Kibo Mawenzi 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

After enjoying breakfast, embark on a two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Upon entering the park, embark on a game drive through the stunning golden Savannah that encompasses the Tarangire River. The river is a crucial water source for the park's wildlife during the dry season and provides a captivating backdrop for game viewing.

Lined with acacia and baobab trees, the river is a watering hole for the park's vast elephant population and other herbivores. While taking in the stunning views during your picnic lunch, beware of the mischievous monkey population, who may try to steal your food!

As you drive through the park, be on the lookout for lions, leopards, Cape buffalo, and a wide variety of antelope species. If you're fortunate, you may be lucky to come across some rare animals such as the Greater kudu, the fringe-eared oryx, or wild dogs. After concluding your day's drive, return to your accommodations for the evening.

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:
Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
  • Budget hotel located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After enjoying breakfast at your lodge or campsite, you will embark on a journey to the Serengeti National Park. En route, you will have the opportunity to visit the Olduvai Gorge, where Leakey's family made significant discoveries of human fossils dating back millions of years, providing evidence that Africa is the cradle of mankind.

Upon entering the Serengeti through the Naabi Hill gate, you will begin your game drives within the park. You can expect to see a variety of animals throughout the year, with the Great Migration being a highlight for many travelers. While resident species such as buffaloes, elephants, cheetahs, lions, baboons, zebras, and a plethora of bird species can be seen year-round.

You will spend the night at either the Seronera Campsite or Lobo Campsite, depending on the time of year. All meals are included in your stay.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park Transitioning to Ngorongoro National Park

Serengeti National Park Transitioning to Ngorongoro National Park

Rise and shine early for an unforgettable sunrise game drive. As the birds serenade you with their songs, keep an eye out for leopards and lions on the hunt, as well as hippos returning to their watery homes. After a few hours, return to your accommodation around 9:00 am for a delicious, leisurely breakfast.

Begin your day with an early breakfast, followed by a thrilling morning game drive where you may witness predators or nocturnal animals in action. After the drive, return to the camp for a delicious lunch. Later, continue your journey towards Ngorongoro Crater with an afternoon game drive en route. As the day comes to an end, arrive at Simba Campsite, located on the crater rim, for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Magical Ngorongoro Crater safari

Magical Ngorongoro Crater safari

Begin your day with an early breakfast, followed by a thrilling morning game drive where you may witness predators or nocturnal animals in action.

After your game drive, enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch near the stunning Hippo Lake. There will be time for a short game drive before ascending the crater and exiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Next, we'll make our way towards Lake Manyara National Park and arrive at Fig Tree Lodge and Campsite for dinner and your 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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Prepare for even more exciting adventures as we take you to Lake Manyara National Park. The park stretches for miles along the verdant base of the gold-speckled Rift Valley escarpment, offering a breathtaking array of vistas. Watch in awe as dark-coloured giraffes roam the savannah plains and tree-climbing lions slick through the rugged terrain.

Marvel at monkeys as they frolic in the forest canopy, sight hippos camouflaging themselves in the soda lake's tranquil waters. Lake Manyara is a bird watcher's paradise, with over 400 species to discover. In addition to bird watching, experience the array of wildlife, including buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, mongoose, klipspringers, and bushbucks. A delightful picnic lunch will be served in the park before we embark on an unforgettable game drive.

Afterwards, we'll return to Arusha for a celebratory dinner and overnight stay as you wait to finalize the safari.

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:
Karibu Heritage House
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Chemka Hotspring and Materuni tour

Chemka Hotspring and Materuni tour

The tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and welcome you to the Chemka Hotspring and Materuni tour.

You'll proceed to Materuni Waterfalls which is located under the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is a very impressive waterfall, one of the tallest in the area, spewing crystal clear glacier water 70cm into the basin. The beautiful path leading to the waterfalls crosses valleys and hills covered by tropical rainforests, past coffee, bananas, avocados, and tree species. You will get a local lunch prepared by the Chagga community if you like.

Afterward, you'll leave for Chemka Hot Springs. The road is bumpy, so driving takes more than 40 minutes. During the trip, you'll enjoy the wonderful scenery and see authentic Tanzanian life. You can swim, relax, eat your lunch and enjoy the sun. After that adventure, you will be driven to your hotel.

Main Destination:
Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)
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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