L & D Lion Guides Safaris

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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

Tarangire National Park - Elephants & Baobabs

Tarangire National Park - Elephants & Baobabs

Your safari adventure begins with a warm welcome from your private guide in Arusha. Journey through the beautiful Tanzanian countryside to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem famous for its magnificent baobab trees and impressive elephant herds.

As you explore the park, watch elephants wandering beneath ancient trees, giraffes gracefully crossing the savannah, and zebras and antelopes gathering along the Tarangire River. Keep your eyes open for lions resting in the shade or other unexpected wildlife encounters.

Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before continuing your game drive through this remarkable wilderness.

In the late afternoon, travel through the scenic countryside to Karatu, where a relaxing evening and delicious dinner await you.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater & Journey to the Serengeti

Ngorongoro Crater & Journey to the Serengeti

Rise early for one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife experiences. After breakfast, travel to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend into this breathtaking natural sanctuary, surrounded by towering crater walls.

Explore the crater floor, where lions roam the grasslands, buffaloes graze, hippos relax in pools, and elephants wander through the forests. With a little luck, you may even spot the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid this spectacular scenery.

After your crater adventure, continue across the dramatic Ngorongoro Highlands towards the endless plains of the Serengeti. Watch the landscape transform as you enter one of the world's most celebrated wildlife destinations.

Arrive at your camp in Central Serengeti for dinner and an unforgettable night beneath the African stars.

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
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Full-Day Safari in the Serengeti

Full-Day Safari in the Serengeti

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and prepare for a full day of adventure in the legendary Serengeti National Park.

Explore vast golden plains, rocky kopjes and wildlife-rich valleys as your private guide searches for the animals that make this ecosystem so extraordinary. Watch for lions resting on rocky outcrops, cheetahs scanning the grasslands, elusive leopards in the trees and herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the savannah.

Every game drive brings new surprises, from dramatic predator encounters to peaceful moments watching elephants and giraffes in their natural habitat.

With no fixed group schedule, you can take your time enjoying wildlife sightings and capturing unforgettable photographs. Return to your camp for another magical evening in the Serengeti.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti Morning Safari & Return to Karatu

Serengeti Morning Safari & Return to Karatu

Enjoy the magic of the Serengeti one last time as the morning light spreads across the endless plains. Set out on a final game drive, searching for wildlife as the savannah awakens to a new day.

Perhaps you will encounter a pride of lions, a graceful giraffe browsing among the acacia trees or a herd of elephants making its way through the grasslands. Every moment offers another opportunity to experience the beauty of this extraordinary wilderness.

As you leave the Serengeti behind, travel through the spectacular landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with sweeping views of the highlands along the way.

Continue to the charming town of Karatu, where you can unwind, reflect on your adventures and enjoy a peaceful evening.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha

Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha

Your final safari day takes you to the enchanting Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful destination where lush groundwater forests meet open grasslands and the shimmering lake beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Explore this diverse landscape in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos and playful troops of baboons. Look carefully into the trees for the park's famous, though rarely spotted, tree-climbing lions. Depending on the season, you may also encounter a wonderful variety of birdlife along the lakeshore.

Enjoy your final picnic lunch surrounded by Tanzania's natural beauty before returning to Arusha.

As your safari comes to an end, take home unforgettable memories of extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and the magic of Africa.

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
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other 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.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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