Utukufu Travels and Adventures

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and rich wildlife. Enjoy a game drive across open savannah and along the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink. Look out for lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and colourful birds as your guide explores the park. After a memorable day of wildlife viewing, continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at a comfortable midrange lodge.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Karatu to Central Serengeti – Journey into the Heart of the Wild

Karatu to Central Serengeti – Journey into the Heart of the Wild

After an early breakfast in Karatu, begin your scenic drive toward the Central Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you enter the vast Serengeti plains, you'll be greeted by stunning landscapes and the chance to spot wildlife along the way. The Seronera region is known for its year-round game viewing, especially predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive before settling into your tented camp in the heart of the park.

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
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Seronera Wildlife Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full Day in Central Serengeti – Big Five Safari Experience

Full Day in Central Serengeti – Big Five Safari Experience

Today is dedicated to exploring the rich wildlife zones of Central Serengeti, especially around the Seronera Valley, where game viewing is excellent all year. This area is famous for sightings of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and, with luck, rhino. You'll venture deep into the savannah, searching for wildlife near rivers, kopjes, and open plains. With your expert guide, track predators, observe large herds, and enjoy unforgettable photo opportunities. A packed bush lunch keeps you energized throughout the day before returning to your camp for a relaxing evening under the stars.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Seronera Wildlife Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Central Serengeti to Ndutu – Into the Calving Grounds

Central Serengeti to Ndutu – Into the Calving Grounds

After breakfast, set off on a game drive en route to the southern plains of the Serengeti ecosystem, arriving in the Ndutu area. From December to April, these grasslands host one of nature’s most incredible spectacles—wildebeest calving. As thousands of calves are born daily, predators are never far behind, creating dramatic scenes across the plains. Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way, with a picnic lunch in the bush. Arrive at your tented camp in Ndutu for a peaceful evening surrounded by the wilderness.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Kontiki Ndutu Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Full-Day in Ndutu – Calving Season Wonders

Full-Day in Ndutu – Calving Season Wonders

Spend the entire day exploring the southern plains of Ndutu, the heart of the Great Migration’s calving season. Between December and April, this area teems with wildebeest, zebras, and their newborns, attracting a high concentration of predators such as lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and jackals. Your guide will lead you through key wildlife corridors and open plains where thrilling predator-prey interactions unfold. Enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree and continue your game drive into the afternoon before returning to your tented camp for dinner and storytelling by the fire.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Kontiki Ndutu Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ndutu to Ngorongoro – Game Drive in the Crater

Ndutu to Ngorongoro – Game Drive in the Crater

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive across the Ndutu plains before heading toward the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, admire the changing landscapes, rolling hills, and beautiful views of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Your guide will make stops for wildlife sightings and photography. Arrive at your comfortable lodge in the Ngorongoro Highlands for relaxation, dinner, and overnight, preparing for an exciting game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater the following day.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive across its wildlife-rich floor. Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, and the rare black rhino while exploring grasslands, lakes, and forests. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by beautiful scenery before ascending the crater rim and heading to Karatu for dinner and overnight at a comfortable midrange lodge. The next day, explore Mto wa Mbu's cultural attractions before returning to Arusha.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Mto wa Mbu to Tarangire – Final Safari and Return to Arusha

Mto wa Mbu to Tarangire – Final Safari and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, depart Karatu around 8:00 AM for Mto wa Mbu, arriving by 9:00 AM. Enjoy a guided cultural tour through local farms, markets, and village communities. If time permits, visit a Maasai Boma before continuing to Arusha, arriving around 2:00–3:00 PM. Airport drop-off will depend on your flight schedule and departure airport. This marks the end of your memorable safari. Any additional overnight accommodation can be arranged at your own expense.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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