L & D Lion Guides 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

Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Direct Fly-In & Big Five Track)

Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Direct Fly-In & Big Five Track)

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your Zanzibar hotel to the airport. Board your flight and watch the azure ocean turn into the golden plains of Africa. You will land directly at a Serengeti airstrip, where your private guide and a custom 4x4 safari vehicle await you.

Dive straight into your first game drive, searching for lions, cheetahs, and massive elephant herds. After a delicious lunch at the camp, head out for a late-afternoon game drive to witness the legendary, glowing Serengeti sunset.

Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Tented Camp (Luxury Mid-Range)
Spend an unforgettable night in one of the highest-rated camps in the entire Serengeti. Into Wild Africa offers an authentic, intimate bush experience without compromising on comfort. Sleep in spacious luxury tents with king-size beds and en-suite hot showers, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

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:
Into Wild Africa Luxury Safari Camp Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Serengeti Sunrise Safari & Transition to Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti Sunrise Safari & Transition to Ngorongoro Highlands

Wake up to the sounds of the African bush. After an early breakfast, enjoy an intensive morning game drive to track predators returning from their nightly hunts. Today, we maximize your wilderness experience: your lodge prepares a delicious hotpot lunch for you to take along. Enjoy a unique, warm Bush Lunch surrounded by nature, instead of driving back.

Continue with an en-route game drive as you transition towards the cooler, lush landscapes of the Ngorongoro Highlands for dinner.

Accommodation: Kankari Lodge (Comfort Mid-Range)
After an exciting day on dusty safari tracks, the beautiful Kankari Lodge is the perfect sanctuary to recharge. Known for its exceptional hospitality and modern, stylish design, it offers pure relaxation. Unwind by the swimming pool, enjoy a delicious dinner made from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, and rest in a beautiful, comfortable room surrounded by lush tropical gardens.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater Floor Adventure (Black Rhino Hunt) & Flight

Ngorongoro Crater Floor Adventure (Black Rhino Hunt) & Flight

Beat the crowds with an early morning descent into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a collapsed volcano teeming with over 25,000 large mammals. This is your absolute best chance to spot the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch next to the Hippo Lake.

In the afternoon, ascend the crater rim and transfer comfortably to Arusha Airstrip for your direct flight back to Zanzibar, bringing your bucket-list journey to a flawless close.

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)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by L & D Lion Guides Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of L & D Lion Guides Safaris.