L & D Lion Guides Safaris

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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

Fly into the Serengeti

Fly into the Serengeti

Your safari begins with a transfer from your hotel in Arusha to Arusha Airport. Board your flight to Seronera Airstrip in the heart of the Serengeti, where your personal safari guide welcomes you with your private 4x4 vehicle.

Explore the vast plains and diverse habitats of the Serengeti, home to lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and countless other animals. With your own guide, you can take time to observe wildlife and enjoy the special moments that make a safari unforgettable.

After a picnic lunch in the bush, continue exploring before heading to Embalakai Serengeti Camp. Relax over dinner and enjoy your first evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Overnight: Embalakai Serengeti Camp.

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 (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Start your day with breakfast and a scenic drive through the Serengeti towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Keep your eyes open for wildlife along the way as the landscapes gradually change.

Descend approximately 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable natural wildlife habitats. The crater is home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhino, although sightings can never be guaranteed.

Enjoy a picnic lunch and discover the crater's diverse landscapes with your private guide. Later, ascend the crater rim and continue to Karatu for a well-deserved evening of relaxation.

Overnight: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge.

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:
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Tarangire and Return to Arusha

Tarangire and Return to Arusha

Your final safari day takes you to Tarangire National Park, a beautiful landscape of ancient baobab trees, rolling savannah, and the life-giving Tarangire River.

Tarangire is particularly famous for its impressive elephant herds, often seen moving through the park beneath towering baobabs. Your private guide will help you discover the park's wildlife, which may include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and lions.

Enjoy your final game drive and take in the sights and sounds of the African bush before returning to Arusha.

Your safari concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or another agreed location in Arusha.

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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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  • This tour is offered by L & D Lion Guides Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
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