Across The Wild Tours & 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

Welcome to Arusha, Tanzania

Welcome to Arusha, Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by an Across the Wild Safaris office representative. After a brief introduction and safari briefing, you will be introduced to your professional driver-guide who will accompany you throughout your journey.

You will then be transferred to Mount Meru Hotel, beautifully set at the foothills of Mount Meru and surrounded by lush gardens. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, recovering from your journey and soaking in the tranquil atmosphere. This is an ideal opportunity to relax, enjoy the hotel facilities, or take in views of the surrounding landscape.

Dinner and overnight stay at Mount Meru Hotel, marking a comfortable and relaxed start to your Tanzania wildlife safari adventure with Across the Wild Safaris.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Mount Meru Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Ngorongoro

Arusha to Ngorongoro

After breakfast, depart for the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders. Formed by the collapse of a massive volcano millions of years ago, the Ngorongoro Crater is a vast natural amphitheater often called Africa’s “Garden of Eden.” From the forested crater rim, enjoy spectacular panoramic views before descending by four-wheel-drive vehicle into this primeval ecosystem.

The crater floor shelters an extraordinary concentration of wildlife—around 20,000 animals—across grasslands, swamps, rivers, woodland, and a central soda lake. Expect to see large herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, and gazelle, which in turn attract predators such as black-maned lions, leopards, and hyenas. Lone bull elephants and flamingos around the lake add to this unforgettable experience.

After your crater exploration, proceed to Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, enjoying dramatic views over the crater floor.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Ngorongoro to Serengeti

Ngorongoro to Serengeti

After breakfast, continue your journey with Across the Wild Safaris as you travel to the legendary Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s oldest and most celebrated reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Famous for its vast open plains and exceptional wildlife, the Serengeti is home to the world-renowned wildebeest and zebra migration, a spectacular movement of millions of animals across the savannah during the short rains.

Arrive in the park and check in at Dove Serengeti Camp, ideally located for prime game viewing. Enjoy lunch and time to relax while taking in sweeping views of the wilderness. At 3:30 pm, enjoy afternoon tea in the lobby, then depart at 4:00 pm for an exciting afternoon game drive. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and other wildlife as the golden evening light transforms the landscape. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the authentic sounds of the Serengeti.

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:
Dove Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full-day Game Drive, Serengeti National Park

Full-day Game Drive, Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a full day game drive in the legendary Serengeti, across the endless plains, when wildlife is most active. The Serengeti offers exceptional game viewing year-round, and today you may be lucky to witness the famous wildebeest and zebra migration as vast herds move across the savannah in search of fresh grazing.

Your experienced guide will expertly track wildlife as you explore different areas of the park, increasing your chances of spotting predators, large herbivores, and a wide variety of birdlife. A packed picnic lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic spot within the park, allowing you to remain immersed in the wilderness.

After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive, discovering more of this iconic ecosystem and its abundant wildlife. As the day draws to a close, return to camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, ending a truly memorable day in Africa’s most famous wildlife reserve.

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

Day 5

Serengeti to Lake Manyara National park

Serengeti to Lake Manyara National park

After a relaxed early breakfast at the camp, journey toward the scenic Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. This compact yet diverse park is famed for its lush groundwater forest, dramatic scenery, and exceptional birdlife.

Lake Manyara is a true birdwatcher’s paradise, home to a remarkable variety of species including flamingos, spoonbills, pelicans, hornbills, kingfishers, and cormorants. As you explore the park, watch forest monkeys leap through the treetops, elephants resting in the shade of ancient baobabs, and—if you’re lucky—the park’s famous tree-climbing lions lounging along the branches of umbrella acacias.

Enjoy game viewing in this rich and varied ecosystem then proceed to Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge. Set high on the escarpment, the lodge offers breathtaking views over the lake and surrounding plains. It provides a comfortable and scenic end to another rewarding safari day.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Lake Manyara to Arusha

After breakfast at the lodge, your safari with Across the Wild Safaris comes to a smooth and memorable close. Enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha, passing through rural villages and the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania as you reflect on the remarkable wildlife encounters and experiences from your journey.

Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be transferred to the airport in time to connect with your onward, homebound flight. This marks the end of an unforgettable Tanzania safari, leaving you with lasting memories of iconic national parks, breathtaking scenery, and extraordinary wildlife sightings experienced with Across the Wild Safaris.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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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