African Polecat 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

Our committed representative will pick you up from the airport to Forest Hill for accommodation. Depending on your time of arrival, you will have time to relax and get ready for an incredible journey.

Cost-free activities:
Visiting the local marketplaces, Maasai market, cultural heritage, and Arusha City Museum are all part of the city tour.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Forest Hill Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located near Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Your journey begins with a thrilling drive through the "land of giants" in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its majestic elephants and iconic baobab trees. The excitement starts early with a 6:45 am pick-up — the earlier, the better for our game drive!

As you explore the park, you'll pause for a delightful picnic lunch by the Tarangire River, soaking in the breathtaking views. After lunch, the adventure continues with another exhilarating game drive, immersing ourselves in the wonders of Tarangire's wildlife.

As the sun sets, you'll head to the Jungle Pearl Resort for a cozy evening of relaxation and a delicious dinner. But the excitement doesn't end there! Book at an extra cost a thrilling night game drive at Lake Manyara from 7:45 pm to 10:55 pm, unveiling the mysterious world of nocturnal creatures. It's a whole new perspective of the park under the moonlight.

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

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Tanzania’s oldest park, covering a whopping 1.5 million hectares, it's home to an incredible diversity of animals. As well as the famous wildebeest migration.

After breakfast, you will depart to Serengeti between 8:45 and 9:00 am, Along the way, you will pause for 15-20 minutes at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint to soak in the breathtaking view of the crater. You will arrive in time for lunch at Serengeti Nabi gate and a little walk to stretch your legs.

You will proceed for a game drive including a sunset game drive while heading to your selected accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay inside the endless plains of the Serengeti.

Optional activity:
Maasai boma visit: a walk in the Maasai culture well known for drinking raw cow blood.
Olduvai Gorge Museum is available at an extra cost.
Balloon ride

• Washrooms are located in all picnic sites as well as all gates.

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:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Northern Serengeti National Park

Northern Serengeti National Park

Get ready for an exhilarating day in the Serengeti! Today, you'll venture into the expansive northwest region, following the epic movements of wildlife.

You will kick off with an early breakfast before embarking on a thrilling morning game drive, armed with a delicious picnic lunch. Your main goal? The Mara River, where the drama of the migration unfolds. Keep your cameras ready as we hope to witness herds of wildebeests and zebras bravely crossing the river, with crocodiles lurking in the waters, ready to seize the opportunity.

Your adventure continues throughout the day, exploring the diverse landscapes and wildlife of the Serengeti until the evening. As the sun sets, you'll proceed to Baobab Luxury Camp, where the excitement doesn't end —be prepared for potential animal sightings right at the camp!

Get ready for a day filled with thrilling wildlife encounters and unforgettable moments in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Baobab Serengeti Camp - North
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Northern Serengeti National Park

Northern Serengeti National Park

Get ready for an exciting day as you go back to the Mara River. Here, you'll see a special event in nature —the wildebeest herds gathering and getting ready to cross the Mara River. It's a thrilling start to their migration!

You'll start your day with an early breakfast and then head out for a fun game drive. After some time, you'll stop for lunch in the wild. But the adventure doesn't end there —we'll keep exploring the Serengeti's amazing sights until it's almost evening.

When the sun sets and the sky turns golden, you'll head back to Baobab Luxury Camp. You'll have a tasty dinner together and talk about the exciting things you saw today, like the wildebeest crossing the river.

Today will be an amazing day with the Mara River's drama right in front of you. Get ready for an adventure-filled day and unforgettable moments with wildlife in the Serengeti!

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Baobab Serengeti Camp - North
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

Your day begins with an early sunrise game drive, as the park comes to life and nocturnal predators like lions finish their night hunts. After the morning game drive, you will proceed back to your accommodation for breakfast.

In the afternoon, you will stop at Naabi Gate for lunch. After lunch, you will proceed with a transit game viewing while heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for an overnight stay. You will arrive at your camping grounds in the early evening, for dinner and sunset.

Optional: Upgrade to Ngorongoro Serena Hotel for exceptional views of the Ngorongoro Crater at an extra cost.
Optional Balloon Ride:

•Note: Bathrooms are available at every gate and picnic sites around the park.
•Duration: 7-8 hours.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Moyo Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Your day will begin early. Between 6:00 and 6:30 am, you'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. The earlier you descend the better you increase your chances of encountering the black rhinos.

From the comfort of your open-roof 4x4 land cruiser, you'll spend the majority of the time exploring the Crater. With its 600- to 650-meter-high walls, Ngorongoro Crater resembles a natural zoo. The landscape here shifts greatly depending on the season. You're guaranteed to observe scenes found nowhere else in Tanzania.

After the chills and thrills of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the famous hippo pool. Thereafter, your guide will drive you back to Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay.

•Washrooms are available in all entry gates and picnic sites.
•Game drive takes 7-8 hours.

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:
Farm House Valley
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Lake Manyara to Zanzibar Island

Lake Manyara to Zanzibar Island

You will ride your bikes to Lake Manyara after breakfast at 8:45 am and a brief recap of the excursion. Along with the breathtaking vistas of Lake Manyara, you will have access to zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and gazelles.

From noon until 1:45 pm, you will proceed for lunch and a little break. Following that, you will enjoy a cultural trip under the direction of your local guide to banana, coffee, and rice fields to engage in the locals' everyday practices.

Mto wa Mbu is a small town that is quite flat and devoid of hills, making it simple to go to by bicycle. A tuk-tuk is a free mode of transportation for the young and old unable to use or ride a bike.

Thereafter, your safari guide will drive you to Arusha (expected arrival time 4:50 pm to 5:20 pm) for your flight to Zanzibar.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
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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