Day-by-Day ItineraryDay 1: Welcome to Tanzania!
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a friendly Keva Tours and Travel representative will be waiting to welcome you. You will be transferred to your comfortable hotel in Arusha to relax, recover from your flight, and enjoy a briefing about your upcoming safari adventure.
Overnight in Arusha.Day 2: Tarangire National Park – The Land of Giants
After breakfast, your journey begins with a drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its massive herds of elephants and striking, ancient baobab trees, Tarangire is a spectacular introduction to the African bush. Enjoy a full-day game drive spotting giraffes, zebras, and big cats before heading to your lodge for dinner under the stars.
Overnight near Tarangire or Karatu.Day 3: Journey to the Endless Plains of the Serengeti
Today, you head into the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive itself is a scenic adventure, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands before the landscape opens up into the "endless plains." You will enjoy a thrilling afternoon game drive as you head toward your camp, keeping your eyes peeled for cheetahs resting on termite mounds and lions lazing in the tall grass.
Overnight in the Serengeti.Day 4: Full Day in the Serengeti – Tracking the Migration
Wake up early for a full day of exploration in the Serengeti. Depending on the time of year, your expert guide will take you to the best locations to witness the Great Migration—whether it’s the dramatic river crossings in the north or the calving season in the south. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.
Overnight in the Serengeti.Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, capturing photos of any wildlife you may have missed. After lunch, you will slowly make your way out of the park and drive toward the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. The evening is yours to relax at your lodge, enjoying spectacular views of the caldera below and preparing for tomorrow’s adventure.
Overnight on the Ngorongoro Crater Rim.Day 6: The Wonders of the Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable half-day game drive. This unique ecosystem is teeming with wildlife and is one of the best places in Africa to spot the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before ascending the crater walls in the afternoon and heading to your lodge for a final celebratory dinner.
Overnight in Karatu.Day 7: Return to Arusha & Departure
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making the scenic drive back to Arusha. Depending on your schedule, you will have time for some souvenir shopping or a hot lunch in town. Your guide will then transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home, or assist you in catching a flight to Zanzibar if you are extending your trip to the beach!