8 Days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a Wanderwort Safaris representative will welcome you and transfer you to your luxury lodge in Arusha. Relax and unwind after your journey, enjoying the serene gardens or spa facilities, while preparing for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation Options: Arusha Coffee Lodge, Gran Meliá Arusha, Elewana Arusha Safari Lodge

Meals: (Dinner)

Day 2: Transfer to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, take a scenic flight or drive to the Serengeti. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, where vast plains dotted with acacia trees stretch endlessly. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon safari in Central Serengeti, renowned for its resident predators and abundant wildlife. As the sun sets, return to your camp for a luxurious evening under the stars.

Accommodation Options: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Full Day in Central Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the Central Serengeti, where wildlife is abundant year-round. Morning and afternoon game drives provide opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and buffalo. For an exclusive experience, consider a hot-air balloon safari at dawn, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Return to your lodge for relaxation and gourmet dining.

Accommodation Options: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Transfer to Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, continue your adventure northward to the Mara River region, where the Great Migration unfolds during certain seasons. Enjoy a game drive en route, spotting wildlife along the journey. In the evening, settle into your luxury camp with sweeping views of the northern plains or the riverbanks.

Accommodation Options: Sayari Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge, Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Full Day Northern Serengeti

Dedicate the day to exploring the Northern Serengeti, following the herds as they gather near the Mara River. Witness dramatic river crossings if in season, or simply enjoy the abundance of wildlife that thrives in this pristine wilderness. Return to your lodge for a sundowner and a fine dining experience under lantern-lit skies.

Accommodation Options: Sayari Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge, Mara Mara Tented Lodge

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge perched on the rim of the crater, offering one of the most spectacular views in Africa. Spend the evening relaxing with uninterrupted vistas of the crater floor as the sun sets.

Accommodation Options: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, The Highlands Ngorongoro, Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7: Full Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most biodiverse natural habitats on earth. This natural amphitheater is home to lions, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before continuing your exploration of this unique ecosystem. In the evening, return to your lodge for a farewell dinner overlooking the crater.

Accommodation Options: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, The Highlands Ngorongoro, Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8: Transfer to Arusha – Departure

Enjoy breakfast with a final view of the crater before departing for Arusha. Upon arrival, enjoy a farewell lunch and day room at a luxury lodge before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your outbound flight.

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)