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Day 1
Tarangire National Park | Elephants & Baobab Landscapes
Tarangire National Park | Elephants & Baobab Landscapes
Your safari begins with departure from Arusha toward Tarangire, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks. The rolling savannah, dotted with ancient baobab trees, creates a dramatic backdrop for wildlife viewing. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds and excellent predator sightings.
Game drives along the Tarangire River reveal giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, lions and over 500 bird species. After an extensive afternoon game drive, continue to Mto wa Mbu for overnight.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 120 km / Time: 2.5–3 hrs.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Natron | Rift Valley & Flamingo Shores
Lake Natron | Rift Valley & Flamingo Shores
After breakfast, depart toward the remote landscapes of Lake Natron through the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The scenery becomes increasingly dramatic with volcanic hills and Maasai settlements along the way.
Upon the arrival, enjoy guided activities including a walk to Ngare Sero Waterfalls and exploration of the lake’s alkaline shores, home to thousands of flamingos. The towering Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano dominates the horizon, especially striking at sunset.
Main Destination: Lake Natron
Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 150 km / Time: 4–5 hrs.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Natron | Northern Serengeti National Park | Wildebeest Migration
Lake Natron | Northern Serengeti National Park | Wildebeest Migration
Depart early from Lake Natron and journey toward the Northern Serengeti via Klein’s Gate. This region is remote, less crowded, and strategically positioned along the Great Migration route.
Game viewing begins immediately upon entering the park. The landscape transitions into rolling savannah and riverine woodland, prime habitat for lions, leopards, elephants and large herds of wildebeests during migration season.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp – Mid-range Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 250 km / Time: 6–7 hrs including game viewing
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- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti | Mara River Crossing Experience
Northern Serengeti | Mara River Crossing Experience
Today is dedicated to exploring the Northern Serengeti, particularly around the Mara River area. This is where the dramatic wildebeest migration crossings occur between July and October.
Spend the day tracking herds as they gather along the riverbanks. The crossings are unpredictable and can involve thousands of wildebeests plunging into crocodile-infested waters while predators wait nearby. Beyond the migration, the area hosts resident wildlife including lions, cheetahs, elephants and large buffalo herds.
A full-day game drive maximizes your chances of witnessing one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife spectacles in Serengeti.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp – Mid-range Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 80–120 km / Time: 6–8 hrs game viewing.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti | Classic Seronera Plains
Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti | Classic Seronera Plains
After breakfast, depart the Northern Serengeti with a scenic game drive en route toward the central region. As you travel south through the vast plains, wildlife encounters continue, often including elephants, giraffes, large buffalo herds and resident predators.
Arrive in the Seronera area by afternoon, a region known for year-round wildlife due to permanent water sources. The kopjes and riverine forests make this area prime territory for lions and leopards.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Safari Haven Seronera Camp – Mid-range Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 160 km / Time: 4–5 hrs including game viewing.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Safari Haven Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Seronera Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands
Seronera Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands
Begin the day with a half-day safari in Central Serengeti. The early morning hours offer strong chances to witness predator activity, particularly lions returning from night hunts or cheetahs scanning the plains.
After lunch, depart Serengeti and proceed toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The landscape gradually shifts from open savannah to cooler, lush highlands.
Arrive in Karatu in the late Evening for relaxation at your lodge.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Highlands / Karatu Town
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge – Mid-range Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 145 km / Time: 4–5 hrs including game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater floor supports one of the highest wildlife densities in Africa, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos and the rare black rhino.
Explore the open grasslands, Lerai Forest and soda lake areas before enjoying a picnic lunch near the hippo pool. In the afternoon, begins to ascend the crater rim and drive back to Arusha or transfer directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of Tour)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Drinking Water
Drive Distance: 200 km / Time: 4–6 hrs including crater descent and ascent.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
