Overview
For travellers who want to see it all without feeling rushed anywhere, this twelve-day route takes in Arusha National Park’s Meru foothills, Tarangire’s elephants, Lake Manyara, an extended stay in the Serengeti positioned around the migration’s current location, and a finishing sweep through Ngorongoro Crater. Every park gets the time it deserves.
Trip Highlights
- Private driver-guide and flexible pacing
- Wildlife, landscapes and local encounters
- Thoughtful lodges and camps along the route
- Direct local support throughout your journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Arusha+
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to your lodge and a trip briefing with your guide.
Day 2Arusha National Park+
A day trip to Arusha National Park, in the shadow of Mount Meru, for giraffe, buffalo and the Momella Lakes.
Day 3Arusha to Tarangire+
Drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among elephant herds and baobabs.
Day 4Full Day in Tarangire+
A full day exploring the Tarangire River system, the park’s most reliable dry-season game viewing.
Day 5Tarangire to Lake Manyara+
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon game drive through forest, grassland and lakeshore.
Day 6Lake Manyara to the Serengeti+
Continue through the Ngorongoro highlands into the central Serengeti.
Day 7Full Day in the Central Serengeti+
A full day of game drives around the Seronera Valley, tracking resident predators.
Day 8Serengeti, Positioned to the Migration+
Relocate within the Serengeti toward the migration’s current position for the strongest game viewing of the season.
Day 9Full Day Following the Migration+
A full day tracking the herds and the predators that follow them.
Day 10Serengeti to Ngorongoro+
Drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the Olduvai Gorge viewpoint.
Day 11Ngorongoro Crater Floor+
A full day game drive on the crater floor, one of the most concentrated wildlife arenas on Earth.
Day 12Return to Arusha & Departure+
Drive back to Arusha for your onward flight.
Safari Pricing
From $4,280 โ request a tailored quote โ
What's Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports
- English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- Meals as specified (full board on safari)
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport and hotel transfers on arrival and departure
- International and domestic flights (unless noted)
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Route Map
Your Route ยท Tanzania
- Start Arusha National Park โ Meru foothills & Momella Lakes
- Tarangire National Park โ Elephant herds & baobabs
- Lake Manyara National Park โ Tree-climbing lions
- Serengeti National Park โ Extended, migration-positioned stay
- End Ngorongoro Crater โ Crater floor game drive
