Wilderness Insights Safaris

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$1,576 pp (USD)

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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 JRO Airport to Arusha

Arrival JRO Airport to 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.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Ahadi 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 Arusha National Park

Arusha to Arusha National Park

Depart from your hotel after breakfast for a short drive to Arusha National Park, a hidden treasure boasting remarkable diverse ecosystems. The park features the spectacular Momella Lakes, the rugged Mount Meru, and the breathtaking Ngurdoto Crater, providing a stunning backdrop for your first day of wildlife viewing.
​You will enjoy an immersive game drive where you can spot unique black-and-white colobus monkeys, zebras, giraffes, and elegant leopards. Depending on the itinerary preference, a guided walking safari can be arranged here to experience the African bush on foot before returning to Arusha for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Accommodation:
Ahadi Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Travel from Arusha in the morning toward Tarangire National Park, a magnificent wildlife sanctuary famous for its dense elephant populations and massive, ancient baobab trees. The park's landscape is beautifully shaped by the Tarangire River, which serves as a crucial permanent water source that pulls thousands of animals to its banks.
​Enjoy an extensive afternoon game drive tracking large herds of elephants, migratory wildebeests, zebras, and clever predators like lions and leopards. After an exciting day of wildlife encounters and a scenic picnic lunch inside the park, you will head to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight rest.

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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater

Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater

Set off early in the morning to descend 600 meters down into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, an unbroken volcanic caldera hosting a dense concentration of wild animals. This spectacular destination functions as a self-contained ecosystem, offering exceptional wildlife viewing across open savannas, lush forests, and shimmering soda lakes.
​Spend the day exploring the crater floor with remarkably high chances of witnessing the legendary Big Five, including the rare and endangered black rhino. You will enjoy a memorable picnic lunch near the lively hippo pool before ascending the crater walls later in the afternoon to check into your lodge 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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Manyara to Arusha Overnight

Lake Manyara to Arusha Overnight

Explore Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful and vibrant reserve nestled directly at the foot of the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park is characterized by its massive, shimmering soda lake which covers a large area, alongside unique groundwater forests, rich acacia woodlands, and swampy floodplains.
​You will enjoy a game drive searching the tree canopies for the park's legendary tree-climbing lions, observing large social troops of olive baboons, and admiring thousands of bright pink flamingos feeding along the lakeshore. After a picnic lunch, you will drive back to Arusha for dinner and your final overnight stay.

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:
Ahadi Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Arusha to Arusha Airport/ JRO

Arusha to Arusha Airport/ JRO

Enjoy a relaxed morning breakfast at your lodge in Arusha town, taking your time to pack your bags and reflect on the incredible wildlife experiences and beautiful memories you have gathered over the past six days.
​Depending on your specific flight schedule, your professional guide will transfer you safely to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport for your onward journey, domestic flight to Zanzibar, or international flight back home.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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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