Day 1
Central Serengeti
Start
Mandara Hut , Moshi , Arusha , Zanzibar
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Central Serengeti
During the rainy months of November, late March, and April, the Serengeti transforms into a lush, green landscape. Most of the migrating wildebeest and zebra herds move to the central Serengeti, making it the prime location for wildlife viewing. After breakfast, you’ll fly from Arusha to the central Serengeti, where your adventure begins.
In these months, the herds spread across the central parts of these plains, grazing on the fresh grass. This abundance of food attracts predators like lions and cheetahs, offering excellent opportunities for witnessing dramatic hunts. The rainy season also brings vibrant birdlife, with many species nesting and displaying colorful plumage.
Your game drives will take you through the heart of the central Serengeti, where you can experience the wildlife at its most active and vibrant. The landscape, dotted with acacia trees and rocky outcrops, provides a stunning backdrop for your safari. After a full day of exploration, you can extend your game drive into the evening, when the light softens, and the animals become more active.
After a day filled with incredible wildlife sightings, you’ll head back to your lodge for a well-deserved rest.
Day 2
Central Serengeti
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Central Serengeti
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Central Serengeti
Full day game drives at central Serengeti.
Today's game drive begins at sunrise. Following a simple breakfast of coffee and snacks, the morning drive kicks off around 6:00 am, a time when the Serengeti plains are bustling with activity, offering prime opportunities to spot numerous animals and birds.
During this period, animals and birds are stirring, predators are on the hunt for prey, and herbivores are grazing on grass. It's an excellent time to witness diverse wildlife behaviors, including animal hunts, and capture memorable photographs.
After the morning drive, you'll return to the lodge (or picnic site) for a hearty breakfast. Then, the afternoon drive, along with lunch, continues until evening. After full-day game drives, you will have dinner at your overnight accommodation.
Day 3
Central Serengeti
Start
Central Serengeti
End
Karatu
,
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Early morning game drive at Serengeti followed by afternoon drive to Ngorongoro Conservation area.
On this day we suggest a very early wake up in order to do an early morning game drive when the animals are more active. Also witness one of the best sunrises you'll ever see. It's really an exceptionally beautiful experience.
After the game drive, we return to the camp for a rewarding brunch and then we'll proceed towards Ngorongoro, the 8th wonder of the Natural World.
The drive takes you back through the Serengeti via a different route, offering plenty of opportunities to spot the animals that eluded you before. You will see wildebeest and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the mighty African elephant and the predators. You will have the chance to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself, the lion.
You should reach Ngorongoro region in time for a sundowner.
The eventful day comes to an end with a dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Accomodations in
Karatu
,
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Optional Activities
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Start
Karatu , Ngorongoro Conservation Area , Ngorongoro Crater
End
End of trip
Game drive at Ngorongoro crater and in afternoon drive to Arusha.
Starting early, we descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a captivating morning amidst diverse wildlife. When you first glimpse this vast, verdant caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you will soon understand why it has earned such a lofty reputation.
Home to over 120 mammal species, including the fabled Big Five, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the world's most sought-after safari destinations. It is a perfect place to see the endangered black rhinoceros enjoying a lonely meal out on the grass plains and large numbers of hippopotamus enjoying the cool water. From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you can observe and photograph some of Africa's most recognizable faces.
Following a rewarding game drive, enjoy a picnic near the famed Hippo pool. An additional short game drive precedes our ascent from the crater. We depart towards Arusha, aiming to return by 5 pm, allowing flexibility for travel arrangements.