$2,277 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater – Big Five Safari Begins
Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater – Big Five Safari Begins
Your adventure begins early in the morning with a warm welcome from your professional guide, followed by a scenic drive from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you'll pass through the picturesque landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, small rural towns, and lush highlands.
Upon arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s natural wonders, you will descend over 600 meters to the crater floor for a thrilling game drive. This massive volcanic caldera is home to a rich concentration of wildlife, including all members of the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and the rare black rhino.
You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool, where you can relax as you observe hippos lazing in the water. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, you’ll head to your camp in central Serengeti for a relaxing evening surrounded by the beautiful scenery.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti – Through the Heart of the Wild
Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti – Through the Heart of the Wild
After a hearty breakfast, you’ll depart Central Serengeti and make your way to the Northern Serengeti. The journey itself is a safari, as you drive through the diverse landscapes of the Central Serengeti, known for its vast plains, granite kopjes, and abundant wildlife. En route, your guide will help you spot cheetahs hunting in the open grasslands, elephants wandering in family groups, and prides of lions lounging under acacia trees.
As you continue northward, the terrain changes to rolling hills and riverine woodlands — a signal that you're entering the northern reaches of the Serengeti, the epicenter of the Great Migration. You’ll arrive at your tented camp near the Mara River in time to settle in, enjoy a sundowner, and prepare for the extraordinary experience that awaits the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full Day in Northern Serengeti Witnessing the Mara River Crossing
Full Day in Northern Serengeti Witnessing the Mara River Crossing
Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the Northern Serengeti, with a focus on the Mara River, the stage for the most dramatic chapter of the Great Migration.
After an early breakfast, you’ll head out on a full-day game drive along the riverbanks, following the herds of wildebeest and zebra as they gather in nervous clusters, waiting for the right moment to cross. If you're lucky, you’ll witness thousands of animals charging into the crocodile-infested waters a raw, heart-pounding spectacle of survival.
Your expert guide will position you in the best possible spot to catch the action, always respecting the animals and natural rhythms. Enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade of a tree, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Serengeti.
Predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas are also drawn to this region, offering more incredible opportunities for observation and photography.
Return to your camp for dinner and storytelling around the campfire under a sky full of stars.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti to Arusha – Farewell to the Wild
Northern Serengeti to Arusha – Farewell to the Wild
On your final morning, you’ll enjoy one last sunrise game drive in the northern Serengeti, taking in the golden light as it paints the landscape and stirs the wildlife to life.
Drive back with a packed lunch, enjoying more wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival in Arusha, your guide will transfer you to your hotel or the airport for your onward journey.
Although your safari comes to an end, the memories of the Great Migration and the untamed beauty of Tanzania will stay with you forever.
Optional: Morning game drive, then fly to Arusha (extra cost will be added).
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
