Go Serengeti African Tours

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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 in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at the Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our safari team and transferred to your carefully selected lodge in Arusha. Take time to relax and unwind after your journey while enjoying the serene surroundings of the lodge.

Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to explore Arusha City on a small tour. This first day is designed to help you settle in and prepare for the adventure ahead, allowing you to rest, recharge, and get ready for the exciting safari experiences awaiting you across Tanzania’s spectacular landscapes.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up from your lodge in Arusha by a safari jeep, with your guide, and departure to Tarangire National Park, famous for its enormous elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Your morning game drive will take you across vast savannahs and along the Tarangire River, offering close encounters with wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species.

Midday, enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch surrounded by the park’s natural beauty. In the afternoon, continue the game drive before departing Tarangire for the town of Mto wa Mbu. Here, you will settle into your lodge, enjoying dinner and the chance to soak in the rural Tanzanian atmosphere.

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
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Mto wa mbu to Serengeti National Park

Mto wa mbu to Serengeti National Park

Following breakfast, embark on a scenic drive from Mto wa Mbu to the Central Serengeti, passing through rolling landscapes and small villages along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive in this world-famous park, renowned for its dramatic vistas and high concentration of wildlife.

Spot lions lounging under acacia trees, herds of elephants grazing, and vast numbers of zebras and wildebeests moving across the plains. The evening offers time to relax at your tented camp or lodge, where you can enjoy dinner under the stars, sharing stories of the day’s sightings. The combination of journeying through Tanzania’s countryside and witnessing the Serengeti’s wildlife makes this day an unforgettable start to your safari adventure.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park Game Drive

Serengeti National Park Game Drive

Begin the day with an early breakfast followed by a morning game drive in the Serengeti, where the endless plains provide breathtaking opportunities to encounter Africa’s Big Five. Traverse savannahs, riverine forests, and kopjes as your guide points out unique wildlife behaviors and hidden gems in the landscape.

Midday, enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the tranquility of the park, taking in the sounds and sights of the wild. In the afternoon, continue your exploration on another game drive, perhaps witnessing a pride of lions hunting or observing rare species like cheetahs and wild dogs.

Return to your lodge or camp in the late afternoon for dinner and relaxation, reflecting on the day’s extraordinary encounters and preparing for another immersive safari experience tomorrow.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park Game drive

Serengeti National Park Game drive

Another exciting day begins in the Serengeti, with a morning game drive that allows you to explore a different section of this vast ecosystem.

Witness herds of wildebeest and zebras migrating across the plains and marvel at the interactions between predators and prey. Stop for a picnic lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by uninterrupted views of the African wilderness.

In the afternoon, continue your game drive, searching for elusive leopards resting in the trees or observing elephants as they roam the plains. Return to your camp or lodge to enjoy dinner, recount the highlights of the day, and spend the night under the serene night sky, listening to the distant sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

Start the day with a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking in the early activity of wildlife before heading out. After a picnic lunch, depart the park and drive to Karatu.

Check in at Farm of Dreams Lodge accommodation, where you can relax and reflect on the incredible wildlife experiences from the Serengeti. The drive offers scenic views of the surrounding highlands and rural villages, providing a different perspective of Tanzanian life. Enjoy dinner at your lodge and rest in preparation for the next day’s adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

After breakfast, descend into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive in one of the most wildlife-dense areas of Africa.

Observe large herds of buffalo, elephants, and zebras, and if lucky, spot the critically endangered black rhino. While the crater’s unique ecosystem supports a wide variety of bird and mammal species.

Pause for a picnic lunch within the crater before ascending and driving back to Mto wa Mbu, where you will spend the night. This day provides an extraordinary contrast between the open plains of the Serengeti and the dramatic, enclosed crater, showcasing Tanzania’s incredible diversity in landscapes and wildlife.

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:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 8

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Depart Mto wa Mbu after breakfast for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its flamingos, tree-climbing lions, and scenic escarpments. Spend the morning on a game drive exploring the park’s diverse habitats, including acacia woodlands, marshes, and the soda lake itself.

Afterward, begin the drive back to Arusha. Upon arrival, check in at your pre-booked accommodation in Arusha. Spend your evening relaxing, reflecting on the incredible wildlife encounters.

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:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 9

Departure

Departure

After breakfast at your lodge, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure in Tanzania. As you depart, you will carry with you lasting memories of extraordinary wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and the unique beauty of Africa’s most iconic national parks.

From witnessing majestic predators in their natural habitat to observing vast herds roaming freely across endless plains, every moment has been a remarkable experience. Whether it was capturing incredible photographs, enjoying the serenity of the wilderness, or simply embracing the spirit of adventure, your journey through Tanzania will remain a treasured and inspiring experience for many years to come.

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

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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 Go Serengeti African Tours, not SafariBookings.
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