Summary:
In detail:
Day 1: Tarangire National Park
Begin your adventure with a morning drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and striking baobab trees. Enjoy a full day of game drives, with opportunities to spot lions, leopards, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. Tarangire’s seasonal swamps and the Tarangire River are excellent spots for wildlife viewing. After a rewarding day, head to your nearby lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
We will depart early for Serengeti National Park, traversing the scenic highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area along the way. Enjoy a game drive en route, arriving in the Serengeti by mid-afternoon. Explore the endless plains teeming with wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and herds of wildebeests and zebras. Spend the night in the heart of the Serengeti at your lodge or tented camp.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
We will dedicate a full day to exploring the Serengeti. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration or focus on the park’s predator-rich regions. Your experienced guide will lead you to areas where wildlife activity is at its peak, ensuring unforgettable sightings. After another thrilling day in the wild, relax at your accommodation under the star-filled African sky.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater and return to Arusha
After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor offers exceptional game viewing opportunities, with a chance to spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard—as well as hippos and a variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch by a scenic spot in the crater before heading back to Arusha in the late afternoon, marking the end of your safari adventure.
Optional Extensions:
Add a Zanzibar beach holiday to complete your Tanzanian experience.
