7-Day Great Serengeti Mara River Safari & Lake Natron

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge or explore the town at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a safari briefing and prepare for the adventure ahead. Overnight in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Greenside Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha To Tarangire np

After an early breakfast, depart Arusha with your safari guide for Tarangire National Park, driving through Maasai villages and open countryside along the way. Upon arrival, you will begin your first exciting game drive in this beautiful park, well known for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and rich wildlife. You will explore the Tarangire River area, which attracts animals such as lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and a wide variety of birds, especially during the dry season. After a picnic lunch inside the park, continue with afternoon game viewing before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kankari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Karatu -Ngorongoro Crater - Central Serengeti

After an early breakfast in Karatu, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive. This natural wildlife sanctuary is home to a high concentration of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhino. After enjoying game viewing and a picnic lunch at the crater floor, you will ascend the crater and continue your journey toward the Central Serengeti. Enjoy en-route game viewing across the endless plains as you head to your camp dinner and overnight.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, travel north through the Serengeti toward the remote and wildlife-rich Northern Serengeti, famous for the Mara River and the Great Migration. Over these two days, enjoy extensive game drives along the riverbanks and open plains, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather, especially during the migration season, often attempting dramatic river crossings. This area is also excellent for spotting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as elephants and giraffes. With fewer vehicles and vast landscapes, the Northern Serengeti offers a more exclusive and truly wild safari experience. Dinner and overnight at your camp.

Main Destination:

Northern 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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Northern Serengeti to Lake Natron

After breakfast, depart the Northern Serengeti for a scenic and adventurous drive toward Lake Natron, passing through remote and untouched landscapes near the Kenya–Tanzania border. This route offers a glimpse into traditional Maasai life and dramatic volcanic scenery dominated by Ol Doinyo Lengai, the “Mountain of God.” Upon arrival at Lake Natron, explore the lake’s shores, famous for its pink flamingos and unique alkaline waters, or enjoy a guided walk to nearby waterfalls if time allows. Dinner and overnight near Lake Natron, surrounded by breathtaking wilderness.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Lake Natron

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Natron to Kilimanjaro airport

After breakfast, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Lake Natron before beginning your journey back toward Kilimanjaro International Airport. Drive through the scenic Rift Valley landscapes, passing Maasai villages and open plains along the way. Upon arrival at the airport, connect with your international or onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Northern Tanzania safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.