Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris

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$2,250 to $2,355 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

Epic Arusha to Tarangire Game Drive

Epic Arusha to Tarangire Game Drive

Your journey begins with a scenic 2.5 to 3-hour pickup from your Arusha hotel or airport straight into the wild heart of Tarangire National Park.

What to Expect

Iconic Landscapes: Ancient baobab trees and sprawling savannahs.

Massive Elephant Herds: Tarangire's signature giants roaming freely.

Diverse Wildlife: Spot lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, and rare oryx.

Optional Walking Safari: Step out of the vehicle with an armed ranger for an intimate, boots-on-the-ground bush experience.

Why It's Valuable
Day One delivers an immediate, high-impact wildlife immersion. With concentrated animal populations gathering along the river, it sets an unforgettable tone for your entire safari adventure.

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:
Ikumbi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Into the Endless Plains-Central Serengeti Game Drive

Into the Endless Plains-Central Serengeti Game Drive

Depart your lodge and journey toward the legendary Serengeti, traveling through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands as your scenic transit route after breakfast.

What to Expect

1. Highland Vistas: Wind through misty, emerald-green peaks and rolling crater highlands before dropping down into the vast savannah.

2. The Endless Plains: Traverse the iconic, acacia-dotted landscapes that define the ultimate African safari experience.

3. Big Cat Territory: The Seronera Valley in the Central Serengeti offers world-class sightings of lions on kopjes, stealthy leopards, and cheetahs scanning the plains.

4. Abundant Wildlife: Encounter massive herds of wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, and hippos wallowing in the Seronera River.

Why It's Valuable
Combining a stunning highland transit with the pulsating wildlife capital of the Central Serengeti, this day delivers non-stop scenery, peerless predator action, and unforgettable adventure. You will enjoy Lunch at Picnic site.

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:
Sightseeing Luxury Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Full day game drive in Serengeti National Park

Full day game drive in Serengeti National Park

Unlock the ultimate safari experience with a full, uninterrupted day dedicated entirely to exploring the boundless magic of the Serengeti.

What to Expect

1. Dawn on the Savannah: Head out at sunrise to catch nocturnal predators wrapping up their night and golden light washing over the plains.

2. Exclusive Bush Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch served under the shade of a giant acacia tree right in the middle of the wilderness.

3. Big Cat Capital Action: Spend hours tracking lions lounging on granite kopjes, leopards draped across tree branches, and cheetahs sprinting across open turf.

4. The Great Migration (Seasonal): Witness massive columns of wildebeests and zebras thundering across the plains or braving river currents.

Why It's Valuable
A full-day deep dive removes all time constraints, allowing your expert guide to follow fresh tracks, track elusive predators, and immerse you fully in the raw, unfiltered rhythm of Africa's greatest ecosystem.
Ngorongoro Crater.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Sightseeing Luxury Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Descend over 600 meters into the magnificent caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with an astonishing density of permanent wildlife.

What to Expect
The Crater Eden: Explore a lush, enclosed volcanic crater floor featuring sweeping grasslands, shimmering soda lakes, and acacia forests.
The Big Five Haven: Witness a remarkable concentration of wildlife, offering some of your best chances to spot the rare Black Rhino alongside lions, elephants, and leopards.
Flamingo-Lined Waters: Marvel at thousands of lesser flamingos painting the soda lakes pink while hippos submerge in nearby pools.
Unrivaled Predator Density: Observe high concentrations of hyenas, jackals, and lions hunting or resting across the compact, vibrant ecosystem.

Why It's Valuable
Ngorongoro Crater acts as a natural wildlife Amphitheatre where you can witness virtually every iconic African mammal in a single breathtaking setting, delivering the highest density game viewing on the planet.

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:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Lake Manyara Game Drive & Return to Arusha

Lake Manyara Game Drive & Return to Arusha

Conclude your unforgettable Tanzanian safari with a thrilling morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park before your scenic return trip to Arusha for an optional overnight stay or departure.

What to Expect

Diverse Ecosystems: Journey through an enchanting groundwater forest filled with ancient mahogany trees, bubbling hot springs, and open acacia woodlands.

Primate Paradise: Encounter large, playful troops of baboons and blue monkeys swinging through the leafy canopy.

Waterfront Wildlife: Watch massive herds of elephants roaming near the lake shores, alongside graceful giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes.

Birdwatcher's Dream: Admire the shimmering pink spectacle of thousands of flamingos and pelicans gathered along the alkaline lake waters.

Why It's Valuable
Lake Manyara provides a stunningly lush, contrasting finale to your safari, combining dense tropical forests and dramatic Rift Valley cliffs into one final, breathtaking wildlife showcase before you head home.

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
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals 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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