This 5-day journey offers a compact yet rich wildlife experience, featuring the majestic baobabs of Tarangire, the predator-filled plains of Serengeti, and the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater. You’ll stay in fully serviced campsites, enjoy freshly prepared meals by our bush chef, and travel in a 4×4 with your expert Great African Wonders safari guide.
Early breakfast before embarking on a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive in Serengeti for an afternoon game drive, where you may spot lions, leopards, buffalo, and (seasonally) the Great Migration.
Overnight: Seronera Campsite (Central Serengeti)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti’s vast plains. Depending on the season, witness massive herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing rivers or grazing in the golden grasslands. Your guide will help you track predators and share insights into the Serengeti’s ecology.
Overnight: Seronera Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a morning game drive en route out of the Serengeti. Head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping for stunning views of the crater rim. Camp just outside or on the rim depending on availability, with dinner around the fire.
Overnight: Simba Campsite (Crater Rim)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s best wildlife areas. Spot rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos within the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera. After lunch inside the crater, return to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Inclusions
- All park and camping fees
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Accommodation in public campsites
- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping bags, mattress, chairs, tables)
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Dedicated bush chef and camp crew
- Daily meals as outlined
- Drinking water throughout safari
- Transfers to/from Arusha
Exclusions
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities (e.g., balloon safari)
- Tips for driver/guide and chef
- Personal items
A luxury safari offers exclusive, high-end experiences including stays at five-star lodges or tented camps, private game drives, fine dining, personal guides, and bespoke itineraries. Comfort, privacy, and personalized service are at the core of every moment.
Yes! Our luxury lodges and camps are carefully selected for their remote locations, offering the perfect blend of immersion in nature and upscale amenities like private decks, plunge pools, gourmet meals, and spa services.
Absolutely. Every journey with Great African Wonders is tailor-made to your preferences—whether you want a romantic escape, family adventure, photography-focused trip, or a combination of safari and beach.
Yes. Safety is our top priority. We partner only with trusted, licensed operators and use expert guides. Our vehicles are well-maintained, and all accommodations follow strict safety protocols.
The best months are from June to October for dry-season wildlife viewing and January to March for calving season in the Serengeti. Zanzibar is great year-round, with peak beach weather from June to February.
Yes. All luxury safaris include private airport transfers, and many itineraries feature fly-in safaris for maximum comfort and time efficiency. Helicopter transfers are available on request.
Typically:
- Luxury accommodations
- All meals and selected drinks
- Private game drives
- Balloon safaris (where specified)
- Internal flights and park fees
- Guided cultural tours
You’ll receive a detailed inclusion list upon booking.
Definitely. Our most popular itineraries end with a relaxing stay in Zanzibar, giving you the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.
Tipping is customary and always appreciated but not mandatory. We provide a tipping guideline in your pre-departure pack to help you navigate this gracefully.
Yes! From gluten-free and vegetarian diets to birthday and honeymoon surprises, we ensure every detail is perfect. Just let us know in advance.