$3,520 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
The Groundwater Forest of Lake Manyara
The Groundwater Forest of Lake Manyara
The adventure begins with a morning departure from Arusha, driving through the vibrant landscape to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day introduction to the region's wildlife. This park is a scenic gem, famous for its diverse ecosystems that range from a dense groundwater forest to the alkaline lake shores fringed with pink flamingos. You will spend the day searching for the park’s legendary tree-climbing lions and large troops of baboons before heading to a lodge on the edge of the Great Rift Valley for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mama Dunia
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Manyara to South Serengeti
Manyara to South Serengeti
Travel through the Ngorongoro highlands and descend onto the Serengeti plains. Enter via Naabi Hill and spend the afternoon in the South Serengeti. This area is spectacular for wide-open vistas and, in the early months of the year, the Great Migration calving. Overnight in South Serengeti/Ndutu.
- Main Destination:
- Southern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Golden Safari Camps
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
South Serengeti to North Serengeti
South Serengeti to North Serengeti
Today's journey is a grand traverse through the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem, offering a "moving theater" of wildlife as you transition from the short-grass southern plains into the rugged, hilly landscapes of the north. This is a long but deeply rewarding day of exploration, where the scenery shifts dramatically from the iconic flat horizons of the south to the acacia-studded woodlands and ancient granite kopjes that define the central and northern reaches. Because you are traveling through the park’s most wildlife-rich corridors, the drive itself serves as an extended game drive, providing ample opportunities to encounter everything from solitary leopards draped in acacia trees to massive herds of elephants moving between waterholes.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Untamed Migration Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
North Serengeti
North Serengeti
Spend a full day in the North. If traveling between July and October, this is the best place to witness the dramatic Mara River crossings. Even outside of migration season, the area is home to large prides of lions and beautiful scenery. Overnight in North Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Untamed Migration Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
North Serengeti to Central Serengeti
North Serengeti to Central Serengeti
After a final breakfast overlooking the rugged northern landscapes, you will begin your scenic journey back toward the south, navigating the winding trails that lead into the iconic Seronera Valley. This transition is much more than a simple return; it serves as a strategic "retrace" through some of the park's most productive wildlife corridors, offering a second chance to encounter any elusive species or dramatic behaviors you may have missed on the way up. As the terrain softens into the classic savannah that the Serengeti is world-famous for, you will witness the density of life increase, moving back into the undisputed "big cat capital" of the park. The afternoon is spent exploring the river loops and hidden waterholes where leopards frequent the overhanging branches and prides of lions dominate the golden grasslands, eventually settling into your central camp for an evening surrounded by the quintessential sights and sounds of the African wild.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Central Serengeti (Seronera Valley)
Central Serengeti (Seronera Valley)
This full day is dedicated to immersing yourself in the Central Serengeti, a region world-renowned for having one of the highest concentrations of large predators on the planet. Your exploration will center around the life-giving Seronera River, a vital permanent water source that draws a staggering variety of wildlife to its banks throughout the year. You will navigate the ancient granite kopjes massive rock islands that rise dramatically from the sea of grass—which serve as the preferred lookout points and resting spots for majestic lions and elusive cheetahs. Between morning and afternoon game drives, you will witness the intricate balance of the savannah, from the playful antics of resident hippos in the river pools to the silent, watchful gaze of leopards draped over acacia branches. By spending the entire day in this high-density wildlife hub, you have the best possible vantage point to witness raw nature in action.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro crater
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro crater
Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti as you head back toward the Naabi Hill Gate. You will exit the park and ascend into the cool, misty Ngorongoro highlands. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in time for a sunset view over the caldera. Overnight on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ang'Ata Ngorongoro
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater Floor & Departure
Ngorongoro Crater Floor & Departure
On the final day, descend 600 meters into the crater for a 5–6 hour game drive. This is your best chance to see the Black Rhino and the "Big Five" in a single morning. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend and begin the 4-hour drive back to Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
