Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania
Land in Arusha and meet your driver-guide for a smooth transfer to your lodge. Settle in, relax and enjoy the cool mountain breeze as you prepare for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Arusha Planet Lodge
- Mid-range: Mount Meru Hotel
- Luxury: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire, the land of ancient baobabs and massive elephant herds. Spend the day exploring riverbanks, open plains, and swamps that attract lions, leopards, zebras, and hundreds of bird species. Sunset finds you rolling into your lodge for a warm evening.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Tarangire Campsite
- Mid-range: Tarangire Safari Lodge
- Luxury: Tarangire Treetops
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
Head to Lake Manyara for a full day of game viewing. The dense forests hide troops of baboons, buffalo, and the famous tree-climbing lions. The lakeshore overflows with flamingos, hippos, and breathtaking scenery.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Manyara Campsite
- Mid-range: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp
- Luxury: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Lake Manyara – Central Serengeti
Travel to the legendary Serengeti. Along the way, open plains stretch endlessly, and wildlife becomes more abundant as you enter the heart of the park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive rich with lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and grazing herds.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Seronera Public Campsite
- Mid-range: Embalakai Tented Camp
- Luxury: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Central Serengeti – Full Day Wildlife Experience
Spend the day exploring the Serengeti from sunrise to sunset. This region is famous for big cats, dramatic predator hunts, and sweeping grasslands packed with life year-round. Your guide takes you to the best wildlife hotspots based on current movements.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Seronera Public Campsite
- Mid-range: Embalakai Tented Camp
- Luxury: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Northern or Southern Serengeti (Seasonal Movement)
Move deeper into the Serengeti according to the season—north for the river crossings (July–October) or south for the calving season (December–March). Expect non-stop action: thousands of wildebeest, stalking lions, sprinting cheetahs, and tense moments at water crossings.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Lobo Public Campsite / Ndutu Campsite
- Mid-range: Mara Under Canvas / Ndutu Tented Camp
- Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hills / Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Another Full Day in the Serengeti
Enjoy another thrilling day in the wild. Track predators early in the morning, watch grazing herds spread across the plains, and soak in the golden Serengeti sunsets. Each corner reveals a new story.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Lobo or Ndutu Public Campsite
- Mid-range: Mara Under Canvas / Ndutu Tented Camp
- Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hills or Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After a morning game drive, travel toward Ngorongoro. Stop at scenic viewpoints and enjoy the breathtaking highland landscapes. Arrive at the crater rim where cool air and sweeping views wrap around your lodge.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Simba Campsite (Crater Rim)
- Mid-range: Rhino Lodge
- Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing in a natural amphitheater packed with animals. Watch black rhinos grazing, lions resting, and flamingos shimmering along the lake. Later, drive back to Arusha for a relaxing evening.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Arusha Planet Lodge
- Mid-range: Mount Meru Hotel
- Luxury: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10: Departure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, then transfer to the airport for your flight home. Your guide will assist with all departure arrangements.
Meal Plan: Breakfast