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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 to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Get ready for an epic adventure! We'll kick off with a 2-hour drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Brace yourself for incredible wildlife sightings – Tarangire is home to a multitude of elephants! From vast grasslands to iconic baobab trees, you'll soak in the essence of untamed nature.

Now, let's dive into Jungle Pearl Resort – a hidden gem tucked away in the jungle! If you're up for a blend of adventure and African traditions, this place is a must-visit.

Feast on delectable meals, unwind in cozy Maasai bomas, and let the magical sounds of the African night enchant you. It's a journey filled with thrilling moments and unforgettable experiences!

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:
Jungle Pearl Resort (Lodge)
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Tanzania’s oldest park, covering a whopping 1.5 million hectares, it's home to an incredible diversity of animals. As well as the famous wildebeest migration.

After breakfast, we depart to Serengeti between 8:45 & 9:00am, Along the way we will pause for 15-20 minutes at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint to soak in the breathtaking view of the crater. We will arrive in time for lunch at Serengeti Nabi gate and a little walk stretch our legs.

Proceed for a game drive including a sunset game drive while heading to your selected accommodation for dinner & overnight inside the endless plains of the Serengeti.

Optional activity.
Maasai boma visit: a walk in the Maasai culture well known for drinking raw cow blood.
Olduvai Gorge Museum is available at an extra cost.
Balloon ride

•Washroom are located in all picnic sites as well as all gates.

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:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Our day begins with an early sunrise game drive, as the park comes to life and nocturnal predators like lions finish their night hunts. After the morning game drive, we proceed back to your accommodation for breakfast.

In the afternoon we will stop at Naabi Gate for lunch. After lunch proceed with a transit game viewing while heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for an overnight stay. We arrive at our camping grounds in the early evening, for dinner and sunset.

Optional Balloon Ride: a balloon safari for breath taking views, sunrise, areal videos and images.

•Note; bathrooms are available on every gate and picnic sites around the park
•Duration;7-8 hours.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

We begin early between 6:00-6:30am and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. The earlier we descend the great we increase our chances of encountering the black rhinos.

From the comfort of your open roof 4x4 land cruiser spend the majority of the time exploring the Crater. With its 600- to 650-meter-high walls Ngorongoro Crater resembles a natural zoo. The landscape here shifts greatly depending on the season, and you're guaranteed to observe scenes found nowhere else in Tanzania.

After the chills and thrills of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the famous hippo pool. Thereafter, our guide will drive you back to arusha for dinner and overnight.

•Washrooms are available in all entry gates, & picnic sites.
•Game drive. 7-8 hours.

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
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Manyara National Pak

Manyara National Pak

We will ride our bikes to Lake Manyara after breakfast at 8:45 am and a brief recap of the excursion. Along with the breathtaking vistas of Lake Manyara, you will have access to zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and gazelles.

From 12:00 am until 1:45 pm, we proceed for lunch and a little break. Following that, we travel on a cultural trip under the direction of your local guide to banana, coffee, and rice fields in order to engage their everyday practices.

Mto wa mbu is a small town that is quite flat and devoid of hills, making it simple to go to by bicycle. A tuk-tuk is a free mode of transportation for the young and old unable to use or ride a bike.

Thereafter, our safari guide will drive you to Arusha (Expected arrival time 4:50pm to 5:20pm) for your flight to Zanzibar. Enjoy the scenic journey and anticipate the transition from the savannah to the stunning beaches of Zanzibar. With inclusive transfers awaiting you upon arrival, your seamless transition to coastal paradise begins.

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:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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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