Herbivore African Expeditions

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

Day 1

Fly from Zanzibar To Serengeti National Park

Fly from Zanzibar To Serengeti National Park

Your journey begins with a scenic light aircraft flight from Zanzibar or Arusha into the iconic Serengeti National Park, where, upon landing at Seronera Airstrip, your guide will welcome you and begin an exciting game drive through the wildlife-rich Central Serengeti, known for year-round sightings of lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo, as well as the Great Migration passing through from November to July; in the afternoon, arrive at Tukaone Tented Camp, where comfort meets the wild, offering spacious en-suite tents with private verandas and a memorable gourmet dinner under the stars in the heart of the bush.

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:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, when wildlife activity is at its peak and the light is ideal for photography. After breakfast, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands and misty forests en route to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

In the afternoon, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Home to around 25,000 animals, it offers some of the best chances to see the Big Five in a single day, along with hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and flamingos at Lake Magadi.

Later, ascend the crater and continue to Farm House Valley in Karatu. Set on a peaceful working farm, the lodge offers comfortable rooms, lush gardens, and farm-to-table dining—an ideal retreat after an unforgettable safari day.

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:
Farm House Valley Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Karatu – Lake Manyara – Arusha – Fly to Zanzibar

Karatu – Lake Manyara – Arusha – Fly to Zanzibar

On your final day, drive from Karatu to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. Nestled between the Rift Valley escarpment and Lake Manyara, the park is known for its tree-climbing lions and rich birdlife, including flamingos, pelicans, and storks.

You will also see elephants, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and large troops of baboons in the lush groundwater forest. After a bush picnic lunch, continue to Arusha for your onward connections to Zanzibar, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha Airport.

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

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Herbivore African Expeditions, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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