$2,552 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Walk and Drive in the Arusha National Park
Walk and Drive in the Arusha National Park
Your guide will pick you up in the morning at your hotel in Arusha. Start your safari with a visit to Arusha National Park, located just a short drive from the city. Begin with a guided walking safari to experience the park’s diverse flora and fauna up close, spotting species like giraffes, colobus monkeys, and various birdlife. After a picnic lunch, enjoy a game drive through the park’s stunning landscapes, including the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater, with views of Mount Meru. Drive to your lodge near the park in the late afternoon to relax and prepare for the next day’s adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rafiki Retreat Lodge
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Drive to Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart early and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive, spotting lions, zebras, giraffes, and diverse birdlife gathered around the Tarangire River, especially during the dry season. A packed picnic lunch will be served in the park amidst beautiful surroundings. In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge in Karatu area for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Into the Heart of the Great Migration – Ndutu Calving Season
Into the Heart of the Great Migration – Ndutu Calving Season
After breakfast, journey into the Ndutu region, the focal point of the Great Migration’s calving season. Between December and March, the short-grass plains here transform into one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife stages. Over half a million wildebeest calves are born within just a few weeks, attracting countless predators — lions, cheetahs, hyenas — all waiting for nature’s perfect opportunity.
The open plains also provide excellent viewing of zebras, gazelles, giraffes, and a rich variety of birdlife. Your guide will ensure you’re perfectly positioned to witness both the tender beginnings of new life and the thrilling predator-prey interactions that make Ndutu world-famous.
The day concludes with sundowners and an overnight stay at your safari camp, set in the heart of this remarkable ecosystem.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Safari Haven Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full-Day Safari in Ndutu – The Calving Plains Come Alive
Full-Day Safari in Ndutu – The Calving Plains Come Alive
Spend the entire day exploring the Ndutu plains, where the magic of the Great Migration’s calving season unfolds at every turn. With the lush green grass nourished by seasonal rains, this area becomes the perfect nursery for wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.
Watch as newborn calves take their first steps, herds gather in massive numbers, and predators like lions, cheetahs, and jackals skillfully patrol the plains. The sheer abundance of wildlife makes Ndutu one of Africa’s most photogenic and action-filled safari locations during this season.
You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing your game drives, maximizing your chances of witnessing remarkable wildlife interactions.
The day ends with another overnight stay at your safari camp, surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Safari Haven Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive inside this spectacular 600-meter-deep caldera. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the crater hosts a dense concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and hippos. Enjoy a packed picnic lunch amidst the stunning scenery. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive to your lodge in Karatu.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for a half-day game drive. Known for its lush forests, tree-climbing lions, and abundant birdlife—including flamingos along the lake’s edge—Lake Manyara offers a unique safari experience. Spot elephants, hippos, baboons, and other wildlife as you explore the park. After your game drive and a picnic lunch, begin the scenic drive back to Arusha, where your memorable safari concludes with drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
