DAY 00: ARRIVAL DAY

Kilimanjaro Region - Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, you will be greeted with a warm Tanzanian welcome. Your safari adventure begins with our dedicated driver-guide and a safari vehicle ready to assist you. After helping with your luggage, you’ll be offered refreshing bottled mineral water. Enjoy a scenic 45–50-minute transfer to your carefully chosen lodge or hotel in Arusha, where you can relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and have a restful night. Before leaving you to unwind, your knowledgeable driver-guide will provide an engaging briefing about the exciting safari experiences ahead. Your stay includes dinner and breakfast.

DAY 01: EMBARK TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK FOR GAME DRIVES

Tarangire National Park - As the sun rises over the African landscape, enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel. Your expert guide will then assist with your luggage and safari-packed lunches for the day. Embark on a 2.5-hour journey to Tarangire National Park, a vast 2,850-square-kilometer sanctuary featuring Combretum woodland, Acacia woodland, and iconic baobab trees. Here, you’ll encounter magnificent herds of African elephants, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, gazelles, hartebeests, and playful warthogs grazing beneath acacia trees or gathering along the serene riverbanks. Keep your camera ready for regal lions, wily hyenas, formidable buffaloes, and a colorful array of birds during exhilarating game drives. Lunch will be served at a scenic spot within the park, followed by more game drives en route to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

DAY 02: TRANSIT SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK VIA NGORONGORO AREA

Serengeti National Park - At 8:00 AM, after a hearty breakfast, your adventure continues as you embark on a captivating journey to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Traverse lush forest trails, then emerge at the breathtaking crater viewpoint, offering an enchanting glimpse of the crater’s splendor. Here, amidst this stunning landscape, you’ll encounter a diverse array of wildlife and vibrant birdlife. You have the option to pause for a cultural immersion at a Maasai boma or visit Olduvai Gorge, where Dr. Leakey and Mary Leakey made pioneering discoveries about early human history. Lunch awaits at Naabi Gate, followed by an exhilarating en route game drive leading you to your chosen lodge or camp, where a delightful dinner and peaceful night’s rest await. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

DAY 03: FULL DAY GAME DRIVES IN CENTRAL SERENGETI

Serengeti National Park - Embrace a full day of adventure in Serengeti National Park, where the African wilderness awakens in all its grandeur. As dawn breaks, the savannah’s enchantment unfolds, revealing prides of lions on the prowl, herds of zebras and wildebeests in mesmerizing synchrony, and the vibrant chorus of exotic birds filling the air. The thundering hooves of the Great Migration resonate as nature’s symphony plays out before your eyes. Elusive leopards may grace your journey, and towering elephants roam freely in this untamed paradise. As you navigate the rugged terrain, the untamed spirit of the wild captures your heart, etching indelible memories against the canvas of Serengeti’s endless horizons, making this day an epic chapter in your African odyssey. Lunch will be served to you at the picnic spot, and your day is completed by further en route game drives back to your lodge or camp for a delightful dinner, and overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

DAY 04: EN ROUTE GAME DRIVES CENTRAL TO NORTH SERENGETI

Serengeti National Park - Savor a sumptuous breakfast amid this untamed beauty. Then, set forth on an enthralling journey, tracing the epic migration of wildebeest in the park’s northern reaches. Today offers yet another splendid opportunity to bask in the awe-inspiring vistas of the landscape and witness a profusion of wildlife and avian wonders. Your midday reprieve unfolds with lunch served at a picturesque picnic spot, followed by continued exploration through game drives as you make your way back to your lodge or camp. There, you can indulge in a refreshing shower, rest, and relish a delectable dinner before retiring for the night.

