Northern Tanzania
Ndutu & the endless plains
From the hidden gem of Arusha National Park to the wildebeest calving grounds of Ndutu, and the wildlife‑rich central Serengeti — a journey designed for those who seek both intimacy and the great migration.
A deeper, unhurried exploration
Thirteen days that begin with the quiet beauty of Arusha National Park, then move through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Five full days in the Serengeti ecosystem — including three in the southern Ndutu area, the heart of the calving season.
Arusha
— safari gateway
Met at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your Arusha hotel. The adventure begins with a gentle immersion into Tanzanian warmth.
Arusha National Park
Game drives, optional canoeing on Momella Lake, and a 1.5‑hour walking safari with an armed guard. Elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and hippos against the backdrop of Mount Meru.
Tarangire
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobabs. Afternoon game drive. Overnight at the lodge.
Tarangire full day
Another full day to explore the park’s rich biodiversity – from elephant herds to predators and over 500 bird species. Lunch at the lodge or as a picnic.
Lake Manyara / Mto wa Mbu
Option 1: Game drive in Manyara – tree‑climbing lions, elephants, hippos. Option 2: Cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu – banana plantations, walking with traditional healers. Then drive to Ngorongoro.
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the world’s largest intact caldera. Grassland, Lerai forest, soda lake – home to 25,000+ mammals including rhino, lion, buffalo, and flamingos. Picnic lunch.
Ndutu Plains
En-route game drive to Southern Serengeti. Afternoon exploration of Ndutu, the calving grounds of the great migration (December‑March).
Ndutu – Southern Serengeti
Three full days in the wildebeest migration breeding site. Millions of wildebeest, zebra, and the predators that follow. Picnic lunches on the plains. An immersive wildlife spectacle.
Central Serengeti
Two full days in the Seronera area. Lions on kopjes, leopards in acacia, and the largest concentration of plains game in Africa. Abundant birdlife and predator action.
Departure
Morning game drive, then transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha. Lunch and day room in Arusha, then transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your 8:00 pm flight home.
— the journey ends, but the story remains —
✓ Price includes
- — All park fees & crater service fees
- — Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- — Professional English‑speaking guide
- — Full board accommodation (B,L,D as per itinerary)
- — Bottled water during game drives
- — Scheduled flight Serengeti–Arusha
- — Airport transfers on day 1 & day 13
✕ Price does not include
- — International flights & travel insurance
- — Visa fees (50‑100 USD)
- — Tips for guide, lodge staff, porters
- — Alcoholic drinks, laundry, personal expenses
- — Optional canoeing / cultural tour fees
- — Olduvai Gorge visit (optional)
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