African Polecat Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

The Land of Giants (Tarangire)

The Land of Giants (Tarangire)

Your journey begins in Tarangire National Park, where the landscape is painted with ancient Baobab trees and the massive herds of elephants that define this park.

The Experience: Spend the day tracking lions and leopards along the Tarangire River. The scale of the wildlife here is immense and untamed.

The Evening: Retreat to the Fig Tree Budget Lodge in Mto wa Mbu for a vibrant, local atmosphere.

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:
Fig Tree Lodge
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

The Rhythm of the Rift (Mto wa Mbu & Lake Manyara)

The Rhythm of the Rift (Mto wa Mbu & Lake Manyara)

We will ride our bikes to Lake Manyara after breakfast at 8:45 am and a brief recap of the excursion. Along with the breathtaking vistas of Lake Manyara, you will have access to zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and gazelles.

From 12:00 am until 1:45 pm, we then proceed for lunch and a little break. Following that, we travel on a cultural trip under the direction of your local guide to banana, coffee, and rice fields in order to see, engage with, and comprehend their everyday practices.

Mto wa mbu is a small town that is quite flat and devoid of hills, making it simple to go to by bicycle.

NB. A tuk-tuk is a free mode of transportation for the young and old unable to use or ride the bike.

Thereafter, our safari guide will drive you to Arusha After safari (Expected arrival in Arusha 4:50pm to 5:20pm.

Cost free options.
Maasai village
Painting
waterfalls and coffee☕
Rice plantations and village walks.
Hiking the great rift Valley.

Main Destination:
Mto Wa Mbu (Town)
Accommodation:
Migombani Campsite
  • in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro conservation

Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro conservation

Enjoy a transfer game for 4–5 hours (via Ngorongoro Conservation Area—possible short stop at viewpoint). Enter via Naabi Hill Gate.

Afternoon game drives in central Serengeti (Seronera region—excellent for big cats, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and plains game).

The Evening: Experience the Serengeti after dark with the sounds of the bush surrounding your camp.

Seronera is central and reliable for wildlife.

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
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Serengeti Sunrise & The Highland Ascent

Serengeti Sunrise & The Highland Ascent

Awaken to the prehistoric call of the Serengeti at dawn.

The Experience: Game drive through the Serengeti as you begin your journey back toward the highlands.

Afternoon: Drive to Ngorongoro Highlands (~2–3 hours to the rim).

You will witness the dramatic transition from flat savannah to the misty, forested slopes of the Ngorongoro crater rim.

The Evening: Set up camp at the Simba Campsite, perched on the very edge of the Ngorongoro Crater. It is raw, cold, and incredibly atmospheric.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • On the crater rim of Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

The Lost World & The City Retreat

The Lost World & The City Retreat

Our day begins early between 6:30-7:00am as we descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. The earlier we descend the great we increase the chances of encountering the black rhinos.

From the comfort of your open roof 4x4 land cruiser (safari vehicle) spend the majority of the time exploring the Crater. With its 600- to 650-meter-high walls, Ngorongoro Crater resembles a natural zoo. The landscape here shifts greatly depending on the season, and you're guaranteed to observe scenes found nowhere else in Tanzania.

After the chills and thrills of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the famous hippo pool we will proceed to Banana Eco Farm and enjoy, a farm-to-table dinner prepared with the freshest local ingredients.

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:
Banana Farm Eco Hostel
  • Budget guest house located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

The Waters of Kilimanjaro (Materuni & Chemka)

The Waters of Kilimanjaro (Materuni & Chemka)

Your final day is a celebration of Tanzania’s "hidden" nature.

Materuni Waterfalls: Hike through the lush rainforests of the Kilimanjaro foothills to reach the 80m towering Materuni falls. Enjoy a traditional coffee-making ceremony with the Chaga people.

Chemka Hot Springs: End your journey at the turquoise oasis of Chemka. These geothermal pools are crystal clear and surrounded by gnarled fig trees—a perfect, tranquil end to your adventure.

Final Departure: Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) or Arusha.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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