Part of our tiered Collection series, this “Discovery” package is the entry point — Tanzania’s three essential parks at a comfortable but not extended pace, for travellers who want the classic circuit done properly without the extra days of our Signature or Premier tiers.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, then a drive to Tarangire National Park.
Arrive Kilimanjaro, Transfer to Tarangire
Accommodation Options
BudgetTarangire Sopa Lodge
Mid-rangeTarangire River Camp
LuxuryOliver’s Camp
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
A morning game drive, then a drive to the Serengeti via the Ngorongoro highlands.
Full Day Tarangire Game Drives, Transfer to Serengeti
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeSerengeti Serena Safari Lodge
LuxuryFour Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
A full day across the plains for lion, leopard, elephant and, seasonally, the Great Migration.
Full Day Serengeti Game Drives
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
A further day exploring different sectors of the park.
Second Serengeti Game Drive Day
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
A drive to the crater rim via the Serengeti’s southern plains.
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeNgorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
LuxuryNgorongoro Crater Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
A full day descended onto the crater floor among lion, elephant and black rhino.
Ngorongoro Crater Floor Game Drive
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
A leisurely drive back down to Arusha, with the afternoon free to relax or shop for curios.
Transfer to Arusha, Free Time
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeHatari Lodge
LuxuryRivertrees Country Inn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward international flight.
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Permits & Costs
| Tarangire & Serengeti park entry | ~$60–$82 per person per day |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area fee | ~$70 per person per day, plus crater descent |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers wanting our entry-level Collection tier — the essential circuit, unhurried, without extending into a longer trip.Tour Includes
- All ground transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Park entry & crater descent fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Visas
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance