$1,265 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
In the morning, your personal safari guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Arusha, marking the start of your adventure. As you drive along well-paved roads through the scenic Maasai plains, you’ll pass vibrant Maasai communities dressed in their colorful attire—herding cattle, riding bicycles, and guiding donkey carts along the roadside.
Your destination is Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and diverse landscapes. From the open roof of your safari vehicle, take in the sweeping savanna, seasonal swamps, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Keep your eyes peeled for zebra, wildebeest, buffalo, elephant, and giraffe, along with the possibility of spotting lions stealthily hunting or leopards lounging in the trees above.
After an exhilarating game drive filled with incredible wildlife encounters, you’ll exit the park and head to a beautifully situated campsite, where playful monkeys can be seen in the surrounding trees.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, your journey continues toward the lush highlands, where the Iraqw people cultivate wheat, coffee, and corn. As you pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, marvel at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater—an ancient caldera formed by a volcanic eruption nearly three million years ago.
By midday, you will arrive in the Serengeti, a name derived from the Maasai word Serenget, meaning "Endless Plains." As Tanzania’s largest national park, it boasts an incredible variety of landscapes, from vast grasslands and shimmering lakes to swamps and rugged mountains. The park is home to the legendary Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras traverse the terrain in search of fresh grazing, an awe-inspiring sight depending on the season.
After an exciting game drive through this iconic wilderness, you’ll make your way to your campsite, where a warm meal and a night under the star-studded African sky await.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Spend the entire day exploring the vast wilderness of Serengeti National Park on thrilling game drives. This iconic park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including impalas, buffalo, crocodiles, and hippos. However, it is best known for the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where massive herds of zebras and wildebeest move across the plains in search of fresh grazing.
The migration patterns are dictated by rainfall and shift from year to year. From November to December, the herds travel from the northern woodlands and hills to the lush southern plains. During the long rainy season from April to June, they make their way back north.
After an unforgettable day of wildlife encounters, return to your campsite inside the Serengeti for dinner and a restful overnight stay.
Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping inside Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (except spirits/liquor).
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, set off on another thrilling game drive through the Serengeti, where you may have the chance to spot the legendary Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard. As you explore the vast, unfenced wilderness, you’ll witness animals roaming freely, offering an uninterrupted and immersive safari experience.
Later, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon reaching the crater’s edge, take in your first breathtaking view of the natural wonder that awaits you the next day—glistening streams, sweeping grasslands, and an incredible concentration of wildlife.
As the sun sets, settle in at your campsite on the crater’s rim, where the warm glow of dusk paints the sky, creating a serene and unforgettable atmosphere as you drift off to sleep.
Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping inside Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (except spirits/liquor).
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Early risers will be treated to a breathtaking sunrise over the crater’s edge, a perfect start to an unforgettable day. After a hearty breakfast, embark on an adventurous descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, often referred to as one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders, was formed millions of years ago by the massive eruption of a volcano. Spanning approximately 260 square kilometers and plunging 610 meters deep, it is one of the most remarkable ecosystems on Earth.
With an astonishing density of wildlife—home to around 25,000 animals—the crater offers some of the best game viewing in Tanzania. In just minutes, you may encounter wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and some of the 500+ bird species that inhabit the area.
After a thrilling safari and a picnic lunch in the crater, you will ascend its steep walls and head to Fig Tree Lodge & Camp where a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay await.
Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, set off for the final destination of your unforgettable safari—Lake Manyara National Park. Located 120 km west of Arusha, this relatively small yet diverse park is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife.
The park's name, Lake Manyara, is a vast, shallow salt lake that expands and contracts with the seasons. It serves as a sanctuary for thousands of flamingos and more than 500 other bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. As you explore, keep an eye out for monkeys swinging through the trees, giraffes gracefully roaming the plains, and herds of zebras, buffalo, and elephants.
With its varied scenery—ranging from open grassy plains and primate-filled woodlands to towering baobab-dotted cliffs—Lake Manyara offers a unique and picturesque safari experience.
After an eventful day of game drives, you will make your way back to Arusha, bringing your incredible adventure to a close.
Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