DAY 05-06: WILDEBEEST MIGRATION GAME DRIVES IN THE NORTHERN SERENGETI

DAY 07: EN ROUTE GAME DRIVES NORTH TO CENTRAL SERENGETI

Serengeti National Park - Begin your day with the first light, savoring a morning coffee before embarking on an early game drive, catching the wilderness at its most vibrant. Upon returning to camp, indulge in a hearty full breakfast, taking a moment to recharge. Bid farewell to the camp’s dedicated staff and set off with packed lunches for another thrilling wildlife adventure en route to central Serengeti. Pause at a picturesque picnic site to enjoy your midday meal, then resume your exploration of this unparalleled safari haven with its remarkable offerings. As the day draws to a close, arrive at your lodge or camp, check-in, relish a refreshing shower, savor a delightful dinner, and settle in for the night’s restorative sleep.

DAY 08: NGORONGORO CRATER TOUR TO KARATU

Ngorongoro Conservation Area - In the morning following a hearty breakfast, your journey continues as you descend into the crater’s floor for a day filled with wonderful game drives. Ngorongoro crater is a vast, pristine volcanic caldera, spanning over 102 square miles, encircled by towering 2,000-foot-high walls. Within this natural haven reside rare and endangered black rhinoceros, black-backed jackals, hippos, regal secretary birds, graceful ostriches, formidable buffaloes, wildebeests, ibis’ stocks, starlings, majestic lions, gentle elephants, kori bustards, elegant crane birds, cunning hyenas, fleet-footed gazelles, playful baboons, sturdy warthogs, stately elands, leopards, vultures, sand grouse, and a myriad of other captivating creatures. After an exhilarating day of game drives and a delightful lunch, you’ll ascend the crater walls and drive to Karatu for dinner, and overnight at the camp.

DAY 10: CULTURAL TOUR WITH THE HADZABE TRIBE IN LAKE EYASI TO ARUSHA

Lake Eyasi - In the morning, and after breakfast, set out on an enthralling cultural odyssey to Lake Eyasi. Here, an immersive encounter awaits with the Hadzabe people, an indigenous group inhabiting the central rift valley of Lake Eyasi. Among the last vestiges of Tanzanian tribes leading a primitive, unadulterated lifestyle, the Hadzabe’s unique existence shares striking parallels with the Kalahari Bushmen. Their survival hinges upon traditional hunting and foraging for wild fruits, forming the essence of their daily routine. Delve into their rich history, time-honored customs, and sacred traditions, both theoretically and through hands-on experience, as the welcoming Hadzabe generously share their cultural treasures. Later, enjoy a picturesque drive to back to Arusha for dinner, and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 11: AIRPORT DEPARTURE DAY

Kilimanjaro International Airport - Today offers a leisurely pace, tailored to your flight schedule. When the time aligns with your departure plans, our team will collect you from your hotel and provide a comfortable drive to the airport for your onward flight.

• Return airport transfers in private car
• Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4WD Land Cruiser with photographic roof
• Cultural excursions in Lake Eyasi
• Accommodation, and meals as per Itinerary
• All parks entry, and concession fees as per itinerary
• 3 ltrs of Mineral drinking water per person per day
• 24/7 Office Assistance
• Picnic lunches where applicable
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Coffee and tea

• Flight tickets
• Items of Personal nature.
• Gratuities for safari guide
• Travel insurance
• Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for Americans & Irish Passport Holders- to be paid upon arrival)
• drinks and beverages in hotel, lodges and camps
• Any other not specified in the program.

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Serengeti’s Great Wildebeest Migration, a spectacle beyond imagination. This luxurious 11-day safari combines the excitement of observing vast herds of wildebeests and zebras in their epic migration with enriching cultural experiences that connect you with the indigenous Hadzabe tribe. Each day, as the sun paints the African sky with vibrant colors, enjoy lavish breakfasts at carefully selected accommodations, setting the stage for an adventure of unmatched grandeur. With expert guides leading the way, be captivated by the rhythmic movements of the herds, the primal drama of predator-prey interactions, and the sheer scale of nature’s masterpiece. An optional hot air balloon safari offers a unique perspective, while your encounter with the Hadzabe tribe provides a deep cultural connection. Evenings are a blend of gourmet dining and peaceful nights in luxurious lodges and camps.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.