Suricata Safaris

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$3,300 to $3,355 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

From the Airport to Your Arusha Retreat

From the Airport to Your Arusha Retreat

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel. If time allows, you may enjoy an optional sightseeing drive through Arusha city, offering a chance to explore the local atmosphere and pick up any last-minute essentials before your safari begins the following day.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Summit Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Gateway to the Wild (Arusha – Tarangire National Park)

Gateway to the Wild (Arusha – Tarangire National Park)

Your safari adventure begins today. After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your lodge and drive approximately two hours to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive in an open-roof safari vehicle as you explore seasonal swamps, open savannahs, and the wildlife-rich Tarangire River. Along the way, you may spot giraffes, impalas, zebras, lions, leopards, elands, warthogs, elephants, and a wide variety of birdlife. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic spot inside the park, followed by further game viewing. In the evening, you’ll transfer to your accommodation 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:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

A Timeless Journey to Lake Manyara National Park

A Timeless Journey to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its large flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a game drive spotting abundant birdlife. Visit the hippo pool and nearby hot springs, while keeping an eye out for elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and other wildlife. After an exciting day of exploration, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Drive to Central Serengeti with En-Route Game Drive

Drive to Central Serengeti with En-Route Game Drive

After breakfast, begin your journey to the Serengeti. The drive, lasting approximately 4 to 5 hours, passes through scenic and occasionally bumpy roads, offering excellent opportunities for game viewing as you ascend the crater highlands toward the Serengeti plains. Weather permitting, a short stop at the Ngorongoro Viewpoint allows you to admire the breathtaking caldera before continuing your drive.

Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way, surrounded by the beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival in the park, embark on an afternoon game drive to immerse yourself in the Serengeti’s abundant wildlife. As the sun sets, transfer to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

A Signature Full-Day Safari (Serengeti National Park)

A Signature Full-Day Safari (Serengeti National Park)

Enjoy a full day of adventure in Serengeti National Park. From sunrise to sunset, embark on an exciting game drive in search of the Big Five, while spotting a wide variety of wildlife and over 500 bird species. As the day comes to a close, return to your lodge or tented camp for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

From the Plains to the Highlands (Game Drive to Ngorongoro)

From the Plains to the Highlands (Game Drive to Ngorongoro)

Today, start early with a sunrise game drive, when wildlife is most active, for an exhilarating morning of animal sightings. The game drive continues until noon, after which you’ll enjoy lunch before departing for Ngorongoro. In the evening, arrive at your lodge for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay, enjoying the warm hospitality and peaceful surroundings as you prepare for the adventures ahead.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Crater Adventure Followed by Return to Arusha

Crater Adventure Followed by Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. While the elusive black rhino is the hardest to spot, the crater floor provides excellent opportunities to see a wide variety of wildlife. After a morning game drive, enjoy lunch before ascending the crater. You will then pack up and transfer back to Arusha, marking the end of your safari.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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 Suricata Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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