5 Days 4 Nights Serengeti Marathon & Wildlife Escape

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport with a warm airport reception and a scenic drive to Arusha. Settle into your chosen lodge and enjoy a welcome dinner followed by a personalized briefing on the days ahead. Evening at leisure to unwind at your selected accommodation option for a relaxed dinner and overnight stay.

Depart early for a breathtaking journey through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands en route to Serengeti National Park. Pause along the way for cultural immersion or scenic stops. On arrival enjoy an afternoon safari across the central plains with opportunities to see lions, elephants and giraffes. Experience the Serengeti as it lights up at sunset and return to your chosen accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Rise early and transfer to Ndabaka Gate to take part in the Serengeti Safari Marathon. Choose from several race distances and run through acacia dotted landscapes with wildlife and local supporters. After the race enjoy a celebratory gathering with music and storytelling, then return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight rest.

Full day game drive across Seronera Valley visiting Retina Hippo Pool and iconic kopjes with opportunities for close encounters with big cats elephants and other wildlife. Pause midday for a picnic lunch in the bush then continue exploring until dusk. Options such as a sundowner or fireside storytelling are available before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Return to Arusha with two options: a leisurely drive after breakfast with cultural stops at curio shops artisan markets or coffee estates for souvenirs and reflection, or an early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive spotting rhinos lions and flamingos followed by a picnic lunch and transit to Arusha by late afternoon. Guests may extend their stay in Arusha for additional rest cultural exploration or wellness experiences or opt for a direct transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.