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 at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha City

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha City

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred (approximately 45 minutes) to the Gran Meliá Arusha Gran Meliá Arusha.

Located in the heart of Arusha City, the hotel sits on beautifully landscaped grounds at the foothills of Mount Meru, offering a peaceful and scenic setting. From the property, guests can enjoy stunning views of Mount Meru, and on clear days, even distant glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro. The hotel combines modern luxury with a tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place to unwind after your journey.

Gran Meliá Arusha features elegant rooms, lush gardens, fine dining options, and excellent facilities providing the perfect environment to relax, recover, and prepare for your unforgettable safari adventure ahead.

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

Day 2

Flight from Arusha to Serengeti National Park ( Melia Serengeti )

Flight from Arusha to Serengeti National Park ( Melia Serengeti )

After breakfast, our driver will pick you up from Gran Melia at 8:00 AM and transfer you to Arusha Airport, just a few minutes away. You will board your flight departing at 10:00 AM and arrive in the Serengeti by 10:30 AM.

Upon arrival, you will meet our driver and begin your game drive through the iconic Serengeti plains, home to abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest.

You will stop for lunch inside the park, enjoying the stunning scenery and the sounds of nature. The game drive continues until late afternoon, after which you will be transferred to your luxury lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, relaxing in comfort amidst the breathtaking Serengeti landscape.

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

Day 3

Relax at the Lodge then afternoon & Sunset game drive

Relax at the Lodge then afternoon & Sunset game drive

Today, we recommend spending some time relaxing at the lodge. You can also opt for a morning walking safari around the lodge grounds. After lunch, you will depart for an afternoon game drive, when the sun is lower and wildlife, including lions, are more active perfect for spotting animals and capturing stunning photos at sunset.

In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Day 4

Transfer from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Melia /Relaxation at the Lodge

Transfer from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Melia /Relaxation at the Lodge

Early in the morning, you will enjoy breakfast at your lodge in the Serengeti before departing for a scenic game drive transfer towards the world-famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

En route, you will experience exceptional wildlife viewing as you journey across the endless plains of the Serengeti and the beautiful highland landscapes surrounding Ngorongoro. Along the way, there will be opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat while enjoying the breathtaking scenery of northern Tanzania.

Upon arrival, you will check in at Meliá Ngorongoro Safari Lodge, beautifully located on the crater rim with spectacular panoramic views overlooking the iconic Ngorongoro Crater.

Optional activity: Hot air balloon safari experience available at an additional cost.

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

Day 5

Safari in Ngorongoro Crater then transfer back to Arusha

Safari in Ngorongoro Crater then transfer back to Arusha

Early in the morning, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the Ngorongoro Crater from your lodge located on the crater rim, offering one of the most spectacular natural panoramas in Africa.

This will be followed by breakfast at the lodge, overlooking the misty crater floor as the sun rises over the landscape.

After breakfast, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see a wide variety of wildlife in a single area. You will have excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino, all within the stunning scenery of the crater floor, which features grasslands, forests, and soda lakes.

You will enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater while continuing your game viewing experience.

In the afternoon, after the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha.

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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  • This tour is offered by Akondo Adventures, not SafariBookings.
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  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
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