Velam 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

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. This small city serves as the gateway to Tanzania’s famed northern safari circuit. After checking in, relax and recover from your flight. If time permits, enjoy a short city tour or visit a local market or coffee plantation. Enjoy dinner at your lodge and prepare for the safari adventure ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Karibu Heritage House
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive through the park’s rich landscape, where you might spot lions, giraffes, and antelopes. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife year-round, especially during the dry season. Arrive at your lodge in time for sunset, with dinner served under the stars. Overnight in a lodge or tented camp near the park.

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:
Africa Safari Karatu Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Tarangire – Serengeti National Park (Central corridor)

Tarangire – Serengeti National Park (Central corridor)

After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro highlands into the Serengeti. Depending on the migration's location, head toward the Central or Western Serengeti. En route, spot wildlife and enjoy a picnic lunch. Arrive at your lodge or tented camp for check-in before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Watch the sun set over the vast plains, where predators lurk and herds roam freely. Dinner and overnight in the Serengeti.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
La'Tonna Safari Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Western Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti (Migration Focus)

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti (Migration Focus)

Spend the day tracking the Great Migration. Depending on the season, this could mean witnessing dramatic river crossings or endless columns of wildebeest and zebra. Your guide will take you to the best viewing areas. Keep your eyes open for predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas that follow the migration. A picnic lunch allows you to stay out all day. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a night under the stars.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tanzania Bush Camps - Mara River
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at a Maasai village en route to learn about local traditions and culture. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim in time for breathtaking views of the caldera. The Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to an incredibly dense population of wildlife. Dinner and overnight with views over the crater.

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:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Early breakfast followed by a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day safari. Explore the lush crater floor where rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, and flamingos coexist. Enjoy a packed lunch before ascending the crater walls and transferring to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, a driver will transfer you to your beach resort. Settle in and enjoy your first sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation:
Warere Beach Hotel
  • Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Beach & Leisure

Beach & Leisure

Wake to the sound of waves and enjoy a relaxed breakfast by the sea. Today is free for leisure—swim, sunbathe, or stroll along the white sands. Optional activities include a traditional dhow cruise, snorkeling, diving, or visiting a local fishing village. You can also indulge in a spa treatment or fresh seafood lunch. Return to your resort for a romantic dinner. Overnight by the beach.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Warere Beach Hotel
  • Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Stone Town Tour & Spice Plantation Visit

Stone Town Tour & Spice Plantation Visit

After breakfast, take a guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its narrow alleys, historic architecture, and vibrant markets. Learn about Zanzibar’s history as a trade hub. Later, visit a spice farm where you’ll smell, taste, and learn about Zanzibar’s famed spices. Return to your beach resort in the afternoon for relaxation or water sports. Dinner and overnight at your coastal resort.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Warere Beach Hotel
  • Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Full spend on Beach

Full spend on Beach

Enjoy your last full day in paradise. Whether you choose to relax poolside with a cocktail or join a sea excursion—such as dolphin watching —the day is yours. For adventurers, a guided kayaking trip through mangroves is an option. Relish your final dinner with ocean views, perhaps with live local music to mark your journey’s end. Overnight at your Zanzibar resort.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
Warere Beach Hotel
  • Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 10

Departure from Zanzibar

Departure from Zanzibar

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with time for one last beach walk or swim. Depending on your flight schedule, you’ll be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure. Reflect on the unforgettable memories of thundering herds, majestic landscapes, rich cultures, and tranquil shores as your Tanzanian adventure comes to an end.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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