Arrival

You will be collected from the airport.

Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged at an extra cost.

Day 1: Tarangire National Park

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your guide will meet you and transfer you from Arusha to Tarangire National Park (approximately 151 km). Enjoy a packed lunch inside the park. Named after the Tarangire River—the only permanent water source for the region’s wildlife during the dry season—Tarangire National Park stands out for its diverse vegetation, which differs from other parks in the northern safari circuit. Established in 1970, the park supports a large concentration of wildlife, including large mammals and hundreds of bird species. Key attractions include impressive elephant herds, baobab trees, tree-climbing African pythons, and outstanding birdwatching opportunities. Nature walks and cultural interactions with local communities can also be arranged. After a full day of game viewing, transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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: Elephant (Abundant), Giraffe (Common), Lion (Common), Buffalo (Abundant), Zebra (Abundant), Wildebeest (Abundant) – and more

Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge – Mid-range lodge located 1–2 hours’ drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2: Karatu to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart for Central Serengeti National Park. Enjoy wildlife sightings en route and a picnic lunch at a suitable site inside the park. Continue game viewing in the afternoon before arriving at your camp for the night. Serengeti National Park is world-famous for the Great Migration of millions of wildebeest, together with herds of zebra and antelope. The movement of the herds is guided by the rainy seasons as the animals search for fresh grass and water. Expect to encounter a wide variety of wildlife in a short time, including resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions playing their essential role in the circle of life. Overnight in 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: Elephant (Common), Lion (Common), Cheetah (Common), Buffalo (Abundant), Zebra (Abundant), Wildebeest (Abundant) – and more

Accommodation: Central Serengeti Luxury Camp – Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3: Northern Serengeti National Park

Rise early, enjoy breakfast, and drive north with a picnic lunch toward the Mara River area of the Northern Serengeti, where the Great Migration is typically taking place. Your safari guide will seek out the best viewpoints for observing the herds. Dramatic scenes of wildebeest crossing the river and the intense interactions with waiting crocodiles are among the highlights of this region. Keep watch also for other predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The best period to experience the Great Migration river crossings is generally from July to early October. Overnight in the Northern Serengeti.

Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Heritage Mara Camp – Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4: Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Wake early and enjoy breakfast before continuing with a morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti, still focused on migration sightings and carrying a picnic lunch. Later in the day, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and arrive at your camp for overnight.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp – Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater with a picnic lunch for a full morning of game viewing. Once on the crater floor, take time to relax and explore this stunning natural amphitheater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unbroken caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It supports approximately 30,000 large mammals and a rich variety of birdlife, offering exceptional photographic opportunities and the rare chance to see a high density of animals in their natural habitat. After the game drive, transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure, marking the end of the safari.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: Black Rhino (Common), Lion (Common), Buffalo (Abundant), Zebra (Abundant), Wildebeest (Abundant), Hyena (Abundant) – and more

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks: All meals included | Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged at an extra cost.

You will be dropped off at the airport.