Highneck 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

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Relax and recover from your journey in the calm surroundings at the foot of Mount Meru. Later, enjoy a short safari briefing in preparation for the adventure ahead.

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

Day 2

Game drive in Tarangire National park

Game drive in Tarangire National park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with opportunities to see lions, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife. The Tarangire River serves as a vital water source, attracting wildlife throughout the year.

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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Descend in Ngorongoro Crater

Descend in Ngorongoro Crater

Start early and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descending into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
Often described as a natural wildlife sanctuary, the crater offers exceptional chances to spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
In the afternoon, ascend the crater and continue your journey toward the Serengeti National Park. As you drive into the Central Serengeti (Seronera area), the landscape opens into vast plains rich with wildlife. A short en-route game drive introduces you to this iconic ecosystem.

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:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Full game drive in Central Serengeti

Full game drive in Central Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of Central Serengeti.
This region is known for its high concentration of predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Depending on the season, you may also witness part of the Great Migration.
You can opt for an early morning game drive to catch predators in action or enjoy a relaxed full-day safari with picnic lunch in 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
Show more
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:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Central Serengeti - Fly to Zanzibar

Central Serengeti - Fly to Zanzibar

Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, taking in the last moments of the African wilderness.
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your air transfer to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort where your safari transitions into a relaxing tropical escape.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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