Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup in Arusha, followed by a 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. You’ll enjoy a full-day game drive with a hot lunch in the park. Tarangire is famed for its towering baobabs, massive elephant herds, and predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Look out for dry-country species like the fringe-eared oryx and gerenuk, as well as seasonal migratory animals.Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
Day 2: Ngorongoro Highlands → Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, travel through Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descending into the central Serengeti (Seronera region). This area is rich with resident wildlife and features the Seronera River, a year-round water source.
Arrive in time for lunch, then head out for a thrilling afternoon game drive, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, and potentially leopards.Accommodation: Tukaone Hembe Camp
Day 3: Balloon Safari → Ngorongoro Highlands
Awaken early (5:45 AM) for your magical hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti. Soar above the plains as the sun rises and animals stir below—a truly unforgettable experience. After landing, celebrate with a champagne bush breakfast.
Later, enjoy a morning game drive until midday, followed by a hot lunch and a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Highlands. End your day with dinner and a cozy overnight stay.Accommodation: Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Safari → Return to Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spot the Big Five, including the elusive black rhino, along with hippos, wildebeest, zebras, and over 500 bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before driving back to Arusha, where your incredible adventure concludes.