Highneck Safaris

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$2,525 to $2,530 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

Arrival in arusha

Arrival in arusha

A Highneck representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha, where you’ll spend the night relaxing and getting ready for the exciting journey ahead. Your stay at Summit safari Lodge offers a peaceful retreat, combining comfort with natural beauty.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Summit Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire Nataional Park

Tarangire Nataional Park

In the morning, your personal safari guide will pick you up from your Arusha accommodation, and you’ll begin your journey toward Tarangire National Park. As you travel across the scenic Maasai plains dotted with acacia trees, you’ll see vibrant Maasai communities along the way walking, cycling, herding cattle, and guiding donkey carts. Tarangire is famed for its large elephant herds and diverse wildlife. From the open roof of your safari vehicle, you'll explore its savannas, swamps, and the vital Tarangire River, spotting animals like zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffes, and possibly even lions or leopards. After an exciting game drive, you’ll head to a comfortable mid-range lodge for a relaxing evening and dinner.

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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we’ll head toward the lush highlands where the Iraqw people cultivate wheat, coffee, and corn. As we pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you’ll catch a stunning glimpse of the Ngorongoro Crater before continuing to Serengeti National Park, arriving around midday. Spanning 15,000 km², the Serengeti boasts varied landscapes, from open plains and savannah to swamps, lakes, and hills. It’s also home to the famous Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and antelope move in search of grazing and water, depending on the season. After an exciting game drive, we’ll head to the Seronera Valley for dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.

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:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

This entire day is dedicated to exploring the wonders of the Serengeti on game drives. Home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including impalas, buffalo, crocodiles, and hippos, the Serengeti is especially famous for the Great Migration of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope. Their movement follows the rains, shifting from the northern woodlands and hills to the southern plains in November and December, and returning north from April to June. Alongside the migrating herds, you may encounter resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions. After an unforgettable day, we’ll return to our handpicked partner tented camp for dinner, relaxation, and a peaceful night on the vast plains.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After an early breakfast, we’ll set out for another thrilling game drive in the Serengeti, with a chance to spot the iconic “Big Five” lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard. As wildlife roams freely across the open, unfenced terrain, you’ll enjoy a seamless and authentic safari experience. We’ll then continue toward the Ngorongoro Crater, arriving at its rim for a first, awe-inspiring view of the lush grasslands, sparkling streams, and abundant wildlife below. Your evening will be spent at a handpicked mid-range lodge, offering elegant dining and spacious comfort for a peaceful night surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro crater

Early risers will be treated to stunning views of the sunrise over the crater rim. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll descend the steep track into the Ngorongoro Crater a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders. Formed around three million years ago, the 610-meter-deep crater spans 260 km² and is home to around 25,000 animals, offering some of the best wildlife viewing in Tanzania. In a short time, you may see wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and a wide variety of birdlife. With some luck, we might even spot the rare black rhino. After a rewarding game drive and picnic lunch, we’ll head back to Karatu for the night at one of our selected mid-range partner lodges.

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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast, we’ll set off for the final stop of our incredible safari Lake Manyara National Park. Located 120 km west of Arusha, this small yet diverse park is named after the shallow soda lake that dominates its landscape, attracting thousands of flamingos and over 500 bird species. As we explore, we may encounter monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, elephants, and if lucky tree-climbing lions. The park’s varied terrain includes grassy plains, dense woodlands, and striking baobab-studded cliffs. After one last unforgettable game drive, we’ll return to Arusha in the late afternoon, filled with lasting memories of the African wilderness.

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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals 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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