Sopai African 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

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania’s vibrant safari gateway, offers plenty to explore for those arriving early or extending their stay.

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a Sopai Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha for an overnight stay, preparing for your safari adventure the next day.

Enhance your experience with optional activities at an additional cost, such as a

relaxing swim at Kikuletwa (Maji Moto) Hot Springs, a Materuni Waterfalls excursion with a coffee tour and traditional lunch, a canoeing safari or forest hike at scenic Lake Duluti, an Arusha city tour including the Sanaa workshop, local markets, and Maasai curio shops, or a canoeing safari and nature walk combined with a game drive in Arusha National Park—offering a perfect start to your Tanzanian adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Tumbili Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at your lodge, depart for a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park with a packed picnic lunch. Located slightly off the main safari route, Tarangire offers a more peaceful and authentic safari experience. The park boasts one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania and is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes dotted with ancient baobab and acacia trees. As you explore its vast wilderness, you’ll enjoy incredible wildlife sightings while experiencing the untouched beauty that makes Tarangire truly special before drive to your accomodation for your 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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast at your lodge in Karatu, depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Known as “the endless plains,” the Serengeti is one of the most iconic wildlife sanctuaries in the world, celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and incredible biodiversity. Home to Africa’s greatest concentration of wildlife, the Serengeti offers the unforgettable spectacle of the Great Migration—where millions of wildebeest and zebra roam in search of fresh grazing. Enjoy a full-day game drive across this magnificent park before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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:
Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Explore Serengeti National Park

Explore Serengeti National Park

Enjoy breakfast at Serengeti Sound of Nature Camp before heading out for a full-day game drive in the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Spanning over 14,750 square kilometers, the Serengeti is the ultimate safari destination—famous for its vast golden plains, exceptional wildlife viewing, and the breathtaking spectacle of the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebra traverse the savanna in search of fresh grazing. After an unforgettable day of game viewing and adventure, return to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay amidst the tranquil sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Another must-see destination in Tanzania is the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, located in northern Tanzania. Thought to be the result of a volcanic explosion, this fertile valley is one the most beautiful natural wildlife safari destinations in the world and has even been named one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders. The enclosed nature of the crater has created an ecosystem all of its own, resulting in some of the best opportunities to spot game. It also has the densest known population of lions. Buffalo, elephants, leopards, and rhinos can also be seen here, in addition to a host of other well-loved African classics like the ostrich, zebra, cheetah, wildebeest, gazelle, and even hippos, after the extensive game viewing in the crater, we will drive to Karatu for your dinner and overnight stay.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Lake Manyara to Arusha

Lake Manyara to Arusha

After breakfast at your accommodation, depart with your picnic lunch boxes to Lake Manyara National Park well known for the tree-climbing lions for the full-day game drive and photography, there are a number of fascinating tourist attractions that can be explored within the under-grounding water forest of Lake Manyara National Park, The Park is well known for the tree climbing lions, and the soda lake attracts thousands of pink flamingos, after an extensive game viewing, you will be driving back to Arusha for your departure to your next destination as per your schedule.

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)
  • Drinks not included

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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