Joyful Safaris and Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro (JRO) or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our transfer guide and escorted to your lodge in Arusha. Take time to relax and settle in after your journey, enjoying a comfortable night’s rest. This ensures you are refreshed and ready for the exciting safari adventure starting the next day, with all arrangements taken care of for a smooth and welcoming start to your Tanzanian experience.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Crest Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Guided Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

Guided Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, meet your guide and journey to Tarangire National Park, passing scenic local villages and farmland. The park is renowned for its massive elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and the Tarangire River, which sustains wildlife during the dry season. Enjoy a full afternoon game drive spotting elephants, buffalo, impalas, giraffes, and possibly lions or leopards, along with diverse bird species.

In the evening, retreat to Kankari Lodge near Karatu, surrounded by stunning scenery and pools, for a relaxing and comfortable overnight stay.

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 3

Guided Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Guided Game Drive in Central Serengeti

Central Serengeti is renowned for its abundant predators and exceptional wildlife sightings year-round. Spend the day exploring diverse landscapes, from river valleys to open grasslands. Lions often rest on rocky outcrops, leopards lounge in trees, and cheetahs roam the plains hunting gazelles.

Pause for a picnic lunch amid the wilderness, then continue your game drive until sunset, when the Serengeti plains are bathed in a warm, golden glow—perfect for photography and unforgettable memories.

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 Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Guided Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Guided Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

The Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, is one of Africa’s most stunning natural landscapes. It is home to around 30,000 large animals year-round, including buffalo, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and the critically endangered black rhino. The crater also hosts a rich variety of birds, from flamingos to eagles and buzzards. With so much wildlife concentrated in a compact area, sightings are frequent, making every game drive a highly rewarding experience.

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.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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  • This tour is offered by Joyful Safaris and Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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