Rioba 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

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Fly from Zanzibar to Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Early morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met by your professional safari guide and transferred to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

Tarangire is famous for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a rich variety of birdlife.
In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge/camp for dinner and 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:
Ikumbi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half- to full-day game drive.

The crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations, offering a high chance to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) in one day. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before ascending in the afternoon and returning to Karatu.

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:
Mvuli Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe Cultural Experience

Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe Cultural Experience

After breakfast, drive to Lake Eyasi for a unique cultural experience with the Hadzabe Bushmen, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in East Africa.

Spend time learning about their traditional lifestyle, hunting techniques, and daily survival skills. You may also visit the Datoga tribe, known for their traditional blacksmithing.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
Accommodation:
Mvuli Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Enjoy a game drive through lush groundwater forests, open savannah, and along the soda lake shoreline. The park is well known for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, flamingos, hippos, and excellent birdlife.

After the experience, transfer back to Arusha to catch your flight back to Zanzibar.

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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Rioba 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.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Rioba Safaris.