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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Distance: 30km to 50km
Non-game viewing time: 2 hours
We will pick you up from your hotel. After familiarizing yourself with the guide, chef, and other clients, we will drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its diverse landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and the largest concentration of elephants in the country, Tarangire offers unique opportunities to observe elephant families. We will conduct a game drive based on reported animal sightings, looking for lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras. Lunch will be at the Tarangire River picnic site, where you can enjoy the view and watch for small monkeys and baboons.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire to Central Serengeti National Park
Tarangire to Central Serengeti National Park
Distance: 145km
Non-game viewing time: 3 to 4 hours
After breakfast, you will depart for Serengeti National Park via the scenic farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descending into the heart of the Serengeti, you will reach the Seronera area, known for its abundant wildlife, and the Seronera River, which attracts many animals. After arriving in time for lunch, you will enjoy an afternoon game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, you will embark on a morning game drive in the Seronera area. This is an excellent time to witness the morning activities of the Serengeti's wildlife, as many animals are most active during the cooler hours. You may see predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs on the hunt, as well as large herds of herbivores like zebras and wildebeest grazing on the plains. You will also look out for elephants, giraffes, and various bird species.
Around midday, you will return to the camp for lunch. Afterward, you will pack up and begin your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As we drive, you will continue wildlife viewing, taking in the diverse landscapes and wildlife of the Serengeti. Upon arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater, we will set up camp at the Simba Campsite, located near the crater rim. The campsite offers breathtaking views of the crater and the surrounding highlands.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
After an early breakfast, you will descend over 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing. The crater is a unique ecosystem, with a year-round supply of water and food that supports a diverse range of animals. As you explore the crater floor, you will encounter herds of wildebeest, zebras, buffalos, and elands, as well as warthogs, hippos, and the iconic giant African elephants.
The Ngorongoro Crater is also known for its dense predator population. We will keep an eye out for lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the elusive leopards. The crater offers some of the best opportunities to see these predators in action, whether they are hunting, resting, or interacting with other animals.
One of the highlights of your visit will be Lake Magadi, a large, shallow alkaline lake located in the southwestern part of the crater. Here, you can observe a variety of water birds, including flamingos, as well as hippos wallowing in the shallows.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
