$1,313 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
Arusha to Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
On the first day of your safari, you'll be picked up early in the morning from your hotel or the airport in Arusha by your professional safari guide. From there, begin a scenic drive toward the Ndutu region, nestled in the southern plains of the Serengeti ecosystem within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you travel, the landscape gradually transforms from the lush highlands to the vast savannah, offering picturesque views and glimpses of everyday life in rural Tanzania. Along the way, you'll pass traditional Maasai villages and acacia-dotted plains that are often teeming with wildlife.
Upon reaching the Ndutu area, you'll enjoy a game drive the Ndutu region is particularly famous for its role in the Great Migration, especially from December to March, when vast herds of wildebeest gather here to give birth. You’ll settle into your accommodation for dinner and a relaxing evening in the heart of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu Area
Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu Area
On your second day, after an early breakfast, you'll embark on a full-day game drive through the diverse landscapes of the Ndutu region, which include open plains, woodlands, and sparkling soda lakes. This area is renowned for its rich concentration of predators lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas all of which thrive here thanks to the abundance of prey. The calving of thousands of wildebeest, which attracts predators in high numbers and offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.
Around midday, you'll pause for a scenic picnic lunch beneath a shady acacia tree or by the edge of a lake, where you can relax and take in the serene surroundings. The adventure continues into the afternoon as you track large herds of herbivores, observe birdlife, and search for elusive big cats. By sunset, you’ll return to your lodge or camp for a warm shower, a delicious dinner, and the chance to unwind beside the campfire under a sky full of stars.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
On your final day, you'll depart early in the morning from Ndutu and head toward the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most iconic natural wonders world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera for a half-day game drive. The crater floor, with its lush grasslands and soda lakes, offers an unparalleled density of wildlife, including rare black rhinos, elephants, buffalo, hippos, lions, and a variety of bird species—all within a relatively compact and easily navigable area.
Midday, you’ll stop for lunch at a scenic picnic site near the hippo pool, where you can enjoy your meal while observing these massive creatures in their natural habitat. After an unforgettable wildlife experience, begin your return journey to Arusha, passing through picturesque highland scenery and traditional villages. You’ll arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon or early evening, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
