Serengeti & Ngorongoro Classic Safari
"The quintessential African wilderness journey: tracking the Big Five across the boundless Serengeti plains and descending 600 meters into the volcanic wonder of the Ngorongoro Caldera."
About This African Adventure
Embark on an iconic 6-day expedition traversing Northern Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife havens. Starting from Arusha, you will travel through the scenic Rift Valley into the ancient volcanic caldera of Ngorongoro—home to endangered black rhinos and massive lion prides. Then, journey into the boundless plains of the Serengeti for thrilling dawn and dusk game drives, tracking cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and migratory wildebeest herds.
Key Wildlife Highlights
Complete Expedition Itinerary
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Morning briefing and drive to Tarangire for game drive among massive elephant herds.
Tarangire to Central Serengeti
Drive through the Rift Valley into the heart of Serengeti with afternoon game drive.
Full Day Serengeti Game Drive
Sunrise to sunset tracking big cats and wildebeest migration.
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
En-route game viewing followed by panoramic sunset on the crater rim.
Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari
600-meter descent to track black rhinos and lake flamingos.
Karatu to Arusha Return
Scenic return drive to Arusha with souvenir shopping stopover.
What Is Included
- Dedicated professional English-speaking safari guide
- Customized 4x4 Land Cruiser with charging sockets & pop-up roof
- All National Park entrance and conservation fees
- Ngorongoro Crater vehicle transit & descent fees
- Full board safari accommodation and all meals
- Unlimited bottled mineral water on all game drives
Not Included
- International flights & airport visas
- Tips for guide ($20/day) and camp crew
- Travel insurance
• Zero upfront payment required to submit dates
• Free date modifications up to 30 days before
• Guaranteed departure once dates are confirmed
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