Colours Africa Tours and Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Welcome Tanzania

Welcome Tanzania

Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport and meet and greet our airport office representative who will assist you in case of any visa or passport control issues. You will then be welcomed in our office with refreshments where you will meet your guide. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Arusha is a city in Tanzania, East Africa, located at the base of the volcanic Mount Meru. It's a gateway to many safari destinations and to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak at 5,895m, lying some 100 kilometers northeast.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Mount Meru Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Home of Elephant

Home of Elephant

Embark on an exciting trip from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Get ready for a morning full of wonders in this stunning place.

Tarangire reveals its treasures. See the "land of giants," where big herds of elephants stroll among the huge baobab trees. Watch more than 550 types of birds, some staying all the time, others just passing by. It's like a beautiful dance in the sky with lots of colors.

But there's more to explore beyond the ground. Tarangire National Park is home to a lot of different plants and animals, making every moment special.

Don't miss the Tarangire River—it's like the heart of the park, making a colorful mix of different living things. Your day will be filled with two drives—one in the morning and one in the afternoon—to see all the amazing creatures that live in Tarangire.

As the sun goes down, enjoy a tasty lunch surrounded by the African wilderness. In the early evening, say goodbye to the park, taking with you the memories of the day.

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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Drive to Serengeti National Park

Drive to Serengeti National Park

Our day will begin as you are picked up early in the morning from your hotel. Following a brief introduction, your guide will direct you to your awaiting jeep in which you will begin your memorable African safari.

You will drive for 4 hours, passing through the Ngoro Ngoro Conservation Park and getting a glimpse of its famous crater. You will then proceed to Serengeti National Park, enjoying your packed lunch in the park itself. Following lunch, you shall proceed with more game drives until late in the afternoon, at which point you will check in for dinner before your overnight at Intimate Camp.

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:
Intimate Camp Seronera
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4-5

Explore wildebeest Migration

Explore wildebeest Migration

Get ready for an entire day filled with adventure as we delve into the wonders of the Northern part of Serengeti National Park. Our main focus? The epic spectacle of wildebeest crossing either Mara River or Gurumeti River.

In this vast region, witness a breathtaking congregation of over 1.5 million wildebeest as they graze across expansive grass plains. Picture the landscape, a harmonious blend of Acacia woodlands, lush grass plains, rugged rock outcrops, and gently rolling hills, creating a stunning backdrop for nature's most captivating scenes.

The Northern Serengeti is a realm of constant movement and natural drama, making each moment a potential encounter with the untamed. Whether it's the rhythmic migration of wildebeest or the silent majesty of Acacia woodlands, every element contributes to the captivating symphony of nature.

Your day will be dedicated to capturing the essence of this unique ecosystem later you will be taken to your Accommodation for overnight.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kon Tiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Northern - Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro

Northern - Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro

Today you will head out early for your morning game drive for a chance to witness a magnificent African sunrise in the bush. Head out after a cup of coffee and experience the wilderness and its magnificent creatures as they wake up among the dew-covered grasses. Later you will enjoy lunch at the park and continue with the Game route while Serengeti and
make your way to your accommodation in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Home of Big Five

Home of Big Five

After some breakfast, you will depart the Lodge with a picnic lunch and descend into the amazing Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the magnificent world of diversity that lies within, surrounded by the imposing walls that encircle the reserve.

It is possible to see all of Africa's big five within the crater among a vast array of other wildlife including hundreds of bird species. Enjoy a full day in the crater before departing for Mto wa Mbu in the late afternoon.

Ngorongoro Crater - Main Attractions:

Visit the largest unbroken volcanic caldera on earth
Home to Africa's big five
Witness Maasai tribesmen living among wild animals
Exceptional natural landscapes.

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:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Goodbye Tanzania

Goodbye Tanzania

Today, you will be picked up from the lodge in Arusha before being transferred to the airport for your schedule. Here, the team of Colours Africa Tour and Safari will say goodbye and wish you all the best.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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