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 from Arusha into the Serengeti

Fly from Arusha into the Serengeti

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

Your first game drive begins as you explore the vast Serengeti plains. Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other fascinating wildlife. Your guide will share insights into the animals and landscapes while allowing time to enjoy memorable sightings.

After a picnic lunch, continue your game drive before heading to Embalakai Serengeti Camp. Settle into your comfortable tented accommodation and enjoy dinner surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

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

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Wake up in the heart of the Serengeti and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a full day of wildlife exploration.

With no long-distance transfers today, you have plenty of time to discover the Serengeti's diverse habitats, from open grasslands to rocky kopjes and riverine woodlands. Your private guide can adapt the route to wildlife movements and your interests.

Watch for big cats resting in the shade, elephant families moving across the plains, and herds of grazing animals. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue exploring in the afternoon.

Return to Embalakai Serengeti Camp for dinner and another peaceful night in the wilderness.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater and Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater and Karatu

After an early breakfast, leave the Serengeti and travel towards the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Descend approximately 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife destinations. This natural sanctuary is home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, and the endangered black rhino, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Explore the crater floor with your private guide and enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by spectacular scenery. Later, ascend the crater rim and continue to Karatu.

Relax at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge, where you can enjoy a comfortable evening after an exciting day.

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 4

Tarangire National Park and Arusha

Tarangire National Park and Arusha

After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park, famous for its magnificent elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and beautiful savannah landscapes.

Enjoy a private game drive along the Tarangire River and through the park's diverse habitats. Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and perhaps lions resting beneath the trees.

After your safari, return to Arusha in your private safari vehicle. Your guide will drop you off at your hotel or another agreed location in Arusha.

Your safari ends in Arusha, with no additional flight required.

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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