$2,403 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
You will be picked up from your Arusha hotel at 8:00 am and then drive to Tarangire National Park for three hours. You will go on a full-day game drive inside the park. In the evening, you will head to your accommodation for dinner and your overnight stay.
Tarangire National Park is located 115km from Arusha. The park gets its name from the Tarangire River, where the animals congregate to drink. This park is characterized by large herds of elephants, tree-climbing lions, and fascinating baobab trees. The baobab is sometimes referred to as the “tree of life” due to the mythical powers that some cultures ascribe to it.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngedere Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park
Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will head towards Serengeti National Park via the beautiful, high-lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, you descend into the heart of wild Africa: Serengeti National Park, whose endless plains roll into the distance as far as the eye can see. Next, you will make your way to the central park area known as Seronera. The Seronera area is one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. It features the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and attracts most of the animal species found in Serengeti. You will arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. In the evening, you will head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- TANAPA Serengeti Rest House (Seronera)
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer from Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti National Park
Transfer from Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti National Park
Today, you'll wake up early, have a cup of coffee, and depart for a sunrise game drive in the Central Serengeti. This time is believed to be the best time to spot predators in action because they prefer to hunt during cooler periods with lower temperatures and less heat. Later, you'll return to the campsite to enjoy a full breakfast, pack your luggage, and drive to the Northern Serengeti.
You'll arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive to witness the incredible wildebeest migration as they gather in the millions to cross the deadly Mara River. As the sun sets, head to your accommodation in the Northern Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti National Park
Northern Serengeti National Park
You'll wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in the Kogatende area of Northern Serengeti, one of the best places to experience the Great Migration. Your guide will follow the movements of the herds and search for opportunities to witness the spectacular Mara River crossings, while also looking for lions, leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and other wildlife.
You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness, surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of the Serengeti. You continue exploring the area throughout the afternoon, following the migration and enjoying more wildlife encounters.
As the day comes to an end, you return to your accommodation in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Northern to Central Serengeti National Park – Transfer Game Drive
Northern to Central Serengeti National Park – Transfer Game Drive
After breakfast, you depart from the Northern Serengeti and begin your scenic journey toward the Central Serengeti, enjoying a transfer game drive along the way. Keep your eyes open for wildlife as you travel through the changing landscapes and explore different areas of the park.
In the afternoon, you stop at a scenic spot for a picnic lunch in the heart of the Serengeti. After lunch, you will continue with an afternoon game drive, searching for wildlife and enjoying the breathtaking scenery of the endless plains.
Later in the evening, you will drive to your accommodation in Central Serengeti. You will arrive in time to relax and unwind after a rewarding day in the wilderness, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- TANAPA Serengeti Rest House (Seronera)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands - Transfer Game Drive
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands - Transfer Game Drive
You will start the day with an early sunrise game drive in Central Serengeti, when the plains come alive and wildlife is most active. Alternatively, you may choose an unforgettable Serengeti hot-air balloon safari at an additional cost, offering breathtaking views of the landscape from above.
Afterward, continue with a transfer game drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying more wildlife and scenic views along the way. You also have the option to visit a Maasai village at an additional cost, where you can meet the local community and learn about their traditions, culture, and traditional way of life.
You will enjoy a picnic lunch at the Serengeti exit gate before continuing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. In the evening, you will arrive at your campsite on the crater rim, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night surrounded by the breathtaking highland scenery.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Today, you will wake up early, enjoy breakfast, and then drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a geological marvel in Tanzania. Its vast volcanic caldera shelters an extraordinary ecosystem, home to an abundance of wildlife, including Africa's "Big Five" animals. Visitors marvel at the breathtaking scenery and the unique opportunity to observe animals up close. It's a natural wonder and a must-see destination for any safari enthusiast.
In the afternoon, you can pause to enjoy lunch at the hippo pool picnic site. After lunch, you will continue exploring the crater until late afternoon. You will start your journey to head back to Arusha or straight to the airport if you have a night flight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
