Herbivore African Expeditions

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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

Arrival

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari guide after completing immigration and luggage collection. Your guide will assist with your luggage before transferring you comfortably to your hotel in Arusha.

Upon arrival at the lodge, you'll be assisted with check-in while the hotel staff takes care of your luggage. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for the exciting safari adventure ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast and a short safari briefing, depart for Tarangire National Park, where you'll enjoy a full-day game drive. Renowned for its ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife, Tarangire offers an authentic safari experience away from the crowds. Keep an eye out for lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and a variety of colourful bird species.

At midday, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive in search of more wildlife. As the sun begins to set, drive to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing 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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Central Serengeti National Park (Seronera) and enjoy a scenic drive with wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival, begin an exciting game drive through one of Africa's most renowned wildlife areas, famous for its abundant resident wildlife, including the Big Five, lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and cheetahs.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. In the evening, head to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an 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
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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

Fully Game Drive Central Serengeti National Park

Fully Game Drive Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring its vast plains in search of the Big Five and other incredible wildlife. During the migration season, you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras following their ancient migratory route across the Serengeti.

Stop for a delicious picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the sun begins to set, enjoy a relaxing sundowner with drinks and snacks in the wilderness before returning to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Central 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 National Park to Karatu

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

After breakfast, continue with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring its endless plains in search of the Big Five and other remarkable wildlife, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and large herds of zebras and wildebeest.

After an unforgettable safari experience, depart for the lush highlands of Karatu, near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the scenic drive through beautiful landscapes before arriving at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater To Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater To Arusha

After a early morning breakfast, descend over 600 meters down into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a sensational game drive on the Ngorongoro Crater floor. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," thriving population of over 25,000 large mammals. The crater floor provides one of the absolute best opportunities to spot the elusive black rhino alongside heavy concentrations of lions, elephants, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, and buffaloes. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near the hippo pool surrounded by breathtaking crater walls.

Ascend the steep crater walls and begin the scenic drive back towards the vibrant safari hub of Arusha. Upon arrival in Arusha, transfer to Arusha Planet Lodge, nestled amid lush tropical gardens with stunning views of Mount Meru, to relax, enjoy dinner, and reflect on your safari experience.

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
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Arusha National Park and Walking Activity to Departure

Arusha National Park and Walking Activity to Departure

After breakfast, set out for Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania's most scenic and diverse sanctuaries, located just a short drive from the city center at the foot of Mount Meru.

Upon arrival, embark on an immersive guided walking safari accompanied by an armed park ranger. Unlike traditional game drives, exploring on foot offers an intimate, up-close connection to the African bush—allowing you to follow animal tracks, take in the surrounding sights and sounds, and learn about the park's vibrant flora and fauna.

Key Highlights & Wildlife

Wildlife Encounters: Walk alongside freely roaming wildlife on open grasslands, including giraffes, zebras, Cape buffaloes, warthogs, and various antelope species.

Primate & Birdlife Spotting

Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before completing your walking activity. In the afternoon, transfer comfortably back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) for your departure home.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
Show more
HyenaRare
LionNone
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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