Early in the morning, your professional Serengeti Wildlife Safaris guide picks you up from your accommodation in Arusha. Then you join your group and depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees and large herds of elephants.

First, enjoy a morning game drive, spotting wildlife such as lions, giraffes, wildebeest and zebras. Then, around midday, you stop at a designated picnic site for your packed lunch in the heart of the park. Later in the afternoon, you continue your game drive through the Tarangire ecosystem, taking in more wildlife and stunning scenery.

Later in the evening, you exit the park and head to your budget accommodation in Mto wa Mbu, typically Ngedere Campsite and Lodges or similar. Finally, you have dinner and an overnight rest there.

Accommodation: Ngedere campsite and lodges (or similar, budget lodge)

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, you leave Mto wa Mbu with your group and begin the journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. On the way, you enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with sweeping views of the crater and highlands.

As soon as you reach the Serengeti gate, your game drive across the vast savannah begins. Soon you start to encounter incredible wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes and possibly even leopards. Then, in the early afternoon, you stop at a designated site for your packed lunch, surrounded by the raw beauty of the park.

Afterwards, you continue with an afternoon game drive, exploring more of the Serengeti’s rich ecosystem and wildlife corridors. Finally, by sunset, your Serengeti Wildlife Safaris guide transfers you to your budget campsite or lodge within the park for dinner and the night.

Accommodation: Seronera Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, you set off on a full morning game drive through the iconic Serengeti National Park. The vast, open plains stretch as far as the eye can see. They are also home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife and the stage for the legendary Great Migration.

During the morning, you track herds of wildebeest and zebras and look for predators such as lions and cheetahs. You also admire elephants, giraffes and an abundance of birdlife in their natural habitat. Then, at midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

Later in the afternoon, you continue your game drive en route back to Moyo Tented Camp. You arrive with time to relax and refresh before a delicious dinner under the stars.

Overnight: Seronera Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Wake up early to the sounds of the wild and enjoy a hearty breakfast at camp. Then you head out for another exciting morning game drive in the Serengeti. Next, you explore deeper into the park, tracking wildlife across savannah dotted with acacia trees and rolling grasslands. You may witness predator-prey interactions, large herds of herbivores and perhaps elusive big cats in action.

In the early afternoon, you pause for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park. Afterwards, you enjoy one final Serengeti game drive as you make your way toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you continue to spot wildlife while crossing the vast plains.

By late afternoon, you arrive at Simba Campsite, perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Finally, settle in and enjoy the cool highland air. Finally, after a delicious dinner, have an early night so you are ready for tomorrow’s crater adventure.

Accommodation: Simba Campsite (Ngorongoro Crater Rim)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

First, begin your day with an early breakfast. Then you descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

On a half-day game drive across the crater floor, you can spot lions, hyenas, hippos, zebras, wildebeest and the rare black rhino. In fact, the crater’s unique ecosystem offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Tanzania. Then, around midday, you stop at a scenic picnic site near the hippo pool for lunch.

After lunch, a final short game drive lets you capture any last sightings and photos of this natural wonder. Finally, in the late afternoon, you ascend from the crater and begin the return drive to Arusha. You arrive in the early evening and your guide drops you at your accommodation. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris.

Accommodation: Greenside Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your day begins with an early morning pick-up from your accommodation in Arusha by your professional safari guide. Then you enjoy a short scenic drive to Arusha National Park, a gem of biodiversity at the foothills of Mount Meru.

Walking safari

At the park gate, you first complete the entry formalities. Next, you begin a guided walking safari with an armed ranger. This immersive walk leads you through lush landscapes, where you may meet giraffes, zebras, warthogs and perhaps colobus monkeys. Meanwhile, you enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Meru and, on clear days, Mount Kilimanjaro.

Game drive

After the walking safari, you hop into your 4x4 safari vehicle for a game drive through the park’s diverse habitats. For example, you explore the Momella Lakes, often lined with flamingos and other waterbirds. You also visit the Ngurdoto Crater, a verdant volcanic caldera known as the “Little Ngorongoro.” At midday, enjoy your packed lunch at a scenic picnic site within the park.

Later in the afternoon, you continue your game drive, capturing final sightings and enjoying the serene landscapes. Finally, as the day winds down, your guide transfers you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or back to your accommodation in Arusha. This marks the end of a memorable day with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris.

Meals: Lunch