Gondwana Tours & 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 at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to Rivertree Lodge

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to Rivertree Lodge

Your East African adventure starts with your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport. Here you will be welcomed by your Safari Guide and transferred to the Rivertrees Country Inn where you will spend your first night in Tanzania.

Acclimatise and rest up for your safari.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Rivertrees Country Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located near Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2-3

Explore Tarangire National Park

Explore Tarangire National Park

After breakfast you will be collected from your hotel in Arusha by your private vehicle and driver.

Make your way to the Tarangire National Park and explore this amazing part of the country for the next two days.

You will stay at The Tarangire SafariLodge. All meals and activities are included here.

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:
Tarangire Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4-5

Depart Tarangire National Park and drive to Karatu for two nights

Depart Tarangire National Park and drive to Karatu for two nights

After breakfast you will leave Tarangire National Park and drive on to Karatu. Enjoy getting to know Tanzania more and more as you continue your exploration.

Check into the Plantation Lodge for a 2 night stay. All meals and activities are included here.

Main Destination:
Karatu District
Accommodation:
The Plantation Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6-8

Travel from Karatu to the Central Serengeti

Travel from Karatu to the Central Serengeti

Time to leave behind Karatu and head towards the Central Serengeti where you will spend 3 nights at Matawi Serengeti Camp.

Here you will be able to dive deeper into the African bush. Enjoy game drives and the authentic African safari feeling.

You may opt to visit the Olduvai Gorge/Museum along the way (entry fee excluded).

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
Accommodation:
Matawi Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 9-12

Transfer to Seronera airstrip, light aircraft charter to Dar es Salam & boat to Lazy Lagoon Lodge

Transfer to Seronera airstrip, light aircraft charter to Dar es Salam & boat to Lazy Lagoon Lodge

After breakfast transfer to the Seronera airstrip and take a light aircraft charter to Dar es Salaam. On arrival at the airport you will be met a transferred to Mbegani Fisheries FETA institute in Bagamoyo from where a short boat ride will take you to the Lazy Lagoon Lodge.

Check into your Banda which will be your home for for the next 3 nights.

When on Lazy Lagoon Island, you are truly secluded, allowing you to fully relax and unwind from the busy world.

Boat Crossings to Lazy Lagoon Lodge are scheduled at the following times:
Mainland to Lazy Lagoon: 12:00 15:00 18:00.

Main Destination:
Lazy Lagoon Private Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Lazy Lagoon Island Lodge
  • Luxury resort located on Lazy Lagoon Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 13

Transfer from Lazy Lagoon by boat and car back to Dar es Salam

Transfer from Lazy Lagoon by boat and car back to Dar es Salam

Your safari has come to an end and it is time to bid farewell to East Africa.

Transfer back from Lazy Lagoon Island to Dar es Salaam by boat and car for your onward journey back home.

Main Destination:
Dar Es Salaam Airport (Dar es Salaam)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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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