Wilderness Insights 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

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Program of the day:

When you arrive at Arusha or Kilimanjaro (JRO) Airport, our transfer guide will greet you with a warm welcome. From there, you’ll be escorted to your lodge where you can unwind and settle in. Take the evening to relax and prepare for the start of your safari. Enjoy an overnight stay before setting off on your unforgettable adventure the next day.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gold Crest Hotel Arusha
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha – Tarangire

Arusha – Tarangire

Program of the day:

At 8:00 AM, your guide will pick you up with a packed lunch ready for the day. The journey takes you to Tarangire National Park, where after registration at the gate, you’ll set off on a thrilling game drive. Keep your eyes open for Tarangire’s famous elephant herds and towering baobab trees. By evening, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight rest.

Along the way, you may also encounter zebras, impalas, lions, cheetahs, leopards, and a variety of other wildlife roaming freely across the park.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3-4

Full days in Central Serengeti

Full days in Central Serengeti

Program of the day:

After enjoying breakfast, we head out to the Central Serengeti, stopping at Naabi Hill Gate for registration before entering the park. Your journey unfolds across the endless plains, where you’ll encounter the Big Five along with a wide variety of other animals. As the sun sets, take in the breathtaking views during an evening game drive, then return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. The following day is reserved for a full-day safari experience in the park.

The Seronera region, located at the very heart of the Serengeti, is renowned for its dense wildlife population, including lions, leopards, elephants, and many more species.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Safari View Luxury Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Program of the day:

After breakfast, with your lunch box ready, we set off toward the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive. Descend into this breathtaking caldera and witness an incredible variety of wildlife, including the famous Big Five. Following the day’s adventure, you will be transferred to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Known as “Africa’s Garden of Eden,” the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Tanzania’s most iconic natural treasures.

Formed over 2.5 million years ago by the collapse of a massive volcano the size of Mount Kilimanjaro, it now shelters an extraordinary concentration of wildlife within its lush, enclosed ecosystem.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Lake Manyara – Arusha/Jro Airport

Lake Manyara – Arusha/Jro Airport

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we head to Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting game drive. Keep watch for the park’s iconic tree-climbing lions, impressive elephant herds, and the diverse bird species that thrive around the shimmering lake. After exploring, we continue to Arusha or Kilimanjaro (JRO) Airport, marking the end of your safari adventure.

Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake in northern Tanzania, is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. The park is home to lush groundwater forests, grassy plains, and natural hot springs. Seasonal rainfall influences the size of the lake, which attracts large flocks of flamingos and offers the rare chance to see lions resting in trees.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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