Itinerary Overview
Description
This is a captivating expedition that combines two of Tanzania’s most renowned wildlife destinations. This comprehensive itinerary offers an immersive safari experience, allowing you to explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and witness the awe-inspiring landscapes and abundant wildlife of the Serengeti.
The adventure begins with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. Descending into the caldera, you’ll be greeted by stunning views and an incredible concentration of wildlife. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to diverse animal species, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and an abundance of wildebeests and zebras. Prepare to be mesmerized by the sheer beauty and biodiversity of this unique ecosystem.
Next, you’ll venture into the vast plains of the Serengeti, a legendary wildlife haven famous for its annual wildebeest migration. Over the course of your stay, you’ll embark on thrilling game drives, led by experienced guides who will navigate the Serengeti’s expansive landscapes in search of incredible wildlife encounters. Witness lions lazing under acacia trees, herds of elephants meandering across the savannah, and graceful giraffes grazing on the grasslands. The Serengeti also offers an excellent chance to spot elusive predators such as leopards and cheetahs in action.
Throughout the safari, you’ll have the opportunity to stay in comfortable accommodations, ranging from tented camps to lodges, strategically located to offer breathtaking views and easy access to wildlife viewing areas. In the evenings, relax by the campfire, share stories, and gaze at the star-filled African sky, immersing yourself in the untamed beauty of the surroundings.
In summary, the 4-day, 3-night Ngorongoro Crater / Serengeti Safari Package promises an unforgettable journey into two of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. From the abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater to the expansive plains and remarkable wildebeest migration of the Serengeti, this safari offers an immersive experience that will leave you in awe of Africa’s natural wonders.
About The Tour
| Inclusions | Exclusions |
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| Arrival & Departure airport transfers complementary to all our clients. | Visas and related costs. |
| Transportation as per itinerary. | Personal Taxes. |
| Accommodation per itinerary or similar with a request to all our clients. | Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature. |
| Meals as per itinerary B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner. | International flights. |
| Services literate English driver/guide. | Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary like Balloon safari, Masai Village. |
| National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary. | |
| Excursions & activities as per itinerary with a request | |
| Recommended Mineral Water while on safari. |
Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
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Day : 1 Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater
Pick up from your hotel in Arusha at 8:00am for a drive to Ngorongoro crater for a full day of tracking game with your guide on the crater floor. You will break for your picnic lunch at the Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. All the big five may be seen. Other species encountered are cheetah, grant’s and Thompson’s gazelle, common zebra, wildbeest and the spotted hyena. Flamingos may also be seen at the Crater Lake. Overnight at the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or SIMBA Campsite.
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Day : 2 Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park
Leave ngorongoro after breakfast for Serengeti via Oldupai Gorge takes 3 to 4 hours. Olduvai Gorge is an archaeological site located in the eastern Serengeti plains, in which early human fossils were first discovered. It has an amazing landscape that resulted from the same tectonic forces that created the Great Rift Valley millions of years ago. Arrive in time for lunch after lunch proceed for afternoon game drive in this unique park to see the many animals, dinner and overnight at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or Serengeti Tortilis Camp.
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Day : 3 Serengeti National Park Full Day
Morning and afternoon game drive in the Serengeti with a lunch and leisure break at the lodge or campsite in the mid afternoon .The term ‘serengeti’ means endless plains in maasai language. In the central plains there are carnivores like, leopards, hyena and cheetah. This park is normally the scene of the annual migration of the wildebeest and zebras, which occurs between Serengeti and kenya’s maasai mara game reserve. Eagles, Flamingos, duck, geese, vultures are among the birds that can be seen in the park, dinner and overnight at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or Serengeti Tortilis Camp.
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Day : 4 Serengeti – Arusha
After breakfast leave the campsite or lodge for game viewing on your way out of Serengeti National park, drive to Arusha at your respective hotel or Airport.