Tanzania Joyous Time

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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

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha National Park

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha National Park

Early in the morning, you will fly from Zanzibar to Arusha Airport, where you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to Arusha National Park. Upon arrival, you will begin a leisurely game drive through this scenic park, known for its lush montane forests, open grasslands, and sparkling crater lakes. During the drive, you may spot giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, monkeys, and a wide variety of bird species and you will do a walking safari with armed ranger. The park also offers breathtaking views of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak, which rises majestically in the background and provides excellent photo opportunities. This peaceful and picturesque experience serves as a perfect introduction to your northern Tanzania safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Accommodation:
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

In the morning, you will be picked up from your lodge by our experienced safari guide and transferred to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you will begin a rewarding game drive through the park’s vast savannahs, dotted with iconic baobab trees and crossed by the life giving Tarangire River. This area attracts large concentrations of wildlife, especially elephants, along with lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and a rich variety of bird species. Enjoy excellent wildlife viewing and beautiful scenery as your guide shares insights into the park’s unique ecosystem and animal behavior.

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

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and begin a scenic and picturesque drive toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, admire rolling green hills, dramatic escarpments, and traditional Maasai villages, while enjoying occasional sightings of wildlife grazing in the highlands. Upon entering the Serengeti, the adventure continues with thrilling game drives across the vast savannahs, where you can spot lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories about the animals, their behavior, and the park’s unique ecosystem, ensuring a rich and unforgettable wildlife experience from the very start of your Serengeti journey.

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:
Pori Pori Lodges & Camps
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

You will wake up early in the morning to make the most of a full day of thrilling game drives in the heart of the park. Spend the day exploring vast savannas, riverine forests, and open plains, searching for Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Look out for lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest, while your experienced guide shares fascinating insights into their behavior and the ecosystem. With stops for refreshments and a picnic lunch in the bush, the day offers incredible wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable photo opportunities, making it a truly immersive safari experience.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Pori Pori Lodges & Camps
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Today, you will wake up early in the morning and begin an exciting transfer from Serengeti National Park to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying a scenic game drive along the way. As you travel, admire the rolling hills, picturesque landscapes, and traditional Maasai villages, while keeping an eye out for wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Upon arrival, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s largest intact volcanic calderas. Here, you will experience a remarkable game drive on the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of animals including the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino along with hippos, flamingos, and diverse bird species. Surrounded by towering crater walls and stunning scenery, the Ngorongoro Crater offers a truly unforgettable and immersive wildlife experience.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

In the morning, you will wake up early and set out on a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, exploring its diverse landscapes, from lush forests to open floodplains and the sparkling soda lake. Keep an eye out for tree climbing lions, elephants, hippos, baboons, flamingos, and a variety of birdlife as you enjoy the park’s rich wildlife. After an exciting morning of wildlife viewing and photography, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar, concluding your unforgettable safari adventure in northern Tanzania.

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)
  • 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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