Rafiki Tembo Tours and Safaris

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$3,194 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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park begins with a scenic drive through villages, farmland, and rolling highlands before descending into the Great Rift Valley. As you enter the park, the landscape transforms into open savannah dotted with towering baobab trees. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife, with the Tarangire River attracting wildlife from across the region. After an exciting day of game viewing, enjoy an overnight stay in a luxury lodge, combining comfort, fine dining, and immersive safari experiences.

Accommodation can be changed according to your preference, ensuring a personalized and comfortable safari experience.

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:
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Transfer to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart and travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands on your way to the iconic Serengeti National Park. Enjoy stunning views of rolling hills, crater landscapes, and local villages along the route. The Serengeti, renowned for its vast open plains and abundant wildlife, offers unparalleled opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and wildebeest. Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive to begin exploring this world-famous park. Overnight stay is at a luxury lodge, though accommodation can be adjusted according to your preference for a tailored experience.

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:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Full Day in Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, spend a full day exploring the iconic Serengeti National Park, home to vast plains and abundant wildlife. Accompanied by expert guides, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives to spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest in their natural habitat. The park’s diverse landscapes from open savannahs to kopjes and riverine forests offer breathtaking scenery and excellent photographic opportunities. After a day of adventure, return to your luxury lodge for relaxation and gourmet dining. Accommodation can be adjusted according to your preference for a personalized safari experience.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti to Ngorongoro highland

Serengeti to Ngorongoro highland

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. After the drive, depart for the Ngorongoro Highlands, traveling through scenic landscapes of rolling hills, volcanic formations, and local villages. Upon arrival, take in the dramatic views of the highlands and relax at your luxury lodge. Accommodation can be adjusted according to your preference for a personalized and comfortable safari experience.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, often called the “Garden of Eden,” spotting lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, zebras, and abundant birdlife against a backdrop of dramatic crater walls. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing and photography, begin the journey back to Arusha, traveling through scenic highlands and local villages, reflecting on the incredible 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
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not 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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  • This tour is offered by Rafiki Tembo Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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