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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 a pick-up from your hotel, where you will meet your guide and fellow travelers before departing for Tarangire National Park. After a scenic two-hour drive, you will arrive at one of Tanzania’s most beautiful national parks, renowned for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds.

Enjoy an exciting game drive as you explore the park’s diverse landscapes and search for its incredible wildlife. While predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards can sometimes be spotted, Tarangire is also home to abundant giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and many other animal species.

At midday, you will stop for a picnic lunch at the Tarangire River, a popular gathering place for wildlife. Relax and take in the stunning surroundings while watching animals come to drink from the river. Keep an eye on the curious monkeys and baboons that often visit the area in search of an easy snack before continuing your afternoon game drive.

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:
Budget camping
  • Outside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we’ll depart for Serengeti National Park, traveling through the scenic highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As we leave the fertile highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa the Serengeti, where endless plains stretch as far as the eye can see.

We’ll head to the Central Serengeti, known as the Seronera area, one of the park’s richest wildlife habitats. The Seronera River flows through this region, providing a vital water source that attracts a wide variety of wildlife, giving you a perfect glimpse of the Serengeti’s incredible biodiversity.

Arriving in time for lunch, you’ll then enjoy an afternoon game drive, exploring the park and spotting the amazing animals that call the Serengeti home.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Seronera, Serengeti National Park: On your final day in the Serengeti, the adventure begins early with a magical hot air balloon safari at around 5:00 AM. As you float silently above the vast plains, enjoy breathtaking views and the chance to spot wildlife from above as the sun rises over the horizon. After landing, celebrate this unforgettable experience with a full breakfast and a glass of champagne.

Following the balloon safari, continue with an early morning game drive across the Serengeti, maximizing your chances of spotting more wildlife in the golden morning light. Later in the afternoon, return to camp for lunch and time to pack up before departing the Serengeti.

From there, begin your journey toward Simba Campsite, located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater rim, enjoying a scenic two-hour drive as you transition into the next stage of your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, descend over 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders and a sanctuary for an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Thanks to its year-round water supply and fertile grazing lands, the crater supports a rich diversity of animals, including wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, eland, warthogs, hippos, and large herds of elephants.

It is also home to a high density of predators such as lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the elusive leopard, which often requires patience and a sharp eye to spot in the wild.

During your game drive, you will visit Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake located in the southwestern part of the crater, where hippos, flamingos, and other waterbirds can often be seen in their natural habitat.

In the late afternoon, you will ascend from the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your preferred hotel, marking the end of.

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

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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