Serengeti Captain Tours and 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

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania!

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s renowned northern safari circuit. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the region’s beautiful landscapes and vibrant surroundings.

The transfer to Arusha from Kilimanjaro Airport takes approximately 1 hour depending on traffic condition and from Arusha approximately 30 minutes. Upon arrival, you will have time to relax and unwind at your hotel or, if you wish, explore the city on a short city tour where you will experience its local culture and atmosphere. This is the perfect opportunity to rest and prepare for the exciting safari adventure that awaits you in the days ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, our driver-guide will pick you up to start your safari adventure. You’ll journey from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, a scenic drive of about 3 hours. The park is named after the Tarangire River, which becomes the only water source for wildlife during the Dry season.

Famous for its large elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and the rare sight of tree-climbing pythons, Tarangire spans 2,850 square kilometers. You’ll spend the day enjoying game drives, pausing for a picnic lunch by the river. As evening approaches, you’ll head out on a final game drive before arriving at your lodge 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:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will drive from your accommodation to Serengeti, which takes about 6 hours (including all stops) as it transits through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will have a brief stopover at the Ngorongoro Crater, where you will stop for 20 minutes at the viewpoint for the breathtaking view.

You will arrive in the afternoon eat your lunch at a picnic site and proceed with a game drive in Seronera until late evening. You will experience the sunset in Serengeti while having a close view of wild animals, and you will be lucky enough you may see a predator hunting. In the late after ]noon drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

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:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full Day Serengeti National Park

Full Day Serengeti National Park

Another day to immerse yourself in the Serengeti. Your guide might take you to a different sector of the park today — perhaps the Seronera River Valley, known for its high concentration of predators and resident game, or further north or south, depending on the time of year and the movement of the herds.

This full day allows for a more relaxed pace. You can spend more time observing animal behavior, like a lion pride interacting or a cheetah on the hunt, rather than just "ticking off" species. It's a day for photography, contemplation, and truly absorbing the raw beauty of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

A pre-dawn start (with a picnic breakfast) for an early game drive as the animals are most active. Enjoy the golden morning light on the plains.

Mid-morning: Begin the drive south, exiting the Serengeti and ascending the Ngorongoro Crater highlands.

Late morning to afternoon: Descend the 600-meter walls into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. This natural amphitheater is home to an astonishing density of animals, including the rare black rhino. Enjoy a thrilling final game drive on the crater floor, with a picnic lunch by the hippo pool.

Late afternoon: Ascend the crater and begin the journey back to Arusha, with a drop-off at your hotel or at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for evening departures.

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)
  • 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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