Akondo Adventures

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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 Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha City

Arrival in Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha City

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed and transferred by road (approximately 1 hour) to Gran Meliá Arusha. This luxurious hotel blends modern elegance with exceptional comfort in a prime location, offering an ideal setting to relax and prepare for your safari adventure.

Settle into beautifully appointed rooms, take advantage of the world-class facilities, or simply unwind and enjoy the serene surroundings as you ease into the start of your unforgettable journey.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Gran Meliá Arusha
  • Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast at 08:00 AM, you will depart for Tarangire National Park, enjoying a scenic drive of approximately two hours. Upon arrival, embark on a full-day game drive in one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations.

Known as the "Land of Giants," Tarangire is famous for its ancient baobab trees and large herds of elephants. The park’s diverse habitats support an abundance of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and various antelope species. With a bit of luck, you may also spot elusive predators such as leopards and cheetahs. Tarangire is equally renowned for its rich birdlife, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.

A picnic lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic location within the park. In the late afternoon, after an exciting day of wildlife viewing, you will continue to your lodge for 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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park

Full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park

At 7:00 AM, after breakfast, you will depart by road for Serengeti National Park.

The Serengeti is renowned as one of Africa’s premier safari destinations, offering extraordinary wildlife encounters across its vast, open plains. The park is home to immense herds of buffalo, wildebeest, elephants, giraffes, eland, impalas, and Grant’s gazelles, while predators such as lions and leopards are frequently spotted in their natural habitat.

You will enjoy a full-day game drive with a scenic picnic lunch in the bush, allowing you to remain fully immersed in the wilderness. In the evening, you will continue to your tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay under the African sky.

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 Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Game drive in Serengeti National Park

Game drive in Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, you will depart at around 6:30 AM for an unforgettable game drive, spending approximately 6 to 7 hours exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti.

This iconic national park is teeming with wildlife, including impala, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles. However, it is world famous for the spectacular Great Migration, one of nature’s most extraordinary events, where over 1.5 million wildebeest, 250,000 zebras, and 500,000 antelopes move across the endless plains in a timeless search for fresh grazing, following the seasonal rains.

Beyond the migrating herds, the Serengeti also offers thrilling encounters with apex predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, creating an awe inspiring safari experience that stays with you long after your journey ends.

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

Day 5

Transfer from Serengeti to Ngorongoro (Optional to Add Balloon Ride )

Transfer from Serengeti to Ngorongoro (Optional to Add Balloon Ride )

Today marks your final safari in the Serengeti National Park. You have the option to enhance your experience with an early-morning hot-air balloon safari (available at an additional cost), offering one of the most breathtaking ways to witness the Serengeti sunrise and enjoy spectacular aerial views of the wildlife and landscapes. Alternatively, you may continue with a morning game drive in the Serengeti. After a bush lunch, you will proceed with a scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro, where you will arrive at your accommodation on the crater rim for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater Drive to Arusha

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater Drive to Arusha

Start your day with an early breakfast before departing at around 07:00 AM for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a short drive of approximately 25 minutes from your lodge. Upon arrival, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive, accompanied by a picnic lunch enjoyed within the crater.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ngorongoro is one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. The crater is home to an incredible concentration of animals, offering excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the endangered black rhino. You may also encounter zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and a variety of bird species, including flamingos around the crater lakes.

In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, arriving in the evening. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari with Akondo Adventures.

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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not 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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