Simbaland Magic Tours

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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 park

Arusha park

Begin your 9-day adventure with a journey from Arusha to Arusha National Park, a beautiful area of forests, lakes, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. After entering the park, enjoy a guided walking safari through the forest, where you may encounter giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, monkeys, and a variety of bird species. Continue exploring the scenic surroundings with a game drive before settling in for dinner and an overnight stay in the Arusha area.

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
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), walking safari (with an armed guide) & nature hike/walk
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

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Upon arrival, begin an exciting game drive across the park's beautiful landscapes, exploring its savannah plains and seasonal swamps in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and many other wildlife species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, exit the park and transfer to your accommodation for dinner and an 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 (minivan)
Accommodation:
Fanaka Lodge
  • Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Mto wa mbu to lake natron

Mto wa mbu to lake natron

After breakfast at Fanaka Lodge in Mto wa Mbu, depart for Lake Natron, travelling through the scenic Great Rift Valley and traditional Maasai landscapes. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking experience around the lake, taking in its dramatic volcanic surroundings and observing flamingos and other birdlife. The walk offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the area at a relaxed pace while discovering its unique natural environment. Later, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Activities:
  • Game drive (minivan) & walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
  • Budget lodge located at Lake Natron
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti park

Serengeti park

After breakfast, depart from Lake Natron and drive towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying spectacular views of the Rift Valley and surrounding landscapes along the way. Enter the Serengeti and begin your first game drive, exploring the vast plains in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife. The journey itself becomes part of the adventure as you travel deeper into the wilderness. Continue with an afternoon game drive before heading to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (minivan) & walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Into Wild Africa Luxury Safari Camp Serengeti
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti national park

Serengeti national park

Wake up early for a full day of exploration in the Serengeti National Park, surrounded by the sounds and beauty of the African wilderness. Begin with a morning game drive when wildlife is most active, searching for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other species. After a picnic lunch in the wilderness, continue exploring different areas of the Serengeti with your experienced guide, taking time to appreciate the landscapes and wildlife. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (minivan) & walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Serengeti to ngorongoro highlands

Serengeti to ngorongoro highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive through the Serengeti National Park, taking advantage of the early hours to search for wildlife and capture memorable views of the endless plains. Continue your journey with a scenic transfer towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, with wildlife viewing along the way as you gradually leave the Serengeti behind. Arrive in the highlands in the evening, relax at your accommodation, and enjoy dinner before your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (minivan) & walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro crater

After breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting full-day game drive. Explore the crater floor, home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking scenery before continuing your wildlife exploration. In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

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 (minivan)
Accommodation:
Njia Panda Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Lake eyasi

Lake eyasi

After breakfast, travel to the Lake Eyasi area for an immersive experience with the Hadzabe community. Join the Hadzabe on a guided walking safari, exploring the surrounding bush while learning how they track wildlife, identify plants, and understand their natural environment. Experience their traditional lifestyle firsthand and gain insight into their hunting and gathering traditions. This day combines walking, nature, and meaningful cultural interaction, offering a unique perspective beyond the traditional safari experience. Later, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
Activities:
  • Game drive (minivan) & walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Fanaka Lodge
  • Budget lodge located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Lake manyara to arusha

Lake manyara to arusha

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for your final wildlife experience. Enjoy a game drive through the park, exploring its beautiful landscapes of forests, open plains, and the lakeshore while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, monkeys, and a variety of birdlife. After the game drive, begin your journey back to Arusha, enjoying the changing scenery along the way. Arrive in Arusha in the afternoon, where your memorable 9-day trekking, walking, cultural, and wildlife adventure comes to an end.

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 (minivan)
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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