Ultimate 7-Day Wildlife Safari: Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Day 1: Arusha
Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania and transfer to your hotel. Spend the day exploring the city and acclimating to the local culture. Enjoy a traditional Tanzanian dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Known for its large elephant herds, the park offers excellent game viewing opportunities. Take a game drive through the park and spot various wildlife including lions, zebras, giraffes, and more. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue exploring until evening. Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite within the park.
Day 3: Central Serengeti
After breakfast, drive to the iconic Serengeti National Park. Arrive at the central Serengeti and embark on a game drive through the park. The central Serengeti is known for its abundant wildlife including the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo). Enjoy a packed lunch in the park and continue exploring until sunset. Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite within the park.
Day 4: Northern Serengeti
Today, drive to the northern part of the Serengeti, which is famous for the annual wildebeest migration. Witness the incredible spectacle of thousands of wildebeest crossing the Mara River in search of greener pastures. Enjoy a picnic lunch and continue game viewing in the area. Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite in the northern Serengeti.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Highlands
After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Highlands, a beautiful region with stunning views and diverse wildlife. Visit a local Maasai village and learn about their traditional way of life. Enjoy a scenic hike in the highlands and soak in the breathtaking landscapes. Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite in the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater
Today, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best wildlife viewing areas in Africa. The crater is home to a wide variety of animals including lions, elephants, rhinos, and hippos. Take a game drive in the crater and enjoy a picnic lunch in the midst of this natural wonder. Overnight stay at a lodge or campsite near the crater.
Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha for your departure. If time permits, visit local markets for some souvenir shopping. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey or extend your stay to explore more of Tanzania.