Begin your married life with a romantic 5-day safari that starts and ends in Arusha, blending adventure with elegance. Your journey opens in Tarangire National Park, where large elephant herds roam beneath ancient baobab trees. From there you head to the iconic Central Serengeti, with its endless plains and big cats, before moving on to the magical Ndutu plains during calving season, usually between December and March. Thousands of wildebeest and zebra give birth here, and predators are never far behind, making for dramatic wildlife encounters. A highlight of the trip is a hot-air balloon ride, where you soar silently over the savannah as the morning light spreads across the plains.
You then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a spectacular volcanic caldera that shelters one of Africa’s densest concentrations of wildlife, before returning to Arusha. It’s a perfect blend of romance, adventure, and elegance, made for two.
Life on Safari
Your safari begins as our professional guide picks you up from your lodge in Arusha with a private 4×4 safari Jeep. Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a thrilling game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
After breakfast, depart Mto wa Mbu and drive across the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying scenic views and wildlife along the way. Continue into the heart of the Serengeti, renowned for its endless plains and abundant wildlife. Arrive in the Central Serengeti for an afternoon game drive before settling at your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Land of Nature Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Soar above the endless plains of the Serengeti on a breathtaking sunrise hot-air balloon ride. Drift peacefully as the golden light reveals herds of wildebeest, elephants, and giraffes below. Capture stunning views and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience, followed by a champagne breakfast in the wild, an unforgettable highlight of your honeymoon safari. Then, continue with thrilling game drives across Central Serengeti, exploring its rich wildlife and dramatic landscapes.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Witness the magic of the Ndutu migration, where over half a million wildebeest gather on the southern Serengeti plains to give birth. Between January and March, thousands of calves are born daily, attracting predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. This calving season offers dramatic wildlife encounters, breathtaking photography opportunities, and a rare chance to experience the raw circle of life in one of Africa’s most iconic settings.
Main Destination: Southern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Safari Haven Migration Camp
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will drive from Southern Serengeti (Ndutu) to the Ngorongoro Crater.
When you first see the Ngorongoro Crater, it looks like a forgotten world. Concealed by the steep volcanic walls is a pristine wilderness including sweeping savannah, pockets of acacia woodland, and glistening lakes and swamps. The crater was created when a large volcano exploded and collapsed 2 to 3 million years ago.
The drive down into the crater is an adventure in itself, and when you reach the crater floor, you quickly find yourself amongst large numbers of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and more than 500 bird species. The crater provides you with the best chance of seeing the endangered black rhino, which can sometimes be spotted in the open grasslands.
After spending a full afternoon exploring the Ngorongoro Crater, you will drive to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off directly at your accommodation in Arusha, where you can relax and unwind after your safari.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: No accomodation (End of tour)
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included)
High demand: This safari books 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season (June–October).
- All national park entrance fees and conservation levies
- Accommodation as specified
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Soft drinks and bottled water (minimum 3 litres per person per day)
- Transportation in a custom 4×4 safari jeep with pop-up viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Expert English-speaking guide/driver (15+ years Tanzania experience)
- Vehicle inverter for device charging, FM radio communications, electric cooler and filtered water
- Government taxes and VAT
- Tips for guides and cook (guideline: $10–15/day guide, $5–8/day cook)
- International and domestic flights
- Additional accomodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tanzania e-visa ($50 USD)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Hot-air balloon safari in Serengeti ($600/person add-on)
- Personal purchases, laundry and phone calls
- Alcoholic beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Note: We have a discount for kids under 15 years old
"Our guide Emmanuel was incredible — he spotted a leopard and two lion cubs that three other vehicles completely missed. The most magical experience of our lives."
"The private setup meant we could spend 45 minutes with a cheetah and cubs without feeling rushed. The lodges were far beyond what we expected."
"As first-time safari travelers, we were nervous. From the moment we arrived, Serengeti African Tours took care of everything. The Ngorongoro Crater literally took our breath away."
"Booked through SafariBookings and couldn't be happier. Every detail was handled perfectly. Guide Abouh is extraordinary — his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic."
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