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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

Journey to the Wild - From Zanzibar to Tarangire

Journey to the Wild - From Zanzibar to Tarangire

Your adventure begins with an early morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, where your private safari guide will be waiting to welcome you.

From Arusha, embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park — a haven of golden grasslands, iconic baobab trees, and one of Tanzania’s largest elephant populations. As you journey deeper into the park, you may encounter elephants marching across the plains, tree-climbing leopards resting in the canopy, and vibrant birdlife fluttering through the savannah.

Following your game drive, continue to the lush town of Mto wa Mbu, where your luxurious lodge awaits. Surrounded by natural beauty, this is the perfect setting to relax and reflect on your first day in the wild.

📍 Overnight at Mawe Mawe Luxury Lodge – Mto wa Mbu.

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
Accommodation:
Mawe Mawe Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Into the Serengeti - Landscapes, Lions & Endless Skies

Into the Serengeti - Landscapes, Lions & Endless Skies

After breakfast, begin your overland journey through the dramatic Ngorongoro Highlands, passing rolling farmlands and Maasai villages nestled along the slopes.

As you descend into the endless plains of the Central Serengeti, the scenery transforms into classic savannah — home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra. Enjoy a game drive en route, arriving in time for an afternoon of wildlife viewing in the heart of the Serengeti.

By evening, retreat to your luxury tented camp, where the silence of the wilderness and the soft glow of lanterns create a truly magical atmosphere.

📍 Overnight at Sound of Silence Tented Camp – Central Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Accommodation:
Sound of Silence Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Calving Season Drama - Central Serengeti to Ndutu

Calving Season Drama - Central Serengeti to Ndutu

Awaken to the sounds of the Serengeti and set out for an optional hot air balloon safari — soaring silently above the plains as the sun rises over the horizon.

After breakfast, enjoy a slow-paced, game-rich drive toward the Ndutu Area, nestled in the southern plains where the Great Migration’s calving season unfolds (Jan–March). Here, you may witness thousands of newborn wildebeest calves taking their first steps — and predators like lions, hyenas, and cheetahs never far behind.

Spend the evening unwinding in your stylish migrational camp, ideally positioned to bring you closer to nature’s most dramatic moments.

📍 Overnight at Safari Haven Migrational Camp – Ndutu Area.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Migration Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

From Ndutu to the Highlands - Wild Mornings & Peaceful Evenings

From Ndutu to the Highlands - Wild Mornings & Peaceful Evenings

Rise early for a final morning game drive in Ndutu, where predator-prey interactions are at their peak during the calving season. With luck, you may witness a thrilling chase, a tender birth, or a lioness leading her cubs through the plains.

Later, begin your transfer game drive back into the Ngorongoro Highlands, ascending into cooler air and forested slopes. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon, where you can relax with warm hospitality and sweeping views of the volcanic landscape.

📍 Overnight at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 2-3hr drive from Ndutu
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Big Five Finale - Ngorongoro Crater to Zanzibar

Big Five Finale - Ngorongoro Crater to Zanzibar

Today begins with an early descent into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most wildlife-dense locations in Africa. Explore the crater floor on a guided game drive, seeking out lions, buffalos, elephants, flamingos, and — if fortune favors you — the rare black rhino.

After a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, begin your journey back to Arusha Airport for your scheduled afternoon flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, a private transfer will return you to your hotel — closing your journey with memories that will last a lifetime.

📍 Hotel drop-off in Zanzibar included.

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
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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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