9-Day Wildlife Encounters and Island Relaxation

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari representative. After a short briefing, you will be transferred to your mid-range lodge in Arusha. Relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the beautiful surroundings and preparing for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Greenside Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy a game drive through lush groundwater forests, open savannah, and the lakeshore, home to flamingos, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions.
In the late afternoon, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Ikumbi Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy an extensive game drive along the Tarangire River, a vital water source that attracts wildlife throughout the year. Expect sightings of lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and a wide variety of birdlife.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ikumbi Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy beautiful highland scenery along the way. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim or nearby area in the afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure, offering breathtaking views of the crater and surrounding landscapes.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Wild Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Early breakfast followed by a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site hosts an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and the endangered black rhino.
After lunch, continue your journey to Serengeti National Park, passing through vast plains and Maasai lands.

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a full day of game drives in the legendary Serengeti, famous for its endless plains and rich wildlife. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. Lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and hyenas are commonly seen. Optional sunrise or sunset game drives can be arranged.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Another full day in Serengeti allows for deeper exploration of different regions of the park. Your experienced guide will tailor game drives based on wildlife movements and guest interests. Enjoy picnic lunches in the bush and unforgettable safari moments in one of Africa’s most iconic parks.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Zanzibar Bay Resort

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti To Zanzibar

After breakfast, transfer to the Serengeti airstrip for a scheduled air transfer to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your beach resort. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on white sandy beaches, swimming in turquoise waters, or enjoying the resort facilities.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Zanzibar Bay Resort

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Zanzibar island

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast followed by free time at the beach. Optional activities include a Stone Town tour, spice tour, snorkeling, or dhow cruise (available at extra cost). Later, you will be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.