$10,226 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Receive a private welcome and transfer to Arusha, where you can rest, dine and meet your Migsam host for a detailed safari briefing. Confirm the vehicle setup, refreshments, dietary requirements, special occasions and preferred daily pace before the journey begins. The arrival day remains deliberately light, allowing time to recover from your international flight rather than starting the safari tired. At the hotel, your guide reviews the next day’s departure, luggage arrangements and any confirmed optional activities. Enjoy a relaxed evening with dinner and rest, knowing every detail has been thoughtfully prepared for a smooth and comfortable safari.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Gran Meliá Arusha
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire
Arusha to Tarangire
Drive privately to Tarangire and begin your first game drive before lunch. Follow the river, baobab woodland and seasonal marshes, with your guide adapting the route to fresh tracks, wildlife activity and road conditions. Enjoy a picnic or lodge lunch with time to pause during the warmer hours, then continue exploring into the afternoon. Arrive at your lodge before dark, allowing plenty of time to settle in, refresh and enjoy a relaxed evening during your two-night Tarangire stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full game drive in Tarangire
Full game drive in Tarangire
Explore deeper areas of Tarangire, with the route shaped by the season, road conditions and current wildlife activity. Follow the river, baobab woodland and seasonal marshes while your private guide looks for fresh tracks and quieter routes. Choose a prepared picnic for a longer game-drive circuit or return to the lodge for lunch and a relaxing break. Continue with a late-afternoon drive, with an authorised sundowner available when conditions and park rules permit.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Tarangire to Karatu/ Mto wa Mbu
Tarangire to Karatu/ Mto wa Mbu
Leave Tarangire after a final morning game drive and continue toward Karatu. Enjoy a relaxed lodge lunch followed by time to rest and recharge. An optional guided visit with a responsible local partner can be arranged for those who wish to experience the area beyond the safari route. The afternoon is intentionally unhurried, creating a welcome pause between game-drive days and allowing you to settle comfortably into the next stage of your journey.
- Main Destination:
- Karatu District
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Manyara's Secret Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Karatu/Mto wa Mbu to Lake Manyara
Karatu/Mto wa Mbu to Lake Manyara
Descend the escarpment for a flexible game drive through Lake Manyara’s diverse habitats, from groundwater forest and woodland to floodplain and lakeshore. Your guide adapts the route to water levels, road access and current conditions, focusing on the park’s rich ecology and birdlife rather than promising specific sightings. Wildlife may include elephants, giraffes, monkeys and water-associated birds, while tree-climbing lions remain a possibility. Return to Karatu in the afternoon for a relaxed evening.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Manyara's Secret Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Highlands
Ngorongoro Highlands
Travel into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and settle into your crater-region lodge. The afternoon is intentionally relaxed, with time to enjoy crater views, rest or join a lodge activity. Keeping this as a separate highlands day creates a calmer start for the early crater descent. Your guide confirms the following morning’s timing, ensuring the route, meals and preparations are organised for a smooth and unhurried safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend early with your private guide for a full day exploring the Ngorongoro Crater floor. Follow the open grasslands, forest margins, wetlands and lake area according to current conditions, with time for patient wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a prepared picnic lunch at an authorised location before continuing the safari. Ascend in the afternoon and return to your lodge, leaving the evening free to relax and recharge without an unnecessary onward drive.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti
Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti
Cross the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enter the Serengeti through Naabi Hill, continuing toward Central Serengeti as a wildlife-focused drive. Carry a picnic lunch for flexibility and pause for sightings along the route before arriving at your lodge in the afternoon. Your private guide adapts the journey to current conditions, exploring river valleys, kopjes and open plains at a relaxed pace. Settle in for a comfortable three-night stay in Central Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sametu Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Full game drive in Central Serengeti
Full game drive in Central Serengeti
Begin early in the Seronera Valley and explore Central Serengeti’s plains, river valleys and distinctive kopjes. Your private guide follows current wildlife activity and guest interests, allowing time for patient observation and photography rather than rushing between sightings. Choose a relaxed lodge lunch and rest during the warmer hours, or remain out on a longer picnic circuit. The afternoon route is adjusted to conditions, creating a flexible and rewarding full-day safari.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sametu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Full game drive in Central Serengeti
Full game drive in Central Serengeti
Explore a different Central Serengeti circuit, focusing on wildlife behaviour that rewards patience. Your private guide adapts the route to current conditions, exploring plains, valleys and kopjes while avoiding unnecessary repetition. A balloon safari, bush lunch or sundowner may be arranged where permitted and suitable, with weather, safety requirements and operating conditions explained in advance. Choose a relaxed lodge lunch or remain out on a longer circuit for a full day of discovery.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Sametu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Seasonal Serengeti extension
Seasonal Serengeti extension
Travel deeper into the Serengeti toward the region best suited to your travel month and current wildlife movements. The journey is planned as a game-drive transfer, with lunch and carefully chosen stops along the way rather than a simple road relocation. Your private guide adapts the route to conditions and wildlife activity, allowing time for meaningful sightings. Accommodation and the appropriate operating airstrip are confirmed according to the actual season before travel.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Kuria Hills Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Final Safari and onward Flight
Final Safari and onward Flight
Enjoy a final private morning game drive in the Serengeti before your onward flight. Your guide plans the safari around the required airstrip check-in time, allowing a relaxed final wildlife experience while maintaining a safe departure margin. Fly onward to Arusha, Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar according to your travel arrangements. Migsam confirms the flight, baggage allowance and receiving transfer in advance, ensuring a smooth connection without unnecessary delays.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
