Arrival in Arusha and transfer to Tarangire National Park
You will be picked up from the airport or your lodge in Arusha or Moshi and head to Tarangire National Park for a game drive, accompanied by a packed lunch. After the game drive, you will be transferred to your lodge for a relaxing evening, dinner, and overnight stay.
The park's name comes from the Tarangire River, which meanders through the park and serves as the primary water source for wildlife during the dry season. Tarangire is renowned for its large herds of elephants, striking baobab trees, and tree-climbing African pythons. You'll experience a range of landscapes, from seasonal swamps to expansive savannahs, and have the opportunity to witness lions hunting and leopards lounging in the treetops. After the game drive, you'll return to your lodge for a relaxing night with dinner and accommodations.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
- Meals & Drinks:
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you'll head to Serengeti National Park for a game drive and enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park. The adventure continues with an afternoon game drive before arriving at your camp.
Serengeti National Park is famous for its massive herds of zebras, antelopes, and wildebeests, especially during the migration and calving seasons, which are influenced by the rainy season. Prepare to witness resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions actively participating in the circle of life.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Matawi Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
You’ll rise early for a magical game drive in Serengeti National Park, equipped with a packed lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll check in to your accommodation near the crater rim for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.
The next morning, you’ll descend into the crater for a game drive. Early mornings offer the best opportunity to see wildlife, as animals are most active during this time.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, with lunch provided at a scenic spot within the crater. Once the game drive is complete, you will be transported to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, marking the end of your safari.
The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world's largest unbroken caldera and one of Africa’s natural marvels. It hosts around 30,000 large mammals year-round, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, along with bird species such as flamingos, eagles, and buzzards. Be prepared to encounter a diverse array of wildlife in a relatively short time.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: