$1,690 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Central Serengeti National park
Arusha to Central Serengeti National park
After an early breakfast, you will depart Arusha for the world-renowned Central Serengeti National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through changing Tanzanian landscapes. The Serengeti derived from the Maasai word Siringet, meaning "endless plains" is home to the most diverse and dense collection of large mammals on Earth.
As you enter, you will witness a uniquely vibrant ecosystem shaped over millennia by volcanic activity from the Ngorongoro highlands. This region is legendary for hosting the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras travel in a clockwise loop following the rains. The Central Serengeti (Seronera Valley) is particularly famous for its high concentration of big cats; its iconic granite kopjes (rock outcrops) serve as perfect lookout points for lions and leopards. After a thrilling afternoon game drive, you will arrive at your camp or lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Maboresho Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Northern Serengeti National Park
Northern Serengeti National Park
Following an early breakfast, you will journey north to the rugged and stunning Northern Serengeti. The Northern Serengeti is world-famous for the Mara River, the setting for the dramatic Greatest Show on Earth the Great Migration. Between July and October, over two million wildebeests and zebras navigate this critical corridor. An incredible fact of this ecosystem is the treacherous Mara River crossing, where herds must brave strong currents and Africa’s largest Nile crocodiles.
This area is also a vital sanctuary for the rare black rhino and features the highest density of lions and leopards capitalizing on the migration.
After an intense and breathtaking day of game viewing along the riverbanks, you will head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, completely immersed in the raw rhythm of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Maboresho Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, you will bid farewell to the endless plains of the Serengeti and journey toward the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. This transit doubles as a remarkable game drive through one of the most geologically fascinating regions on earth. Created millions of years ago when a massive volcano exploded and collapsed on itself, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact, unfilled volcanic caldera.
Spanning roughly 260 square kilometers, this natural amphitheater acts as a self-contained ecosystem. It boasts the highest density of large predators in Africa, including a thriving population of black rhinos, making it one of the best places to spot the complete "Big Five" in a single day. The crater floor features diverse habitats, from the soda waters of Lake Magadi to the lush Lerai Forest. You will descend into this ancient wonderland for an unforgettable game drive before heading to your lodge for dinner and a restful evening.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular full-day game drive. Formed millions of years ago when a massive volcano collapsed, this intact, unflooded caldera is a geological marvel and a sanctuary for over 25,000 large animals.
Often called the "Eight Wonder of the World," the crater floor hosts a uniquely dense ecosystem where you can spot the rare black rhino, massive bull elephants, and thriving lion prides. The alkaline Lake Magadi, resting at its center, attracts thousands of vibrant flamingos, painting the landscape pink. Because of the enclosed 2,000-foot-high walls, wildlife thrives here year-round without migrating, offering unparalleled predator-prey sightings. After an unforgettable picnic lunch by the hippo pool and a day of extraordinary wildlife viewing, you will ascend the crater rim and drive back to Arusha for your onward departure.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
Following an early breakfast, you will depart for Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem on Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Famed for its breathtaking, uncrowded landscapes, Tarangire boasts the highest concentration of elephants in the world, where majestic herds can reach up to 300 individuals. The park is defined by its iconic, ancient baobab trees some living for over a thousand years and massive red-earth termite mounds that dominate the scenic savannah.
Acting as the region's ultimate lifeline, the permanent Tarangire River draws thousands of migratory wildebeests, zebras, and buffalos, creating the second-highest density of wildlife in Tanzania after the Serengeti. This abundance makes it a prime hunting ground for apex predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. It is also an absolute haven for bird enthusiasts, hosting over 550 breeding species. After an unforgettable full-day game drive, you will head to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngare Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, you will explore Lake Manyara National Park before returning to Arusha. This compact gem is famously described by Ernest Hemingway as the "loveliest I had seen in Africa." The park is a visual marvel, squeezing five distinct ecosystems into a relatively small area, ranging from a lush groundwater forest fed by volcanic springs to the dramatic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Lake Manyara is legendary for its unique tree-climbing lions, a rare behavioral trait thought to be an escape from ground-level biting insects and the midday heat. The park's alkaline lake is a birdwatcher's paradise, often blanketed in a spectacular pink hue from thousands of lesser flamingos feeding on algae. It also boasts the highest density of baboon troops in the world. Following an unforgettable morning game drive and a scenic picnic lunch, you will enjoy a relaxed drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
