Sandpiper 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

Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will meet with a Sandpiper Safari representative. After a short introduction and briefing, you will be driven to your accommodations in Arusha for relaxation and an overnight stay as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Forest Hill Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located near Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Depart after breakfast and drive straight to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire National Park covers an undulating area of 2,600 km² between the Maasai Steppe to the southeast and the lakes of the Great Rift Valley to the northwest. It is renowned for its massive elephant herds, iconic baobab and acacia trees, and the Tarangire River, which is the main water source in the park during the dry season. More than 500 migrating bird species can be found here.

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:
Baghayo Garden Suites
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Tarangire National Park - Northern Serengeti National Park

Tarangire National Park - Northern Serengeti National Park

Depart after breakfast from your accommodations in Karatu and drive to the northern Serengeti, transiting through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This remote and untouched part of Serengeti National Park is located near the Mara River, close to the Kenyan border. The area is rich in wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, and cheetahs, and offers a peaceful safari experience with fewer crowds and stunning landscapes.

Main Destination:
Northern 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:
Mara Under Canvas
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

The Northern Serengeti is a remote and untouched region known for its breathtaking landscapes and the dramatic scenes of the Great Migration. From July to October, vast herds of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, creating one of nature’s most thrilling spectacles. The area is rich with wildlife year-round, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and crocodiles, set against rolling hills and scattered acacia trees, offering a truly wild and exclusive safari experience.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mara Under Canvas
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

The Central Serengeti, known as the heart of Serengeti National Park, is famous for its abundant wildlife and year-round game viewing. Characterized by vast open plains, acacia woodlands, and the Seronera River Valley, it attracts large numbers of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. This region is also a key area to witness the Great Migration as herds of wildebeest and zebras pass through, making it one of the most rewarding safari destinations in Tanzania.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
ThornTree Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater

After an early morning breakfast in the Central Serengeti, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend into the crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtaking natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Tanzania. Formed from a collapsed volcano, it is home to an incredible variety of wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, and flamingos, all thriving within its lush, enclosed ecosystem. Often called “Africa’s Garden of Eden,” the crater offers some of the most scenic and rewarding safari experiences.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Country Lodge Karatu
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater - Lake Manyara National Park

Ngorongoro Crater - Lake Manyara National Park

Enjoy breakfast at your accommodations in Karatu, then set off for Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. The park is popular for its tree-climbing lions and diverse wildlife including elephants, giraffes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and baboons. It is also home to over 500 bird species, including eagles, kingfishers, and pelicans. The groundwater forest shelters blue monkeys and baboons. In the afternoon, you will depart for Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport.

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)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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