7 Days Serena Experience to Serengeti Great Migration

We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha at 8:00 am and embark on a scenic 3-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a full-day game drive, exploring the park’s rich wildlife and landscapes. In the evening, we will take you to the Farm of Dreams Lodge for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay.

Tarangire National Park is located 115km from Arusha and spans 2,800km². The park is named after the Tarangire River, which provides water for wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, pythons, and a variety of tree species, most notably the iconic baobab trees.

After breakfast, we will head towards the lush highlands where the Iraqw people cultivate crops such as wheat, coffee, and corn. As we pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, we will stop to admire the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, a magnificent geological formation created by a volcanic eruption 3 million years ago.

Continuing on, we will travel to Serengeti National Park, arriving around midday. Serengeti, which means "endless plains" in the Maasai language, is the largest park in Tanzania, offering a variety of landscapes, including grasslands, swamps, lakes, savannahs, and mountains. Depending on the time of your visit, you may witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of migrating animals in search of food and water.

After an exciting game drive through the park, we will take you to the Serengeti Serena Lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

The entire day will be dedicated to thrilling game drives in Serengeti National Park. Known for its rich wildlife, Serengeti is home to a variety of animals, including impalas, buffaloes, crocodiles, and hippos. However, it is most famous for the annual migration of massive herds of zebras and wildebeest. The timing of the migration varies each year, depending on rainfall patterns. In November and December, the animals travel from the northern woodlands and hills to the southern grassy plains, and they return north during the rainy season from April to June.

In addition to the migrating herds, there is a chance to spot predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions, all of whom remain ever watchful for an opportunity.

After an exhilarating day of wildlife exploration, you will return to your accommodation for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge – A luxurious lodge located within the heart of Central Serengeti National Park.

After breakfast, you’ll head out for another exciting game drive in Serengeti National Park. This is your chance to potentially spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard—as you explore the park’s vast landscapes. The animals roam freely across the unfenced reserves, offering an unobstructed and immersive wildlife experience.

As you continue your journey, you will make your way to the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival at the crater's edge, you'll be treated to a stunning view of the upcoming adventure—sparkling streams, expansive grasslands, and countless animals that call this area home.

You will then settle in for the night at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, perched on the rim of the crater. As the sun sets, casting an orange glow over the landscape, you’ll enjoy a peaceful evening before resting for the night.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge – A luxurious lodge situated on the crater’s rim, offering panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater below.

The stunning sight of the sun rising over the crater's edge is a rewarding experience for early risers! After a hearty breakfast, you'll embark on an exciting drive down the rugged path into the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, often regarded as one of the Seven Wonders of Africa, was formed millions of years ago following a volcanic eruption. With a depth of 610 meters and spanning roughly 260 square kilometers, the crater is home to around 25,000 animals, making it one of the most remarkable ecosystems on Earth.

As you descend into the crater, you’ll encounter an abundance of wildlife, including wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and elephants, along with over 500 bird species. If you're lucky, you may spot the endangered black rhinos grazing in the tall grass. After your thrilling game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater, you will drive back to Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay at Arusha Serena Hotel.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Today marks the final day of your 7-day adventure through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. After breakfast, we will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure. Alternatively, if you'd like to extend your journey, you can choose to continue your travels with a relaxing beach holiday in Zanzibar.

The drop-off will be either at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, depending on your flight arrangements.

Main Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)