Sensation of Africa

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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

Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Your Sensation of Africa representative will pick you up from the airport, driving you to your Arusha accommodation. With time to relax, gear up for the adventure of a lifetime in bustling Arusha, an essential safari hub in northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Ilboru Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your Sensation of Africa guide will escort you to Tarangire National Park—a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive on excellent roads. Named after the Tarangire River, this sanctuary is renowned for elephant families gathering by the river, alongside giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests. Predators like lions and leopards closely follow. Tarangire hosts more bird species than anywhere else, and its ancient baobab trees, some over a millennium old, grace the landscape. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park before transitioning to your Karatu accommodation after an exhilarating game drive.

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 in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Post-breakfast, ascend to the cooler Ngorongoro Conservation Area, pausing to witness the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Transit through Ngorongoro to the Serengeti's southern entrance.

The Serengeti, renowned for vast open grasslands, offers exceptional wildlife sightings, particularly during the annual Great Migration. Witness the mesmerizing movement of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope in search of fresh grazing. The migration spectacle occurs year-round, and with guidance, you can witness one of the 'Seven Wonders of the Natural World'. Enjoy a picnic lunch and overnight at a tented camp in Central Serengeti.

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

Day 4

Full Game drive in the Serengeti Plains

Full Game drive in the Serengeti Plains

Dedicate the entire day to Serengeti game drives, unveiling a wealth of wildlife—from impala and buffalo to crocodile and hippo. Amid iconic landscapes, brace for predator encounters, possibly spotting lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Depending on the Great Migration's location, venture beyond the central region for a transformative experience. An unforgettable day of life-changing wonders awaits.

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

Day 5

Serengeti to the Crater Rim

Serengeti to the Crater Rim

Your last Serengeti sunrise unfolds! Enjoy a relaxed morning game drive before a scenic journey through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Head to Ngorongoro Crater, where a tented camp near the Crater Rim promises cooler temperatures and more wonders en route. A delightful dinner awaits, capping off your day of exploration.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Kuhama Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Full game drive in the Crater Floor

Full game drive in the Crater Floor

Ngorongoro Crater appears as a forgotten world, concealed by steep volcanic walls, offering a pristine wilderness of savannah, acacia woodlands, and glistening lakes. Created millions of years ago, it's celebrated for geological wonders and harbors some of Africa's densest large mammal populations. The descent into the Crater is an adventure, immersing you in a landscape teeming with wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and over 500 bird species. Best known for black rhino sightings, the Crater is a haven for endangered species. After a picnic lunch, proceed to your Karatu accommodation, concluding a day of awe-inspiring exploration.

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
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Lake Manyara for the Full game drive later on Transfer to Arusha

Lake Manyara for the Full game drive later on Transfer to Arusha

This morning, head to Lake Manyara National Park, your final destination on this epic safari! Manyara, though compact, is epic with the towering Great Rift Escarpment. The park's namesake, a shallow salt lake, hosts thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and 500+ bird species. Witness baboons and elephants in the lush evergreen forest, and keep an eye out for the famed tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park.

After your game drive, choose your drop-off point—Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport, or Arusha Airport. We trust you've relished your adventure with Sensation of Africa!

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:
  • 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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