After an early breakfast, your driver picks you up from your accommodation and drops you at the airport for your flight to Arusha airport. On arrival, your safari guide meets you. Then you head southwest toward Tarangire National Park. The scenic drive takes approximately 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 National Park is famous for its towering baobab trees and sweeping savannahs. It also has the largest concentration of elephants in northern Tanzania.

During the dry season, the Tarangire River becomes a magnet for wildlife. It attracts vast herds of zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and giraffes. In addition, predators such as lions and leopards follow the herds.

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

Overnight: Suricata Boma Lodge
Meals: Picnic Lunch, Dinner

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

First, you enjoy a morning game drive through groundwater forests, acacia woodlands and open plains. Along the lakeshore, look for elephants, hippos, baboons and a dazzling array of birdlife.

Then you pause for a picnic lunch in the park. Afterwards, you continue your afternoon safari and enjoy the scenery and wildlife 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: Suricata Boma Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early and energizing breakfast, you leave the lodge in Mto wa Mbu. Then you begin your scenic journey toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Here, the road winds along the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, with breathtaking panoramic views of this ancient volcanic caldera.

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

When you arrive at the Serengeti gate, you enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush. After that, you begin your first thrilling game drive inside the park. Keep your camera ready as you cross golden grasslands full of wildlife. For example, you may see herds of wildebeest and zebras, graceful giraffes, basking hippos and predators on the prowl.

By late afternoon, you reach your safari-style accommodation in the heart of the Serengeti. You arrive just in time to freshen up. Then you enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars.

Overnight: Moyo Tented Camp, Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast at Moyo Tented Camp, 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 home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife and also 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.

At midday, you enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. In the afternoon, you continue your game drive on the way back to Moyo Tented Camp. Finally, you arrive with time to relax and refresh before a delicious dinner under the stars.

Overnight: Moyo Tented Camp, Serengeti
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to the soft light of dawn. If you want an extraordinary adventure, you can take an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti. It requires advance booking and comes at an additional cost. You soar above the golden plains as the sun rises. Meanwhile, long shadows fall over herds of wildebeest, antelope and perhaps even a pride of lions beginning their 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 through the Serengeti. This is another chance to spot wildlife you may have missed, because the ever-changing landscape reveals new surprises at every turn.

In the afternoon, you drive southeast toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, through the rich and fertile lands of the conservation area. Along the way, the scenery changes from dry grasslands to lush green hills, Maasai villages and terraced farmland.

By early evening, you arrive in the charming town of Karatu. Here, cool highland air and peaceful 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 on the road.

Overnight: Karatu Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Rise early and set out for an unforgettable journey into 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.

First, you descend 600 meters into the crater, a wildlife sanctuary like no other. In this natural amphitheater, the drama of the African savannah unfolds before your eyes. Later, you enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot near a hippo pool. Then you continue your game drive and take in the breathtaking scenery and wildlife until mid-afternoon.

After your crater adventure, you transfer back to Arusha, with time to freshen up if needed. Next, you head to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar or your flight back home. When you arrive on the island, our team welcomes you and transfers you directly to your accommodation.