Shenga 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

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will proceed through immigration and security, where officials will verify your travel documents. Afterward, our professional tour guide will warmly welcome you, assist with your luggage, and transfer you comfortably to Arusha city.

Upon arrival at your hotel, your driver-guide will help you with the check-in process while the hotel porter escorts your luggage to your room. You can then unwind at the lodge and relax after your long journey, preparing for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Jevas Hotel Encore
  • Budget 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 at the hotel and a short safari briefing, you will depart for Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive.

Tarangire is one of Northern Tanzania’s most peaceful and scenic parks, located slightly off the main safari circuit. It is renowned for its large elephant herds, excellent birdlife, and untouched, authentic safari atmosphere. Many travelers overlook Tarangire or visit only briefly, leaving much of the park beautifully unspoiled.

During the day, your driver-guide will set up a hot picnic lunch. After lunch, you will continue game viewing until evening before driving to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Fig Lodge
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Mto wa mbu to Serengeti National park

Mto wa mbu to Serengeti National park

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up and begin a scenic transfer game drive to Central Serengeti, passing through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you may spot wildlife as the landscapes gradually open into the vast Serengeti plains.

Upon arrival, you will enjoy a picnic lunch alongside fellow travelers before continuing with an afternoon and sunset game drive, when wildlife activity is at its peak. In the evening, you will be transferred to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay. Should you wish to upgrade your accommodation, we will be happy to assist with available options.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highland

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highland

Begin your day with a breathtaking sunrise experience, followed by breakfast at camp. You will then enjoy a morning game drive until lunchtime, exploring the rich wildlife of the area.

In the afternoon, depart toward the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife. Upon arrival, you will settle in at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the natural beauty of the highlands.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro crater

After an early breakfast, you will descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. This natural wonder is home to an estimated 30,000 large mammals, thriving within its rich and enclosed ecosystem.

Thanks to its natural boundaries, wildlife viewing is exceptional, offering excellent chances to spot the Big Five, along with hyenas, zebras, elephants, and many other species, all within a single game drive in this remarkable conservation area.

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:
Fig Lodge
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Today, you will depart for Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and diverse parks, set beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park is famous for its lush groundwater forest, open savannah, soda lake, hot springs, waterfalls, and breathtaking panoramic views.

You will enjoy an extensive game drive through the park, where you may encounter tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants and buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife, including flamingos along the lake shore. The constantly changing landscapes make every moment unique and rewarding.

In the afternoon, you will drive back to Arusha, arriving before dinner.

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:
Jevas Hotel Encore
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Arusha to Materuni Waterfalls

Arusha to Materuni Waterfalls

After breakfast, you will drive for about two hours to Materuni Village, located on the lush slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. From there, enjoy a guided hike to the famous Materuni Waterfalls, surrounded by beautiful scenery and tropical vegetation.

After the hike, you will be treated to a delicious local lunch buffet. You will then learn about the history and traditions of the Chagga people, the indigenous community of the Kilimanjaro region. This cultural experience includes a fascinating explanation and demonstration of traditional coffee production.

Later in the day, you will be transferred to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
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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