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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Arrive In Arusha

Arrive In Arusha

We will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha Airport. Meet and greet our guide at the airport and he will drive you to your hotel in Arusha. If time allows you can visit local markets in the city before dropping you off at your hotel.

The hotel is surrounded by charming gardens and offers panoramic views of the surrounding plantations, your stay promises leisure time to unwind and relax.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gold Crest Hotel Arusha
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transit Gamedrive to Central Serengeti

Transit Gamedrive to Central Serengeti

Beautiful morning our guide will pick you up after your breakfast and give you a short briefing about your safari. Start your transfer by road to Ngorongoro and transit to Central Serengeti in a transfer game drive. Encounter the renowned "Big 5" and the graceful Impala amidst the park's rich biodiversity. Explore the central Seronera region, a haven for wildlife thriving around the Seronera River and the iconic Serengeti "Kopjes." Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst nature's embrace before concluding the day with a hearty dinner and peaceful rest, enveloped in the timeless allure of the wild.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Central Serengeti to Northern serengeti

Central Serengeti to Northern serengeti

You have two options for the morning: enjoy a leisurely breakfast and set off for game drives with a packed lunch, or opt for an early departure at 6:00 AM for a morning game drive. Following either choice, return to your accommodation for breakfast before departing for the North Serengeti. Today's exploration focuses on the central portion of the Serengeti National Park before transitioning towards the northern region. Along the route towards Kogatende, anticipate sightings of resident wildlife, adding excitement to the journey. As you approach the northern area, the terrain evolves from vast plains to rugged hills, offering a striking change in scenery. Here, diverse wildlife such as zebras, topi, gazelles, buffaloes, leopards, and lions grace the landscape. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to spend a few hours by the Mara River, soaking in its serene ambience then get dropped off at your lodge.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Heritage Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Start your day with an early morning game drive at 6:00 AM. After that, head back to your accommodation for breakfast and some time to relax. Later, set off for Central Serengeti with a packed lunch. The four-hour drive will offer some chances to see animals along the way.

As you travel from the Mara River valley, you'll see different landscapes like hills, woodlands, and eventually the familiar Seronera terrain. The Seronera area is rich in wildlife, with the Seronera River attracting many animals.

As you get closer to Seronera, the terrain changes from hilly to flat grasslands. Look out for lion prides, which are common in this area. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the drive.

Finish the day with a hearty dinner and a good night's sleep at your accommodation, ready for more adventures tomorrow.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Ngorongoro crater to Arusha

Ngorongoro crater to Arusha

After your breakfast, early morning transfer game drive to Ngorongoro crater for a new safari experience. The floor of the caldera mainly consists of expansive grasslands, providing a habitat for a rich variety of wildlife including the big five. Among the inhabitants are elephants, black rhinoceroses, leopards, buffalo, zebras, warthogs, Thomson’s gazelle, lions and wildebeests few to mention. Notably, it boasts the highest concentration of lions in the world. Additionally, the indigenous Masai people utilize the area for grazing their livestock where you can visit and learn their culture. Lake Magadi, a shallow soda lake encircled by dormant volcanoes, stands out as a haven for vast flocks of pink flamingos, adding to the breathtaking scenery of the Crater safari experience. You will have your picnic lunch inside the park and proceed with your game drive as you exit the crater heading back to Arusha or airport drop-off. That will mark the end of your safari adventure with us.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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