$1,597 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Tarangire
Arusha to Tarangire
In the morning, you'll depart towards Tarangire with a hot picnic lunch prepared for the day. After a full day of exploring the park on a game drive, you'll go to Kankari Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Tarangire National Park, known for its vast open landscapes and towering baobab trees, offers an incredible wildlife experience. The park's game drive routes wind through diverse habitats, from grassy savannahs to riverine woodlands. As you enter the park, the road leads you alongside the Tarangire River, a lifeline for wildlife, where herds of elephants gather in impressive numbers. You may spot large groups of zebras and wildebeests grazing nearby, while graceful impalas and giraffes move gracefully through the acacia woodlands. Keep an eye out for tree-climbing lions resting in the shade, and listen for the distinct calls of birds like the lilac-breasted roller and hornbills from the treetops.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kankari Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
After breakfast, you'll head to Serengeti National Park for a full-day game drive, with a picnic lunch included. The Serengeti is home to vast herds of wildebeest, where these animals take part in territorial battles and mating rituals that play a crucial role in the cycle of life. The park's open plains also offer the chance to witness dramatic scenes of survival, as wildlife navigates the challenges of their environment, including encounters with predators and other natural dangers.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Moyo Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Central to Northern Serengeti
Central to Northern Serengeti
Awake early for a morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti, a prime area for witnessing the great migration as the wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara River. In addition to this dramatic wildlife spectacle, you may encounter lions, elephants, leopards, impalas, gazelles, and cheetahs during your drive. After a rewarding morning, enjoy brunch in the wilderness before packing your luggage. Your journey will continue with more game viewing en route, but this time focusing on the stunning Northern Serengeti landscapes. The day concludes at your camp in the Northern Serengeti, where you will enjoy dinner and a peaceful night surrounded by nature.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Game drive en route from Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater via Central Serengeti
Game drive en route from Northern Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater via Central Serengeti
After an early breakfast, depart from the Northern Serengeti and begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Crater. As you travel, you will enjoy a game drive en route, passing through the Central Serengeti. Along the way, keep an eye out for a variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, impalas, gazelles, and cheetahs, as you soak in the beautiful Serengeti landscapes. You will continue the game drive while making your way to Ngorongoro, arriving late in the evening. Your night will be spent on the crater rim with dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Kuhama Tented Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Wild Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro to Arusha
Ngorongoro to Arusha
Following an early breakfast, head out for a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, with a picnic lunch in the wild. The crater is renowned for its dense concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best locations in Tanzania for game viewing. You will descend to the crater floor, where you can expect to see a variety of animals, including lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, buffalos, hippos, and the rare black rhinos. The crater's permanent water sources attract a diverse array of wildlife year-round, offering incredible opportunities for close encounters with animals.
After spending several hours exploring the crater, you'll begin your ascent and drive towards Arusha. You'll arrive at your hotel or Arusha Airport in the evening.
Arrangements for a transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport can be made for an additional cost of $50 per vehicle, accommodating up to 4 people.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
