CIRCLE OF LIFE

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CIRCLE OF LIFE
Tanzania
Jun 1 - 9, 2027
Group size: 6 - 12
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$3,900
Deposit: $1,000

About this trip

Witness one of Earth’s greatest wildlife spectacles in the iconic Serengeti — home to the legendary Great Migration, celebrated as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

Endless golden plains stretch to the horizon, alive with vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle moving in an ancient rhythm across volcanic grasslands and open savannah. Dramatic river crossings bring heart-pounding moments, where formidable Nile crocodile lie in wait beneath the surface.

This extraordinary migration also draws Africa’s most renowned predators. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and crocodiles follow closely behind, creating some of the most thrilling safari encounters on the continent.

From sweeping plains and rocky kopjes to winding rivers and acacia woodlands, every landscape tells a story. Visit the right place at the right season, and you’ll witness breathtaking scenes of survival, instinct, and raw natural beauty — an unforgettable safari experience in the heart of Africa.

What's included

meet and greet

transportation

All transport and game drives will be in a private 4x4 safari land cruiser with pop up roof for game viewing

accomodations

Full board accommodation whilst on safari

meals

all park fees

Village Visiting

Maasai, Adzabe and Datoga Village visiting

photo and video

private guides

What's not included

Visa

$50-100 upon arrival

tips for guides

flight to Tanzania

drinks in hotels

DAY 1

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ARRIVE IN ARUSHA , TANZANIA

Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport and step straight into adventure. Our friendly representative will welcome you on arrival, assist with your luggage, and escort you to your private safari vehicle.

Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink before a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Arusha with your French-speaking guide. At your hotel, relax, receive your safari briefing, and settle in for the night on half-board — delicious buffet meals, hot showers, and tea and coffee at your leisure.

Your African journey begins here.

DAY 2

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TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast in Arusha, set off at 7:30 AM for an unforgettable adventure in Tarangire National Park.

Over the next three hours, the landscape transforms into sweeping grasslands, iconic baobabs, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Spend the day on an exciting game drive in search of massive elephant herds, eland, oryx, wildebeest, zebra, hartebeest, and gazelle. Look skyward for magnificent raptors like the bateleur and martial eagle soaring above the savannah.

At midday, relax beneath a shaded acacia tree and enjoy a hot picnic lunch served with wine, tea, and coffee in the heart of the wild.

As the sun sets, return to camp for a warm welcome dinner — the perfect end to your first true safari day.

DAY 3

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SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK | SEARCHING THE VAST PLAINS

After an early breakfast, depart at 7:30 AM for the legendary Serengeti National Park — a 4-hour journey through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, spot zebras, antelopes, giraffes, and perhaps buffalo hidden in the bush.

Experience authentic Maasai culture with a visit to a traditional village. Welcomed by vibrant songs and dances, watch the famous warrior jumping ceremony and step inside their handcrafted homes to discover their unique way of life.

Enjoy a hot picnic lunch with wine and champagne, set atop a scenic kopje or beneath acacia trees in the heart of the wilderness.

Then continue into the endless Serengeti plains — one of the world’s oldest ecosystems and home to extraordinary wildlife, including lions, leopards, and hyenas. Depending on the season, you may even witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration.

As the equatorial sun sets, raise a cocktail during a magical sundowner and soak in the true spirit of Afric

DAY 4

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WESTERN SERENGETI

Early in the morning, around 7:30 am after breakfast at your accommodation, we will head directly to the Western Serengeti corridor, known as the Grumeti, to follow the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras accompanied by antelope. From May to July, the wildebeest gather in this area, and the spectacular crossing of the Grumeti River can be witnessed. At the end of July, they migrate north into the Serengeti.

After the afternoon game drive, your driver will take you to a pleasant spot under an acacia tree for a picnic lunch. A hot lunch will be served, along with a bottle of wine and hot water for coffee. After a delicious hot lunch, you will continue your game drive until late afternoon. Around 5:00 pm, you will return to your hotel.

