Serengeti Essence Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

You’ll be picked up early in the morning from your lodge to begin a scenic journey to Tarangire National Park, carrying packed lunch boxes for the day. Known for its impressive concentration of elephants, Tarangire offers a classic safari experience across a landscape of open savannah, seasonal swamps, and ancient baobab trees. As the Tarangire River winds its way through the park, you may encounter a lion stalking its prey or a leopard lounging in the trees above. After an exciting day of game viewing, you’ll be driven back to your lodge to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart for Serengeti National Park, enjoying game drives along the way as you journey through the breathtaking landscapes. Upon entering the park, you’ll stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the Serengeti. The adventure continues with an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge. Known for its iconic Great Migration, the Serengeti’s vast plains are home to massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope. Keep your eyes open for resident predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, often spotted on the hunt or resting under the shade. By evening, you’ll arrive at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

You’ll wake up early for a magical morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, the best time to witness predators in action and wildlife at its most active. After a hearty breakfast back at the lodge, you’ll continue exploring the Serengeti’s endless plains before departing in the afternoon toward Karatu. Your accommodation for the night is located near the Ngorongoro Crater, offering a peaceful retreat and a perfect base for the next day’s adventure. The following morning, you’ll descend into the crater early — when wildlife activity is at its peak — for an unforgettable final safari experience.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

After breakfast, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This vast, unbroken caldera — the largest of its kind in the world — is home to an incredible density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino.

After exploring this natural wonder and enjoying a picnic lunch, you’ll begin the journey back to Arusha, where your unforgettable safari adventure comes to an end.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Serengeti Essence Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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