Your 7-Day Serengeti Journey
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Your African adventure begins as you step off the plane at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Our representative meets you and arranges your transfer to a comfortable lodge in Arusha. After settling in, we'll conduct a detailed briefing about your upcoming safari, covering logistics, wildlife information, and what to expect. Overnight in Arusha with time to rest before the journey ahead.
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, we drive northwest towards Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's hidden gems. The scenic drive takes you through changing landscapes of acacia woodlands and baobab-dotted plains. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge and embark on an afternoon game drive. Tarangire is world-renowned for its massive elephant populations and ancient baobab trees — some over 1,000 years old. Watch these gentle giants gather around the Tarangire River, and scan for lions, giraffes, and numerous bird species. The park's diverse ecosystem comes alive in the golden afternoon light.
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Tarangire to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Depart Tarangire and journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, we visit a traditional Maasai boma (village) to meet the pastoralists who have called these highlands home for centuries. Learn about their culture, see their distinctive red clothing and beaded jewellery, and witness a way of life that remains largely unchanged. Late afternoon, we arrive at the crater rim and settle into your lodge positioned on the edge of this geological marvel. As the sun sets, the light bathes the crater floor in gold and amber — a breathtaking sight you'll never forget.
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge (Crater Rim)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater Full Day Exploration
This is your chance to explore one of Africa's greatest natural wonders. After an early breakfast, we descend the 600-metre crater wall into the crater floor — a 19-kilometre-wide caldera that acts as a natural zoo. The ecosystem is remarkably dense: you'll encounter elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and lions all within a compact area. Remarkably, it's possible to see the Big Five in a single day here. Our guides will navigate the crater floor seeking optimal wildlife viewing. We enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor, surrounded by the amphitheatre of cliffs above. Afternoon game drive to spot more wildlife before ascending the crater wall at day's end.
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge (Crater Rim)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti
Today you cross the threshold into the endless Serengeti plains. We drive north and west, gradually leaving the highland forests behind and entering the golden grasslands of the Serengeti ecosystem. The landscape becomes increasingly open and wild. Upon arrival in the Central Serengeti (Seronera area), you'll feel the scale and majesty of this 30,000-square-kilometre park. Settle into your comfortable tented camp, which provides the authentic safari experience while maintaining comfort and safety. Afternoon game drive in the Seronera region, known as big cat territory — lions, leopards, and cheetahs are frequently seen here.
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Full Day in the Serengeti
This day is dedicated entirely to experiencing the Serengeti's raw wildlife drama. Depending on the season, you may witness the migration herds — over two million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle on their epic annual journey. If timing aligns with the migration's presence in the Serengeti, we'll focus on this spectacle. We'll explore the Mara River area, where dramatic river crossings occur as herds attempt to reach fresh grazing grounds. Alternatively, we'll focus on predator-prey interactions, witnessed from ideal vantage points. Full-day game drives allow deep immersion in the Serengeti's ecosystem. Your guide reads wildlife signs, locates predators, and positions you for optimal viewing. The Serengeti's vastness and the intensity of life here are experiences that transcend description.
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Serengeti & Departure
We begin with an early morning game drive, a magical time when predators are most active and light is perfect for wildlife viewing. Watch the savannah come alive as lions stir from their night's rest and birds wake to greet the dawn. Mid-morning, we return to camp and prepare for your bush breakfast — a special safari tradition where you'll dine in nature, often with views of the plains stretching to the horizon. After breakfast, we travel to the Seronera airstrip for your light aircraft departure back to Arusha. From the air, the Serengeti's vastness is even more apparent. You'll depart with unforgettable memories and a profound connection to Africa's wild heart.
Accommodation: N/A
Meals: Breakfast, Bush Breakfast
What's Included
- Daily guided game drives in all national parks and conservation areas
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) throughout the safari
- Accommodation in luxury lodges and tented camps
- Airport transfers from/to Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Professional English-speaking guide throughout the safari
- 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for optimal viewing
- All park entrance fees and conservation fees
- Cultural visit to Maasai boma
- Light aircraft transfer from Serengeti to Arusha (Day 7)
What's Not Included
- International flights to/from Tanzania
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Visa fees for Tanzania (if applicable)
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, phone calls, items of a personal nature)
- Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) during meals
- Spa treatments or activities not listed in the itinerary
- Optional activities (hot air balloon rides, bush dinners)
Safari Highlights
