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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins with an 08:00 AM pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After a scenic two-hour drive, you will arrive at Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, where you may spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hundreds of bird species.

A picnic lunch will be served at a designated site inside the park. After the safari, you will transfer to a mid-range lodge in Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay. Optional cultural activities in Mto wa Mbu are available at an additional cost. Airport transfers can be arranged separately if needed.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Karatu Classic View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Lake Natron

Lake Natron

After breakfast, depart from Mto wa Mbu and drive north toward the dramatic and remote landscapes of Lake Natron. The journey passes through Maasai villages and rugged volcanic terrain, offering scenic views along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walk to the lake’s shore, where you can see thousands of flamingos and other birdlife in this unique alkaline environment.

Later, take a short hike to the beautiful Ngare Sero Waterfalls, a refreshing spot hidden within a rocky gorge. Optional cultural visits with the local Maasai community can also be arranged for an additional cost. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a mid-range lodge near Lake Natron.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Natron
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart from Lake Natron and travel toward the famous Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of changing landscapes and traditional Maasai lands. Once you enter the park, your game drive begins as you explore the vast plains rich with wildlife.

You may see large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and elephants, as well as predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Your professional guide will share insights about the ecosystem, wildlife behavior, and the Great Migration depending on the season. Optional hot air balloon safaris can be arranged in advance at an extra cost. Dinner and overnight will be at a mid-range lodge or tented camp inside the park, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
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
Accommodation:
Serengeti Classic View Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, located within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a scenic drive, descend into the crater for an exciting game drive across its rich and fertile floor. This unique ecosystem is home to the Big Five, lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards, along with many other wildlife species and birds.

During the safari, your guide will help you spot animals while explaining the ecosystem and wildlife behavior. You will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site inside the crater while admiring the beautiful surroundings. Optional visits to a Maasai village on the crater rim are available at an extra cost.

In the late afternoon, you will drive back to Arusha, where you will be transferred to your hotel or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport if you have a departing flight.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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