10-Day Ndutu Cavling; Big Five and Serengeti Wonders

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kilimanjaro Airport(JRO) to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly greeted by your driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Take the rest of the day to relax and unwind, enjoying the peaceful surroundings before embarking on your exciting safari adventure. Spend the night at your comfortable hotel, preparing for the journey ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

In the morning after breakfast, you will be picked up by your guide at your hotel and embark on a 2-hour drive that will take you to Tarangire National Park.
The Park with its endless tree savannah and seasonal wetlands, is also home to North Tanzania's largest elephant herd, with over 4000 elephants at the last count. You can also see zebras, giraffes, buffalo, lions, hyenas, and a variety of antelopes and gazelles. In the evening, drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire Game drive and transfer to Karatu

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a morning game drive. Enjoy the beautiful views and peaceful nature as you explore the park. After the drive, head toward the park gate, spotting more along the way. Then continue to your next accommodation in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Karatu District

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Farm House

• Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater game drive and transfer to Serengeti National Park

After early breakfast, descend onto the Ngorongoro Crater floor for game drives in search of the Big 5 animals: lions, buffalo, elephants, lions, and leopards. If you are lucky, you'll be able to see all five within a few hours of the game drive. After your exciting game drive, you'll continue with a transit game drive as you make your way to your accommodation in Serengeti National Park.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drives in Serengeti National Park

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti National Park, the heart of African wildlife with an endless plain rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. The residents’ animals of Serengeti like elephants, zebras, buffalos, gazelles, giraffes, cheetah, wildebeests, lions, hyenas and impalas can easily be seen. In the evening return back to your camp. Optional Hot Air Balloon in one of the two mornings is available at extra costs, advance booking is required.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Central Serengeti to Ndutu

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey from Central Serengeti to the Ndutu area. Enjoy a relaxed drive through changing landscapes, with time to take in the views along the way. This is not just a transfer, but also a chance to enjoy a game drive en-route. You may stop for photos or just to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Arrive in Ndutu by the afternoon, check in at your lodge, and relax for the evening. Get ready for more adventures in this unique and scenic part of the Serengeti ecosystem.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drive in Ndutu

Today, head out for a full-day game drive in the Ndutu area, part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. During the calving season, which takes place between January and March, thousands of wildebeest give birth on the open plains. It’s a time of new life, with many calves being born each day. The area becomes very active, as predators are also drawn in, creating dramatic scenes of nature in action. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, then continue exploring before returning to the lodge to relax.

Main Destination:

Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Accommodation:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ndutu game drive and transfer to Arusha

Embark on a final morning game drive in the Ndutu area, taking in the peaceful views and any last wildlife sightings. After the drive, begin your journey back to Arusha with a picnic lunch along the way. Enjoy the changing scenery as you leave the bush behind. Arrive in Arusha by evening and check in at Arusha Planet Lodge.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to airport for your onward journey

After breakfast or at your scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport from Arusha for your onward journey. Take in the last views of Tanzania as you reflect on the unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.