Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your comfortable hotel in Arusha. Settle in, enjoy dinner, and receive a detailed safari briefing as you prepare for the adventure ahead.

Overnight: Hotel in Arusha

Day 2: Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater Rim

After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through the scenic highlands of northern Tanzania. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy sweeping views from your lodge perched on the Crater rim. Spend the afternoon relaxing or photographing the spectacular landscape from your balcony.

Overnight: Safari Lodge on Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Day 3: Full Day in Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best wildlife-viewing destinations. Capture dramatic photos of rhinos, lions, elephants, flamingos, and more in this incredible natural amphitheater. Return to the lodge for sunset and dinner.

Overnight: Safari Lodge on Crater Rim

Day 4: Ngorongoro – Central Serengeti

Drive into the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, arriving in the Seronera region for lunch. Explore the open plains on an afternoon game drive, known for exceptional predator activity and dense wildlife populations.

Overnight: Tented Camp or Safari Lodge in Central Serengeti

Day 5: Full Day in Central Serengeti

Spend the day exploring Seronera Valley, tracking lions, cheetahs, leopards, and elephants. Your guide will position you for excellent wildlife photography opportunities and unforgettable sightings.

Overnight: Tented Camp or Safari Lodge in Central Serengeti

Day 6: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti (Mara Region)

After breakfast, continue north through the Serengeti, following the path of the Great Migration toward the Mara River. Enjoy lunch on arrival and an afternoon game drive in search of river crossings and predator-prey interactions.

Overnight: Tented Camp or Safari Lodge in Northern Serengeti

Day 7: Great Migration – Mara River Action

Spend the day in the Mara River area, one of the best places in Africa to witness the wildebeest crossing. With thousands of wildebeest and zebras braving the crocodile-infested waters, this is a true highlight for wildlife photography. Morning and afternoon game drives maximize your chances of witnessing the drama.

Overnight: Tented Camp or Safari Lodge in Northern Serengeti

Day 8: Northern Serengeti Game Drives

Another day in the northern Serengeti gives you ample opportunity to search for big cats, elephants, giraffes, and more migration moments. With light shifting through the golden grasslands, it’s a perfect canvas for photographers and nature lovers alike.

Overnight: Tented Camp or Safari Lodge in Northern Serengeti

Day 9: Fly Back to Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic bush flight back to Arusha. On arrival, transfer to a hotel for lunch and day-use rooms. Later in the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport for your international flight home — taking with you memories of an extraordinary African adventure.