African Polecat Safaris

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$2,527 pp (USD)

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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

Materuni village, waterfall and coffee tour

Materuni village, waterfall and coffee tour

Your journey begins at the Banana Farm Eco Hostel, an eco-friendly retreat nestled within lush banana plantations.
Settle into your cabin and enjoy fresh farm products like homemade jams and coffee straight from the source. Spend your afternoon taking a gentle nature walk through the farm or visiting the nearby river.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
Njiro Legacy Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Journey south to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering ancient baobab trees and massive elephant herds roaming the rugged Rift Valley. Spend the day immersed in wildlife viewing across the open savannah and along the Tarangire River, tracking predators and diverse herbivores, before heading to an accommodation for dinner and overnight.

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

Day 3

Journey to the Serengeti

Journey to the Serengeti

Depart the Rift Valley and travel through the scenic highlands and past the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enter the vast, undulating plains of the Serengeti for a thrilling afternoon game drive, tracking the pulse of wildlife and predator activity across the savannah before retiring to an accommodation for dinner and overnight.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Nakupenda Luxury Camps
  • Luxury accommodation
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Dedicate a full day to exploring the boundless horizons of the Serengeti. Traverse the open plains, river lines, and kopjes, tracking the high concentration of big cats and observing the raw rhythm of nature. Enjoy an intimate picnic lunch amidst the wilderness, followed by an afternoon game drive as the sun dips below the horizon, before returning to an accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Depart the Serengeti and journey toward the mist-veiled highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a magnificent natural amphitheater teeming with an extraordinary density of wildlife, including the chance to spot the rare black rhino and massive tuskers. Following an unforgettable exploration of the crater floor, ascend the rim to an accommodation for dinner and overnight.

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:
Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Journey to the lush, groundwater-fed forests of Lake Manyara National Park. Nestled beneath the steep cliffs of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the park offers a striking contrast of dense woodlands, open floodplains, and soda flats. Spend the day tracking troops of baboons, blue monkeys, and iconic tree-climbing lions, alongside flocks of flamingos painting the shallows pink, before retiring to an accommodation for dinner and overnight.

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:
Ikumbi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour, Walking & Tuk-Tuk Ride

Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour, Walking & Tuk-Tuk Ride

Conclude your adventure with an immersive cultural exploration of Mto wa Mbu village. Start with a guided walking tour through local farms, banana plantations, and artisan workshops to experience daily community life. Afterward, hop into a local tuk-tuk for a fun, breezy ride through the vibrant town streets, market stalls, and local spots, before your journey concludes with a scenic transfer back to Arusha for your departure.

Main Destination:
Mto Wa Mbu (Town)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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 African Polecat Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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