Akondo Adventures

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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

Flight from Zanzibar to Arusha airport / Transfer to Tarangire – The Adventure Begins

Flight from Zanzibar to Arusha airport / Transfer to Tarangire – The Adventure Begins

Your journey starts with a hotel pick-up in Zanzibar (timing depends on your location), and by 9:00 AM, our driver will transfer you to the airport for your 11:30 AM flight to Arusha. You’ll land at 12:45 PM, where our friendly team will warmly welcome you.

After a short safari briefing, enjoy lunch in the heart of Arusha city. Then, set off on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about the region's history and the rich culture of the Maasai people.

In the late afternoon, arrive at your lodge nestled in a wildlife-rich area. Here, nature comes to you elephants and other animals may pass right by your lodge. As the sun sets, relax and enjoy a delicious dinner surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush.

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:
Tarangire Simba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Game drive in Tarangire National Park

Game drive in Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at 7:00 AM, depart for Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, your guide will assist with park registration before you begin your game drive. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, giant baobab trees, and the Tarangire River, which draws wildlife during the dry season. Look out for lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, gazelles, and many bird species.

Enjoy lunch at a picnic site or inside the park, then continue your game drive into the afternoon. In the evening, head to your lodge near the Ngorongoro gate, offering stunning views of Lake Manyara. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater / Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater / Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

Today, we recommend waking up early for breakfast and departing at 6:30 AM for Ngorongoro Crater.
Why an early game drive? Wildlife is most active in the morning, and the views are stunning. If you're lucky, you’ll catch a beautiful sunrise from the crater rim.

You’ll spend the day exploring this incredible place. After lunch, The game drive will end in the afternoon, allowing for a convenient transfer back to Arusha Airport for your 4:30 pm flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, Your driver will take you back to your hotel in Zanzibar.

You’ll never forget your first glimpse of the Ngorongoro from above gazing into this vast volcanic caldera feels like discovering a hidden world. The descent to the crater floor is equally thrilling, bringing you into a realm ruled by nature, where no one may stay overnight. Expect to see Black Rhinos, lions, hyenas, elephants, flamingos, black rhinos, and more. When it’s time to leave, you’ll find yourself looking back, trying to hold onto every moment.

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)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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 Akondo Adventures, 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.