Origin Wildlife Safaris

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$1,870 pp (USD)

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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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Early in the morning, we'll pick you up from the airport or hotel to start our exciting drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its diverse landscapes. Tarangire is famous for its ancient baobab trees and the highest concentration of elephants in Tanzania, providing unique opportunities to observe these magnificent animals and their behavior.

Your day includes a thrilling game drive through the park, focusing on prime areas for spotting wildlife, especially elusive predators like cheetahs and lions, as well as other fascinating animals inhabiting the park.

In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Tarangire River picnic site, where you can take in views of the river and wildlife. You might also have charming encounters with small monkeys and baboons during your meal.

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:
Mawe Mawe Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Safari to Ngorongoro Crater for Game Drive and Overnight in Central Serengeti

Safari to Ngorongoro Crater for Game Drive and Overnight in Central Serengeti

After an early delicious breakfast, you'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an extraordinary wildlife game drive with a packed picnic lunch. The crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its dense wildlife population. It's one of the prime spots to spot the majestic Big Five, and you're almost guaranteed to see lions and Cape buffalo year-round. After this incredible experience at Ngorongoro Crater at 2:00 pm, you will drive to Serengeti National Park. Then, you will have an overnight stay and relaxation at your accommodations.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park Game Drive

Central Serengeti National Park Game Drive

On this day, after a delicious breakfast, you'll embark on an unforgettable adventure with a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. You'll start pre-dawn with coffee and anticipation. Then, you'll board a 4x4 and explore the vast savannah. You'll witness the grandeur of grazing zebras, towering giraffes, and trumpeting elephants. You'll spot elusive predators like lions and cheetahs, and marvel at diverse landscapes from rocky kopjes to acacia woodlands. You'll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch under the shade of a majestic tree. Then, you'll continue your exploration as the golden hour bathes the plains in warmth. As the sun sets, you will return to your lodge with memories of the Serengeti's breathtaking beauty and the thrill of encountering Africa's 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:
Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park Game Drive then Transfer to Arusha/JRO

Serengeti National Park Game Drive then Transfer to Arusha/JRO

Your adventure begins with a thrilling game drive through the heart of the Serengeti. As the sun rises, casting long shadows across the golden savannah, keep your eyes peeled for lions lounging on granite kopjes, their manes catching the first rays of light. Towering giraffes will amble by, their patterned coats a stark contrast to the sprawling plains. You'll be on the lookout for herds of zebras, their black and white stripes a mesmerizing sight as they thunder across the grasslands. You might even spot a cheetah in a burst of speed, its sleek form a blur as it chases down its prey. After an unforgettable morning filled with wildlife encounters, you will have your delicious lunch. Then, you'll start driving across the Ngorongoro highlands, approaching to city where you will have your overnight stay or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport back home.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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 Origin Wildlife Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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