Your safari begins with pickup from Arusha by your Driver-Guide. Enjoy a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa. Once inside the park, you follow the Tarangire River—an essential water source that draws wildlife in staggering numbers, especially during the dry season. This unique ecosystem offers sightings of endangered species such as the Greater Kudu, Fringe-Eared Oryx, and Ashy Starling. You’ll stop for a picnic lunch overlooking the river. Be alert—monkeys in the area are clever opportunists always ready to steal an unattended snack. After a full day of exploration, you head to your luxury lodge for dinner and overnight.

After breakfast, you drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but biodiverse sanctuary known for its lush groundwater forests and vibrant birdlife. Flamingos paint the lakeshore pink, elephants roam the woodlands, and the park is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Game drives here offer a striking mix of forest, open plains, and lakeside views—perfect for photography and keen wildlife observers. After a rewarding day, return to your lodge for dinner and rest.

Today, your journey continues toward the legendary Serengeti. You pass through the highlands of Ngorongoro before descending into the vast savannahs. Wildlife becomes more abundant as you approach the plains—giraffes, antelopes, elephants, and big cats often appear along the way. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive before heading to your luxury accommodation.

These two days are devoted entirely to exploring the Serengeti—one of the most celebrated wildlife reserves on Earth. Whether you visit during the Great Migration or during the quieter months, the Serengeti delivers some of the most dramatic and diverse game viewing anywhere in Africa. Search for lions lounging on rock outcrops, cheetahs scanning the plains, elephants moving in herds, and vast numbers of grazers like wildebeest and zebras. Your guide will help you explore different ecosystems—from riverine forests to sweeping grasslands—maximizing your chances of witnessing unforgettable wildlife moments. Return to your lodge each evening for dinner and relaxation.

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in the Serengeti before traveling toward Ngorongoro. The scenery shifts from open savannah to cool highlands as you approach the crater rim. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge perched above one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.

Today you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often praised as one of the world’s natural wonders. This enormous volcanic caldera supports an incredible density of wildlife, including the Big Five. The crater is one of the best places to encounter the critically endangered black rhino, large lion prides, hyenas, elephants, buffalo, and massive numbers of zebras and wildebeest. Hippos gather in the pools, and the scenery alone is enough to take your breath away. After a full day of game viewing and a picnic lunch on the crater floor, you ascend the rim and drive back to Arusha for your onward travel.