Captain Barnaba Travel & Safari

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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 to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your Professional Safari Guide will pick you up at 8:00 am from your Arusha hotel. Heading to Tarangire National Park, a 120 Km drive takes 2-3hrs. Famous for its diverse landscape and nine vegetation zones, it features ancient Baobab trees welcoming you on your game drive. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the drive, exploring the 3,000 Sq Km park named after the Tarangire River. Spot diverse wildlife including elephants, giraffes, lions, antelopes, and zebras. If lucky, catch sight of rare species like the tree-climbing python and long-necked Gerenuk. With the highest concentration of elephants, observe unique family interactions. Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning scenery. After the game drive, return to your camp/lodge for a delicious dinner and a restful night, preparing for tomorrow's adventure.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire to Southern Serengeti Ndutu Area

Tarangire to Southern Serengeti Ndutu Area

After breakfast, depart to Southern Serengeti in Ndutu region via Ngorongoro Conservation area, a 3hr drive from your accommodation in Karatu. Upon entering the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), observe the landscape transitioning from hilly forests to plain, green grasslands. Upon reaching Ndutu, embark on a day game drive, pausing for a picnic lunch. Ndutu's sweeping grasslands fade into the Serengeti, forming part of the migration route for over 2 million wildebeests and thousands of other animals. From December to April, witness the plains transform into calving grounds for the great migration, attracting predators. Ndutu Lake and Lake Masek provide wildlife sightings during the dry season. Home to 6 species of big cats, Ndutu offers thrilling game drives until late evening. Return to your chosen accommodation for a freshly prepared dinner and a restful night. Prepare for another eventful day ahead.

Main Destination:
Southern 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:
Sero Tented Camps
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Safari in Southern Serengeti Ndutu area

Safari in Southern Serengeti Ndutu area

Earlier in the morning after Breakfast you will depart towards the rich endless plains of the southern Serengeti, today you get another chance to view the beautiful wildlife spectacle. The Ndutu region is a part of the glorious Serengeti National Park as well as the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA). Heading out for a full day game drive gives an opportunity of tracking the migration depending on its location in either NCA or Serengeti. During game drives at the right season between December and April, you will be able to see the fertile plains turn into calving grounds and nursery for the great migration. This season attracts hordes of predators prying on vulnerable young wildebeest. Watching the circle of life take its course will be an unforgettable experience etched for life. The action-packed game drive will end late in the evening by around 5PM. You will now head towards your choice of accommodation, where a freshly prepared dinner awaits you.

Main Destination:
Southern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Sero Tented Camps
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Game Drives in Ndutu Southern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Game Drives in Ndutu Southern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive from Southern Serengeti to Central Serengeti. After lunch, explore the central Serengeti National Park amidst the endless plain grasslands. Covering 14,763 Sq Km, the Serengeti houses the glorious “Big 5” and supports a diverse ecosystem. Keep an eye out for the Impala, one of Africa’s most beautiful animals. The Serengeti ecosystem boasts the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa. Look for the Serengeti “Kopjes,” massive granite boulders providing shelter to a variety of flora and fauna. Conclude the eventful day with a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation.

Main Destination:
Southern 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

Half Game Drives in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro Area

Half Game Drives in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro Area

After breakfast you will go for a half day game drives in Serengeti National Park then after Lunch you departs to Ngorongoro Conservation area for dinner and overnight. Ngorongoro is a special conservation area and not a National Park. The whole area is managed for both animals and local Maasai people who graze their cattle alongside the indigenous wildlife.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Safari in Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Safari in Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Get up Earlier in the morning around 6:00am for Breakfast then descend to the crater floor for game drive. You can expect to see lions, elephants, Zebras, Hippos, Flamingos, Jackals, Rhinos Antelopes and many birds. The birds seen here include eagle, vulture, and flamingos in the Crater Lake, stork, bats, giant vulture, sacred ibis, kori bustard, blacksmith plover, long necked heron and the cattle eagle. Post the picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool, you will begin a steep ascend to the top exit of the crater. With a 2hr drive left to Karatu the day will come to a close, late afternoon you will be driven back to Arusha where you will be droped off at Arusha Airport or your Hotel in Arusha.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
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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