$803 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateArusha
We will depart Arusha in the morning and head directly to Tarangire National Park. It is named after the river that runs through it which quenches the thirst of a variety of animals, including giraffes, waterbucks, wildebeests, zebras and a high density of elephants. Tarangire is home to over 550 species of birds and its hilly landscape is dotted with baobabs and diverse grasses. After a morning game drive, you will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the river, before continuing wildlife viewing. You'll be leaving the park in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, we will start our journey to the Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti National Park, home to the ‘Big Five’; rhinoceros, elephant, leopard, buffalo and lion, is one of the greatest national parks in the world, spanning over 14,000sq km. The name Serengeti comes from a Maasai word meaning ‘endless plains’.
Although populations fluctuate, there are an estimated 3 million large game animals in the Serengeti, including over 2,500 lions, 1.2 million wildebeests and over 200,000 zebras. You will also have the opportunity to see giraffes, baboons, Colobus monkeys, gazelles, antelopes, crocodiles, hippos, waterbuck, hartebeest and more! This vast and varied park is home to more than 500 bird species; including ostriches, vultures, martial eagles, kori bustards, crowned cranes and secretary birds.
Enjoy a picnic or camp lunch before continuing for an afternoon game drive through the vast plains. A trip to the Serengeti at any time of the year can never disappoint!
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro
After breakfast, we will enjoy a game drive to the main Serengeti gate and stop for a picnic lunch. Heading towards the Ngorongoro Crater, we will pass through varied landscapes and micro-climates—vast plains, sweeping hills and dense forests. We will arrive early in the evening at your selected accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, we will drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s safari highlights. The name Ngorongoro is from a Maasai word meaning ‘Gift of Life’.
You will begin by taking in the magnificent views from the crater rim before descending into the crater itself. You will have the opportunity to see elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras and many other species of animals and birds. We will enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the hippo pool.
The Ngorongoro Crater is beautiful at any time of year teaming with wildlife. You may experience clear views of the crater bowl or mists rolling down into the base—either way, a memorable experience.
We will travel back to Arusha City early in the evening.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: