Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Upon your arrival at the airport, you’ll be promptly transferred to Summit Safari Lodge, where you'll settle in and relax. Later, embark on a city sightseeing tour that offers a glimpse into the vibrant culture of Arusha. You'll visit bustling local markets, including the Maasai market, where you can explore traditional crafts and artifacts. The tour also includes a stop at the Cultural Heritage Centre, known for its impressive collection of African art and history. Finally, you'll visit the Arusha City Museum, where you'll learn about the region’s rich cultural heritage.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Summit Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Ndutu
Arusha to Ndutu
After being picked up from the airport and receiving a tour briefing, you'll head to Arusha with a packed lunch. The journey to Ndutu takes about 5.5 hours, covering 260 km. After driving for around 2 hours, you'll enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the landscape transitions from hilly forests to expansive plains and lush grasslands, which eventually merge into the Serengeti. Ndutu is a key location along the path of the annual migration, with over 2 million wildebeest, along with thousands of zebras, antelopes, and gazelles passing through.
If you visit between December and April, you'll witness the plains transforming into calving grounds for the great migration, attracting numerous predators eager to prey on young wildebeests. Ndutu, with its lakes—Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek—provides essential water sources, ensuring abundant wildlife even in the dry season. The area is also home to six species of big cats, offering a rich and diverse wildlife experience.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ndutu to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Ndutu to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast in the morning, you'll embark on a game drive in the Ndutu area. Following a half-day of wildlife viewing and a picnic lunch, we'll make our way toward the Ngorongoro Crater rim. The 75 km journey will take about 2.5 hours, with chances to spot some wildlife along the route. The crater, one of Africa's most stunning geological wonders, is a true haven for wildlife. Your day will conclude with dinner and a relaxing evening at your accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ang'ata Migration - Ndutu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
On the final day of your safari, you'll start early, with a quick breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater around 6:30 a.m. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera, boasting a vast floor of about 260 sq km and a depth of over 2,000 feet. During the 5 to 6-hour game drive on the crater floor, you'll witness an abundance of wildlife, so be sure to keep your camera ready. Expect to see African elephants, buffalos, black rhinos, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and lions in their natural habitat. After enjoying a picnic lunch by the scenic hippo pool, you'll begin the steep ascent out of the crater. This marks the last leg of your safari, with a 4-hour drive back to Arusha. You'll be dropped off at your preferred location in Arusha in the evening or transferred to the airport.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
