African Polecat 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

Zanzibar – Serengeti (The Plains of Safari Haven)

Zanzibar – Serengeti (The Plains of Safari Haven)

Board your private flight from the spice island of Zanzibar and soar over the Great Rift Valley, landing in the heart of the Serengeti.

Your expert guide will be waiting at the airstrip to begin a dramatic arrival game drive.

Track the Great Migration depending on the season or resident big cats before checking into Serengeti Safari Haven, where luxury meets the raw sounds of the African night.

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:
Safari Haven Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

The Serengeti – Full Day Predator Tracking

The Serengeti – Full Day Predator Tracking

Dedicate a full day to the "Endless Plains". We venture deep into the savannah to explore the hidden granite kopjes—the preferred lookout points for lions—and navigate the lush river loops where leopards are often found lounging in the branches of yellow-barked acacia trees.

At midday, pause for a gourmet picnic lunch served at a handpicked, secluded site in the heart of the park. Spend your evening back at the lodge, reflecting on the day's sightings under a brilliant canopy of stars.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Sightseeing Luxury Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

The Ngorongoro Crater – A Descent into Eden

The Ngorongoro Crater – A Descent into Eden

Early breakfast, then scenic drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO-listed natural wonder filled with Big Five, flamingos on Lake Magadi, and dramatic caldera scenery.

Midday: Enjoy a beautifully arranged picnic lunch at the peaceful Hippo Pool. Afternoon game drive as you ascend the crater rim, then continue to Mawe Mawe nestled along the tranquil edge of Lake Manyara.

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:
Mawe Mawe Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Tarangire (The Kingdom of Giants) – Zanzibar

Tarangire (The Kingdom of Giants) – Zanzibar

After a relaxed breakfast at the lodge, set out for Tarangire. Spend the morning on a thrilling game drive, encountering majestic elephant herds, lions lounging in the shade, leopards draped across branches, cheetahs on the prowl, giraffes stretching for acacia leaves, and countless plains game.

Midday brings a scenic break for a delicious picnic lunch beside the life-giving Tarangire River. In the afternoon, continue your adventure with another game drive.

Later, transfer to Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport for your scheduled afternoon flight back to Zanzibar.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

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.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of African Polecat Safaris.