Sercar Serengeti Wildlife 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

Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your dedicated Serengeti Wildlife Safaris driver-guide. From there, you’ll be transferred in a private vehicle to your comfortable accommodation in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxing evening with a delicious dinner and overnight stay as you prepare for the incredible safari adventure that begins the next day.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Forest Hill Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located near Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire

Arusha to Tarangire

After an early breakfast, your Serengeti Wildlife Safaris driver-guide will escort you to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem of the northern circuit named after the life-sustaining Tarangire River. Especially vibrant during the dry season, the park is renowned for its large elephant herds, towering baobabs, and diverse landscapes, ranging from acacia woodlands to dense groundwater forests.

During your game drive, expect to encounter a wide variety of wildlife, including giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, and an impressive array of birdlife. Tarangire boasts more breeding bird species than any other park in the world. Predators such as lions and leopards are often seen trailing prey along the riverbanks.

After a packed day of wildlife viewing and a picnic lunch in the bush, you’ll continue to your carefully selected mid-range lodge near Tarangire, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a restful overnight stay in comfort.

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:
Jungle Pearl Resort (Lodge)
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Jungle pearl to lake manyara NP

Jungle pearl to lake manyara NP

After breakfast, your Serengeti Wildlife Safaris driver-guide will take you to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its rich birdlife, tree-climbing lions, and diverse landscapes. The park stretches along the Great Rift Valley and features a seasonal alkaline lake that attracts thousands of flamingos during the rains. As you explore, you may spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and more.

Following a picnic lunch and a rewarding game drive, you’ll head to Karatu, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a comfortable overnight stay at one of our selected mid-range partner.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Jungle Pearl Resort (Lodge)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Lake manyara to serengeti national park

Lake manyara to serengeti national park

After an early breakfast, you will depart for the Serengeti, traveling via the scenic Ngorongoro Crater. En route, enjoy a brief descent into the Crater—an ancient caldera renowned for its breathtaking views and rich concentration of wildlife including lions, zebras, wildebeest, and the rare black rhino.

By midday, you'll arrive in the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where the vast savannah stretches endlessly and teems with wildlife. After check-in and lunch, embark on your first Serengeti game drive. This iconic reserve is home to the Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, and is the setting for the Great Migration—one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth.

Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at a comfortable mid-range lodge within the Serengeti, 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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti national park

Serengeti national park

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in the heart of Serengeti National Park with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris. Famous for its endless plains and rich wildlife, the Serengeti offers sightings of lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and more. It’s also home to the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes move in search of fresh grazing.

After a picnic lunch or lodge meal, continue exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems. In the evening, return to your comfortable mid-range tented lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

You’ll spend your nights soaking in the unmatched beauty of the Serengeti wilderness.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Serengeti to ngorongoro crater

Serengeti to ngorongoro crater

After an early breakfast, set out on a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris. This is your last chance to experience the magic of the Serengeti's vast landscapes and encounter its incredible wildlife, including predators, large herds, and possibly the Great Migration, depending on the season.

In the afternoon, begin your scenic transfer to Karatu, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy breathtaking views along the Crater rim as you journey toward the lush highlands. Arrive in Karatu by evening and check in at your mid-range lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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:
The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro to zanzibar

Ngorongoro to zanzibar

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations, offering exceptional opportunities to spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, alongside large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. With its unique ecosystem and dramatic scenery, the Crater offers a truly unforgettable safari experience.

In the late afternoon, ascend from the Crater and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. From there, you’ll board a scheduled flight to Zanzibar Island, where the next chapter of your adventure begins. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, you will be met and transferred to your beach hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
  • Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8-9

Zanzibar island

Zanzibar island

Settle into the idyllic coastal town of Nungwi, located on the northern tip of Zanzibar. Famous for its soft white coral sands and clear turquoise waters, Nungwi offers the perfect mix of tranquility and vibrant beach life.

This area is ideal for swimming and snorkeling throughout the day, thanks to minimal tidal changes and pristine, reef-rich waters. Guests can enjoy a range of optional activities, including sunset dhow cruises, diving excursions, parasailing, or simply relaxing by the ocean.

As traditional dhow boats sail across the glowing sea at sunset, Nungwi’s charm is unmistakable. You will spend two memorable nights in this tropical paradise, soaking in the beauty and serenity of Zanzibar’s northern coast.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
  • Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 10

Departure

Departure

After breakfast and a bit of relaxation at the hotel in Zanzibar, you will be transferred straight to the airport or ferry. This will mark the end of your epic adventure.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)
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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