Luwai Tanzania Safaris

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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-Arusha

Arrival-Arusha

Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Arusha Planet Lodge for your overnight stay. Nestled in a serene and green environment, the lodge offers comfortable rooms, a relaxing atmosphere, and excellent hospitality—perfect for unwinding after your journey. You can enjoy a delicious dinner and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead the following day.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Drive to Tarangire

Drive to Tarangire

After breakfast, you will depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, enjoying a scenic journey through the Maasai countryside. Upon arrival, you will embark on a game drive in the park, famous for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. In the evening, you will head to your lodge or tented camp located inside the park for an overnight stay, where you can relax and experience the unique sounds of the African wilderness under the stars.

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:
Korongo Luxury Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Morning Game Drive-Drive to Karatu

Morning Game Drive-Drive to Karatu

After an early breakfast, you will enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, taking advantage of the best time to spot active wildlife in the cool hours of the day. Afterward, you will exit the park and drive to Karatu, a charming town located near the Ngorongoro Highlands. Upon arrival, you will check in at your lodge for an overnight stay, where you can relax, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and prepare for the next day’s adventure.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, you will descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in one of the most unique wildlife areas in the world. The crater is a natural caldera filled with diverse habitats, supporting a high concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhino, making it one of the best places for game viewing in Africa. After an exciting safari experience, you will ascend from the crater and drive to your accommodation for overnight stay at Mbuni Serengeti Tented Camp, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and rest in the heart of the wilderness.

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:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Full Day Central Serengeti

Full Day Central Serengeti

After breakfast, you will head out for a full-day game drive in the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park, particularly focusing on the Central Serengeti region, which is known for its rich wildlife concentration all year round. This area, especially around the Seronera Valley, offers excellent chances to see big cats such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, along with large herds of zebras, wildebeest, elephants, and numerous bird species. The diverse landscape of open grasslands, riverine forests, and rocky kopjes creates ideal habitats for wildlife viewing. You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring the park until evening before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Central Serengeti

Central Serengeti

After breakfast, you will enjoy another full-day game drive in the Central Serengeti within the Serengeti National Park, exploring different areas around the Seronera Valley to maximize wildlife sightings. This region is rich in resident animals throughout the year, so you may encounter large prides of lions, leopards resting in acacia trees, cheetahs hunting on the open plains, as well as elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and abundant antelope species. The varied landscapes of rivers, kopjes, and open savannah provide excellent photography opportunities and dramatic wildlife scenes. You will have a picnic lunch in the bush and continue your exploration until late afternoon before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Game enroute to Northern Serengeti

Game enroute to Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, you will depart from Central Serengeti in the Serengeti National Park and enjoy a scenic game drive en route to the Northern Serengeti. Along the way, you will pass through changing landscapes of endless plains, rocky kopjes, and river valleys while spotting wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, and various antelope species. This transition route is also part of the seasonal movement of the Great Migration, so depending on the time of year, you may witness large herds moving north in search of fresh grazing. You will arrive in the Northern Serengeti in the afternoon and continue your safari experience before heading to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.

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

Day 8

Northern Serengeti Game Drive

Northern Serengeti Game Drive

You will spend a full day exploring the Northern Serengeti in the Serengeti National Park, an area known for its remote wilderness, rolling hills, and the dramatic Mara River crossings during the season of the Great Migration. This region offers excellent opportunities to see large herds of wildebeest and zebras, especially when they gather near the riverbanks, as well as predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas following the migration. The landscape is quieter and less crowded, providing a more exclusive safari experience with stunning photography moments. You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue game viewing until evening before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.

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

Day 9

Mara River Great Migration Crossing

Mara River Great Migration Crossing

One of the most dramatic highlights of the Great Migration is the Mara River crossing in the Northern Serengeti within the Serengeti National Park. During this intense moment, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather at the riverbanks, often hesitating for hours before suddenly plunging into the fast-moving waters in search of greener pastures in the Maasai Mara. The crossing is extremely dangerous, with strong currents and large Nile crocodiles waiting in the river, while predators like lions and hyenas patrol the surrounding area. It is unpredictable and can happen at any time during the migration season, making it one of the most breathtaking and emotional wildlife spectacles in Africa.

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

Day 10

Early Morning Drive and Departure

Early Morning Drive and Departure

Early in the morning, you will enjoy a final game drive in the Northern Serengeti within the Serengeti National Park, taking advantage of the cool hours when wildlife is most active. This is a great opportunity for last sightings of predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas, as well as large herds of elephants, giraffes, and antelopes. After the game drive and breakfast, you will begin your departure journey, either heading back to Arusha or proceeding to your next destination, with unforgettable memories of the safari and the spectacular Great Migration.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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