Suricata 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 & Arusha Welcome

Arrival & Arusha Welcome

Upon your arrival at the Airport Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and comfortably transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. If time allows, you may choose to enjoy a guided Arusha city tour, exploring highlights such as the Cultural Heritage Art Gallery, the vibrant local market, and the colourful Maasai market – (Optional). This enriching experience offers a delightful introduction to the culture, art, and daily life of Arusha, allowing you to relax and settle in before your safari adventure begins.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gran Meliá Arusha
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Tarangire National Park Safari Adventure

Tarangire National Park Safari Adventure

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up from your accommodation and depart for Tarangire National Park, a scenic drive of approximately two hours. Renowned for its vast elephant herds and majestic ancient baobab trees, Tarangire offers a remarkable introduction to Tanzania’s wildlife.
Upon arrival, you will embark on an exciting game drive in an open-roof safari vehicle, allowing excellent opportunities to observe and photograph the park’s diverse wildlife across its varied landscapes. A picnic lunch will be served at a carefully selected scenic spot overlooking the park, after which you will continue with further game viewing in the afternoon.
Later in the day, you will depart the park and proceed to your accommodation, where you will enjoy dinner and a comfortable overnight stay, reflecting on the day’s incredible experiences.

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:
Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Journey through the Serengeti with breath-taking

Journey through the Serengeti with breath-taking

After breakfast, embark on your journey to the iconic Serengeti. The drive offers 4–5 hours of scenic game viewing through the Ngorongoro Highlands to the vast plains below. Weather permitting, a brief stop at the Ngorongoro viewpoint provides a stunning glimpse of the caldera.
Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way before arriving in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive, immersing yourself in its abundant wildlife. As the sun sets, transfer to your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

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:
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Sunrise to sunset game drives across the vast plains

Sunrise to sunset game drives across the vast plains

Spend a full day immersed in the extraordinary landscapes of Serengeti National Park, with game drives from sunrise to sunset. Witness the iconic Big Five in their natural habitat and keep an eye out for over 500 remarkable bird species that call the park home. In the evening, return to your lodge to relax, enjoy a sumptuous dinner, and a peaceful overnight stay.
To elevate your safari experience, optional activities such as a hot air balloon ride over the savannah or a guided walking safari can be arranged for an additional cost, offering a truly unforgettable perspective of this iconic wilderness.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Exclusive drive to Ngorongoro Crater

Exclusive drive to Ngorongoro Crater

Today begins with an early start for a sunrise game drive, the ideal time to observe the Serengeti’s wildlife at their most active. Delight in close encounters with iconic animals before pausing at a scenic picnic spot in the heart of the wilderness for a delicious breakfast surrounded by nature’s splendour.
The game drive continues until midday, offering further opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. After lunch, depart the Serengeti and drive through the breathtaking Ngorongoro conservation area. In the evening, arrive at your lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim, where a sumptuous dinner and a restful overnight stay.

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:
Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Journey Through Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Journey Through Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater with packed breakfasts in hand. Spend the morning on a game drive across this remarkable ecosystem, rich with a wide variety of wildlife and stunning landscapes. Enjoy lunch within the crater before ascending to the rim and preparing for the journey back to Arusha. This marks the conclusion of an extraordinary safari adventure, leaving you with lasting memories of Tanzania’s unparalleled natural beauty.

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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