Day 1 – Tarangire National Park

Begin your safari adventure with a departure from your hotel in Arusha, followed by a scenic two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its stunning landscapes, Tarangire is renowned for its towering baobab trees and large elephant population. As the central hub of the annual wildlife migration, the park is home to approximately 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras, offering incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your journey to Karatu. Dinner and overnight will be at a lodge or luxury tented camp.

Day 2 – Journey to the Serengeti
After an early breakfast at 7:30 AM, embark on a scenic drive to the Central Serengeti, specifically the Seronera region, a wildlife-rich area approximately four hours away. The Seronera River serves as a crucial water source, attracting a diverse range of animals. Arriving around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch followed by an afternoon game drive through the vast Serengeti plains. The park’s breathtaking scenery, with its open skies and endless horizons, offers excellent opportunities to spot lions lounging in the tall grasses, elephants feeding on acacia trees, and giraffes, gazelles, and monkeys in their natural habitat. After a full day of wildlife viewing, retreat to your luxury tented camp for dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.

Day 3 – Great Migration
After breakfast, journey to the region of the Serengeti, where you will witness one of nature’s most extraordinary events—the Great Migration. Each year, approximately 1.5 million wildebeest and 300,000 zebras embark on a dramatic trek northward from Tanzania’s Serengeti to Kenya’s Maasai Mara, in search of fresh grazing and water. This epic journey covers around 3,000 kilometers in a clockwise loop and is fraught with challenges, as predators such as lions and crocodiles prey on the migrating herds. An estimated 250,000 wildebeest perish during this perilous migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the awe-inspiring landscapes before returning to your luxury tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.  From July to September, the migration reaches its peak in the northern Serengeti, when animals cross rivers in dramatic scenes. These crossings are especially intense, as the animals face strong currents and predators waiting both in the water and along the banks. This period offers a rare opportunity to witness one of the most thrilling and emotional spectacles of nature.

Day 4 – Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Start the day with an early breakfast before setting off towards the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you reach the rim, the breathtaking views of the caldera unfold, showcasing one of the most stunning natural wonders in the world. Descend into the crater, a unique volcanic caldera that serves as a sanctuary for an incredible variety of wildlife. The grasslands and acacia woodlands are home to nearly all species found in the East African savanna, and within a few hours, you may encounter the famed Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and leopard. In the late afternoon, around 5:30 PM, you’ll begin the drive to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay in a lodge or luxury tented camp.

Day 5 – Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha
After an early breakfast around 7:30 AM, set off for Lake Manyara National Park, a lush and evergreen oasis located at the base of the Great Rift Valley. The park is renowned for its diverse habitats, which support a wide range of wildlife, including the famous tree-climbing lions, as well as giraffes, elephants, zebras, buffaloes, leopards, and hyenas. Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the park’s scenic beauty before heading back to Arusha, where you’ll be transferred to your hotel, marking the end of your safari adventure.