Your safari guide meets you at the airport or your accommodation. Then you drive southwest toward Tarangire National Park. This scenic drive takes about 1 to 2 hours through the rolling hills and rural landscapes of northern Tanzania.

At the park gate, you begin your first full-day game drive in one of Tanzania’s most underrated gems. Tarangire is famous for towering baobab trees, sweeping savannahs and the largest concentration of elephants in northern Tanzania. During the dry season, the Tarangire River draws wildlife like a magnet. For example, you may see vast herds of zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and giraffes, as well as lions and leopards.

At midday, you stop at a designated picnic site for lunch in the bush, surrounded by the sounds of nature. In the afternoon, you continue through the park's diverse habitats and look out for elusive species such as cheetahs and even tree-climbing pythons. Finally, as the sun sinks over the baobabs, you leave the park and head to your charming lodge nearby.

Overnight at Heart and soul lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you head to Lake Manyara National Park, a picturesque gem beneath the dramatic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley. Although the park is small, its biodiversity is remarkable. It is famous for tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos and over 400 species of birds.

First, a morning game drive takes you through groundwater forests, acacia woodlands and open plains. Along the lakeshore, you can spot elephants, hippos, baboons and a dazzling array of birdlife. Then you pause for a picnic lunch in the park. Afterwards, your afternoon safari continues until early evening.

Later, you return to Suricata Boma Lodge to relax. Alternatively, you can choose a guided nature walk or a cultural visit to a local Maasai village for an immersive experience.
Accommodation: Heart and soul
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, you leave the lodge in Manyara and set off toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. On the way, you pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Here the road winds along the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, with breathtaking views of this ancient volcanic caldera.

Next, you descend onto the vast open plains of the Serengeti, a name that means “endless plains” in the Maasai language. This iconic park is one of the most celebrated wildlife sanctuaries on Earth. It is famous for the Great Migration and is also home to the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

First game drive in the Serengeti

At the Serengeti gate, you enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush. Then your first thrilling game drive in the park begins. So keep your camera ready for golden grasslands full of wildebeest and zebras, graceful giraffes, basking hippos and prowling predators. By late afternoon, you reach your safari-style accommodation in the heart of the Serengeti. There you have time to freshen up before a delicious dinner under the stars.

Overnight at Serengeti Heritage lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Wake to the sounds of the wild and enjoy an early breakfast at camp. Then you set off on a full-day game drive through the iconic Serengeti. As you cross the vast plains, you search for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes and large herds of wildebeest and zebra. With each turn, the Serengeti also reveals new scenes of wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

At lunchtime, you stop for a scenic picnic in the bush. Afterwards, you explore different regions of the park, guided by the rhythm of the wildlife. Finally, as the sun dips, you return to camp for a warm shower, a delicious dinner and stories around the campfire under the stars.

Overnight Serengeti Heritage lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

At dawn, you can set off on an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (booking required, additional cost). As the sun rises, you soar above the golden plains. Below, long shadows stretch over herds of wildebeest and antelope, and perhaps even a pride of lions starting its day.

After the balloon flight, or after a more leisurely morning, you enjoy a hearty breakfast at camp. Then you head out for a final morning game drive in the Serengeti. This is another chance to spot wildlife you may have missed, while the changing landscape reveals new surprises.

In the afternoon, you drive southeast toward the Ngorongoro Highlands through the rich, fertile lands of the conservation area. Meanwhile, the scenery shifts from dry grasslands to lush green hills, Maasai villages and terraced farmland. You arrive by early evening, when the cool highland air and serene surroundings offer a perfect contrast to the wild Serengeti. Finally, you settle into your lodge, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and relax after an exciting day.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Rise early and set out for the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World". This vast, unbroken caldera is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, hyenas, hippos, flamingos and even the rare black rhino.

As you descend 600 meters into the crater, you enter a wildlife sanctuary like no other. In this natural amphitheater, the drama of the African savannah unfolds before you. At lunchtime, you enjoy a picnic at a scenic spot near a hippo pool. Then you continue your game drive until mid-afternoon.

After your crater adventure, you transfer back to Arusha, with time to freshen up if needed. Finally, you head to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your scheduled flight.