Your safari guide will meet you for pickup at the airport or accommodation, and you'll begin your journey southwest toward Tarangire National Park — a scenic drive of approximately 1 to 2 hours through the rolling hills and rural landscapes of northern Tanzania.
Upon arrival at the park gate, you'll 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, sweeping savannahs, and the largest concentration of elephants in northern Tanzania. During the dry season, the Tarangire River becomes a magnet for wildlife, attracting vast herds of zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, giraffes, and predators such as lions and leopards.
You’ll stop at a designated picnic site for a scenic lunch in the bush, surrounded by the sounds of nature. In the afternoon, continue your game drive through the park's diverse habitats, keeping an eye out for elusive species like cheetahs and even tree-climbing pythons.
As the sun begins to lower over the baobabs, you’ll exit the park and head to your charming lodge nearby.

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

After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park, a picturesque gem tucked beneath the dramatic cliffs of the Great Rift Valley. Despite its small size, the park boasts incredible biodiversity and is famous for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and over 400 species of birds.
Enjoy a morning game drive through groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and open plains, spotting elephants, hippos, baboons, and a dazzling array of birdlife along the lakeshore.
Pause for a picnic lunch in the park, then continue your afternoon safari, soaking in the scenic beauty and wildlife until early evening.
Later, return to Suricata Boma Lodge to relax, or opt for 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 and energizing breakfast, depart from the lodge in Manyara and begin your scenic journey toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you'll pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the road winds along the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, offering breathtaking panoramic views of this ancient volcanic caldera.
As you continue your drive, you’ll descend into 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, famous for its role in the Great Migration and as home to the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino.
Upon arrival at the Serengeti gate, enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before beginning your first thrilling game drive inside the park. Keep your camera ready as you navigate through golden grasslands teeming with wildlife, herds of wildebeest and zebras, graceful giraffes, basking hippos, and predators on the prowl.
By late afternoon, you’ll make your way to your safari-style accommodation, nestled in the heart of the Serengeti, just in time to freshen up and enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars.

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

Awaken to the sounds of the wild and enjoy an early breakfast at camp before setting off on a full-day game drive through the iconic Serengeti. Traverse the vast plains in search of the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra. With each turn, the Serengeti reveals new scenes of wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.
Stop for a scenic picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your exploration through different regions of the park, guided by the rhythm of the wildlife. As the sun begins to dip, 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

Awaken to the soft light of dawn and, for those seeking an extraordinary adventure, set off on an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (booking required, additional cost). Soar above the golden plains as the sun rises, casting long shadows over herds of wildebeest, antelope, and perhaps even a pride of lions beginning their day.
After returning from the balloon experience or following a more leisurely morning, you’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast at camp before heading out for a final morning game drive through the Serengeti. This is another opportunity to spot wildlife you may have missed, with the ever-changing landscape revealing new surprises at every turn.
In the afternoon, begin your drive southeast toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, passing through the rich and fertile lands of the conservation area. The scenery transitions from dry grasslands to lush green hills, Maasai villages, and terraced farmland.
by early evening, where cool highland air and serene surroundings offer a perfect contrast to the wild Serengeti. Settle into your lodge, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and relax after an exciting day on the road.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Rise early and set out for an unforgettable journey into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." This vast, unbroken caldera is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 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’ll be immersed in a wildlife sanctuary like no other, an amphitheater of nature where the African savannah's drama unfolds before you. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot near a hippo pool, then continue your game drive, taking in the breathtaking scenery and wildlife until mid-afternoon.
After your crater adventure, begin your transfer back to Arusha, with time to freshen up if needed, before heading to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your scheduled flight.