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

Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to Arusha

Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to Arusha

Jambo and a warm welcome to Tanzania!

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your dedicated Serengeti Steppe safari guide will be waiting to greet you and escort you comfortably to Arusha. Along the way, you take in your first impressions of Tanzania as you pass through local towns and communities, with everyday life unfolding around you.

On arrival at Mount Meru Hotel, you'll settle into your comfortable surroundings and enjoy some well-deserved time to relax. Wander through the lush tropical gardens, unwind beside the pool, or simply take in the beautiful views of Mount Meru.

In the evening, you will enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel restaurant before retreating to your room for a peaceful night’s rest. With your first day in Tanzania complete, you will be refreshed and ready for the safari adventure ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Mount Meru Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park to Manyara

Arusha to Tarangire National Park to Manyara

After a hearty breakfast, you leave Arusha behind and journey towards Tarangire National Park, a spectacular wilderness shaped by towering baobabs, golden savannahs, and the winding Tarangire River. The park is renowned for its impressive elephant herds and diverse wildlife, making it an exciting destination for a full day of exploration.

You'll spend the day on game drives along the riverbanks and across the open plains, where elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife gather around the water. Your guide will select a scenic spot for a delicious picnic lunch, allowing you to enjoy a peaceful meal surrounded by the sights and sounds of the bush.

In the late afternoon, you will leave Tarangire and ascend towards the Great Rift Valley escarpment. You'll arrive at Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara, where panoramic views over Lake Manyara, elegant surroundings, and a gourmet dinner provide a relaxing end to the day.

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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

You will enjoy breakfast with sweeping views across the Rift Valley before setting out towards the legendary Central Serengeti. Your journey takes you through the dramatic Ngorongoro Highlands before descending onto the vast golden plains of the Serengeti, where wildlife can be found in remarkable abundance.

Upon entering the park, begin your exploration by traveling deeper into the Seronera Valley, one of the Serengeti’s most renowned wildlife areas. You'll spend the afternoon searching the plains and rocky outcrops for lions, cheetahs, and elusive leopards, while giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife move across the surrounding savannah.

You will enjoy a delicious picnic lunch along the way, so you can stay immersed in the wilderness and make the most of your time in the park.

As the afternoon light fades, you continue to Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge. You settle in for a freshly prepared dinner and a peaceful night surrounded by the natural sounds of the Serengeti.

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:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Central Serengeti National Park to Lake Manyara Escarpment

Central Serengeti National Park to Lake Manyara Escarpment

You wake early to experience the Serengeti during its most active hours, when the cool morning air brings the plains to life. You set out on a game drive in search of lions, cheetahs, and leopards while vast herds of wildebeest and zebra move across the golden savannah beneath the soft morning light.

After an exhilarating morning exploring the Serengeti, you pause for a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by the open wilderness. Then, you'll begin your journey back towards the Great Rift Valley, leaving the endless plains behind as the landscape gradually changes to rolling highlands and dramatic escarpments.

By late afternoon, you return to Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara and settle back into its peaceful surroundings. You will enjoy a delicious dinner as the sun fades over the valley, followed by a restful night overlooking the beautiful landscapes below.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Following an early breakfast, you begin your final safari day with a descent into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Dropping approximately 600 metres from the rim, you will enter the vast floor of this ancient volcanic caldera, where a remarkable concentration of wildlife thrives within the surrounding crater walls.

You set out on a morning game drive in search of black rhinos, large lion prides, elephants, buffaloes, and grazing herds of wildebeest and zebra. At Lake Magadi, keep watch for flamingos gathering along the shallow waters, adding another beautiful dimension to the crater’s scenery.

You'll enjoy a final safari picnic lunch within this extraordinary natural setting before beginning your ascent from the crater floor. From here, you continue your journey back towards Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your guide will drop you at your preferred location.

We hope you leave Tanzania with unforgettable memories of your adventure with Serengeti Steppe.

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:
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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