and track wildlife activity throughout the day. Your guide will tailor the route depending on animal movements, weather conditions, and seasonal highlights.
During the day, you may encounter:
Large prides of lions
Elusive leopards resting in acacia trees
Fast-moving cheetahs
Herds of elephants
Thousands of zebra and wildebeest
Hippos and crocodiles in the rivers
Depending on the season, you may also witness part of the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the most impressive natural events on Earth.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, followed by more game drives in the afternoon. Later, return to camp to relax and share stories of the day.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Wildebeest Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Karatu
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Karatu
Start your morning with an early breakfast, then enjoy a final Serengeti game drive as you exit the park. The morning hours offer a great chance to see predators finishing their hunts or animals active in the cooler temperatures.
After the morning safari, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through scenic landscapes and the famous crater highlands. You will stop for lunch along the way and continue to Karatu in the afternoon.
This evening is perfect for relaxation at the lodge—enjoy the comfort of your midrange accommodation, warm hospitality, and a peaceful night before your Ngorongoro Crater experience.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Karatu
After an early breakfast, depart for the highlight of the tour: the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most incredible wildlife destinations in Africa.
You will descend approximately 600 meters into the crater floor for a breathtaking game drive. Ngorongoro is often called a natural zoo because of its high concentration of wildlife in a relatively small area.
On the crater floor you have excellent chances to spot:
Lions and hyenas
Buffalo and wildebeest
Elephants and hippos
Zebra herds and gazelles
And with luck, the rare black rhino
Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, then continue the game drive before ascending out of the crater in the afternoon and returning to Karatu.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
-
Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park (Optional) – Transfer to Arusha / Airport
Lake Manyara National Park (Optional) – Transfer to Arusha / Airport
After breakfast, you can choose to enjoy a final safari experience in Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful park known for its rich biodiversity and scenic variety—from groundwater forest to open plains and the lake itself.
Manyara is famous for:
Large baboon troops in the forest
Flamingos (seasonal) and many bird species
Stunning landscapes beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment
And sometimes the rare tree-climbing lions
After the game drive and lunch, you will drive back to Arusha. Drop-off can be arranged at your hotel in Arusha, Arusha Airport (ARK), or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) depending on your departure schedule.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
