Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at the airport, a safari representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax and prepare for the exciting safari journey ahead.
Bustling Arusha serves as the main gateway to Tanzania’s famous northern safari circuit and offers a vibrant introduction to East Africa.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Arusha Farm House
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, approximately a 2.5-hour drive from Arusha. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse birdlife.
Enjoy a thrilling game drive through the park while spotting elephants, giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, zebras, and other wildlife gathering along the Tarangire River, the park’s main water source during the dry season. Picnic lunch will be served inside the park before continuing to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu.
Day 3: Mto wa Mbu to Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, continue toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Explore the Central Serengeti, known for its rich wildlife populations and excellent predator sightings.
Game drives through the endless plains provide opportunities to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, wildebeests, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, and more. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife before overnighting at your safari lodge.
Day 4: Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti
Depart early after breakfast and travel toward the Northern Serengeti, specifically the Kogatende region near the Masai Mara border. Along the way, enjoy scenic game drives and wildlife sightings across the Serengeti ecosystem.
During migration season from late June to early October, this region becomes one of the best places to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration and dramatic Mara River crossings. Watch massive herds of wildebeests and zebras gather at the riverbanks while crocodiles and predators wait nearby.
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Sero Tented Camp
Day 5: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Enjoy a morning game drive in the Northern Serengeti before returning toward the Central Serengeti with wildlife viewing along the route.
The Serengeti ecosystem covers more than 15,000 square kilometers and is home to incredible wildlife including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, and countless plains game species. After a rewarding day of safari activities, return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Tukaone Hembe Camp
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
After breakfast, travel to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a game drive inside the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy picnic lunch while surrounded by one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich environments.
The crater is home to approximately 30,000 animals including lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, hippos, and large flocks of flamingos. Following your safari experience, transfer back to Arusha for your hotel stay or airport departure.
