African Polecat Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Northern Serengeti national Park

Northern Serengeti national Park

You will be picked up early in the morning from your hotel for a Great Migration Safari at the Northern Serengeti National Park. After that, you will be transferred to the Mara Katikati Tented Lodge for a full-day safari where you can marvel at the Great Migration and diverse wildlife. Once the safari is over, you can relax in the camp and enjoy the natural surroundings. The day will end with a delightful dinner under the stars. Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the Serengeti and connect with its stunning wilderness - get ready to be enchanted by the enduring magic of this African paradise.

Optional; on this particular day, you can do a balloon safari for 550$ only per person.
•Note: bathrooms are available on every gate and picnic sites
•Duration;7-8 hours.

Main Destination:
Northern 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:
Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Northern Serengeti National Park

Northern Serengeti National Park

Today we follow the migrations of the wildlife as we go northwest, exploring the broader parts of the Serengeti. Breakfast will be served in the morning, after and early morning game drive.

The Mara River crossing at Kogatende is a well-liked tourist attraction. Large herds of animals may frequently be seen crossing the river, which serves as an important migratory route for zebra and wildebeest. You may also get great views of hippos and crocodiles at the bridge. We keep driving till dusk to see more wildlife.

Optional; on this particular day, you can do a balloon safari for 550$ only per person.
•Note: bathrooms are available on every gate and picnic sites
•Duration;7-8 hours.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mara Kati Kati Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park

Central 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.
Towards the end of the afternoon, we will leave the Serengeti and proceed to Farm of dreams lodge for dinner and overnight. The excellent location of Farm of Dreams lodge on the top of a valley offers fantastic views over a coffee plantation and the walls of the Ngorongoro crater which can be enjoyed from the private terraces of the rooms.

Optional activities
Balloon Ride: You have the option to book a discounted balloon ride at $550 per person.
Maasai boma visit: a walk in the Maasai culture well known for hunting lions and drinking raw cow blood. Though these traditions are things of the past exception of drinking blood.

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

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Our day begins early between 6:30-7:00am as we descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. The earlier we descend the great we increase the chances of encountering the black rhinos.

From the comfort of your open roof 4x4 land cruiser (safari vehicle) 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 Manyara Secret.

Optional; Night Game drive at Lake manyara national park at an extra cost. Lake Manyara is more rewarding at Night.

•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:
Jungle Pearl Resort (Lodge)
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Biking to Lake Manyara and mto wa mbu cultural tour

Biking to Lake Manyara and mto wa mbu cultural tour

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 the bike.

Thereafter, our safari guide will drive you to Arusha (Expected arrival time 4:50pm to 5:20pm).
Cost free options.
Maasai village
Painting, waterfalls and coffee☕
Rice plantations and village walks.
Hiking the great rift, Valley, for breath taking views of Lake Manyara, Mto wa Mbu village, the Maasai Steppe and beyond.

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)
  • 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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