5-Day Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Hadzabe Cultural Safari

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You will depart from Arusha as you will be picked up from your accommodation and travel to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, you will begin your game drive, exploring the park’s varied landscapes and searching for wildlife such as lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Around midday, you will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site within the park. After lunch, continue with a short afternoon game drive before exiting the park. You will then be transferred to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu (area), where you can relax and enjoy dinner at the lodge.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Suricata Boma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Transfer to Serengeti for Game drive

After breakfast, depart from Mto wa Mbu (area) and begin your journey toward Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro highlands, offering breathtaking views along the way. You will arrive in the Serengeti in the afternoon and begin a game drive as you make your way toward your lodge or camp. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as wildebeest, zebras, and predators roaming the plains. Lunch will be served either en route or upon arrival. After the game drive, check in at your accommodation, where you can relax and enjoy dinner in the heart of the wilderness.

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Misako Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Serengeti Game Drive & Transfer to Karatu

After breakfast, set out for a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, when wildlife activity is at its peak. Explore the vast plains and search for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and other iconic species. Following your morning adventure, enjoy lunch before beginning your journey toward Karatu. The drive takes you out of the Serengeti and through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering scenic views and possible wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival in Karatu, check into your accommodation and unwind after a full day of travel and exploration. Dinner will be served at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

• Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ngorongoro Crater Game drive

After an early breakfast, depart from Karatu and descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This unique ecosystem is home to a high concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, rhinos, and flamingos. You will spend the morning exploring the crater floor, enjoying exceptional game viewing opportunities. A picnic lunch will be served inside the crater at a scenic spot. After lunch, continue with a short game drive before ascending the crater walls. You will then return to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu (area) for dinner and relaxation.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Suricata Boma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Hadzabe Experience at Lake Eyasi & Departure

After breakfast at your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu, you will be picked up by your guide and driven to Lake Eyasi, a remote and culturally rich area located in Ngorongoro Highlands. Upon arrival, you will visit the Hadzabe tribe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer communities in East Africa, where you may have the opportunity to learn about their traditional hunting techniques, survival skills, and daily lifestyle. You will also visit the Datoga (Dagota) community, known for their blacksmithing craftsmanship and pastoral traditions, offering a deeper understanding of their culture and heritage. A picnic or local-style lunch will be provided during your visit. After this immersive cultural experience, you will begin your journey back to Arusha, where you will either be dropped off at your hotel for relaxation or transferred to the airport for your departure, marking the end of your memorable safari.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.