9 Days Safari (Mara River Crossing, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire Np, Serengeti Np, Arusha Np)

About This Tour

• Epic Mara River crossing, diverse wildlife, multiple parks.
• Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration and Mara River crossing (peak: July–October)
• Witness the Big Five in iconic parks
• Explore the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Discover the raw wilderness of Tarangire, famous for elephants & baobabs
• Encounter endless plains and predators in Central & Northern Serengeti
• Cultural exposure around Arusha town
• Intimate walking experience
• Ngorongoro Highlands
• Lake Natron
• local villages
• wildlife spotting on foot.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival – Arusha

• Pickup from airport, transfer to lodge
• Briefing and rest

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

• Full-day game drive
• Expect to see elephants, lions, baobab landscapes
• Overnight near Tarangire

Day 3: Drive to Central Serengeti via Ngorongoro

• Scenic route through the Rift Valley
• Game en-route, chances to see giraffes, zebras
• Afternoon game drive in Seronera region (big cats)

Day 4: Central Serengeti – Full-Day Safari

• Explore Seronera Valley (leopards, cheetahs, lions)
• Possible hot air balloon safari (extra cost)
• Overnight in Seronera

Day 5: Northern Serengeti – Drive/Game En Route

• Transfer to Mara region
• Game en route: wildebeest herds, crocodiles
• Overnight near the Mara River

Day 6: Northern Serengeti – Mara River Action

• Full-day safari near Mara River
• Expect to witness river crossings (Jul–Oct)
• Predators in action: lions, crocodiles, hyenas

Day 7: Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

• Morning drive, wildlife tracking
• Return toward Seronera, game en route

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Descent

• Descend into the crater
• Expect: black rhinos, hippos, elephants, flamingos
• Picnic lunch by the lake
• Overnight on crater rim or Karatu

Day 9: Return to Arusha – Cultural Option

• Optional visit to Maasai market or cultural stop
• Transfer to airport or hotel

Pricing:

High Season (July–October, December–February)

• 2 pax: Budget from $3,500 | Midrange from $4,150 | Luxury from $5,750
• 3 pax: Budget from $3,200 | Midrange from $3,900 | Luxury from $5,300
• 4 pax: Budget from $3,000 | Midrange from $3,650 | Luxury from $5,000
• 5 pax: Budget from $2,800 | Midrange from $3,400 | Luxury from $4,700

Mid Season (March, November)

• 2 pax: Budget from $3,200 | Midrange from $3,800 | Luxury from $5,300
• 3 pax: Budget from $2,950 | Midrange from $3,550 | Luxury from $4,900
• 4 pax: Budget from $2,750 | Midrange from $3,300 | Luxury from $4,600
• 5 pax: Budget from t $2,550 | Midrange from $3,050 | Luxury from $4,300

Low Season (April–May)

• 2 pax: Budget from $2,850 | Midrange from $3,400 | Luxury from $4,900
• 3 pax: Budget from $2,600 | Midrange from $3,100 | Luxury from $4,500
• 4 pax: Budget from $2,400 Midrange from $2,850 | Luxury from $4,200
• 5 pax: Budget from $2,250 | Midrange from $2,600 | Luxury from $3,900

Included

• All park entrance & conservation fees
• Accommodation (budget/midrange/luxury)
• Professional English-speaking safari guide
• 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
• All meals during safari
• Drinking water
• Crater service fee
• Transfers from/to airport
• Park fees,
• camping/lodges,
• meals,
• guide,
• water,
• transport

Excluded

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guide/driver ($15–$20/day recommended)
• Alcoholic & soft drinks
• Balloon safari (optional, ~$600/person)
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, etc.)