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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

Arusha to tarangire national park

Arusha to tarangire national park

Spend a full day exploring the beauty and wildlife of Tarangire National Park, Your journey begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Arusha, Upon entering Tarangire, you’ll immediately be welcomed by the, open savannahs, and the life-giving Tarangire River, which attracts a huge variety of animals year-round.

On your game drive, expect to see large elephant herds, as well as lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species. The park is also home to rarer animals like fringed-eared oryx and greater kudu.

Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site inside the park, where you can relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive, exploring more of Tarangire’s diverse landscapes and wildlife before beginning your return journey to Arusha in the late afternoon.

This day trip offers a perfect blend of adventure, wildlife, and natural beauty — all in a single, unforgettable day.

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:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Mto wa mbuu to ngorongoro

Mto wa mbuu to ngorongoro

Enjoy a full-day adventure to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, Your journey begins early in the morning with a scenic drive from mto wa mbuu, Upon arrival at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you’ll descend over 600 meters into the lush crater floor for a game drive.

Inside the crater, you'll explore a unique ecosystem that supports over 25,000 animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhino.

Around midday, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool, where you can relax and watch wildlife in their natural habitat.

In the afternoon, the game drive continues through different parts of the crater, offering more chances to witness the amazing diversity of flora and fauna. By late afternoon, you’ll ascend back up the crater rim and begin the return journey to Arusha, arriving in the evening with lasting memories of an incredible safari day.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Mto wa mbuu to hadzabe

Mto wa mbuu to hadzabe

Discover the rich cultural heritage of Tanzania with a full-day tour to Lake Eyasi, a remote, scenic lake located south of the Ngorongoro Highlands, Your journey begins early in the morning from Karatu. After a scenic drive, you’ll aound one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa. You’ll join them for a traditional hunting experience, using handmade bows and arrows, and learn about their lifestyle, and unique click language.

Later, visit the Datoga tribe, skilled blacksmiths and farmers known for crafting tools and jewelry from scrap metal. You’ll tour their homesteads, and learn about their culture and traditions. Around midday, enjoy a packed picnic lunch in a peaceful natural setting. After lunch, take a short walk near the lake, which is known for its birdlife and scenic views

By late afternoon, you’ll start the drive back to Arusha or Karatu, carrying with you unforgettable cultural insights and memories of a truly authentic Tanzanian experience.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
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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  • This tour is offered by Bush and Forest Explorers, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
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