5-Day Ecstatic Tanzanian Mid-Range Safari.

Activity: Early morning departure (6:00 AM) from Arusha for a scenic drive to Serengeti (approx. 6 hours). Afternoon game drive upon arrival.

Expected Sightings: Venture into the heart of Africa’s most iconic wilderness, where endless golden plains stretch under vast blue skies. Spot stealthy predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards on the prowl. Marvel at the elegance of giraffes nibbling from tall acacia trees, and enjoy watching elephants meander across the savannah. Keep your eyes peeled for rare sightings of caracals, servals, and the elusive bat-eared fox.

Picnic Lunch: Naabi Hill Gate (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM).

Evening Accommodation Options:

• Mid-Range: Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp

Activity: Full-day game drive exploring various regions of the Serengeti with a packed lunch.

Expected Sightings: Traverse landscapes dotted with kopjes (rocky outcrops) where lions bask in the sun. Watch hippos wallowing in shimmering pools and crocodiles lurking by the riverside. Every corner reveals new wonders, from playful hyena cubs to majestic secretary birds striding through the grasslands. You might also spot colonies of mongoose, troops of baboons, and the brilliant flash of lilac-breasted rollers in flight.

Picnic Lunch: Serengeti Picnic Site (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM).

Evening Accommodation: Same as Day 1.

Activity: Early morning game drive (6:30 AM), followed by breakfast and a transfer to Ngorongoro with en-route wildlife spotting.

Expected Sightings: As dawn breaks, catch predators finishing their nighttime hunt, or witness elephants gathering at waterholes. On the journey toward Ngorongoro, expect to see giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species grazing freely on the open plains.

Picnic Lunch: En route to Ngorongoro (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM).

Evening Accommodation Option:

• Mid-Range: Ngorongoro Farm House

Activity: Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, followed by an afternoon transfer to Arusha National Park (approx. 3 hours).

Expected Sightings: Encounter Africa’s Big Five in the world's largest unbroken caldera. Watch flamingos decorate shimmering lakes, lions laze in the sun, and endangered black rhinos roam free. The crater floor offers an ecosystem unlike any other, alive with drama and beauty at every turn.

Picnic Lunch: Hippo Pool picnic site (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM).

Evening Accommodation Option:

• Mid-Range: African View Lodge

Activity: Early morning walking safari or canoeing in Arusha National Park (7:00 AM). Afternoon city tour of Arusha, visiting cultural landmarks and local markets.

Expected Sightings: Marvel at Mount Meru’s towering peak as you walk among giraffes, zebras, and buffalo in the shadow of ancient fig trees. Bird enthusiasts will love the array of colorful species, including the striking Hartlaub’s turaco. Later, immerse yourself in Arusha’s vibrant city life—exploring Maasai markets, museums, and sampling delicious Tanzanian cuisine.

Picnic Lunch: Lake Momella (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM).

Afternoon: Return to your hotel or transfer to the airport by 5:00 PM, marking the end of the safari.