Best Time Adventures

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$1,455 pp (USD)

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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

Arusha City

Arusha City

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at the airport, a representative from Best Time Adventures will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Take some time to relax and recover from your journey before your exciting safari adventure begins.

Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s famous northern safari circuit and a vibrant city rich in culture and natural beauty. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to relax at your lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Spend the evening preparing for the unforgettable wildlife experiences that await in the days ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, your Best Time Time Adventures guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Arusha and drive to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival, descend into this UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its stunning landscapes and exceptional wildlife.

The crater floor is home to a remarkable variety of animals, including elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. With a bit of luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino and other members of the Big Five. As you explore the crater’s grasslands, forests, and lakes, enjoy some of the best wildlife viewing in Tanzania.

After an exciting game drive and a picnic lunch, continue to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tarangire National Park Night Game Drive

Tarangire National Park Night Game Drive

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, renowned for its ancient baobab trees, vast savannah landscapes, and impressive elephant populations.

Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park’s diverse habitats, including open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and the life-giving Tarangire River. Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, buffaloes, and many other fascinating wildlife species. Tarangire is also a paradise for bird lovers, hosting hundreds of bird species throughout the year.

Stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch while surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness before continuing your afternoon wildlife exploration.

Following this unique safari experience, return to your lodge for dinner and an 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:
Ang'ata Tarangire Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, enjoy another exciting game drive in Tarangire National Park, a wildlife-rich destination known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse landscapes. Explore the park’s vast plains and river valleys, where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, impalas, and a variety of other wildlife.

Keep an eye out for predators such as lions and leopards, while bird enthusiasts can enjoy spotting some of the park’s many colorful bird species. Every game drive offers unique wildlife encounters and spectacular scenery.

Later in the afternoon, after a memorable safari experience, your guide will transfer you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable journey with Best Time Adventures.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
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.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Best Time Adventures, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.