L & D Lion Guides 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

Fly into the Serengeti – Your Private Safari Adventure Begins

Fly into the Serengeti – Your Private Safari Adventure Begins

Leave Zanzibar's beaches behind and fly directly into the heart of the Serengeti. Your personal safari guide welcomes you at Seronera Airstrip, where your private 4x4 vehicle is ready and your first game drive begins.

Explore the vast plains and diverse habitats of the Serengeti, home to lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and countless other animals. With your own guide, you can take time to observe wildlife and enjoy those special moments that make a safari unforgettable.

After a picnic lunch in the bush, continue exploring before heading to Embalakai Serengeti Camp. Relax over dinner and enjoy your first evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Overnight: Embalakai Serengeti Camp.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

From the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater – A Wildlife Paradise

From the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater – A Wildlife Paradise

Start your day with breakfast and a scenic drive through the Serengeti towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Keep your eyes open for wildlife along the way as the landscapes gradually change.

Descend approximately 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable natural wildlife habitats. The crater is home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhino, although sightings can never be guaranteed.

Enjoy a picnic lunch and discover the crater's diverse landscapes with your private guide. Later, ascend the crater rim and continue to Karatu for a well-deserved evening of relaxation.

Overnight: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge.

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
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Tarangire – Elephant Herds, Giant Baobabs & Return to Zanzibar

Tarangire – Elephant Herds, Giant Baobabs & Return to Zanzibar

Your final safari day takes you to Tarangire National Park, a beautiful landscape of ancient baobab trees, rolling savannah, and the life-giving Tarangire River.

Tarangire is particularly famous for its impressive elephant herds, often seen moving through the park beneath towering baobabs. Your private guide will help you discover the park's wildlife, which may include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and lions.

Enjoy your final game drive and take in the sights and sounds of the African bush before continuing to Arusha Airport for your return flight to Zanzibar.

The day's schedule will be arranged around your confirmed flight time, ensuring a smooth conclusion to your safari.

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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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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