$1,871 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your safari adventure begins with a journey to the beautiful Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and the life-giving Tarangire River that flows seasonally through the park. This river acts as a magnet for wildlife, especially during the dry season, attracting a wide variety of animals from miles around. Enjoy a thrilling game drive through Tarangire’s diverse landscapes, where you may encounter zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and prides of lions resting in the shade. With a bit of luck, you might even spot elusive leopards perched in trees or stalking through the grass. The park is also a haven for bird lovers, offering sightings of colorful species and majestic raptors. After an exciting day in the wild, continue your journey to the Karatu area near the Ngorongoro Highlands, where your camp awaits. Settle in for dinner and a restful night surrounded by the beauty of Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kankari Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Today, your journey takes you to the world-renowned Central Serengeti, traveling through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands and descending into the vast, open plains of the Serengeti ecosystem. This region is especially famous for its high concentration of wildlife and is a prime location for spotting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and a variety of antelope species. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the Seronera Valley, a lush area fed by a year-round river that attracts animals throughout the day. The mix of grasslands and acacia woodlands provides excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife encounters. Later, continue to your camp for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Golden Safari Camps
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Northern Serengeti National Park
Northern Serengeti National Park
On Day 3, drive further north to the breathtaking Mara River region in the Northern Serengeti, where the Great Migration reaches its most dramatic stage. Here, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather at the riverbanks, building tension before they brave the crocodile-infested waters — an unforgettable and emotional spectacle of survival. Along the way, enjoy game drives through diverse terrain with opportunities to spot predators like lions and hyenas, as well as giraffes, elands, and possibly the rare black rhino. This region offers some of the most intense wildlife viewing in all of Africa, especially during migration season.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti National Park
Northern Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the northern reaches of the Serengeti around the Mara River, one of the most thrilling wildlife regions in Africa. Follow the movement of the migrating wildebeest and zebra herds as they gather near the riverbanks, building anticipation for the dramatic crossings. With a bit of luck and the right timing, you may witness the unforgettable moment when the herds plunge into the crocodile-infested waters — a heart-pounding scene of chaos, instinct, and survival. Your experienced guide will carefully position you at strategic viewpoints to maximize your chances of seeing this rare event. Throughout the day, enjoy incredible game viewing, including sightings of large crocodiles, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and even the occasional kill. It’s a day of raw nature at its most intense.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for your final game drive. This unique ecosystem is home to over 25,000 large animals, including the Big Five — with an especially good chance of seeing rhinos, lions, and elephants up close.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before driving back to Arusha or heading to the airport, full of unforgettable safari memories.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
