Meerkat Expedition Safari

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$1,078 to $1,452 pp (USD)

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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 – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Arusha after a short safari briefing. Drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most scenic parks, renowned for its ancient baobab trees and the country's largest concentration of elephants.

Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, where you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, warthogs, impalas, and numerous bird species. During the dry season, the Tarangire River attracts large numbers of animals, making wildlife viewing particularly rewarding.

Stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive.

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:
Skylark Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park

Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend approximately 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations.

Spend the morning exploring the crater floor, where you'll have excellent opportunities to see the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. Other commonly seen animals include lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, and flamingos around Lake Magadi.

After enjoying a picnic lunch inside the crater, ascend the crater walls and continue your journey through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. Wildlife sightings often begin even before reaching the park as you cross the vast Serengeti plains.

Arrive in Central Serengeti in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Glimpse of Africa Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Wake up early for a full day exploring the legendary Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its incredible wildlife and endless grasslands.

Spend the day searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and a remarkable variety of birdlife. Depending on the season, you may also witness part of the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration.

Your experienced safari guide will take you to the best wildlife viewing areas while sharing fascinating information about the animals and ecosystems.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Return to your campsite or lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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:
Glimpse of Africa Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Morning Game Drive Serengeti– Return to Arusha

Morning Game Drive Serengeti– Return to Arusha

Enjoy an early morning game drive when predators are most active and the golden sunrise creates outstanding photographic opportunities.

After the game drive, begin your scenic journey back to Arusha via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping for lunch along the way.

Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon, where your memorable Tanzania safari comes to an end.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
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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