Wilderness Insights 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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari adventure begins with a morning pick from your hotel or Arusha Airport, driving straight to Tarangire National Park. This magnificent park is world-famous for its ancient, massive baobab trees and the dense elephant populations that gather along the Tarangire River.
​You will enjoy an extensive afternoon game drive tracking large herds of elephants, towering giraffes, zebras, and various plains game drinking from the park's permanent water sources. After a thrilling day of wildlife viewing and enjoying a scenic picnic lunch inside the park, you will head to your comfortable mid-range accommodation for dinner and a peaceful 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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive to Serengeti

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive to Serengeti

Depart after a hot breakfast and drive directly to descend onto the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater floor. This magnificent volcanic caldera functions as a highly concentrated nature reserve, offering your absolute best chance to witness the legendary Big Five, including a remarkable opportunity to spot the endangered black rhino roaming the open grasslands.
​You will enjoy an immersive morning of game viewing and a scenic picnic lunch near the lively hippo pool. In the afternoon, you will ascend the crater walls and enjoy a beautiful en-route game drive as you travel down into the endless savanna plains of the Serengeti. You will check into your comfortable safari camp for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 3

Serengeti National Park Game Drive to Karatu

Serengeti National Park Game Drive to Karatu

Spend the first part of your day discovering the rich wildlife treasures of the legendary Serengeti plains. You will traverse the open grasslands and scout around the iconic rocky kopjes, tracking resident prides of lions, solitary leopards, and cheetahs patrolling their territories.
​Along with the big cats, you will witness elephants, buffaloes, and dynamic herds of plains game moving through the savanna. After a rewarding morning game drive and enjoying a scenic picnic lunch out in the wild bush, you will begin your journey back south through the highlands, arriving at your comfortable mid-range lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening, dinner, and overnight stay.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha/JRO Drop-off

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha/JRO Drop-off

Travel from Karatu to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem nestled at the base of the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. You will explore the park's diverse habitats, including the lush groundwater forest, which is home to large troops of baboons and unique tree-climbing lions.
​You will enjoy tracking elephants, giraffes, and hippos, while taking in the spectacular sights of thousands of pink flamingos dusting the shores of the shimmering soda lake. After a scenic picnic lunch and a final game drive, you will take a smooth road transfer back to Arusha town or proceed straight to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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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