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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel and set off toward Tarangire National Park for an exciting game drive with a packed lunch. This park is famous for its large elephant herds, impressive predators, diverse birdlife, and iconic baobab trees. The Tarangire River acts as a lifeline for wildlife, attracting a wide variety of animals throughout the day.

After an adventurous day in the park, you’ll head to Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge, where a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay await—perfect for relaxing under the African sky.

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:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll journey toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you leave the highlands behind, the landscape opens up into the vast, endless plains of the Serengeti—the true heart of wild Africa.

Your destination is the central Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. The Seronera River serves as a vital water source, attracting a wide variety of animals throughout the year. You’ll arrive in time for lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive to begin exploring this incredible ecosystem.

In the evening, you’ll head to Into Wild Camp for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wilderness—perfect for an unforgettable night under the African sky.

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:
Into Wild Africa Luxury Safari Camp Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

You’ll enjoy an early breakfast around 6:00 AM before setting off on a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park with a packed lunch. Get ready for an incredible wildlife experience as you search for lions, wildebeest, leopards, impalas, elephants, crocodiles, zebras, and many more across the endless plains.

In the afternoon, you’ll begin your journey toward Ngorongoro, enjoying a scenic 3-hour game drive along the way as you transition through beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival, you’ll check in at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge, where dinner and a comfortable overnight stay will be waiting for you—perfect for relaxing after an exciting day in the wild.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

You’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast at the lodge before setting off with a packed lunch for an exciting day ahead. Early in the morning, you’ll descend into the crater floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for a 5 to 6-hour game drive.
Get ready for incredible wildlife encounters, including prides of lions, large herds of elephants, wildebeest, zebras, and, with some luck, the rare black rhino. The crater offers some of the most concentrated and rewarding wildlife viewing in Africa.
In the afternoon, you’ll ascend from the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha. As your safari comes to an end, you’ll carry with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s landscapes, wildlife, and adventure.

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)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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