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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

Full game drive at Tarangire national park

Full game drive at Tarangire national park

After breakfast, you'll head to Tarangire National Park with a packed lunch for a comprehensive safari. The park features diverse wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. It's known for its Acacia woodlands, massive Baobab trees, and swampy areas along the Tarangire River.

You'll also witness over 500 bird species in the swamps. Tarangire is a sanctuary for three elusive species: Greater Kudu, fringed-eared Oryx, and Ashy starlings.

After an exciting game drive, return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

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:
Manyara's Secret
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Journey to Serengeti National Park by air

Journey to Serengeti National Park by air

We will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Mnyara Airstrip. Please arrive 1 hour before your flight. Keep in mind that your luggage must not exceed 15 kilograms. You'll then board a one-hour flight to Serengeti. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted and transported from the airstrip to your luxurious overnight lodge by one of our Ro Scavenger safari guides in a 4x4 safari vehicle. The lodge is highly regarded and provides stunning views of the park.

If you arrive in the morning, you can have lunch and enjoy some leisure time at the lodge. In the late afternoon, usually around 3:30 pm, you'll embark on a safari game drive to explore the Serengeti's incredible wildlife. You'll return to the lodge in the evening, typically between 6 and 6:30 pm, just in time for dinner.

You'll spend the night at the Melia Serengeti Lodge.

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:
Melia Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full Game Drive at Northern Serengeti

Full Game Drive at Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, we'll go on a safari to Serengeti's northern region, packing lunch for the adventure. Our expert guide will take us to the Mara River, where the Great Migration occurs. Witness vast herds of wildebeests and zebras crossing the river, a perilous journey due to crocodiles. You'll also see intense confrontations between crocs and wildebeests, and encounters with lions, leopards, and cheetahs.

The Great Migration is the largest mass movement of these animals, happening from July to early October. After this awe-inspiring experience, we'll transport you to a camp in Central Serengeti for an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Melia Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Exploring the Serengeti's heartland on foot and by vehicle to observe wildlife

Exploring the Serengeti's heartland on foot and by vehicle to observe wildlife

After breakfast, enjoy a captivating morning walking safari in the scenic Serengeti.
Experience the beauty of this area up close. Follow it up with a game drive in Serengeti National Park, home to diverse wildlife such as elephants, impalas, buffalos, crocodiles, hippos, and famous migrations of zebras, gazelles, wildebeest, as well as apex predators like leopards, cheetahs, and lions. You can also spot various bird species like secretary birds, Kori Bustards, hornbills, vultures, and starlings.
Explore Seronera's diverse landscapes and enjoy a picnic lunch. Continue your game drive, taking in the stunning sunset. End the day with a bush dinner under the African night sky.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Four Seasons Safari Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

A hot air balloon adventure in the direction of the southern region

A hot air balloon adventure in the direction of the southern region

Enjoy a delightful balloon safari in southern Ndutu Serengeti after breakfast. This immersive experience in the captivating landscapes is best from January to March, when you can spot adorable lion cubs, elephant calves, and wildebeest calves. The weather is favorable, and the animals gather in the lush southern plains during the Wet Season.

Witnessing newborns also reveals the harsh reality of the food chain, with predators like cheetahs and lions taking advantage of defenseless young herbivores.

A hot air balloon safari offers a unique perspective on this life cycle and fantastic photography opportunities.

After the safari and a game drive, dine under the African night sky for a magical evening in the Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Southern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Four Seasons Safari Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Traveling from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater

Traveling from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, you'll journey from Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater. This natural wonder, hidden by towering volcanic walls, unveils a pristine landscape of savannah, acacia woodlands, shimmering lakes, and cultural Maasai presence. Formed two to three million years ago from a massive volcanic eruption, the crater is a unique realm.

Descending to the crater floor is an adventure. There, you'll be surrounded by wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and 500+ bird species. You might spot the critically endangered black rhinoceros. Enjoy lunch on the grasslands.

After exploring, head to your overnight accommodation for dinner and rest.

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:
Ngorongoro Lodge Melia Collection
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Exploring Morning Walking Safari At Ngorongoro Crater Rim Lake Manyara National Park

Exploring Morning Walking Safari At Ngorongoro Crater Rim Lake Manyara National Park

Following after your morning meal, our safari guide will collect you from your accommodation and take you to meet the park ranger for early morning walking safari at the crater rim, admire the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and experience walking safari at Ngorongoro crater rim. View take you to Lake Manyara National Park for a day of wildlife viewing, complete with a picnic lunch.

Activities: Observing wildlife during a safari drive.
Lake Manyara National Park is renowned for its remarkable variety of flora and fauna. The park encompasses diverse landscapes, including the lake, forests, and open plains. One interesting feature is that the lions here have developed a unique behavior of climbing trees, as they dislike the damp soil caused by underground springs. The park is teeming with primates, various bird species, and impressive large mammals.
After visiting you will be transferred to Arusha for your accommodation.

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:
Manyara's Secret
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Journey to Kilimanjaro airport by air

Journey to Kilimanjaro airport by air

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport, you'll be taken to Serval Wildlife, a luxurious eco-lodge in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, offering stunning views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro. This sanctuary is home to a variety of exotic animals, including African lions, colobus monkeys, Masai giraffes, bat-eared foxes, elands, ostriches, and blue and vervet monkeys. You can observe their survival-critical and situation-related behaviors up close.
Afterward, we'll transfer you to your final destination, whether it's the airport or a hotel, ensuring you've had a fantastic journey with Ro Scavenger Safaris!

Main Destination:
Serval Wildlife (Wildlife Sanctuary)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals 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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