Tales of Tanzania Safaris

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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

Arrival

As you step off your flight at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a friendly Tales of Tanzania Safaris representative will be there to welcome you. They will then assist you in transferring to your hotel, where the rest of the day is yours to enjoy. You can relax in your room, take a refreshing swim in the pool, or embark on one of our day tours to explore Arusha town. The choice is entirely yours, and we're here to ensure you have a memorable start to your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Mvuli Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

The drive to Tarangire National Park is about 110 km and takes about 2 hours from Arusha. Tarangire National Park is a vast wilderness, renowned for its large herds of elephants, which can often be seen bathing in the Tarangire River. But it's not just elephants that make this park special. It’s also home to lions, leopards, and a myriad of bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. The park's diverse landscapes, from the lush Silale Swamp to the rugged baobab-studded plains, offer a unique backdrop for wildlife sightings.
You will enjoy a hot lunch at Tarangire Safari Lodge, followed by a thrilling game drive. As the day draws to a close, you'll be transported to the tranquil Burunge Tented Camp, where you'll comfortably spend the night. A delicious dinner awaits you, providing the perfect end to an exciting day of wildlife exploration.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

Imagine yourself in this lovely park, nestled between Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater. It's a place where you can witness the unique spectacle of a beautiful groundwater forest, home to blue monkeys, giraffes, elephants, lions, leopards, and a picturesque lake adorned with pink flamingos in the distance.
Stretching for 50km along the base of the majestic 600m high Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is a scenic masterpiece, a setting that even Ernest Hemingway praised as “the loveliest I had seen in Africa”. The road from the entrance gate winds through a lush jungle-like groundwater forest, where baboon troops lounge, blue monkeys scamper, bushbuck tread, and forest hornbills honk, creating a symphony of nature.
As part of your tour, you'll be treated to a delicious hot local lunch at one of our selected spots. In the late afternoon, you'll be chauffeured to your comfortable lodge for a relaxing overnight stay and a satisfying dinner.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park (Tanzania)
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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro

Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro

After breakfast you will head to Ngorongoro Crater. Your first sight of Ngorongoro Crater is likely not one you’ll easily forget. As seen from the crater rim, this natural bowl, both vast and intimate, is one of Africa’s most beautiful natural features, stretching 19 green kilometers (12 miles) from one side to the other. Down in the crater itself, you’ll explore an astonishingly rich, self-contained ecosystem that is protected by high crater walls. Here, lions and hyenas hunt wildebeest and Grant’s gazelle within sight of elephants and black rhinos. Your day spent here will reveal a surprising variety of habitats, from the Lereal Forest and salty Lake Magadi to the plains that rise and fall gently all across the valley floor. After the enjoying your time in the crater you will drive on to Serengeti for overnight and dinner.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
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:
Tukaone Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

A Full Day in the Serengeti

A Full Day in the Serengeti

Today you will explore the heart of the Serengeti on a full-day game drive. The Seronera Valley is renowned for its incredible predator sightings, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by nature before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, you will drive back to your lodge for overnight and dinner.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
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:
Tukaone Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

You'll experience the thrill of an early morning game drive, a unique opportunity to witness wildlife in their most active state. Departing the lodge before sunrise at 6 am, you'll have the best chance to spot the big cats returning from a night of hunting, as well as other fascinating creatures, in the cool morning temperature. After the exhilarating game drive, you will be chauffeured back to the luxurious lodge for a leisurely breakfast. This will be followed by a pure relaxation break, allowing you to unwind in the comfort and serenity of your surroundings. Later in the day, you will have the opportunity to capture the breathtaking beauty of the African sunset during an afternoon game drive. This is a perfect time for stunning sunset photos, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Tukaone Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Central Serengeti National Park to Isebania border

Central Serengeti National Park to Isebania border

Today, after a delightful breakfast, you’ll embark on an exciting journey to the Isebania Border. When you arrive, you’ll switch vehicles and meet your friendly new driver and guide. After a quick stop at immigration, you’ll cross into Kenya with a tasty packed lunch from Serengeti. Once you’re in Kenya, the adventure continues as you head to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, enjoying a fun game drive along the way! After your wildlife adventures, you’ll check in at the cozy Zebra Plains Mara Camp.

**Masai Mara National Reserve**
The Masai Mara National Reserve is often hailed as one of Africa's best safari destinations, and it’s easy to see why! With incredible wildlife, stunning savannah grasslands, and beautiful acacia trees, you’re sure to have an unforgettable safari experience. Enjoy every moment of your adventure!

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

We think you'll love the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of the best places to watch wildlife anywhere in Kenya. You're almost guaranteed to see plenty of predators, including lions, leopards, cheetahs and spotted hyenas. With so many impalas, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes and other prey species here, as well as over 500 bird species, you'll see plenty of safari action. Also everywhere are elephants, giraffes and hippos, and everyone who visits falls in love with the Masai Mara's classic safari landscapes.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Tour End - Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Tour End - Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Start your day with a delightful early morning breakfast
before checking out of the hotel. As you make your way
to Nairobi, enjoy an optional game drive along the way.
When you arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, we'll
drop you off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
based on your flight schedule.
It's always a bit sad when a wonderful adventure
comes to an end, but we hope your safari has filled
your heart with joyful memories. We can’t wait to hear
all about your experiences, and we really hope you’ll
join us again for another safari in the future!

Main Destination:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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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