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

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly met by your professional safari guide. After a brief safari introduction and assistance with your luggage, you will enjoy a comfortable road transfer to your hotel in Arusha, passing through beautiful local scenery along the way.
​Spend the rest of your day relaxing at the property and recovering from your long flight. Please note that accommodation for tonight is booked on a bed and breakfast basis, giving you the flexibility to explore Arusha's local dining options or rest early to prepare for the exciting wildlife adventure starting tomorrow.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning for Tarangire National Park, a scenic wildlife gem famous for its iconic giant baobab trees and stunning savanna landscapes. This park features the magnificent Tarangire River, which acts as a vital permanent water source that draws an abundance of wildlife during the dry seasons.
​You will enjoy an extensive, action-packed game drive spotting Tanzania’s largest elephant herds, migratory wildebeests, zebras, and various predators. After a scenic picnic lunch overlooking the river, you will drive up the Great Rift Valley escarpment to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 3

Karatu to Serengeti Natioanal Park

Karatu to Serengeti Natioanal Park

After an early breakfast, you will depart Karatu and drive toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, crossing the stunning Ngorongoro Highlands. You will enter the Central Serengeti (Seronera valley), an area world-famous for its year-round abundance of wildlife, classic savanna scenery, and high concentration of big cats like lions and leopards.
​Enjoy an afternoon game drive exploring the central plains and searching the rocky kopjes for resting predators. After tracking diverse wildlife and enjoying a picnic lunch on the way, you will arrive at your safari camp or lodge in the central region for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 4

Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti

Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti

Depart the central region after breakfast and head north toward the remote Northern Serengeti plains. This spectacular region is characterized by rolling hills, open woodlands, and the famous Mara River, serving as the dramatic stage for the annual Great Migration and breathtaking river crossings.
​You will enjoy a scenic game drive as you travel north, keeping an eye out for massive columns of wildebeests and zebras, as well as resident crocodiles and large prides of lions. You will arrive at your northern safari camp in time for a rewarding dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp - Kogatende
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Spend the morning exploring the magnificent Northern Serengeti, taking advantage of an early game drive to look for active predators and dynamic wildlife movements along the borders. This area offers incredible photographic opportunities and a truly wild atmosphere that showcases the untamed spirit of the Serengeti.
​After a rewarding morning session and a picnic lunch, you will begin your game drive back toward the Central Serengeti. Returning south allows you to explore different loops of the park, track resident wildlife, and settle into your central camp or lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Classic View Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Depart the Central Serengeti early in the morning and drive toward the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, an unbroken volcanic caldera hosting over 25,000 large mammals. You will descend 600 meters down into this breathtaking crater floor, which offers a unique self-contained ecosystem where wildlife thrives year-round.
​Enjoy spectacular, up-close game viewing with exceptionally high chances of spotting the complete Big Five, including the rare and endangered black rhino. You will have a memorable picnic lunch by the scenic, hippo-filled pool before ascending the steep crater walls and heading to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 7

Lake Manyara National Park– Arusha/Jro Airport

Lake Manyara National Park– Arusha/Jro Airport

Explore Lake Manyara National Park, a diverse and beautiful sanctuary nestled directly at the base of the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park features a massive, shimmering soda lake that dominates the landscape, alongside lush groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and open grassy plains.
​Search the tree branches for the park’s legendary tree-climbing lions, observe large, lively troops of olive baboons, and admire colorful flocks of pink flamingos along the lakeshore. After a picnic lunch, you will drive back to Arusha or proceed directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight.

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)

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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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