Depart Arusha in the morning for Tarangire National Park (~2 hrs). Begin your safari experience with a game drive through landscapes of ancient baobabs and the Tarangire River. Expect large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and possibly big cats. Settle into your lodge inside or just outside the park for the night.

Enjoy a full day in Tarangire. The dry season attracts wildlife to the river, offering fantastic sightings of predators and herbivores alike. Morning and afternoon game drives are split by a relaxing lunch break at the lodge or a scenic bush picnic, depending on your location.

Depart Karatu after breakfast (~4.5–5 hrs) and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Central Serengeti. Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive at your lodge in time for a short afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley, known for lions and leopards.

Leave Central Serengeti after breakfast and drive north (~5–6 hrs) toward the Mara River region, ideal during migration season (Jul–Oct). Along the way, spot elephants, lions, and possibly cheetahs. Afternoon game drive near the river to seek dramatic wildebeest crossings and crocodile action.

Spend the full day exploring the North Serengeti’s rolling plains and the Mara River corridor. You may witness the great migration (seasonal) or find resident game like hippos, lions, and elephants. Morning and afternoon drives can be tailored based on movement of herds and guide insight.

After breakfast, drive back to Central Serengeti (~5 hrs), game viewing along the way. Expect to encounter predators or scavengers near kopjes or riverbeds. Arrive at your lodge by mid-afternoon and enjoy a final sunset game drive in this iconic region.

Enjoy one last early morning game drive in Central Serengeti, focusing on predators on the move and herds grazing in golden light. After brunch, transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your flight back to Arusha. Exact flight time depends on carrier but typically departs in the early afternoon.