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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park – First Game Drive
Arusha to Tarangire National Park – First Game Drive
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Arusha after breakfast. Drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive through the park’s beautiful landscapes of open savannah, seasonal swamps, and the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts a wide variety of animals. Keep an eye out for elephants, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, buffalo, antelopes, and, with luck, predators such as lions and leopards.
Stop for a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing with an afternoon game drive, giving you more opportunities to experience the park’s incredible wildlife and scenery.
Later in the day, drive to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Central Serengeti National Park-Game Drive En Route
Transfer to Central Serengeti National Park-Game Drive En Route
After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will stop at the crater viewpoint to admire breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Crater before continuing towards the endless plains of the Serengeti.
Upon entering the park, enjoy an en-route game drive as you travel through the vast savannah, keeping an eye out for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife. The Serengeti, whose name comes from the Maasai word "Siringitu", meaning "endless plains," is renowned for its spectacular landscapes and abundant wildlife.
After a picnic lunch, continue your afternoon game drive as you make your way to Central Serengeti. Later, arrive at your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Central Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game Drive
Central Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game Drive
A full day immersed in the heart of Africa’s most iconic wilderness, where endless plains, dramatic landscapes, and abundant wildlife create the ultimate Serengeti experience.
After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti, exploring the wildlife-rich Seronera Valley, one of the best areas in the park for year-round game viewing. The region is famous for its high concentration of predators and diverse wildlife.
Search for lions resting among the grasslands, leopards hidden in the trees, elephants roaming the plains, and herds of zebras, wildebeest, and buffalo moving across the savannah. Your experienced guide will help you discover the fascinating behaviours and stories of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the sun sets over the endless plains, return to your campsite for dinner and another unforgettable night surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands – Morning Game Drive & Scenic Journey
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands – Morning Game Drive & Scenic Journey
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, when the wilderness is at its most active. This is a great opportunity to witness animals beginning their day, and with some luck, you may spot predators on the move.
After lunch, depart Serengeti and continue towards the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, enjoy the changing landscapes and the chance to pass through traditional Maasai villages, where you can choose to visit and learn more about the Maasai way of life (optional experience at an additional cost).
Later, arrive at Simba Campsite, located near the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the beautiful highland scenery.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha – Crater Exploration & Departure
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha – Crater Exploration & Departure
After breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Often described as a natural wildlife sanctuary, the crater’s dramatic volcanic walls, open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and wetlands create a unique environment where animals thrive.
Enjoy a memorable game drive across the crater floor, home to large herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, buffalo, elephants, and over 500 bird species. With luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino, making the Ngorongoro Crater one of the best places in Tanzania for Big Five sightings.
After a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking scenery, ascend from the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or onward travel arrangements.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
