Go Makini Tanzania Expedition

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$2,580 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire (night game drive)

Arusha to Tarangire (night game drive)

Upon arriving at the park, your night game drive will start around 7:30 PM. You'll meet your guide at your chosen accommodation's gate for a brief overview of the dos and don'ts of the night drive. Prepare to explore a new world of nocturnal wildlife on an exclusive night game drive through Tarangire National Park, renowned for its prime conditions for this activity. As you venture into the darkness, you'll have the chance to spot rare and elusive animals that are less active during the day. Look out for leopards, lions, elephants, antelopes, porcupines, and genets.

Please note that dinner will not be provided during the night drive, so we recommend having an early meal before setting out.

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:
Ang'ata Tarangire Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at your accommodation, you'll set off for a game drive in Tarangire National Park. This stunning park, known for its iconic baobabs and acacias, is teeming with wildlife such as zebras, elephants, giraffes, and waterbucks that thrive near the Tarangire River. During this time of year, you might see herds of elephants, common elands, lesser kudus, as well as leopards, lions, and cheetahs. The birdlife is also diverse and abundant.

After a day of exploration, you'll return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you'll begin a road transfer from Karatu to Serengeti National Park. Once you arrive, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Hippo Pool, where you can observe these magnificent creatures lounging in the cool water, coexisting with crocodiles. Explore Serengeti National Park, renowned for its rich wildlife and diverse bird species. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wild dogs, gazelles, and crocodiles.

In the early evening, return to your lodge for a sundowner, followed by a relaxing dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Land of Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you'll savor the stunning sunrise in Serengeti before embarking on a game drive in Serengeti National Park. Today, your tour guide will help you discover the park’s carnivores, including big cats and hyenas. As you explore, you'll learn about the park's history and why the Maasai named it Serengeti, which means "endless plains." Following your adventure, you'll enjoy lunch and dinner at your lodge, where you'll spend the night.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Land of Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After a leisurely breakfast and a relaxing morning at your lodge, you will continue with your game drives, with a chance to experience the wonders of Serengeti. You'll also visit the hippo pools before heading to a comfortable mid-range lodge near Karatu for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After enjoying breakfast at the lodge, you will embark on a road transfer with a packed lunch from Karatu to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to nearly every species of wildlife native to East Africa, including the rare black rhino. This stunning caldera features a river, several swamps, a lake, a forest, and open plains. You'll have a picnic lunch at the hippo pool site, where you can appreciate the wildlife and the lush vegetation within this unbroken caldera. It's estimated that over 30,000 animals inhabit this naturally enclosed area, formed by the slopes of an ancient volcano.

In the afternoon, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha or Arusha Airport.

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)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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