Galilaya Expedition

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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

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Your morning will kick off with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, sprawling across an area akin to Luxembourg, spanning approximately 2,600 km². Its diverse landscape, featuring savannahs, seasonal swamps, and towering baobab trees, serves as a habitat for an array of wildlife including Masai giraffes, buffaloes, hartebeest, elands, fringe-eared oryx, the distinctive long-necked gerenuks, and over 550 bird species.

However, it's the elephants that Tarangire is renowned for, with herds of up to 300 animals roaming freely. This park stands out as one of East Africa's prime locations for observing and getting up close to these majestic creatures. After an immersive game drive, you'll conclude the day with a tranquil evening arrival at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge Karatu for your overnight stay.

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:
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Following breakfast, you'll embark on a drive to the picturesque Lake Manyara National Park. This smaller park is renowned for its impressive array of over 400 bird species, lush forests inhabited by primates, and expansive grassy plains. A significant portion of the park is dominated by the alkaline Lake Manyara, where colonies of flamingos and various water birds thrive.

Beyond the elephants, keep an eye out for giraffes, hippos, wildebeests, impalas, and lively troops of monkeys and baboons in the forested areas near the lake. After a thorough exploration during your afternoon game drive, you'll journey to the vibrant multi-cultural village of Mto wa Mbu, located on the outskirts of Lake Manyara National Park.

As the day draws to a close, you will return from your game drive to the tranquil setting of Bougainvillea Safari Lodge Karatu for a restful overnight stay.

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:
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Today's journey takes you through the verdant highlands, where fertile lands yield crops like wheat, corn, and coffee. En route through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you'll pause to admire the awe-inspiring panorama of the Ngorongoro Crater before continuing onward to the Serengeti National Park. Serengeti, translating to "endless plains" in Maasai, unveils vast grassland savannahs stretching as far as the eye can see.

Throughout the landscape, peculiar rock formations known as kopjes pepper the scenery, often serving as vantage points for predators. Depending on the season, you'll bear witness to the renowned migration of thousands of animals that epitomizes this park's fame. As the day wanes, you'll reach your accommodation, settling in amidst the tranquil surroundings.

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:
Central Serengeti Luxury 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

The entirety of the day will be dedicated to exploring the Serengeti on a game drive. The specific areas visited will be contingent upon the whereabouts of the migrating herds, with predators often trailing behind these moving groups. In November and December, during the brief rainy season, the herds migrate from the northern hills to the southern plains. Conversely, during the longer rainy season from April to June, they make their way back northward.

The annual migration route is dictated by rainfall patterns, resulting in potential variations in the herd's locations from year to year. However, your guide will possess the knowledge needed to locate the animals and identify the optimal viewing spots. Alongside encountering wildebeests and zebras, there's the possibility of spotting predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Your accommodation for the night will be at the same location.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Central Serengeti Luxury 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 – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Following breakfast, you'll embark on another game drive in Serengeti National Park. This morning presents an opportunity to encounter animals you haven't yet seen. The Serengeti is renowned for being home to the Big Five – lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards — and today, you might have the chance to witness all members of this prestigious group.

After enjoying lunch at a scenic picnic site, you'll head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon reaching the rim of the crater, a breathtaking vista unfolds before you. The caldera spans approximately 20 kilometers wide and hosts a population of over 25,000 animals.

For the night, you'll stay at Ngorongoro Tortilis, where dinner and overnight accommodations await you.

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

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

You'll wake up bright and early! Following breakfast at daybreak, you'll descend into the crater. Within the vast expanse of the world's largest caldera, you'll encounter a rich array of wildlife, including black rhinos, Grant's and Thomson's gazelles, lions, leopards, elephants, and mountain reedbucks nestled within the forests on the slopes.

Keep your eyes peeled for buffaloes, spotted hyenas, rare wild dogs, and a plethora of bird species, numbering over 500 in this area. Following an immersive game drive and a delightful picnic lunch, you'll depart from the caldera in the afternoon, journeying back to Arusha. This will be the end of the safari.

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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not 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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