Arrival in Karatu

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where you’ll be met and transferred to Karatu, a charming town located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey offers scenic views of the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge and relax after your travels.

• Accommodation: Karatu Lodge
• Meals: Dinner

Karatu to Central Serengeti

On the morning of Day 2, after breakfast, head out on a scenic drive to the Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy the stunning landscapes and keep an eye out for wildlife en route. Arrive in the Central Serengeti, one of the best areas to witness the Great Migration. Over the next two days, you’ll embark on thrilling game drives to witness herds of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals making their way across the plains. Central Serengeti offers excellent opportunities for predator sightings, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

• Activities: Morning and afternoon game drives.

Activities of day 2 are extended to day 3

Northern Serengeti

After breakfast on Day 4, depart for the Northern Serengeti, a prime area to observe the dramatic river crossings of the Great Migration, especially during the peak season (July-October). In Northern Serengeti, you’ll explore the region’s rugged terrain and riverine landscapes, home to thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River. Game drives will focus on the herds, as well as other wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, and an array of bird species. You may also be fortunate enough to witness predators hunting along the riverbanks.

• Activities: Early morning and afternoon game drives, including possible river crossings if the timing is right.

Activities of day 4 are extended to day 5

 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

After a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, depart for the Ngorongoro Highlands, where the stunning Ngorongoro Crater awaits. Enjoy a scenic drive through the highlands, passing lush farmland and forested landscapes. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your lodge with views of the crater and the surrounding highlands. Relax in the afternoon and prepare for the next day’s adventures.

• Activities: Scenic drive and afternoon at leisure.

 Ngorongoro Crater

Today, explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the best places in Africa for game viewing. This extinct volcanic caldera is home to a dense concentration of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, lions, elephants, and buffalo. Spend the day on a game drive within the crater, exploring its diverse habitats—open grasslands, forests, and freshwater lakes. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before continuing the afternoon game drive.

• Activities: Full day game drive within the crater.