Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival and Tarangire National Park

   • Meet your private safari guide and vehicle for a warm welcome.

   • Receive a short safari briefing in Arusha before departure.

   • Drive approximately 2 to 3 hours to Tarangire National Park.

   • Enter the park and begin your first afternoon game drive.

   • Observe large elephant herds, baobab trees, and wildlife along the Tarangire River.

   • Check in at your luxury lodge and enjoy dinner and relaxation.

2. Day 2: Transfer to Serengeti National Park

   • Eat breakfast at the lodge and prepare for a scenic drive.

   • Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with panoramic views.

   • Enjoy wildlife sightings en route before reaching the Serengeti.

   • Arrive in the Seronera region, rich with year-round wildlife.

   • Embark on an afternoon game drive in central Serengeti.

   • Spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, and other big cats near the Seronera River.

   • Settle into your luxury tented camp or lodge in the Serengeti.

3. Day 3: Balloon Safari and Full-Day Game Drives

   • Wake before dawn for a spectacular hot air balloon safari over the plains.

   • Float silently over the Serengeti as the sun rises.

   • Land and enjoy a traditional champagne breakfast in the bush.

   • Continue with full-day game drives in the Serengeti ecosystem.

   • Track the Big Five and follow the Great Migration (seasonally dependent).

   • Return to your lodge for dinner and storytelling under the stars.

   • Highlight: View the Serengeti from above and celebrate with champagne in the wild.

   • Note: Estimated balloon safari cost is USD 550 per person.

4. Day 4: More Serengeti Exploration

   • Begin the day with an early breakfast.

   • Spend a full day on extended game drives across various Serengeti regions.

   • Tailor your day with your guide based on recent wildlife activity.

   • Visit different habitats for diverse photographic and animal behavior opportunities.

   • Enjoy meals and rest at your luxury lodge or camp.

5. Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

   • Eat breakfast and check out from your Serengeti lodge.

   • Drive approximately 3 to 4 hours to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

   • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

   • Explore the crater floor, home to the Big Five and many other species.

   • Search for black rhinos, lions, buffaloes, and elephants in this natural sanctuary.

   • Ascend to the crater rim and settle into a luxury lodge with stunning views.

6. Day 6: Departure

   • Wake up to a final breakfast overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater.

   • Choose to relax or take an optional short walk or cultural visit, time permitting.

   • Depart for Arusha with a 3 to 4-hour scenic drive.

   • Arrive in Arusha for lunch or refreshments (if time allows).

   • Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) for your outbound flight.