$3,222 to $3,332 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our professional guides from KeRata Wild Safaris. The drive to your lodge in Arusha begins with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, depending on visibility. As you proceed along the road, you'll pass through vibrant landscapes filled with lush vegetation, small villages, and bustling markets.
The ride itself will take approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the location of your lodge and traffic. Along the way, you'll experience a taste of Tanzanian culture as you drive through Arusha, known for its blend of urban life and the natural beauty surrounding it. Whether you're staying at a luxury or mid-range lodge, you can expect comfort and tranquility as you begin your Tanzanian adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at your lodge in Arusha, you'll set off for Tarangire National Park, a scenic two-hour drive through the heart of Tanzania’s countryside. Upon entering the park, you'll be greeted by the vast landscapes of Tarangire, famous for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. You'll spend the day on game drives, exploring the park’s diverse wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by the sounds of nature.
As the sun sets, you'll head to Marera Valley Lodge, where a delicious dinner and a peaceful night in the wilderness await.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After waking up this morning, you will have a full breakfast, then you will start an en-route game drive to Serengeti.
On the way, you will be able to view the beautiful Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Crater. You will reach Serengeti in the evening. You will have an evening game drive in central Serengeti where you will be able to see the sunset. The major attractions in Serengeti are the endless plain and the great Serengeti wildebeest migration which involves 1.5 million herbivores and followers. Predators used to move from one area to another in almost all parts of Serengeti because of drought.
Our driver-guide will make sure you will able to see part of the wildebeest migration. The movement of vast numbers of the Serengeti’s wildebeest, accompanied by large numbers of zebras, and smaller numbers of Grant’s gazelles and Thomson’s gazelles.
Afterward, you will head to Serengeti Heritage Tented Lodge inside Serengeti National Park where a delicious dinner awaits.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
On this day, you will wake up early morning and have your full breakfast. Then, you will start your game drive inside Serengeti. Our driver will drive you to Northern Serengeti to the key areas where you will observe the mass movement of the wildebeest and all the drama it entails. We’d recommend the flash-points of the Mara River and the Ndutu Plains. River crossings at Kogatende start in July as the mega herd settles into the area. Between July to October, wildlife viewing is at its best with river crossings pretty much guaranteed every day. There is no distinct movement as the herds tend to cross back and forth over the river, following the rains and subsequent fresh grasses. Thus, these are the best months to see the migration in the western region of Serengeti. From August to September, you can see the great migration in northern Serengeti.
After the full-day game drive, you will have your delicious dinner and an overnight stay at Heritage Tented Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
On this day, you will wake up early morning and have your full breakfast. Then, you will start your game drive inside Serengeti. As you will have a full day in Serengeti, our driver will drive you to the key areas in Serengeti. We will make sure that you will follow the wildebeest migration. The great migration varies every year. The best time to see it is from June up to September while the wildebeest calving is from January to March. Our driver will take you to northern Serengeti where you will be able to see the great wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River. A million and a half of these majestic animals travel throughout the year as they look for fresh grazing pasture and follow the rainfall for better water sources.
After your full-day game drive, you will head back to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay at Heritage Tented Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
On this day, you will wake up at 5:45 am for an early breakfast and see the sunrise inside Serengeti. After your breakfast, you will be heading for an early morning game drive up to 11:30 am. Thereafter, you will head back to the campsite for the hot lunch and pack your stuff in the jeep. After finishing your hot lunch, you will proceed with a game drive in Serengeti while heading to Ngorongoro Crater in Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge, where a delicious dinner awaits.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Ngorongoro Crater Tour
You will wake up around 5:30 am for your breakfast. After breakfast, you will descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor where you will able to see all the Big Five. Also, you will see different types of birds and black rhinos available inside the crater. You'll continue your journey to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll witness an incredible array of wildlife in one of the most unique natural landscapes on Earth. On this day, you will have your lunch inside the crater while watching nature and high concentrations of flamingos. Later after 6 to 7 hours of game drive inside the crater floor, you will start to ascend from the crater to Marera View Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After your breakfast, you will head to Lake Manyara for a full-day game drive. Inside the park, you will be able to see tree-climbing lions and a lot of flamingos attracted by the algae in the lake and you will visit a hot spring. Also, on the same day, you will visit Maasai Boma, where you will see how they live and learn their culture and traditions. Later, you'll drive back to Arusha and straight to the airport or to your accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
