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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 City to Arusha National Park

Arusha City to Arusha National Park

Our tour guide driver will pick you up from the lodge early in the morning and start a scenic journey to Arusha National Park while carrying lunch boxes. After the game drive, you will also explore this park by walking with a park ranger. Once we finish the game viewing, we will transfer you to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Arusha National Park is dotted with an abundance of unique mammal species, such as the black-and-white colobus monkey, African elephant, Cape buffalo, hippo, zebra, giraffe, and even the camera-shy wildebeest. It also has stunning landscapes, including an expansive open savannah that later gives way to a patch of acacia scrubland before finally culminating in a lush rainforest. You will also see Mount Meru, which has different attractive geographical features, including a waterfall and the Ngurdoto Crater.

Main Destination:
Arusha National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)
High Season July to March (The park can get busy)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
ElephantOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
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HyenaRare
LionNone
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You'll be picked up from the lodge early in the morning after enjoying a delicious breakfast and start an amazing journey to Tarangire National Park for a game drive while carrying lunch boxes. Once the game drive is done, we will transfer you to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Tarangire National Park is well known for its large elephant herds and iconic giant baobab trees. The park has a diversity of landscapes, from seasonal swamps to savannahs. The Tarangire River winds its way through the parklands, which is the only source of water for wild animals here during the Dry season. It is possible to see a lion stalking his prey or leopards watching while relaxing in the trees above.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Karatu to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Karatu to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, you'll depart to Ngorongoro for a game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater while carrying lunch boxes. Once the game drive is done, we will transfer you to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the natural wonders of Africa. Inside the crater, you will have a great chance to explore the spectacular landscapes and relax in a new environment. Spot all the Big Five animals, which include prides of lions, herds of buffalos, elephants, leopards, and black rhinos. See bird species like flamingos in the crater lakes and the amazing natural surroundings. Be ready to spot many varieties of wild animals here within a minute.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

After breakfast, we will depart for Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive while carrying lunch boxes. Once we have finished the game drive, we will transfer you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure, where the safari ends.

Lake Manyara National Park covers an area of only 330 sq. km (127 sq. miles), of which up to 200 sq. km (77 sq. miles) is made up of the lake when water levels are high. The park is famous for the arboreal lions, which hide among the branches of the trees, and the numerous colonies of baboons that populate the forest and which will accompany you along the road from the moment you enter the park. The park is also excellent for bird watching and a good area to find elephants, hippos, giraffes, zebras, baboons, warthogs, and buffalos. At some point during your game drive, you will get out of your vehicle at the hippo pool to stretch your legs and observe the hippos.

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)
  • 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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