Your Tanzania safari trip begins at Kilimanjaro International Airport where our representative greets you with a warm smile. After a short briefing, you’ll transfer to your hotel in Arusha. This bustling gateway city offers lively markets, cultural museums, and a vibrant food scene. Spending a night here allows you to acclimatize and prepare for the safari ahead while enjoying the views of Mount Meru in the distance.

Overnight Stay: Kibo Palace Hotel

After breakfast, set out for Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem on this Tanzania safari trip. Known for its vast elephant herds and towering baobab trees, Tarangire is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. You’ll spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and zebras roaming the golden savannah. With fewer crowds than other parks, Tarangire offers an intimate safari experience amid rolling hills and river valleys.

Overnight Stay: Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Today your safari takes you to the beating heart of Tanzania—the Central Serengeti. This region is famed for its open savannah dotted with acacia trees and is a prime habitat for the big cats. You’ll enjoy thrilling game drives while searching for lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Central Serengeti is also home to immense herds of wildebeest and zebras, forming part of the Great Migration spectacle.

Overnight Stay: Moyo Tented Camp

On this Tanzania safari trip, the highlight unfolds as you drive north into one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes. The Northern Serengeti, with its rolling grasslands and the mighty Mara River, is quieter yet teeming with wildlife. Expect to see elephants, antelope, and predators prowling in search of prey. The peaceful trails make the north one of the most rewarding places to track wildlife.

Overnight Stay: Untamed Migration Camp

This is the day safari dreams are made of. You’ll spend the day along the Mara River, waiting for the Great Wildebeest Migration crossings. Watch as massive herds plunge into crocodile-infested waters while predators lurk nearby. The intensity of this spectacle makes it the highlight of any Tanzania safari trip. Every moment is filled with raw drama, showcasing the survival instincts of nature at their peak.

Overnight Stay: Untamed Migration Camp

After breakfast, enjoy another game drive as you journey back to Central Serengeti. Along the way, you’ll pass through varied habitats, each with its own wildlife sightings. Lions bask in the sun, elephants graze in the grasslands, and hyenas scavenge across the plains. This day is perfect for capturing the diversity of Serengeti wildlife before retreating to your lodge.

Overnight Stay: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Your Tanzania safari trip continues with a transfer to the Ngorongoro Highlands. The cool climate and lush high-altitude forests offer a refreshing change from the savannah. Here, you’ll marvel at sweeping views of volcanic craters and rolling hills. Wildlife thrives in these forests, and you may encounter buffalo, lions, and even leopards before settling into the scenic highlands.

Overnight Stay: Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection

One of the wonders of the world awaits you today. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a self-contained wildlife haven. The crater floor is home to elephants, lions, black rhinos, flamingos, and countless grazing herbivores. With its dramatic landscapes and dense wildlife, Ngorongoro delivers a truly unforgettable safari experience. In the evening, drive to Karatu for your overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

On your final day, immerse yourself in Tanzanian culture with a visit to the Hadzabe tribe near Karatu. This ancient hunter-gatherer community still lives in harmony with nature, relying on traditional hunting and foraging practices. You’ll have the unique chance to join them on a short hunt, learning their survival skills passed down for generations. After this cultural highlight, you’ll return to Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure.