Tarangire National Park

The Morning Departure Your expedition begins at 7:00 am. Following a fresh breakfast, we depart for a 2-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, the "Land of Giants." A Primal Wilderness Upon arrival, we enter a landscape dominated by ancient Baobabs and Tanzania’s largest elephant herds. Spend the morning tracking wildlife before pausing for a curated picnic lunch. Enjoy your meal at a scenic vantage point with panoramic views of the Tarangire River. Immersive Exploration The afternoon is dedicated to a deeper exploration of the park. As the midday crowds thin, the wilderness becomes more intimate, offering spectacular opportunities for sightings in the quiet of the bush. Evening at Jungle Pearl Resort As the day draws to a close, we head to Jungle Pearl Resort. Nestled on the bed of Lake Manyara, this boutique lodge offers a unique integration of lush jungle and savannah. Enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and relax in this peaceful sanctuary as you prepare for the days ahead.

Serengeti National Park

The Highland Ascent After a fresh breakfast, we depart between 8:45 and 9:00 am. Our journey begins with a climb to the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint. We will pause for 20 minutes to soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of the ancient caldera before descending toward the vast plains. Into the Serengeti We arrive at the Serengeti’s Naabi Gate in time for lunch. This is the entrance to Tanzania’s oldest park, a massive 1.5-million-hectare wilderness and home to the Great Migration. After a brief stretch, we dive into the "endless plains" for an immersive afternoon game drive. Sunset in the Wild As the golden hour approaches, enjoy a sunset game drive while heading to Nakupenda Luxury Camp. Witness the predators of the Serengeti stir to life as the sun dips below the horizon.

Serengeti National Park

We rise with the sun for an early morning game drive. This is the most dramatic hour in the Serengeti, as nocturnal predators like lions conclude their nightly hunts and the plains stir to life. After witnessing the first light over the savannah, we return to the camp for a fresh, leisurely breakfast. The Transit Expedition By midday, we reach Naabi Gate for a refined picnic lunch. From here, we begin a transit game drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This journey offers a final look at the endless plains before the landscape shifts into the lush, rolling highlands. Evening in the Highlands We arrive at our destination in the early evening, perfectly timed for a golden sunset over the crater rim. Enjoy a warm dinner and the quiet sounds of the high-altitude wilderness as you settle in for the night. Optional Upgrade: Enhance your experience by staying at the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge for unparalleled, panoramic views of the Crater floor from your room.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Your expedition begins between 6:30 and 7:00 am as we descend into the heart of the Ngorongoro Crater. By arriving at first light, we maximize our opportunity to encounter the critically endangered black rhino in the quiet of the morning. The Natural Amphitheater From the comfort of our open-roof 4x4 Land Cruiser, you will explore this 600-meter-deep caldera—a self-contained wilderness often described as a natural sanctuary. The landscape is a masterpiece of changing colors and seasonal beauty, offering a wildlife density found nowhere else in Tanzania. Lunch at the Hippo Pool Midday, we pause for a refined picnic lunch by the famous hippo pool. Enjoy your meal while observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, surrounded by the towering walls of the crater. The Return to Arusha Following an immersive 7- to 8-hour game drive, we begin our scenic ascent and journey back to Arusha. Your guide will provide a private drop-off at your selected accommodation.