Swahili Safari Escape

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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

Arrival

Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport and be warmly welcomed by your private guide. Transfer to your luxury Hotel in Arusha, where you can relax, unwind, and soak in your first taste of Africa. Your expert safari guide will introduce you to Tanzania’s rich culture, incredible wildlife, and spectacular national parks, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gran Meliá Arusha
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your Arusha luxury hotel at 07:30 am. Enjoy a scenic 1;40-hour drive to Tarangire National Park, where your guide will open the vehicle’s roof for an unbeatable wildlife viewing experience. Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds, towering baobabs, and abundant wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and graceful antelopes. After thrilling game drives across the park’s seasonal marshes and open savannahs, retire to your lodge for a relaxing overnight stay with full-board meals.

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

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll set off for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at a scenic viewpoint to take in the breathtaking landscapes. Next, descend 600 meters into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, one of East Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations and a prime spot to see the Big Five. This 20 km-wide caldera is home to over 25,000 animals, including hyenas, black rhinos, and a rich variety of birds. Enjoy a hot picnic lunch near the hippo pool before continuing your journey to the Serengeti National Park. Along the way, embark on an exciting en-route game drive, then settle into your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay amidst the heart of the wild.

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:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti to Lake Manyara

Serengeti to Lake Manyara

Today, your Serengeti adventure continues amid the park’s iconic, endless plains, made famous in nature documentaries. Witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles thundering across the savannah. With your private guide, explore the vast landscapes in search of these migratory herds as well as resident predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. For a truly unforgettable perspective, consider a hot air balloon safari glide silently over the plains and marvel at the wildlife from above, an experience like no other.

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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Though smaller in size, this national park is a true gem of Tanzania. Explore lush forests where elephants roam and large troops of baboons play, and with luck, spot the park’s famous tree climbing lions. Along the vast soda lake, encounter buffalos, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, warthogs, and flocks of vibrant flamingos. The shallow hippo pool provides excellent sightings, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Rift Valley Escarpment. Later, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha for your airport drop-off.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
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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