Rafiki Tembo Tours and 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 to Tarangire

Arusha to Tarangire

Our guide will meet you and give a short safari briefing before departing Arusha for a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park’s vast landscapes and along the Tarangire River, where you may encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife. In the afternoon, continue to Manyara’s Secret Lodge, your elegant retreat with breathtaking views of Lake Manyara, perfect for relaxation after a thrilling day in the wild.

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:
Manyara's Secret Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Transfer to Serengeti Natinal Park

Transfer to Serengeti Natinal Park

After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti National Park, traveling via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills, lush forests, and Maasai villages along the way. As you descend into the vast Serengeti plains, the landscape transforms into open savannah teeming with wildlife zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest grazing under the endless sky. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, then head to Nyota Luxury Camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Serengeti.

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:
Nyota Luxury Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Game Drive in Serengeti National Park and Transfer to Ngorongoro

Game Drive in Serengeti National Park and Transfer to Ngorongoro

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the magnificent Serengeti National Park, where you may spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest roaming the endless plains. Capture the beauty of the Serengeti one last time before beginning your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Pass through scenic landscapes and Maasai villages as you ascend to the highlands. Arrive at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge in the afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay with stunning views of the surrounding hills.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife havens. Explore the lush crater floor, home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and the rare black rhino, all set against dramatic volcanic walls. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery, then continue your wildlife exploration in the afternoon. Return in the evening to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on a day immersed in nature’s extraordinary beauty.

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:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Lake Eyasi Park/ Transfer to Arusha

Lake Eyasi Park/ Transfer to Arusha

After breakfast, depart for Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe and Datoga communities. Spend the morning exploring the cultural richness of the area, visiting local villages and learning about traditional hunting, gathering, and beadwork practices. Experience an authentic glimpse of life in this remote region while surrounded by stunning landscapes. After your cultural visit, begin the scenic drive back to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon to be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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