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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in Tanzania – Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Arrival in Tanzania – Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide. A private transfer takes you to your lodge in Arusha, Tanzania’s safari hub. The remainder of the day is reserved for rest and recovery after your international flight, with a full safari briefing provided at the lodge.
Overnight: Arusha.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Zawadi House Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant populations, iconic baobab trees, and seasonal river that draws abundant wildlife. Enjoy a full afternoon game drive, observing giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, and birdlife.
Overnight: Tarangire area.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tarangire Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Highlands

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Highlands

Begin the day with a relaxed morning before departing Tarangire and driving through the scenic landscapes of northern Tanzania toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The afternoon is spent at leisure, enjoying cooler highland temperatures and panoramic views from the crater rim or surrounding highlands.
Overnight: Ngorongoro area.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

An early start sees you descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense ecosystems. Spend the day exploring the crater floor, home to black rhino, large lion prides, elephants, hippos, and flamingos. A picnic lunch is enjoyed inside the crater before ascending in the late afternoon.
Overnight: Ngorongoro area.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

Depart Ngorongoro after breakfast and drive into the legendary Serengeti National Park. Game viewing begins immediately upon entry, with the route leading to the Central Serengeti (Seronera Valley), an area renowned for year-round wildlife and predator activity.
Overnight: Central Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
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
Accommodation:
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Central Serengeti Full Day Safari

Central Serengeti Full Day Safari

Spend a full day exploring Central Serengeti, focusing on river systems and open plains where lions, leopards, cheetahs, and large herbivore herds are commonly seen. The day is paced to allow both intensive game viewing and time to relax at camp between drives.
Overnight: Central Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Central Serengeti to Pololeti Game Reserve Northern Serengeti

Central Serengeti to Pololeti Game Reserve Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Central Serengeti and travel west into the Pololeti Game Reserve, a remote and lightly visited conservation area bordering the Serengeti ecosystem. The route passes through changing landscapes and wildlife corridors, with opportunities for en-route sightings. Afternoon game viewing in Pololeti offers a quieter, more exclusive safari experience with fewer vehicles and excellent chances to see elephants, big cats, and plains game.
Overnight: Pololeti Game Reserve.

Main Destination:
Pololeti Game Reserve (Greater Serengeti, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Maasai Boma
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Pololeti Game Reserve to Northern Serengeti (Mara River Area)

Pololeti Game Reserve to Northern Serengeti (Mara River Area)

After breakfast, depart Pololeti and head north toward the Mara River region of the Northern Serengeti. As you approach the river system, wildlife density increases significantly, especially during migration season.
What to expect: Changing ecosystems, anticipation of river activity
Wildlife highlights: Wildebeest, zebra, crocodiles, predators
Overnight: Northern Serengeti (Mara River).

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Gnu Mara River Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Northern Serengeti – Mara River (Full Day)

Northern Serengeti – Mara River (Full Day)

Spend the entire day tracking wildlife movements along the Mara River. Your guide positions the vehicle strategically at active crossing points, allowing extended observation of migration herds, crocodile ambushes, and predator interactions.
What to expect: Unpredictable, dramatic wildlife moments
Wildlife highlights: Migration crossings, lions, crocodiles
Overnight: Northern Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Gnu Mara River Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Northern Serengeti – Mara River (Full Day)

Northern Serengeti – Mara River (Full Day)

A second full day in the Mara River region increases your chances of witnessing crossings and allows flexibility to follow wildlife movements. The pace is adapted to conditions and guest preference.
What to expect: Deep exploration, photographic opportunities
Wildlife highlights: River crossings, cheetahs, elephants
Overnight: Northern Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Gnu Mara River Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Northern Serengeti to Masai Mara (Kenya)

Northern Serengeti to Masai Mara (Kenya)

After a morning game drive, proceed to the Tanzania–Kenya border. After immigration formalities, continue into Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve. Afternoon game drive introduces the Kenyan side of the ecosystem, with different landscapes and wildlife behavior.
What to expect: Border transition, new terrain
Wildlife highlights: Lions, elephants, plains game
Overnight: Masai Mara.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Masai Mara – Full Day Safari

Masai Mara – Full Day Safari

Full day of game drives in the Masai Mara, exploring riverine areas and open savannahs. The reserve is famous for its high predator density and dramatic open landscapes, ideal for photography.
What to expect: Expansive vistas, active predator sightings
Wildlife highlights: Lions, cheetahs, leopards, migration herds
Overnight: Masai Mara.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Masai Mara – Extended Exploration

Masai Mara – Extended Exploration

Another full day allows deeper exploration of different sectors of the Masai Mara. Your guide adapts routes based on wildlife movement and guest interests.
What to expect: Flexible, unhurried safari day
Wildlife highlights: Big cats, elephants, birdlife
Overnight: Masai Mara.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 14

Masai Mara to Nairobi City

Masai Mara to Nairobi City

Enjoy a final morning game drive before departing the Masai Mara. Travel by road to Nairobi City, arriving in the afternoon. Time to relax, shop for souvenirs, or rest before departure.
What to expect: Transition from wilderness to city
Wildlife: Morning game drive
Overnight: Nairobi.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation:
Weston Hotel
  • Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 15

Nairobi – International Departure (NBO)

Nairobi – International Departure (NBO)

After breakfast, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your international departure, concluding your East African safari.
What to expect: Smooth departure arrangements.

Main Destination:
Nairobi Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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

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