Kilipath African Safari

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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, you’ll receive a warm Tanzanian welcome before being transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. If time permits, you may explore the city’s charming attractions from the fascinating Cultural Heritage Center and lively Maasai and local food markets to a peaceful canoeing experience on the scenic Lake Duluti.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Your safari adventure begins today! After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel around 8:00 a.m. and enjoy a scenic two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, your guide will complete the park formalities before you set off on an exciting 6–7 hour game drive.

As you explore, you’ll be greeted by Tarangire’s iconic landscape vast plains dotted with ancient baobab trees and home to some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. The park also hosts a rich diversity of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of colorful bird species.

Around midday, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot overlooking the Tarangire River, a vital lifeline for wildlife during the dry season. Afterward, continue your game drive through the park’s beautiful terrain before departing in the evening for Karatu, where you’ll check in at your lodge for dinner and an 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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central Serengeti

Central Serengeti

After a delicious breakfast, you’ll hop into your safari jeep and begin your journey to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll stop briefly (about 10–15 minutes) to admire the breathtaking panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater.

You’ll then continue along a rugged but rewarding route, driving for approximately 5–6 hours until you reach the Naabi Hill Gate around 2–3 p.m. Here, you’ll enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch before embarking on your evening game drive through the vast Serengeti plains.

During this 4-hour adventure, you’ll have the chance to witness some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife from lions and leopards on the hunt to elephants, giraffes, zebras, and countless antelopes roaming freely across the savanna. As the golden sun sets over the endless plains, you’ll head to your Serengeti lodge or camp, where a warm dinner and peaceful night under the stars await.

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:
Serengeti Classic View Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Northern Serengeti

Northern Serengeti

After a hearty breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic 3-hour drive to the Northern Serengeti, home to one of nature’s most extraordinary spectacles. Here, millions of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes gather as they migrate in search of greener pastures, occasionally braving the crocodile-infested Mara River on their way to Kenya’s Maasai Mara.

The day is filled with thrilling wildlife encounters, as predators take advantage of this abundance, creating unforgettable moments of nature’s drama. Around midday, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the wilderness, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Savannah.

After lunch, the adventure continues with more game viewing, culminating in an evening transfer to your lodging in the Northern Serengeti, where you’ll relax and spend the night immersed in the heart of the wild.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Safari Haven Migration Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Northern Serengeti

Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, you’ll head out for an early morning or sunrise game drive in the Northern Serengeti, a prime location for witnessing the legendary Mara River crossing, where millions of wildebeests navigate the crocodile-filled waters. Spending more time here increases your chances of seeing this breathtaking spectacle.

The area is also home to abundant predators, including lions and leopards, promising an action-packed day of wildlife encounters. Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Serengeti.

In the afternoon, continue with an en-route game drive as you make your way to the Central Serengeti, where you’ll settle in for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Classic View Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Central Serengeti

Central Serengeti

Today begins with an early wake-up and a hearty breakfast before setting off for a sunrise game drive, when the wildlife is at its most active. Accompanied by your experienced guide, you’ll explore different areas of the Serengeti, taking in the incredible landscapes and abundant wildlife.

Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the beauty of the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. After lunch, continue with an en-route game drive as you leave the Serengeti and journey toward Ngorongoro, where dinner and an overnight stay await.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

Today, you’ll rise early before sunrise and enjoy a hearty breakfast before departing for the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, you’ll descend into the Crater, taking in the breathtaking views of its walls and the morning light over the plains.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a unique wildlife haven, home to a remarkable variety of animals, including Africa’s famous Big Five lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard. It’s also one of the rare places where you might spot the elusive Black Rhino.

Around midday, enjoy lunch at the hippo pool picnic site, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. After lunch, continue with a game drive through the Crater until evening, when you’ll ascend and head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Departure

Departure

Today marks the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari. We hope you’ve created memories to last a lifetime! Our representative will transfer you to the airport at your preferred time for your onward journey.

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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