Shafino 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

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

At 8 AM, we depart for Tarangire National Park, a truly special destination! Marvel at its diverse landscapes, iconic ancient Baobab trees, and river teeming with wildlife. Tarangire boasts Africa's largest concentration of elephants, offering unique family interaction sightings. Our fascinating lunch spot features an observatory with amazing river views, often witnessing a hunt. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before heading to your accommodation, with upgrade or downgrade options available.

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:
Tarangire Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Enjoy a beautiful short journey across the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive. Though compact, this park boasts breathtaking scenery, famed for its lush acacia forests, giant fig trees, and abundant baboons and blue monkeys. Permanent residents include giraffes, elephants, impalas, and huge buffalo herds, with the lake teeming with hippos. The landscapes are truly indescribable, offering stunning photo opportunities of wildlife against the shimmering lake, often dotted with flamingos. Enhance your day with optional bike tours or boat excursions. In the afternoon, we'll transfer you to camp for dinner, with accommodation upgrade or downgrade options available.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, prepare for an exhilarating journey to the world's most famous wilderness: Serengeti National Park! We'll drive up the crater highlands, making a quick stop at the rim for an "out of this world" view of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater – a truly unforgettable moment. As we delve into the Serengeti, you'll instantly understand why its name means 'endless plains' in Swahili; its 6,900 sq. miles stretch to the horizon, defying your perception of distance. This is the epicentre of the Great Migration, home to two million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and countless antelopes. For Big Cats and predators, it's the ultimate destination to seek out lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, often mirroring iconic television scenes of river crossings. As your thrilling day concludes, you'll have the option to downgrade or upgrade your accommodation level for a comfortable night.

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:
Nyikani Camp Central Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Today is your full day to truly immerse yourself in Serengeti National Park, and it's all about your preferences! We offer complete flexibility, with your expert guide discussing the best timings for your game drives and wake-up calls to perfectly match your wishes. For instance, you might enjoy an early morning game drive, return to camp for a relaxing lunch and a brief break, then head out again for an afternoon exploration. Alternatively, opt for an exhilarating full-day game drive, complete with a scenic picnic lunch amidst the wilderness. The day is yours to craft! As always, you'll have the option to downgrade or upgrade your accommodation level for a comfortable night.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Nyikani Camp Central Serengeti
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Serengeti NP to Ngorongro Crater

Serengeti NP to Ngorongro Crater

Today begins with a suggested very early wake-up for a thrilling morning game drive – the optimal time to spot active animals and witness one of the best sunrises you'll ever experience! After our drive, we'll return to camp for a well-deserved, rewarding brunch. Then, we'll journey to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, truly the 8th Wonder of the Natural World! This vast crater, spanning 102 sq. miles with 2,000 ft high walls, acts as a virtual "Noah's Ark," harboring almost every indigenous East African wildlife species. It's one of the continent's very rare locations where you can witness the critically endangered Black Rhino. The crater's diverse landscape includes a river, swamps, a soda lake (teeming with flamingos), a forest, and open plains. It's also famous for its remarkably large elephants boasting huge tusks. We'll reach Ngorongoro in time for a spectacular sundowner, with the option to downgrade or upgrade your accommodation level.

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:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Ngorongoro - Arusha

Ngorongoro - Arusha

Today begins with a very early start as we descend into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for an incredible morning of wildlife viewing in one of Earth's most stunning places! After our thrilling game drive, we'll enjoy a picturesque picnic lunch near the beautiful Hippo Lake. Following lunch, we'll have time for a final short game drive before ascending the crater and exiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Arusha. We anticipate being back in Arusha around 5 PM, though we're flexible to accommodate or other situations you may have.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
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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