Visit 2 Parks – 4-Day Safari Options

Choose two incredible parks to explore from Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. If you're interested in canoeing or a walking safari, you can also start with Arusha National Park on day one. Accommodation options include lodges in Karatu for easy access to the parks or tented camps within the parks for a more immersive experience.

Example itinerary:

Days 1 & 2 – Tarangire | Days 3 & 4 – Lake Manyara (Return to Arusha on Day 4 late afternoon).

Days 1 to 3 – Serengeti (Fly in on Day 1 to save 5-6 hours of driving) | Day 4 – Ngorongoro Crater (Return to Arusha).

Day 1 – Lake Manyara | Day 2 – Fly to Serengeti | Days 3 & 4 – Serengeti (Fly back to Arusha on Day 4 late afternoon).

Visit 3 Parks (Excl. Serengeti)

If you prefer a rich wildlife experience with less time spent on long drives, this itinerary is perfect for you. Instead of visiting Serengeti, you’ll explore three diverse parks, each offering unique landscapes and wildlife encounters. For a cultural touch, we can also arrange visits to an authentic Maasai village or the Hadzabe bushmen.

Example itinerary:

Day 1 – Arusha to Lake Manyara.

Day 2 – Descend into Ngorongoro Crater (Overnight in Karatu).

Day 3 – Explore Tarangire (Overnight inside the park).

Day 4 – Morning game drive in Tarangire, then return to Arusha.

Visit 3 Parks (Incl. Serengeti)

This special itinerary is designed to witness the Great Migration during the calving season, which takes place from late December to early March. For an alternative experience, you can swap Lake Manyara for Tarangire National Park, or opt for a fly-in to Serengeti on Day 1 to maximize your time in the wild.

Example itinerary:

Day 1 – Arusha to Lake Manyara.

Day 2 – Lake Manyara to Ndutu (South Serengeti).

Day 3 – Full day in Ndutu (Prime spot for the Great Migration).

Day 4 – Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Arusha.

4 Days in Serengeti

For travelers who want to fully immerse themselves in the Serengeti within a short timeframe, a fly-in safari is the most convenient option. This itinerary maximizes your time in one of the world’s most famous national parks, offering an exclusive and unforgettable wildlife experience. You can choose from a range of tented camps, tailored to your budget and positioned along the Great Migration route.

Example itinerary:

Day 1 – Fly into Serengeti, start your safari upon arrival.

Days 2 & 3 – Full-day game drives, following the migration and spotting the Big Five.

Day 4 – Fly back to Arusha or Zanzibar.