Day 1: Tarangire National Park
Start your safari with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its dense elephant populations and scenic baobab-dotted landscapes. Spend the day on game drives, spotting lions, giraffes, and various bird species. After a picnic lunch, continue exploring the park before heading to your lodge or campsite near Tarangire for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Tarangire to Mara River Region
After breakfast, take a flight or drive to the northern Serengeti, focusing on the Mara River area. In the afternoon, enjoy a thrilling game drive, watching for dramatic river crossings where wildebeest and zebras navigate crocodile-filled waters during the Great Migration. Settle into your lodge or tented camp for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Full Day in Mara River Region
Spend the day exploring the Mara River area with morning and afternoon game drives. Witness the incredible drama of predator-prey interactions along the riverbanks and the surrounding plains. This region also offers sightings of lions, leopards, and elephants. Return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening.

Day 4: Full Day in Mara River Region
Dedicate another day to the wonders of the Mara River region. Depending on the season, watch for the wildebeest’s river crossings or explore nearby kopjes, home to predators like cheetahs and leopards. After a fulfilling day, enjoy dinner and a final night near the Mara River.

Day 5: Mara River to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, take a flight or drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, teeming with rhinos, lions, flamingos, and other wildlife. After a picnic lunch and more exploration, ascend the crater and return to Arusha, concluding your safari.