Tanzania Pilgrimage Safaris

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$2,450 pp (USD)

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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

Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Your adventure kicks off with a journey to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant population and striking baobab-dotted landscape. Enjoy an exciting game drive across the park's riverine woodlands and open savannah, where you’ll encounter zebras, giraffes, lions, and a variety of bird species. After an immersive safari experience, continue to the nearby town of Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight at Ikumbi Lodge. Nestled in the lush green escarpment, the lodge offers a peaceful retreat to relax and refresh.

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

Day 2

Game Drive at Lake Natron

Game Drive at Lake Natron

After breakfast, depart for the stunning and remote Lake Natron. This soda lake, shimmering in tones of red and pink, is a key breeding site for lesser flamingos and home to unique arid-adapted wildlife. Enjoy a game-viewing experience around the lake and its volcanic surroundings, including the sacred Ol Doinyo Lengai. Later in the day, drive back through the highlands to the vibrant town of Karatu. Check-in at the charming Farm of Dreams Lodge, where you’ll enjoy sweeping views, a tranquil garden setting, and a comfortable overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Natron
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Scenic Drive to Central Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro

Scenic Drive to Central Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro

This morning, travel through the lush Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing traditional Maasai villages and panoramic highland vistas. Descend onto the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, where wildlife is abundant year-round. Along the way, enjoy wildlife sightings that grow in frequency the deeper you go into the park. By afternoon, reach central Serengeti and enjoy a thrilling game drive en route to your accommodation. Spend the night under canvas at Tukaone Serengeti Camps, a comfortable tented camp offering a true bush experience and close encounters with nature.

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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring the heart of Serengeti, where the savannah stretches as far as the eye can see. With your experienced guide, track prides of lions, spot cheetahs scanning the plains, and search for leopards lounging in acacia trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild as you explore different zones from river valleys to rocky outcrops (kopjes). In the evening, return to Tukaone Serengeti Camps for your second night in the wild, where campfire stories, starlit skies, and the sounds of the wilderness complete the day.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive in Serengeti, a perfect moment for predator activity and golden light for photography. After breakfast, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way as you ascend to the crater highlands. Tonight, stay at Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge, located in the lush woodlands near the crater. This serene tented camp offers a cozy atmosphere and a restful stopover before the grand finale inside the Ngorongoro Crater.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Forest Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive & Transfer to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive & Transfer to Arusha

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive inside one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife sanctuaries. This massive caldera is home to all of the “Big Five,” including endangered black rhinos, and offers an unmatched density of wildlife in a compact area. Explore the crater floor with a picnic lunch beside the hippo pool. After the game drive, ascend the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha, arriving by late afternoon in time for your departure or evening at leisure.

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:
  • All meals 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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