6-Day Arusha, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Expedition

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival and transfers to Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide, who will assist you with your luggage and accompany you to your vehicle for the transfer to Arusha. The journey to your accommodation, spans approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles) and typically takes between 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

Once you arrive and check in, you’ll have time to unwind and recover from your travels in the serene and homely atmosphere of Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, dinner may be available. You’ll spend your first night in Tanzania relaxing at this comfortable and welcoming guesthouse in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located near Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart from Arusha and begin your journey to Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The drive covers approximately 325 kilometers (200 miles) and takes around 7 to 8 hours, including time for brief stops and wildlife viewing en route. A packed lunch will be provided for the journey.

You’ll travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, with the opportunity to glimpse stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater as you pass through the conservation area. As you descend onto the Serengeti plains, the landscape opens up into vast savannahs teeming with wildlife.
Upon entering the park, enjoy your first game drive en route to your accommodation, Serena Serengeti Lodge—a beautifully designed lodge that blends seamlessly into the natural surroundings.

Arrive at the lodge in the late afternoon for check-in, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Serengeti National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring the legendary Serengeti National Park on an unforgettable full-day game drive. After an early breakfast, set out with your guide and a packed lunch, ready for a day of adventure in one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuaries.
Venture deep into the park’s endless plains, keeping watch for the “Big Five”—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—as well as countless other species that inhabit this vast ecosystem. Depending on the time of year, you may witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, as thousands of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing.
Throughout the day, enjoy sightings of predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, along with elephants, giraffes, hippos, and a stunning variety of birdlife.

In the late afternoon, return to the lodge, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing dinner and a restful overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Depart Serengeti National Park at 6:30 AM and begin your journey toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The drive from the central Serengeti region (around Seronera) to the crater floor spans approximately 145 kilometers (90 miles) and typically takes 3.5 to 4 hours, including time for park entry formalities at Naabi Hill Gate and the Ngorongoro Crater Gate.

Upon arrival, descend into the crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This unique ecosystem is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including the rare black rhino, large lion prides, elephants, buffaloes, and a rich variety of antelope, birds, and other species—all thriving within the crater’s natural enclosure.
Diner and overnight at the lodge.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Ngorongoro National Park

After an early breakfast, depart your lodge and head to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most iconic wildlife destinations in Africa. The day will be dedicated to a full-day game drive within the crater floor, giving you ample time to explore this extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Formed by a collapsed volcano, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and hosts one of the densest concentrations of wildlife on the continent. With a packed lunch provided, you’ll descend the steep walls of the crater into a natural amphitheater teeming with animals. Keep your camera ready for sightings of the Big Five—particularly the rare black rhino, which is often spotted here—as well as lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and abundant birdlife around the seasonal lakes and wetlands.
After an unforgettable day of wildlife encounters, ascend the crater rim in the late afternoon and return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight at.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro to Kilimanjaro Airport

After breakfast, depart Karatu and begin your journey back to Arusha, marking the end of your northern Tanzania safari adventure. The drive from Karatu to Arusha covers approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles) and typically takes about 3 to 4 hours, depending on road conditions and traffic.

Enjoy the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Highlands and rural Tanzania as you descend toward the town. You may opt for a few brief stops along the way for photos, local markets, or a coffee break.

Upon arrival in Arusha, you’ll either be transferred to your accommodation for the night or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight, depending on your travel schedule.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.