Sept Safaris

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$2,530 to $2,607 pp (USD)

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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

Arrival

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Sept Safaris driver-guide and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. After checking in, take time to relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the lush gardens and views of Mount Meru on a clear day. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the town or unwind by the pool. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the lodge and a detailed briefing about your upcoming safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha National Park

Arusha National Park

Enjoy a full-day exploration of Arusha National Park with a guided game drive and walking safari. Spot giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and colobus monkeys, admire Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater, and experience the park’s diverse landscapes up close with Sept Safaris.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Accommodation:
Arusha Farm House
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire National Park offers classic game viewing away from the crowds. On guided game drives, you search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and many other species along the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife year-round.

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:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara National Park is a beautiful mix of lush forest, open floodplains and shimmering soda lake. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, huge flocks of flamingos and large elephant and buffalo herds, the park offers varied scenery and excellent game viewing within a relatively small area.
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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:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the world‑famous Serengeti National Park, driving through the Ngorongoro highlands with scenic stops along the way. As you enter the endless plains of the Serengeti, you’ll enjoy your first game drive en route to camp, watching for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra. In the late afternoon, arrive at Mbuni Serengeti Camp, your comfortable tented camp in the heart of the park. After settling in, relax around the campfire and enjoy dinner under a star‑filled African sky, listening to the sounds of the bush at night.

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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s most iconic safari destination, famous for its endless golden plains, big cat sightings, and huge herds of wildebeest and zebra. On game drives, you search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and countless antelope, while the open savannah and dramatic skies create unforgettable photo opportunities throughout the day.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Heart and Soul Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive on the crater floor, home to lions, elephants, hippos, and an exceptional concentration of wildlife. After a picnic lunch, drive back to Arusha and connect with your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to Paradise Beach Resort. Settle into your room, relax by the pool or on the beach, and enjoy dinner as you begin the idyllic island part of your holiday.

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:
Paradise Beach Resort
  • Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 8

Zanzibar Stone Town Tour

Zanzibar Stone Town Tour

After breakfast, you are transferred from Paradise Beach Resort to historic Stone Town for a guided walking tour. Wander through narrow streets lined with carved wooden doors, lively markets, and grand old buildings that tell the story of Zanzibar’s spice and trading past. Visit highlights such as the former slave market site, the Old Fort, and Forodhani Gardens while your local guide shares insights into Swahili culture and everyday life. In the late afternoon, return to Zanzibar Bay Resort to relax by the pool or on the beach and enjoy dinner at the resort.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Zanzibar Bay Resort
  • Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 9

Relaxation

Relaxation

After breakfast, enjoy your final hours in Zanzibar at leisure. Relax by the pool, stroll along the beach or take a last swim in the warm Indian Ocean. Depending on your flight time, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey, ending your unforgettable Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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