Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your driver-guide will collect you from Arusha in the morning for the drive to Tarangire National Park, celebrated for its giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds. Spend the afternoon exploring the Tarangire River area, followed by a scenic sunset.

• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park (Central Plains)

After an early breakfast, drive through the lush agricultural highlands of Karatu and enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descending onto the sweeping plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your central tented camp.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full Day Exploration in the Serengeti

Dedicate a full day to tracking the legendary wildlife of the Serengeti. Opt for an early morning game drive to catch big cats active on the hunt, or carry a picnic lunch to venture deeper into the remote corners of the savanna.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti Plains to Karatu Highlands

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, capturing the savanna at sunrise. After a hearty breakfast, begin your transit back through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, viewing wildlife along the way. Arrive in the town of Karatu for dinner and a restful night.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Exploration

Descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full morning game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers an unparalleled chance to view the endangered black rhino, large lion prides, and old bull elephants. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before ascending back to your Karatu lodge.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Lake Manyara National Park Game Drive

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, massive troops of baboons, and vibrant flocks of pink flamingos along the lakeshore, you will spend the day exploring its diverse groundwater forests.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Karatu to Arusha & Departure

After a relaxed breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha. Stop at a local artisan market for souvenir shopping before your driver-guide transfers you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or your Arusha hotel for your onward journey.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

What is Included:

• Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser equipped with a pop-up roof.
• Professional, English-speaking driver-guide.
• Full board accommodation at comfortable mid-range properties.
• All national park fees, concession fees, and crater service fees.
• Complimentary bottled water during all game drives.
• Airport transfers for arrival and departure.

What is Excluded:

• International flights.
• Tanzanian Entry Visa.
• Travel and medical insurance.
• Gratuities/tips for safari staff.
• Alcoholic beverages.

Please Note: This itinerary is 100% customizable. It can be tailored to match your specific dates, preferred pace, specific wildlife interests, or seamlessly combined with a beach extension in Zanzibar.