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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

Zanzibar – Flight to Kogatende Airstrip

Zanzibar – Flight to Kogatende Airstrip

Your adventure begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Kogatende Airstrip, located in the Northern Serengeti near the Mara River migration area. Upon arrival, your private safari guide will meet you and begin your exciting game drive through Northern Serengeti, one of the best areas to witness the Great Migration. Explore the vast plains in search of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and other wildlife. During migration season, you may witness dramatic river crossings as herds navigate the Mara River. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. In the evening, arrive at your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay in Northern Serengeti.

Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:
Northern 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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Migration Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Northern Serengeti National Park

Northern Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Northern Serengeti as you continue exploring the migration routes and wildlife-rich areas. Later, depart towards Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera Valley, famous for its high concentration of wildlife throughout the year. Along the way, enjoy game viewing opportunities as you cross the endless plains of Serengeti. After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive searching for the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and other fascinating species. Enjoy the spectacular Serengeti sunset before heading to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Northern Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Drive through the wildlife-rich plains of Central Serengeti, where you'll have more opportunities to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and other fascinating wildlife. Your experienced guide will stop at excellent viewing points while sharing insights about the Serengeti ecosystem and its diverse habitats. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the park's breathtaking scenery before continuing your journey through the changing landscapes toward the lush Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and prepare for tomorrow's unforgettable safari inside the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.

Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Safari - Drive to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater Safari - Drive to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations. Enjoy an exciting game drive across the crater floor, home to the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, as well as elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, and a variety of bird species. Your expert guide will help you spot wildlife while sharing fascinating insights about this unique ecosystem. Stop for a picnic lunch at the famous Hippo Pool before continuing your game drive through the crater's breathtaking landscapes. In the afternoon, ascend the crater rim and begin your scenic drive back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your pre-booked hotel in Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable 4-day Northern Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari adventure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

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

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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