Wild Serenity 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 in arusha

Arrival in arusha

Arusha is known for its cool climate, scenic landscapes, and cultural diversity. The city blends modern urban life with traditional African culture, featuring lively markets, local restaurants, craft shops, and a strong tourism industry. It is also an important diplomatic and economic hub in East Africa, hosting international institutions such as the East African Community headquarters.

With a growing population and a dynamic economy driven by tourism, agriculture, and trade, Arusha continues to attract visitors, investors, and researchers from around the world. Its unique location between mountains, wildlife reserves, and coffee farms makes it one of the most important and attractive cities in northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
The Charity Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Arusha Transfer to Tarangire National Park

The park is particularly famous for its large population of elephants, often seen moving in big family groups across the savannah. Visitors can also encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, and many species of antelope. Tarangire is also a paradise for bird lovers, with over 500 recorded bird species.

What makes Tarangire unique is its stunning landscape, dominated by ancient baobab trees, open grasslands, seasonal swamps, and river valleys. These diverse habitats support a wide variety of wildlife and create spectacular scenery for photography and game drives.

Because it is less crowded than some of the other parks in the northern circuit, Tarangire offers a more quiet and authentic safari experience while still providing incredible wildlife viewing.

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:
Ngare Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tarangire national park to central serengeti national park

Tarangire national park to central serengeti national park

The region is famous for its high concentration of predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Visitors often see these big cats resting on kopjes, hunting on the plains, or relaxing under acacia trees. In addition to predators, large numbers of zebras, giraffes, elephants, buffalo, and different antelope species can also be seen.

Central Serengeti also plays an important role in the Great Migration, when millions of wildebeest and zebras move through the area while searching for fresh grass and water.

Because wildlife is abundant throughout the year and the landscape is incredibly scenic, Central Serengeti offers one of the most classic and unforgettable safari experiences in Africa.

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 4

Central serengeti national park

Central serengeti national park

The area is characterized by endless golden plains, scattered acacia trees, and rocky formations known as kopjes, which provide shelter and viewpoints for predators. The presence of the Seronera River ensures a reliable water source, allowing many animals to remain in the region even during the dry season.

Central Serengeti is especially famous for its large number of predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. These animals are commonly seen resting on kopjes, hunting across the open plains, or moving quietly through the grasslands. Alongside predators, visitors can also encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and various species of antelope.

The region also plays an important role in the Great Migration, when millions of wildebeest and zebras pass through the area while searching for fresh grazing lands.

Because of its rich wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and year-round game viewing opportunities, Central Serengeti offers one of the most authentic.

Main Destination:
Central 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 5

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

The name “Serengeti” comes from the Maasai word siringet, meaning “endless plains.” True to its name, the park stretches across thousands of square kilometers of savannah, grasslands, and scattered acacia trees, creating a breathtaking natural landscape. It borders Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the south and extends north toward Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Serengeti is home to an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and many species of antelope. The park is also famous for hosting the Great Migration, where over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water. This natural spectacle is considered one of the greatest wildlife events on Earth.

With its breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, and unique natural events, the Serengeti remains one of the most iconic safari destinations in the world.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro crater to lake manyara

Ngorongoro crater to lake manyara

Formed millions of years ago when a massive volcano collapsed inward, the crater created a natural enclosure covering about 260 square kilometers. The floor of the crater is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Africa to see animals in a relatively small area.

Inside the crater, visitors can see a wide variety of animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and many species of antelope. It is also one of the few places in Tanzania where the endangered black rhinoceros can still be spotted in its natural habitat. The landscape within the crater includes grasslands, swamps, small forests, and Lake Magadi, which often attracts flamingos and other bird

Because of its unique ecosystem, breathtaking scenery, and incredible wildlife density, Ngorongoro offers one of the most unforgettable safari experiences in the world.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Karatu Villas Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Lake Manyara to Depature

Lake Manyara to Depature

Despite being relatively small compared to other parks in Tanzania, Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its incredible biodiversity and scenic beauty. The park features a variety of habitats including groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, grassy floodplains, and the lake itself, which covers a large portion of the park.

Lake Manyara is particularly known for its unique tree-climbing lions, a rare behavior not commonly seen in many other places. The park is also home to elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, and many species of antelope.

Bird lovers are especially drawn to this park because it hosts hundreds of bird species. During certain seasons, thousands of flamingos can be seen along the shores of the lake, creating a spectacular view.

With its lush scenery, rich wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere, Lake Manyara offers visitors a memorable safari experience and is often considered a perfect introduction to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.

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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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