Dates

16 – 26 January 2027

Duration

11 Days / 10 Nights

Per person

US$6,935

Group

5 guests in 1 vehicle

Journey from Arusha to "Elephants Paradise" (Tarangire), through the Ngorongoro Crater — the "eighth wonder of the world" — and on to Ndutu to witness the beginning of the Great Migration: the birthing of the wildebeest. From mid-January to mid-February, over 300,000 calves are born in a 4–8 week window, set against the ever-present drama of predators. This is raw, pure survival of the fittest.

Arusha • Tarangire • Eyasi • Ngorongoro • Ndutu • Central Serengeti

Day by day

Day 1

Step into Africa: Arusha, the Safari Gateway of Northern Tanzania

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer 40–45 minutes to Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge, a restored century-old farmhouse at the foothills of Mount Meru. A long-standing Miguu favourite.

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge — 2 nights, Half Board

Day 2

Discovering Colorful Arusha

A relaxing day at your own pace: local markets, the Cultural Heritage Centre, the Maasai Market, or the pool and spa at Ngare Sero. Optional visit to the Serval Wildlife Sanctuary.

Day 3

From Arusha to "Elephants Paradise" - Tarangire National Park

Drive (~3 hrs) to Tarangire National Park for a game drive among baobab-dotted plains and Tanzania's largest elephant population.

Katikati Tented Lodge, Tarangire — 1 night, Full Board

Day 4

Exploring Tarangire – Drive to Karatu

A half-day game drive and bush picnic in Tarangire, then the drive (~3 hrs) to Karatu in the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Maasailand Coffee Lodge, Karatu — 2 nights, Full Board

Day 5

Speaking with Clicks – Meeting the Hadza and Datoga Tribes

Drive (~1.5hrs) to meet the Hadzabe hunter-gatherer tribe and the Datoga blacksmiths, before returning to the lodge for a late lunch.

Maasailand Coffee Lodge, Karatu — Full Board

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater to Ndutu, South Serengeti

A 40-minute drive to Ngorongoro and a stunning 1 hour drive to the crater floor followed by a 3–4 hour game drive — Ngorongoro is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has Africa's highest density of predators, with a chance of spotting black rhinos — followed by a picnic lunch and the 2-hour scenic drive on to Ndutu.

Lake Masek Tented Lodge, Ndutu — Full Board

Days 7–8

Two Full Days of Ndutu Wildlife & Exploration

A relaxed pace with morning and afternoon game drives across Ndutu's plains and shoreline, watching newborn calves and their herds, with strong chances of lions, cheetahs, and hyenas — and possibly the Ndutu Pride of over 23 lions. Four prides range across the area.

Lake Masek Tented Lodge, Ndutu — Full Board

Day 9

From Ndutu to the Serengeti's Heartland – Central Serengeti

A 4–5 hour game drive north through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Central Serengeti with a picnic lunch en route, arriving to settle into your tented suite and dinner under the stars.

KubuKubu Tented Lodge, Central Serengeti — Full Board

Day 10

Exploring Central Serengeti – Tracking the Black Rhino with Rangers

An exclusive Black Rhino Tracking excursion in the Moru Kopjes, then a full day across the golden plains for lions, cheetahs, and elephants — including a stop at "Pride Rock", Disney’s setting for the Lion King.

KubuKubu Tented Lodge, Central Serengeti — Full Board

Day 11

Farewell Tanzania – Flight to Arusha and Onward to JRO

A short flight from Seronera Airstrip to Arusha, then lunch and browsing for arts and crafts at the Cultural Heritage Centre before transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. You may decide to spend an optional night in Arusha before flying home.

Your camps

Ngare Sero Mountain LodgeKatikati Tented LodgeMaasailand Coffee LodgeLake Masek Tented LodgeKubuKubu Tented Lodge

What's included

All accommodations as listed above
Domestic flights as indicated above
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Airport transfers
Safari drives in a 4x4 vehicle
Meals as per itinerary (Full Board or Bed & Breakfast)
Park fees and taxes
Great photography, IG moments and Joy!

eVisa fees ($50/person)
Optional activities (see below)
Tips & gratuities
Personal shopping expenses
International flights

Optional add-ons

Extra night in Arusha for a soft landing, with time to visit the Serval Wildlife Center
Serval Wildlife Lodge, Arusha — pet and feed giraffe, zebra, eland, kudu, white lions and serval cats, $120/person + $150/vehicle transfer + cost of lunch in Serval
Private videographer for the group — $1,200
Hot Air Balloon Safari & Champagne Brunch — $600/person

What to expect

Predator sightings (lions, cheetahs, leopards) are strong and resident wildlife is abundant — the birthing of the wildebeest migration, mostly around Ndutu, is the season's signature spectacle.
Photography conditions are outstanding: dramatic skies, green landscapes, fewer crowds, and active predators.
Part of the short dry / light green season — warm days (25–30°C), cooler nights especially in the highlands (10–15°C), with occasional light showers but generally excellent game viewing.
Early mornings and long transit drives are part of the rhythm — dawn and dusk offer the best game viewing.
Dust is a fact of safari life, so bring a face mask and camera protection.

Payment terms

10% upon confirmation; 10% 60 days after confirmation; 40% 90 days before the safari; 40% 30 days before the safari. Bank details are provided on confirmation.