Bush and Forest Explorers

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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

Arrive to serengeti national park

Arrive to serengeti national park

A day trip in Serengeti National Park offers an unforgettable wildlife experience. Starting early from your lodge or camp, you’ll embark on a full-day game drive across the vast plains, woodlands, and kopjes of the park. The Serengeti is famous for its incredible diversity of animals, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest. You might witness thrilling predator chases or peaceful scenes of animals grazing. The park is also home to abundant birdlife, including colorful species like the lilac-breasted roller. Midday, you can enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot surrounded by nature. The day ends with a beautiful sunset as you return to bush and forest campsite, filled with amazing memories of one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Serengeti national park migration safari

Serengeti national park migration safari

After breakfast your second day of safari will start to explore the south of Serengeti which offers an unforgettable wildlife experience you’ll embark on a game drive through the vast savannah, known for large herds of wildebeest and zebra during the Great Migration. The area is famous for its dramatic wildebeest give birth, expect to see predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards that follow the migrating herds. The diverse landscape also supports elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and a variety of bird species. With a picnic lunch in the wild, the day is filled with thrilling wildlife encounters and stunning scenery. By late afternoon, you’ll head back to your camp, full of memories from one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.

Main Destination:
Southern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Southern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti to ngorongoro highlands

Serengeti to ngorongoro highlands

A trip combining Serengeti and Ngorongoro Highlands is a packed and unforgettable safari experience. You start early, in Serengeti National Park where you’ll enjoy a thrilling game drive across its vast plains. Here, you can spot the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos—plus large herds of wildebeest and zebra, especially if it’s migration season. The Serengeti’s rich ecosystem also offers chances to see cheetahs, giraffes, and numerous bird species. After a scenic picnic lunch in the park, you’ll drive towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, home to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Descending into the crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll encounter an incredible concentration of wildlife including rhinos, hippos, flamingos, and large prides of lions in a unique volcanic caldera setting. I late evening you will go to one among the campsite inside the park for rest.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Ngorongoro highlands to arusha

Ngorongoro highlands to arusha

Your last day of Safari Ngorongoro Crater involves a scenic and comfortable drive after an unforgettable morning exploring the crater. You’ll likely start early in the morning, enjoying a final game drive inside the crater if time allows, spotting wildlife such as lions, elephants, buffalo, and flamingos in their unique volcanic caldera habitat. After the game drive, you begin your journey back to Arusha, which typically takes about 3 to 4 hours depending on road conditions. Along the way, you’ll pass through picturesque landscapes, local villages, and farmland, offering a glimpse of rural Tanzanian life. You’ll arrive in Arusha by afternoon or early evening, where you can relax at your hotel or explore the town. This trip provides a smooth transition from the wild beauty of Ngorongoro back to the comforts of Arusha, perfect for resting before your next adventure or departure.

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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