L & D Lion Guides 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, Warm Smiles & Safari Briefing Magic

Arrival, Warm Smiles & Safari Briefing Magic

Arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, where your safari officially begins. After a warm welcome, you are transferred to your hotel to settle in and leave travel mode behind. Later, enjoy a detailed yet relaxed safari briefing: routes, wildlife expectations, park etiquette, and a few insider tips that make all the difference once the game drives begin. The rest of the day is at leisure – stretch your legs, enjoy the surroundings, and let the quiet excitement of what’s to come slowly sink in.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Outpost Lodge
  • Budget lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire Elephants Baobabs and Wide Horizons

Tarangire Elephants Baobabs and Wide Horizons

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, a landscape shaped by ancient baobab trees and famous for its impressive elephant population. Along the Tarangire River, wildlife gathers throughout the day, creating constantly changing scenes of movement and interaction. Expect close encounters, dramatic light, and endless photo opportunities before continuing to Karatu 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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

On the Road to the Serengeti Endless and Wild

On the Road to the Serengeti Endless and Wild

The journey continues towards the Serengeti as the scenery opens wider with every kilometer. Upon entering the park, the game drive begins immediately, because wildlife here ignores timetables. Lions resting in tall grass, herds crossing the plains, and birds of prey scanning the land set the rhythm of the day. By the time you reach your accommodation, the Serengeti has already made its mark.

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:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Early Serengeti Moments and a Scenic Farewell

Early Serengeti Moments and a Scenic Farewell

An early morning game drive reveals the Serengeti at its most atmospheric. Predators are still active, the air is cool, and the plains glow in soft morning light. After breakfast, the route leads back towards Karatu, passing through ever-changing landscapes. It is a calm and reflective drive, filled with final sightings and lingering looks back to the plains.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater Grand Wildlife Finale

Ngorongoro Crater Grand Wildlife Finale

Today you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most remarkable wildlife areas in Africa. The crater floor hosts an extraordinary concentration of animals, from large herds to elusive predators and, with some luck, the rare black rhino. After this unforgettable game drive, you ascend the crater rim and continue your transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, bringing the journey to a memorable close.

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)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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