Serengeti Steppe Travels

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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

Jambo and welcome to Tanzania!

Upon arrival, your Serengeti Steppe representative will warmly welcome you at the airport and provide a smooth, comfortable transfer to Arusha. Settle into the peaceful surroundings of Njiro Legacy Hotel, your home for the night, and take some time to unwind after your journey.

As you arrive, enjoy the fresh East African air and the relaxed atmosphere of Arusha. You can rest in your comfortable room or simply take a quiet moment to settle into the rhythm of your Tanzanian adventure.

As evening approaches, enjoy a delicious welcome dinner at the hotel, giving you the perfect opportunity to relax and prepare for the exciting days ahead. Tonight, enjoy a peaceful overnight stay at Njiro Legacy Hotel, refreshed and ready to begin your safari in the morning.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Njiro Legacy Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari journey begins as you travel south from Arusha towards Tarangire National Park, a spectacular wilderness renowned for its ancient baobab trees, golden savannahs, and impressive elephant herds. As you explore the riverine landscapes and open plains, keep watch for lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and colourful birdlife gathered around the Tarangire River.

A delicious picnic lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic spot within the park, giving you time to relax and take in the sights and sounds of the surrounding wilderness. After lunch, continue your afternoon game drive through Tarangire’s valleys and diverse habitats, where every turn offers the possibility of another memorable wildlife encounter.

As the afternoon comes to a close, leave the park behind and continue towards the fertile highlands of Karatu. Arrive at Eileen’s Trees Inn for a warm dinner and a comfortable, 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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater to Central Serengeti

Ngorongoro Crater to Central Serengeti

Begin the day with an early descent into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a vast volcanic caldera renowned for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife. As you explore the crater floor, look out for the rare black rhino, powerful lion prides, wallowing hippos, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the open grasslands.

A delicious picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the crater, with the hippo pool providing a memorable backdrop for your midday break. After lunch, continue your exploration before ascending the crater walls and journeying onwards towards the legendary Serengeti National Park.

As the landscape opens into the Serengeti’s endless golden plains, the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic. With the afternoon light casting long shadows across the savannah, continue towards your camp. By evening, arrive at Tukaone Weavers Camp for a hearty dinner and an authentic night surrounded by the sounds of the Serengeti wilderness.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

Awaken to the sounds of the African bush and set out for an early morning game drive across the legendary Central Serengeti plains. The cool morning hours offer a wonderful opportunity to observe wildlife as the day comes alive. Keep watch for stealthy leopards, swift cheetahs, powerful lions, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the golden landscape.

After a delicious picnic lunch in the wilderness, begin your journey back towards the green highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive offers one final opportunity to enjoy the changing scenery of the Serengeti before leaving its endless plains behind.

As the afternoon progresses, continue towards Karatu and arrive at Eileen’s Trees Inn. Settle into your comfortable surroundings, enjoy a sumptuous dinner, and relax after a rewarding day of wildlife exploration before your final safari adventure tomorrow.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

On your final safari morning, head to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Explore its lush groundwater forests, home to lively troops of baboons and blue monkeys, before continuing towards the lakeshore where colourful birdlife and seasonal flamingo gatherings create a beautiful backdrop.

During your morning game drive, keep watch for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and, with some luck, the park’s famous tree-climbing lions resting among the branches. A satisfying farewell picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the park before you begin your comfortable journey back towards Arusha.

After your final game drive, you will be dropped off at your preferred location, whether in Arusha, at Arusha Airport, or at Kilimanjaro International Airport.

We hope you leave Tanzania with wonderful memories and unforgettable moments from your adventure with Serengeti Steppe.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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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