DAY 5

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WESTERN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

Early in the morning, after breakfast around 7:30 am at your lodge, we will begin our full day game drive safari in the Western Serengeti, following the Great Migration. You will spend the entire day in the Western Serengeti observing wildlife and, with a bit of luck, you may witness the crossing of the Grumeti River, as well as crocodiles hunting their prey. After a long afternoon game drive, your driver-guide will take you to a pleasant spot under the acacia trees for lunch, which will be served with a bottle of wine and soft drinks. You can enjoy the magnificent views of the vast Serengeti National Park. After lunch, you will continue your game drive one last time before returning to your camp around 5:00 pm for dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 6

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WHERE THE "BIG FIVE" ROAM

Early in the morning, around 7:30 am, after your breakfast, we depart for the Central Serengeti for a full-day safari. The Serengeti is Tanzania's oldest and most popular national park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is renowned for its Great Migration, when some six million hooves sweep across the plains: over 200,000 zebras and 300,000 Thomson's gazelles join the wildebeest in search of fresh grazing land. Even outside of this period, the Serengeti offers exceptional game drives: huge herds of buffalo, groups of elephants and giraffes, as well as thousands of eland, topi, kongoni, impala, and Grant's gazelles. After the afternoon game drive, your driver will take you to a pleasant spot under an acacia tree for a picnic lunch. A hot lunch will be served, along with a bottle of wine and hot water for coffee. After a delicious hot lunch, you will continue your safari until late afternoon. Around 5:00 PM, you will return to your hotel.

The Serengeti National Park is renowned for its abundant wildlife, including its "Big Five," named for the five most prized trophies for hunters:

Lion: The Serengeti is home to the largest lion population in Africa, partly due to the abundance of prey. More than 3,000 lions live in this ecosystem.

Leopard: These elusive predators are frequently seen in the Seronera area but are found throughout the national park, with a population of approximately 1,000 individuals.

Elephant: Herds are recovering from the low populations of the 1980s, caused by poaching, and are found mainly in the northern parts of the park.

Elephant Buffalo: Considered by many to be the most dangerous of the Big Five, it is believed to be responsible for the highest number of hunter deaths. Wounded animals are known to ambush and attack their pursuers. Rhinoceros: This term can refer to both the black and white rhinoceros. Among Big Five hunters, the black rhinoceros is the preferred target, although it is now critically endangered.

DAY 7

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NGORONGORO CRATER | AMPHITHEATER OF ANIMALS

After breakfast at 7:30 AM, drive 1.5 hours to the gates of the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable full-day safari.

From the rim, the vast 20-km-wide caldera opens beneath you before you descend into one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich landscapes. Often called the best place in East Africa to see the Big Five, the crater is home to over 25,000 animals — including lions, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, vibrant birdlife, and the rare black rhino.

Pause midday for a hot picnic lunch under acacia trees near the hippo pool, served with wine, tea, and coffee in the heart of the wild.

An extraordinary day in one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations.

DAY 8

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LAKE EYASI

After breakfast, journey 2.5 hours to the remote shores of Lake Eyasi for a truly authentic cultural encounter.

Join the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes for a real hunting experience — not a performance, but a glimpse into a way of life that has endured for centuries. Walk silently alongside the Hadzabe as they demonstrate traditional tracking skills, survival techniques, and the use of handmade tools. Discover medicinal plants, local farming practices, and the deep connection these communities share with nature.

Birdlife and wildlife can also be spotted around the lake during guided walks.

After your immersive experience, relax under acacia trees for a hot lunch served with wine, soft drinks, and fresh coffee — a perfect close to an extraordinary cultural adventure.

DAY 9

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ARUSHA TOWN – DEPARTURE TO KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIPORT

Enjoy some final moments of relaxation at your hotel before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

Map of the trip locations

A. Tanzania

Tanzania

About your organizer

Founded by award-winning filmmaker Katrin York, Outland Expeditions turns the planet’s rawest landscapes into living stories. From East Africa’s migrating herds to Alaska’s icy frontiers and Iceland’s volcanic wonders, every journey is a cinematic adventure you live, not just witness.

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