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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 National Park

Zanzibar to Central Serengeti National Park

Your safari will start with morning air transfer from Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Seronera airstrip), Upon arrival at the Seronera Airstrip, our driver will pick you up to start your adventure in the famous Serengeti National Park, also known as "The Endless Plain.” This park is well-known for its healthy stock of resident wildlife, particularly the “Big Five”: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo.

Serengeti, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to around 200,000 zebras and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles that join the wildebeests’ trek for fresh grazing. Listen to the exotic sounds of over 6 million hooves pounding the open plains of Serengeti—just like how you imagined African wildlife to be.

After a long day of safari, you will drive to your accommodation for evening leisure and overnight at Tukaone Tented Camp.

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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Serengeti National Park Game Drive

Serengeti National Park Game Drive

After an early breakfast at the camp, you will depart for a full-day game drive in the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. Today offers a great opportunity to explore different areas of the park while searching for the incredible wildlife that makes Serengeti world-famous. You may spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, leopards, and many other animals in their natural habitat.

A picnic lunch will be served inside the park, allowing you to maximize your time in the wilderness and enjoy the stunning scenery of the Serengeti ecosystem.

In the late afternoon, you will continue with the game drive before heading to your tented camp located inside the Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay. Spending the night in the heart of the park offers a unique safari experience surrounded by the sounds and atmosphere of the African bush.

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

Day 3

Serengeti National Park to Karatu through Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti National Park to Karatu through Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast at the camp, you will enjoy another exciting morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, giving you more chances to witness the park’s abundant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. As you explore the endless plains, you may encounter predators such as lions and cheetahs, as well as large herds of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes roaming freely across the savannah.

Following the game drive, you will begin your journey toward the beautiful Ngorongoro Conservation Area while enjoying scenic views along the way. You will transit through the Ngorongoro Highlands, known for their lush green scenery and cool climate.

In the evening, you will arrive in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay, where you can relax and prepare for the next day’s safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater & Transfer to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater & Transfer to Arusha

After an early breakfast, you will descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a memorable game drive. Often referred to as one of Africa’s natural wonders, the crater is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and a variety of bird species. With a bit of luck, you may also spot the rare black rhino in its natural habitat.

You will enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater while taking in the breathtaking scenery surrounded by towering crater walls and diverse landscapes.

After the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and begin your transfer back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or evening depending on road and wildlife conditions. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari adventure in Tanzania.

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)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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