$1,300 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to tarangire
Arusha to tarangire
Your safari begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, Tarangire provides an excellent introduction to the African savannah. Morning and afternoon game drives take you along the Tarangire River, where you can expect to see large numbers of elephants, impalas, zebras, wildebeest, and waterbucks. The park is also renowned for its birdlife, with over 500 species recorded. Lions and leopards are frequently spotted resting in the trees or near the river. In the evening, you transfer to your lodge near the park or continue toward the Serengeti region, enjoying the changing landscape from acacia woodlands to open plains.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Twiga Lodge & Campsite (Lodge)
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire to serengeti
Tarangire to serengeti
After an early breakfast, you head into the vast Serengeti ecosystem. The drive itself can be rewarding, with possible sightings of giraffes and ostriches along the way. Upon arrival in the central Serengeti (Seronera area), you embark on game drives across the endless grasslands. This region is excellent for big cats — lions, cheetahs, and leopards are commonly seen. Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the great migration with thousands of wildebeest and zebras. Afternoon drives focus on the kopjes (rocky outcrops) where predators often rest. You spend the night in a lodge at Serengeti, allowing for an early start the next day.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti to ngorongoro
Serengeti to ngorongoro
The day begins with a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, taking advantage of the cooler morning hours when animals are most active. You may visit the Lobo area or further explore the Seronera Valley, searching for elusive leopards and hyenas. After lunch, you begin the journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive offers spectacular views as you climb the crater rim. In the late afternoon, you reach your lodge perched on the crater rim, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater below. The evening is spent relaxing while listening to the sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Hhando Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro to arusha
Ngorongoro to arusha
An early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater marks the highlight of the trip. The crater floor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, supports one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. During a full-day game drive, you have excellent chances of seeing the Big Five, including black rhinos, which are more reliably spotted here than anywhere else in Tanzania. The crater also hosts large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and buffalo, along with hyenas and golden jackals. After exploring the crater’s lakes and swamps, you ascend the rim and begin your return journey to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
