Pick up from Kilimanjaro Airport
First Night in Tanzania
Meet and greet upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay at Bed and Breakfast (BB)
Our Choices Includes;
Mid-Luxury: Mount Meru Game Lodge
Luxury: Lake Duluti Lodge
High-End: Arusha Coffee Lodge
A Morning Scenic Flight to Serengeti
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Arusha airport for an hour’s flight to Serengeti. The tour between June and October will take you to Mara River, and December to March will take you to Ndutu plains in Southern Serengeti.
The scenic flight gives you an overview of the Tanzanian safari plains; you will land in Serengeti after an hour.
Your safari starts when you land at the airstrip with a driver waiting to show you the magic of the Serengeti plains.
Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Gnu Migration Camps
Luxury-Siringit Camp
High-End: Serengeti Bushtops
Great Migration Tracking
A day watching the Great Migration in the Serengeti is an awe-inspiring experience that embody the essence of the African wilderness. The day begins early, with the soft light of dawn breaking over the vast plains. As you set off on a game drive, the Serengeti starts to come alive, with the distant sounds of wildlife awakening.
The main event is the Great Migration, a spectacular annual movement of over a million wildebeest accompanied by hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles. This mass movement is driven by the search for fresh grazing and water, following the rains’ clockwise route through the Serengeti and Maasai Mara ecosystems.
During the migration, the air is filled with the thunderous sound of hooves. You witness vast herds stretching as far as the eye can see, an endless river of animals moving in a primal rhythm. The sight is both humbling and exhilarating, showcasing nature’s raw beauty and harsh realities.
Predators are never far behind. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas stalk the herds, waiting for an opportunity to strike. The river crossings are particularly dramatic, where crocodiles lurk in the waters, adding to the difficult journey of the migrating herds.
Throughout the day, you observe various facets of this natural spectacle – the harmonious grazing, the tense river crossings, and the predator-prey interactions. It’s a day filled with suspense, wonder, and profound respect for the laws of nature.
As the sun sets, painting the sky in hues of orange and purple, the Serengeti calms down, but the migration continues, a never-ending cycle of life that has been playing out for millennia. Watching the Great Migration in the Serengeti is not just a wildlife viewing experience; it’s a powerful encounter with one of the most incredible natural events on the planet.
Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Gnu Migration Camps
Luxury-Siringit Camp
High-End: Serengeti Bushtops
Big Cats and Residences of Central Serengeti
Day 4 :Safari En Route to Serengeti
Your journey continues to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Known for its vast plains and the Great Migration, Serengeti offers unrivaled wildlife encounters. You’ll enjoy game drives in search of the park’s resident predators and grazers. Spend the night in a lodge within the Serengeti.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
A full day in the Serengeti allows for in-depth exploration. Witness the dynamic ecosystem and experience the thrill of tracking wildlife on the endless savannah. Another night in your Serengeti camp awaits.
Our Choices Includes;
Mid-Luxury: Mawe Tented Camp
Luxury: Siringit Camp
High-End: Lemala Nanyukie
Black Rhinos of Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater
Prepare for a thrilling day at the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This unique ecosystem is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts incredible wildlife diversity, including the Big Five. Your day will be the last in Serengeti; in the late afternoon, you will drive to sleep at Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Our selection includes:
Mid-Luxury: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp
Luxury: Lion’s Paw Lodge
High End &Beyond Crater Lodge
Black Rhinos of Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater
Prepare for a thrilling day at the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This unique ecosystem is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts incredible wildlife diversity, including the Big Five. You’ll descend into the crater for a full day of game viewing, followed by an overnight stay at Tarangire.
Our Choices;
Mid-Luxury: Baobab Tented Camp
Luxury: Kuro Treetops Lodge
High-End: Mpingo Ridge
The Elephants of Tarangire and Baobab Trees
A day spent in Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania unfolds as a thrilling encounter with nature and wildlife in one of the country’s most diverse and picturesque landscapes.
Morning: Game Drive and Elephant Sightings
– The day typically starts at dawn when the wildlife is most active. As you venture out on a morning game drive, the park’s landscape, dotted with ancient baobab trees and acacia woodlands, creates a stunning backdrop.
– Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant population. Early mornings often provide the best opportunities to see these majestic creatures as herds gather at the Tarangire River or meander through the grasslands.
– Besides elephants, you may spot giraffes, waterbucks, and various bird species, including the colorful lilac-breasted roller and the large ground hornbill.
Midday: Picnic and Relaxation
– As the day heats up, you might stop for a picnic lunch at one of the park’s designated areas, often with views overlooking the river or a landscape teeming with wildlife.
– This time is also perfect for rest, perhaps at a lodge or a shaded spot in the park, as animals retreat from the midday sun.
Afternoon: Further Exploration and Predator Sightings
– As the afternoon cools, another game drive takes you through different parts of the park. This is an excellent time to spot predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, which become more active as the day cools.
– The park’s diverse habitats, including swamps and savannah, support a rich variety of wildlife. You might see herds of buffalo, wildebeest, zebras, and smaller animals like mongooses, dik-diks, and warthogs.
Evening: Sunset and Reflection
– As the sun sets, the skies often turn into brilliant shades of orange and red, providing a perfect backdrop for reflection on the day’s experiences.
– Evening game drives or time spent at a campsite or lodge offer a chance to listen to the sounds of the African bush, a peaceful yet thrilling conclusion to a day in Tarangire.
A day in Tarangire National Park is a journey through a landscape filled with natural beauty and abundant wildlife, offering a serene yet exciting safari experience.
Our Choices;
Mid-Luxury: Baobab Tented Camp
Luxury: Kuro Treetops Lodge
High-End: Mpingo Ridge
Last Day with Us
Join us for a morning safari in Tarangire before checking out of the park to continue to the airport or Arusha town for an onward journey.
See you next time!