Tanzania Pilgrimage 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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari adventure begins with an early morning departure from Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Enjoy a scenic drive through vibrant villages, open farmlands, and rolling hills, offering a glimpse of local life and beautiful countryside.

After about 2–3 hours, you arrive at Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large wildlife populations. Upon entry, begin your first exciting game drive across the vast savannah plains. The park is well known for its large herds of elephants, often seen near the Tarangire River.

You may also spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and diverse birdlife. In the late afternoon, continue your game drive before heading to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight, marking a perfect start to your safari.

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:
Ngare Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Transfer to Central Serengeti National Park

Transfer to Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast at Ngare Lodge, depart with picnic lunch boxes and begin your scenic journey toward Serengeti National Park. Drive through the fertile highlands of Karatu and across the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying panoramic views along the crater rim before descending into the vast Serengeti plains.

As you enter the park, wildlife sightings begin en route to the Seronera area, the heart of Central Serengeti and one of the richest wildlife habitats in the ecosystem. The Seronera River attracts lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of herbivores year-round.

Enjoy your picnic lunch at a designated site, followed by an afternoon game drive across the endless savannah. In the late afternoon, proceed to your camp or lodge in Central Serengeti for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Tukaone Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Visit Wilderbeest Migration (Nothern Serengeti National Park)

Visit Wilderbeest Migration (Nothern Serengeti National Park)

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in the northern part of Serengeti National Park, the best location to witness the Great Migration (seasonal). This area is famous for dramatic river crossings at the Mara River, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave strong currents and predators as they move in search of fresh grazing.

Spend the day tracking the massive herds across the rolling plains and riverbanks. You may also spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and hyenas following the migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site inside the park while surrounded by breathtaking wilderness.

In the late afternoon, continue your game drive before returning to your lodge or tented camp in Northern Serengeti for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tukaone Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands

After an early breakfast, depart from Serengeti National Park and journey toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a scenic drive across the highlands before descending 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

The crater’s rich ecosystem is home to an impressive concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five, flamingos, zebras, wildebeests, and hippos. With its breathtaking scenery and abundant animals, it offers one of the best wildlife experiences in Africa.

Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool before continuing your game drive. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and proceed to Ngare Lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight relaxation.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Ngorongoro-Crater

Ngorongoro-Crater

After an early breakfast at Ngorongoro Safari Lodge, your professional safari guide will meet you for a short briefing before departing to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Drive to the crater rim and descend 600 meters into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.

Known as a natural wildlife sanctuary, the crater hosts an exceptional concentration of animals within its enclosed ecosystem. During your game drive, you may spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, and flamingos along the soda lake. The lush plains, forests, and swamps create diverse habitats that support abundant wildlife year-round.

Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool before continuing your exploration. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the rim and return to your lodge, concluding an unforgettable safari experience.

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:
Karatu Villas Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, we’ll pick you up from your hotel and drive to the stunning Lake Manyara National Park, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley. The park is famous for its dramatic landscapes, ranging from the soda-lake shores to dense acacia woodlands and rift escarpments. Embark on a thrilling game drive with your expert guide, spotting tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants, hippos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and colorful flamingos that often turn the lake pink during the wet season. Over 400 bird species inhabit the park, making it a paradise for bird watchers. Enjoy the lush scenery, wildlife encounters, and photographic opportunities that this compact yet diverse park offers. In the afternoon, return leisurely to your hotel or transfer to the airport, bringing your unforgettable Tanzanian adventure to a close.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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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