Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Start your adventure with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its incredible elephant herds and towering baobab trees. Spend the afternoon on a game drive, spotting wildlife like giraffes, zebras, and lions. Stay overnight in a lodge or camp near the park.
Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Ndutu
After breakfast, head towards the Lake Ndutu area, located in the southern Serengeti ecosystem. The area is famous for the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather. Enjoy an afternoon game drive as you witness this wildlife spectacle, and stay overnight in a lodge or tented camp near Lake Ndutu.
Day 3: Lake Ndutu Exploration
Spend the day in Lake Ndutu’s fertile plains, known for incredible predator sightings and the presence of grazing herds during the migration. Expect to see lions, cheetahs, and leopards on the hunt. Return to your accommodation for a restful evening.
Day 4: Lake Ndutu to Serengeti National Park
Travel to Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world. Enjoy a game drive in the Serengeti’s vast plains, looking for lions, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Settle into your lodge or camp for the evening.
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Experience a full day of game viewing in Serengeti, with opportunities to see the Big Five, including rhinos, lions, leopards, and elephants. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras move through the park. Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its abundant wildlife. Descend into the crater for a full day of game viewing, including the possibility of seeing the Big Five, along with flamingos and other bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to the crater rim and staying overnight near Ngorongoro.
Day 7: Ngorongoro to Lake Eyasi
After breakfast, drive to Lake Eyasi for a unique cultural experience with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Join the Hadzabe for a traditional hunt and learn about their way of life. Visit the Datoga tribe and explore their blacksmithing skills. Stay overnight near Lake Eyasi, experiencing its peaceful surroundings.
Day 8: Lake Eyasi to Lake Manyara National Park
Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to spot tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and elephants. Enjoy game drives through the park's varied habitats, including its lakeshore, acacia woodlands, and groundwater forests. Overnight near Lake Manyara.
Day 9: Lake Manyara to Arusha
After breakfast, enjoy one last game drive in Lake Manyara National Park before departing for Arusha. You’ll have the afternoon to relax or visit local markets, with an overnight stay in Arusha or near the airport.
Day 10: Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your incredible 10-day safari.