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

Following breakfast, your journey will commence towards Tarangire, Tanzania's fifth-largest national park, renowned as a haven for a notably abundant elephant population. You'll be in awe of the majestic baobab trees, which stand as towering sentinels over the park, casting shade upon the diverse array of wildlife that grazes beneath their branches. The Tarangire River, serving as the sole permanent water source in the region, attracts a concentration of animals, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and a remarkable gathering of up to six thousand elephants.

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:
Maramboi Tented Lodge
  • Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire - Lake Manyara National Park

Tarangire - Lake Manyara National Park

Following breakfast, at 8:00 am, your designated driver-guide will be ready to accompany you. You'll embark on a scenic drive traversing the floor of the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Manyara National Park, where an exhilarating game drive awaits. This picturesque park, characterized by its verdant vegetation and lush tropical forests adorned with towering fig and mahogany trees, derives its name from the Maasai term for "euphorbia tirucalli," a bush traditionally used by the Maasai to create protective cattle hedges.

Lake Manyara National Park is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, and various antelope species, alongside an abundance of monkeys and a sizable hippopotamus population. With luck on your side, you may catch sight of the renowned Manyara lions, famed for their unique tree-climbing tendencies, leisurely reclining upon the branches of Acacia tortilis trees.

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:
Ngorongoro Farm House
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park

Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park

Following breakfast, your journey will commence towards Serengeti National Park. As you make your way, you'll pause for a picnic lunch atop a kopje (rock outcropping) within the park's expanse. Afterward, you'll venture deeper into the park, embarking on an exhilarating game drive to explore its wonders further.

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:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

This promises to be a day brimming with extensive drives throughout Serengeti. Depending on the season and the movement of herds, you'll encounter a plethora of wildlife, including wildebeests, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, various antelope species, as well as an abundance of birds and other fascinating creatures.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Following breakfast, your morning will be dedicated to a captivating game drive within Serengeti National Park. Subsequently, you'll set off for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon reaching your destination in the early evening, indulge in the breathtaking vista of the crater from the lodge's terrace. Take this time to unwind and prepare for the upcoming adventure as you anticipate the safari descent into the crater scheduled for the following day.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Following breakfast, you will embark on an unforgettable journey as you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exceptional game drive, accompanied by a delightful picnic lunch. This crater, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts the highest wild animal density worldwide, owing to its towering 2000 ft. walls that limit animal migration. Prepare to be mesmerized by the diverse array of species inhabiting this natural wonder, including lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, and an abundance of birdlife. With luck on your side, you may even encounter the renowned Big Five in a single day.

From Ngorongoro, your journey will lead you to Lake Eyasi—an enclave of the hunter-gatherer ethnic group, the Hadzabe Bushmen, who bear striking resemblances to the bushmen of Southern Africa. This indigenous tribe, renowned for their harmonious existence with nature, possesses invaluable knowledge of the local flora and fauna.

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:
Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located at Lake Eyasi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Eyasi - Arusha

Lake Eyasi - Arusha

At daybreak, you'll set out from your lodge for a hunting expedition with the Hadzabe, lasting a few hours, tailored to your preference and comfort. Upon your return, breakfast awaits you back at the lodge. Afterward, you'll gather your belongings and lunch provisions before embarking on a drive to Arusha. Along the journey, you'll have the option to indulge in some shopping if you so desire.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi
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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  • This tour is offered by Galilaya Expedition, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 5 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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