Sensation of Africa

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$1,562 pp (USD)

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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 Sensation of Africa safari guide will pick you up post-breakfast. Today, head to Tarangire National Park, a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive on well-maintained roads. Named after the Tarangire River, this park, known as the 'river of warthogs,' serves as the sole water source for wildlife during the dry season. Witness impressive elephant families gathering by the river, alongside giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests. Predators like lions and leopards closely trail these animals, creating captivating scenes. Tarangire boasts an exceptional variety of breeding bird species, and ancient baobab trees, some surpassing a thousand years, dot the landscape.
Indulge in a picnic lunch at a park site before transitioning to your accommodation in Karatu after an enriching game drive.

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:
Kankari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 2-3hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Karatu to southern serengeti

Karatu to southern serengeti

After breakfast at your hotel in Karatu, your expert guide will take you on a scenic drive towards the Southern Serengeti, passing through the iconic Ngorongoro Crater before reaching Ndutu in the Southern Serengeti. This region is particularly renowned for its calving season (from December to March), when thousands of wildebeest give birth, creating one of nature’s most dramatic and heart-stirring spectacles.
Upon arrival in Ndutu, enjoy an exciting game drive through this rich wildlife area, where you’ll witness the incredible drama of the calving period, with young wildebeest taking their first steps, predators on the hunt, and the plains teeming with life. The Southern Serengeti offers some of the most extraordinary wildlife sightings in Africa, especially during this period of intense migration.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ndutu Heritage Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Southern Serengeti NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Ndutu-full game drive crater(Rhino+Flamingo)

Ndutu-full game drive crater(Rhino+Flamingo)

After an early breakfast, you will start your beautiful journey to Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. You will descend into the crater while enjoying the majestic view of the crater and wildlife animals as well. Also, you will be enjoying your lunch inside the park. Later we will transfer you to your lodge/camp for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.

Travelers visiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area can enjoy many incredible and unique experiences such as: exploring its volcanic craters (one of which is the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world), viewing the dense wildlife populations, including the Big Five, observing Ngorongoro abundant landscapes.

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:
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Full game drive lake manyara (lion + flamingo)

Full game drive lake manyara (lion + flamingo)

This morning, journey to Lake Manyara National Park, marking the finale of this epic safari! Manyara, a compact yet diverse park, boasts unique dimensions—narrow but towering with the Great Rift Escarpment. The park's namesake, a shallow Salt Lake, transforms with seasons, hosting thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and 500+ bird species. Spot baboons and elephants in the lush evergreen forest and keep an eye out for the renowned tree-climbing lions.
Savor a picnic lunch within the park. After your game drive, You will driven to karatu in your accommodation.

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
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Karatu - arusha for departure

Karatu - arusha for departure

After an unforgettable full day of game drives, the time comes to bid farewell to the wild and journey back to Arusha. This day marks the conclusion of your safari, but there are still several ways to enhance your experience, depending on your interests and departure schedule.
For those seeking cultural engagement, you may choose to visit Lake Eyasi for a unique insight into the lifestyle of the indigenous Hadzabe and Datoga community's, or explore the Maasai culture for an immersive experience in traditional practices. Alternatively, you can take a scenic drive to Lake Natron, known for its striking beauty and rich cultural significance.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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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