Arrive in Arusha, the starting point for safaris in northern Tanzania. A driver will meet you at the airport and take you to your lodge. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for the adventure ahead. If time allows, explore Arusha town or visit a local market.

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The Tarangire River attracts a variety of animals, including lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a full-day game drive before heading to a nearby lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Head towards Lake Manyara National Park, home to tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos along the lake. Elephants, hippos, and baboons are commonly seen. A game drive through the park offers a mix of woodland, grassland, and swamps, making it a great place to observe different habitats. Stay overnight near the park.

Drive towards the Ndutu region, part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area but sharing the same ecosystem as the Serengeti. Ndutu is a prime location for the Great Migration from December to March when wildebeest give birth to thousands of calves. Spend the afternoon on a game drive before settling into your camp.

Spend two full days exploring the Ndutu plains, where wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles gather in large numbers. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas follow closely, taking advantage of the abundance of prey. Game drives focus on the migration herds and the dramatic wildlife interactions that unfold in this area.

Leave Ndutu and head deeper into Serengeti National Park. The central region, also known as Seronera, is famous for its resident wildlife, including leopards along the riverine forests. Spend the day tracking wildlife and enjoying the vast open plains of the Serengeti. Overnight at a lodge or tented camp in the park.

Early morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon and enjoy the stunning views of this natural wonder. Overnight stay near the crater, preparing for an early descent the next day.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. The crater floor has a mix of grasslands, swamps, and lakes, attracting a variety of animals. Enjoy a half-day game drive before heading back to Arusha for an overnight stay.

Depending on flight schedules, spend the morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your flight home. If time allows, visit cultural sites or markets in Arusha before departure.

This 10-day safari offers a mix of game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters, with a special focus on the Serengeti migration safari in Ndutu.