6-Day Northern Tanzania

Following breakfast, we proceed towards the Serengeti National Park, traveling through the picturesque high altitude farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind us, we make our way into the core of untamed Africa – the Serengeti National Park – with its vast plains stretching as far as the eye can see. We proceed to the central part of the park, known as the Seronera area, which is among the park's richest wildlife habitats. This area features the Seronera River, an important water source that draws in wildlife representing most of the Serengeti's species.

Experience the unique opportunity to soar in a Hot Air Balloon over the Serengeti Plains, available at an additional cost with advance booking. Drift quietly above the waking wilderness, observing wildlife and taking in the breathtaking African landscape, across rivers and above numerous small villages.

After breakfast, we embark on a game viewing drive along the Sogore River Circuit, which loops through the plains south of the Seronera River, offering potential sightings of Lions, Thomson gazelles, topis, ostriches, and cheetahs. The Visitor Centre near the Serengeti Seronera Lodge and public campsites is a worthwhile stop following the morning game drive. This well-designed centre features interesting wildlife displays and a gift shop with informational leaflets and maps of the area.

Following breakfast at the lodge, we head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. We will pause at Olduvai Gorge, which has a history going back to the very beginning of time. It was in this location that anthropologists Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey found the skulls of 'Nutcracker Man' and 'Handy Man', both vital connections in the human evolution chain.

Following breakfast, we set off for Tarangire National Park. The park stretches along the Tarangire River and is largely comprised of low-lying hills on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Its natural vegetation predominantly features Acacia woodlands and giant African Baobab trees, with extensive swamp areas in the south. Both the river and the swamps serve as a magnet for wildlife during the dry season in Tanzania. Tarangire National Park is known for having some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. This African national park is also home to three rare species: the Greater Kudu, the Fringed-eared Oryx, and a few Ashy Starlings. Following a picnic lunch, we embark on an afternoon game drive.

We relish an early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, followed by breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, we'll head back to Arusha. Once we reach Arusha, we'll have lunch, marking the conclusion of our Tanzanian safari adventure. You'll be transported to your hotel, which concludes our safari services.