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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at your lodge in Arusha you will be picked up by your professional safari guide for a scenic drive approximately 3 hours to Tarangire National Park, with packed lunch boxes provided.
Tarangire is renowned for its massive elephant herds, baobab-dotted landscapes, and rich birdlife home to over 500 bird species, including endemic Tanzanian varieties. The park becomes a vital refuge during the dry season (July–November) as wildlife congregates around the Tarangire River, the only consistent water source in the region. Expect sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, and wildebeest especially prolific during this time.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Karatu to Northern Serengeti (Mara Region)
Karatu to Northern Serengeti (Mara Region)
After breakfast, you'll depart on a scenic full-day game drive toward Northern Serengeti, heading into the Bologonja and Mara River areas—the heart of the Great Migration during the months of July through September.
In this remote region, you’ll witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras as they brave the Mara River crossings, often pursued by Nile crocodiles and big cats. It’s one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on the planet—raw, unpredictable, and unforgettable.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Northern Serengeti Full Game Drive
Northern Serengeti Full Game Drive
Begin your day with a sunrise game drive in the Northern Serengeti, maximizing your chances of witnessing the Great Migration near the Mara River. Search for herds gathering along the riverbanks or spread across the open plains, as well as predators that follow the movement of the wildebeest and zebras.
After your morning exploration, continue discovering the northern region at a relaxed pace, stopping for a scenic picnic lunch. Spend the afternoon revisiting migration hotspots or tracking big cats before returning to Heritage Mara Camp, where you enjoy dinner and a peaceful night in the heart of the wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
After an early breakfast, you’ll begin your scenic journey from the Northern Serengeti toward the heart of the park — the Central Serengeti. This region is known for its rich wildlife density, iconic acacia-dotted landscapes, and year-round predator sightings.
As you travel southward, enjoy a full day of game viewing en route. You may encounter elephants, giraffes, large herds of wildebeest and zebras, and possibly big cats resting along the riverbanks or beneath the shade of kopjes. A picnic lunch will be served in a designated area within the park.
By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at your camp or lodge in the Central Serengeti, where you can relax, enjoy the sunset, and share stories of the day's sightings over dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Friends - Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After an early breakfast and collecting your packed lunch, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, formed 2–3 million years ago, and is home to over 30,000 animals, including the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo. The crater’s rich soils and permanent water supply support high concentrations of predators and prey.
After a rewarding half-day game drive and picnic lunch inside the crater, begin the drive back to Arusha, where you’ll be dropped off at your preferred location.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
