Shenga 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

Arusha to Taranngire narional park

Arusha to Taranngire narional park

Your safari begins with a warm welcome in Arusha, where you'll meet your professional driver-guide before departing for Tarangire National Park, approximately a two-hour drive away. Famous for its ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife, Tarangire offers an exciting introduction to Tanzania's northern safari circuit. Enjoy a game drive through the park while spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many other animals in their natural habitat. After an unforgettable day in the bush, you'll travel to Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay, preparing for the adventures ahead.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

From karatu to Serengeti National park

From karatu to Serengeti National park

After an early breakfast at Marera Valley Inn, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands with stunning views along the way. As you enter the Serengeti, your game drive begins, giving you the opportunity to spot a remarkable variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and numerous antelope species. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration. After a picnic lunch in the park, continue exploring the endless plains before heading to your camp or lodge for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.

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:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

From Mbuni Serengeti Camp to Northen Serengeti

From Mbuni Serengeti Camp to Northen Serengeti

After breakfast at Mbuni Serengeti Camp, continue your safari with a scenic game drive toward Northern Serengeti, one of the park's most spectacular wildlife regions. As you travel through the vast plains, enjoy excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards, and large herds of herbivores. During the migration season, Northern Serengeti is famous for the dramatic Mara River crossings, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-filled waters in one of nature's greatest spectacles. After a picnic lunch and an afternoon of wildlife viewing, arrive at your camp for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay surrounded by the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Central Serengeti, taking in the park's spectacular landscapes and abundant wildlife one last time. This region is well known for its thriving populations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals. Following a picnic lunch, begin your scenic journey through the Ngorongoro Highlands, with opportunities to admire breathtaking views along the way. Arrive at Ngorongoro Safari Lodge in the late afternoon, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night while preparing for your exciting Ngorongoro Crater adventure the following day.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu

After an early breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a memorable game drive in one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife destinations. Often referred to as the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, the crater is home to the Big Five and an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by stunning scenery before continuing your exploration of the crater floor. Later in the afternoon, ascend the crater and drive to Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu, where you can relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night there.

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
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

From Karatu to Lake Eyasi to Arusha

From Karatu to Lake Eyasi to Arusha

After an early breakfast, depart from Karatu for **Lake Eyasi**, a beautiful seasonal soda lake known for its unique landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Here, you'll visit the indigenous Hadzabe and Datoga communities, gaining a fascinating insight into their traditional way of life, hunting techniques, customs, and craftsmanship. This authentic cultural experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with some of Tanzania's oldest tribes. After the visit, enjoy lunch before beginning the drive back to Arusha. Arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable safari with lasting memories of Tanzania's incredible wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and vibrant cultures.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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