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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 To transfer Tarangire National Park

Arrival in Arusha To transfer Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most beautiful and wildlife-rich destinations, located just a few hours’ drive from Arusha. The park is famous for its vast savannah landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and the life-giving Tarangire River that flows through the heart of the park.

Covering approximately 2,850 square kilometers, Tarangire is especially renowned for its large elephant population, often seen in impressive herds gathering along the riverbanks. During the dry season, the park becomes a vital refuge for wildlife, attracting zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, buffaloes, and various antelope species. Predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs can also be spotted, making it an exciting destination for game drives.

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:
Ikumbi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire To Central Serengeti

Tarangire To Central Serengeti

The Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera area, is the heart of the world-famous Serengeti National Park. This region is renowned for its endless golden plains, rocky granite outcrops known as kopjes, and year-round wildlife viewing.

Central Serengeti offers some of the best game viewing in Tanzania due to its permanent water sources, especially the Seronera River, which attracts a wide variety of animals throughout the year. Visitors can expect to see large prides of lions resting on kopjes, leopards lounging in acacia trees, and cheetahs scanning the open plains for prey. Massive herds of wildebeest and zebras pass through during the Great Migration, while elephants, giraffes, hyenas, and buffalo are commonly spotted at any time of year.

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:
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

The Central Serengeti is the core and most wildlife-rich region of Serengeti National Park, located in northern Tanzania. Often referred to as the Seronera area, it is famous for its vast open plains, scattered acacia trees, and iconic rocky kopjes that provide shelter and vantage points for predators.

This region offers exceptional year-round game viewing thanks to the permanent Seronera River, which attracts a high concentration of wildlife. Visitors can commonly see large prides of lions, leopards resting in trees, cheetahs hunting across the plains, and hyenas roaming in search of food. The Central Serengeti is also home to elephants, giraffes, buffalo, impalas, and countless other species.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro crater

Serengeti National Park To Ngorongoro crater

Serengeti National Park is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations, located in northern Tanzania and forming part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem. The park is renowned for its vast, endless plains, breathtaking sunsets, and extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

Covering approximately 14,750 square kilometers, Serengeti National Park is home to an incredible variety of animals, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and countless antelope species. It is especially known for its large population of predators, making it one of the best places in the world to witness dramatic wildlife interactions.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngare Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Ngorongoro crater to arusha

Ngorongoro crater to arusha

The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders and a highlight of any Tanzanian safari. Formed millions of years ago when a massive volcano collapsed, the crater is the world’s largest intact and unfilled volcanic caldera, creating a unique and self-contained wildlife haven.

The crater floor covers about 260 square kilometers and is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Visitors can spot lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and hyenas within a relatively small area. It is also one of the best places in Tanzania to see the rare black rhino. The permanent water sources and lush grazing grounds support animals throughout the year, making game viewing exceptional in all seasons.

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)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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