Lions Paw Tours and Safari

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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 At Arusha

Arrival At Arusha

After the long flight, our driver will be waiting for you at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Your transfer from Kilimanjaro to Arusha will begin, and along the way you will observe the beautiful and amazing environment until you reach the city.

This will be a perfect time for relaxation and preparation for the next days of your safari. Summit Lodge is an excellent destination where you will have the opportunity to enjoy good meals, comfortable accommodation, and proper rest.

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

Day 2

Guide Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

Guide Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you set out on your first true safari experience, driving to Tarangire National Park. Here is the home of Large herds of elephants move calmly under the baobab trees, while zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes cross the plains. Nearby, waterbucks, baboons, dwarf mongooses, impalas, buffaloes, and antelopes go about their daily routines.

As you continue deeper into the park, your guide searches for predators resting in the shade. Lions, cheetahs, and leopards may appear unexpectedly, offering rare and memorable sightings. In the wetlands, colorful birds gather around the swamps, including giant kingfishers, while in the open grasslands, kori bustards and towering ostriches dominate the scenery.

In the late afternoon, as the sunlight softens and the day draws to a close, you leave the park and drive toward Hhando Coffee Lodge. There, surrounded by peaceful surroundings, you enjoy a warm dinner and reflect on the day’s experiences before settling in for a restful night.

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:
Hhando Coffee Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Guided Game Drive Serengeti National Park

Guided Game Drive Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, you set off toward the world famous Serengeti National Park. For many travelers, this journey becomes one of the most memorable moments of their safari. As you drive deeper into the park, the landscape slowly opens up, revealing why the Serengeti is known in the local language as “endless plains.” Vast grasslands stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a powerful sense of space and scale.

This remarkable ecosystem is home to the Great Migration, with more than two million wildebeest, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and countless antelopes moving across the plains in search of fresh pasture. The Serengeti is also one of the best places to observe large predators. Lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas are often seen resting, hunting, or roaming freely, offering exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the day.

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:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Guide Game Drive Serengeti National Park

Guide Game Drive Serengeti National Park

As the morning light gently spreads across the plains, you set out for another full day in Serengeti National Park. With each drive, you grow more connected to the land. Your guide follows tracks and signs, leading you to lions resting in the shade, cheetahs scanning the horizon, or leopards hidden quietly in the trees.

As the day goes on, you move through wide open spaces where elephants walk slowly in family groups and strong buffaloes gather near water. Along the rivers, hippos relax in the cool water, barely moving, while birds and other animals continue their daily routines around them. Every hour brings something new, something unexpected, making each moment feel special.

When the evening arrives, you slowly head back to Mbuni Tented Camp. After a warm dinner and quiet time under the stars, you rest peacefully, carrying the memories of the day and looking forward to what tomorrow will bring.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Guided Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Guided Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

After a refreshing breakfast, you begin your journey to one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders, the Ngorongoro Crater. Formed millions of years ago by a massive volcanic eruption, this unique landscape is enriched by fertile volcanic soil, creating a rich and balanced ecosystem. The crater supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and many other species.

One of the most special highlights of this area is the rare black rhinoceros. The crater serves as an important sanctuary for this endangered animal, and seeing it in its natural environment is a powerful and memorable experience that reflects the importance of wildlife conservation.

After your game drive, you will be transferred back to Arusha. Depending on your schedule and preferences, you may return to your hotel or continue to either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward journey.

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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