African Culture Adventures

4.9/5 – 13 Reviews

$1,500 pp (USD)

2 travelers   on   Start date
Request a Quote

Your request will be sent directly to the operator

If preferred, you can contact the operator directly

Breakdown of Costs
1 Available
1 Unavailable
Start Date
Age at the end of the tour
Travelers

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

Tarangire national park

Tarangire national park

Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from Kilimanjaro airport Moshi, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees, vast elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, where you may spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, leopards, and over 500 bird species. Pause for a picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness before continuing your wildlife safari in the afternoon. As the sun begins to set, leave the park and drive to Mto wa Mbu for a relaxing evening. Check in at Fig Tree Lodge, where you can unwind, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night preparing for another exciting day of 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
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Lodge
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Serengeti national park

Serengeti national park

After an early breakfast, depart from Mto wa Mbu and journey through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy scenic views of the highlands and endless plains before arriving in Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destination. Begin an exciting afternoon game drive across the vast savannah, where you may encounter lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and, with luck, leopards. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration. As the day comes to an end, head to your public campsite inside Serengeti National Park. Relax under the African sky, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and spend the night surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central serengeti national park

Central serengeti national park

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for a full-day game drive in the Central Serengeti (Seronera), the wildlife-rich heart of Serengeti National Park. This region is renowned for its year-round abundance of animals, making it one of the best places to spot the Big Five. Explore the endless plains and acacia woodlands as you search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and large herds of antelopes. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location before continuing your safari in search of more unforgettable wildlife encounters. In the evening, return to your public campsite inside Serengeti National Park for dinner and an overnight stay under the star-filled African sky.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • On the crater rim of Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro crater

After an early breakfast, depart Serengeti National Park and enjoy a morning game drive as you travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its incredible wildlife density and breathtaking scenery. Spend the day exploring the crater floor, where you may encounter the Big Five, including the endangered black rhinoceros, along with hippos, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and a variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before continuing your game drive. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and drive to Mto wa Mbu. Check in at Fig Tree Lodge, where you can relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night in comfort before continuing your safari.

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:
Fig Tree Lodge
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Lake manyara national park

Lake manyara national park

After breakfast, depart Mto wa Mbu for Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive through diverse habitats, including lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the lakeshore. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and an impressive variety of birdlife, including seasonal flocks of flamingos. Stop for a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your wildlife adventure. In the late afternoon, leave Lake Manyara and drive to Arusha. Upon arrival, check in at Tourist Inn Hotel, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night in comfort before your onward journey.

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:
Arusha Tourist Inn
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Materuni water falls

Materuni water falls

After breakfast, depart Arusha for the beautiful Materuni Village, located on the lush slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro near Moshi. Enjoy a guided walk through coffee and banana plantations to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls, where you can admire the cascading water, take photos, or enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural pool. Return to the village for an authentic Chagga cultural experience, including a traditional coffee tour. Learn how coffee is grown, roasted, and prepared using local methods, then grind the beans by hand and enjoy a freshly brewed cup. Savor a delicious local lunch before bidding farewell to your guide. In the afternoon, transfer to your hotel or preferred drop-off point in Moshi, marking the end of your unforgettable 6 Days of Wildlife Wonders safari.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
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.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Interested in This Tour?

Request a Quote

  • We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why)
  • Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
  • If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By

Best price guarantee

Your request will be sent directly to the operator

If preferred, you can contact the operator directly

Next: Request a Quote

Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by African Culture 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.