Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your budget hotel in Arusha. This vibrant city, known as the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, is nestled at the foot of Mount Meru and offers stunning views and a lively atmosphere. Spend the evening resting, exploring local markets, or preparing for the adventure ahead. Overnight stay in a budget hotel in Arusha.

Green Mountain Hotel

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park (Game Drive)

After an early breakfast, your safari officially begins as you drive to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem known for its vast elephant population and iconic baobab trees. Tarangire is home to diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. The Tarangire River, which flows through the park, attracts an abundance of animals, making for excellent game viewing opportunities. Enjoy a full-day game drive before heading to your budget camping site, where you will have dinner and spend the night under the star-lit African sky.

Public Campsite

Day 3: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park (Enroute Game Drive)

After breakfast, you will depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park, driving through the stunning landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy an enroute game drive, where you may spot wildlife such as wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles migrating across the plains. As you enter Serengeti, the scenery transforms into endless golden savannahs teeming with predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Arrive at your budget camping site in the heart of Serengeti, where you can relax and enjoy a campfire dinner, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Public Campsite

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Wake up to the sounds of the African bush and set off for a full-day game drive in Serengeti, one of the world’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras cross the plains in search of fresh grazing lands. Keep an eye out for predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs as they stalk their prey. The diverse landscapes range from acacia-dotted savannahs to rocky kopjes, which provide excellent vantage points for big cats. Return to your budget camp for dinner and a night under the African stars.

Public Campsite

Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Early Morning Game Drive & Transfer)

Start the day with an early morning game drive to witness the Serengeti at dawn, when predators are most active. Watch the sun rise over the golden plains and see animals such as elephants, hippos, and hyenas in their natural habitat. After the game drive, return to camp for brunch (a combination of breakfast and lunch) before departing for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the late afternoon and settle into your budget camp at the crater rim, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the Ngorongoro Crater and another night in the wild.

Public Campsite

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha (Game Drive & Departure)

Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eden of Africa.” This natural wonder is home to a dense concentration of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, massive elephant bulls, prides of lions, and a variety of herbivores such as buffaloes and wildebeests. The crater’s unique ecosystem, with its lush grasslands and Soda Lake, supports an incredible diversity of animals. Enjoy a half-day game drive before returning to Arusha in the afternoon. You will be dropped off at your budget hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey.