Tanzania Safari Essence

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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

Welcome to Arusha, Tanzania

Welcome to Arusha, Tanzania

Welcome to the start of your safari and Tanzania! You've chosen a fantastic destination, and we'll give you an introductory briefing before we begin the trip you've been dreaming of.

The streets of Arusha are fantastic places for you to learn a little more about local life in a northern Tanzanian city. Apart from the endless fascination of life on these busy streets, there are museums, markets, and a rewarding local food scene for you to experience.

On arrival at the Airport, we will meet and greet you and take you to your hotel in Arusha for the overnight stay.
Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to process all of the excitement that you’re about to experience the next day.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Kogatende Serengeti by Air

Arusha to Kogatende Serengeti by Air

Early Morning
Transfer by Air to Kogatende Airstrip

On Arrival
You will be met in Kogatende Airstrip by our Safari Guide who will be expecting your arrival. After a short meet & greet session, you'll be dropped off at your luxury camp in one of our company vehicles to check in, get refreshed, and be ready for the Serengeti adventure you have come to experience.

The rest of the day you'll be on a guided game drive in this part of the park filled with a lot of animal actions and sightings. You never know what you might see, but that's all part of the excitement.

In the evening, relax at the end of your safari day with a few drinks as you enjoy the sunset and that wonderful safari tradition of the sundowner.

Main Destination:
Northern 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 Mara River Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Northern Serengeti National Park

Northern Serengeti National Park

Early this morning we've set aside time for a balloon safari.
It's a chance to get high above the landscape and take in the astonishing views of Northern Serengeti National Park.
After the ride, join us for one of the highlights of your safari when we take you out for a bush breakfast in Northern Serengeti National Park this morning.

After breakfast, you'll get to go on a guided game drive which is always a safari highlight. It's an especially good way to explore Northern Serengeti National Park and get to know the wildlife and the animals that you might see.

Around Lunchtime
Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch at the camp.

Afternoon
Come with us for a guided game drive this afternoon in Northern Serengeti National Park. As always when Africa's animals are involved, there's so much for you to look forward to.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Mara River Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Northern to Central Serengeti National Park by Road

Northern to Central Serengeti National Park by Road

Morning
Transfer by Road, Serengeti Mara River Camp to Serengeti Sametu Camp.
As we drive you to the next part of your safari, you'll be enjoying a game drive at the same time.

Around Lunchtime
Join us for a picnic in Serengeti National Park, where you get to eat great food while surrounded by nature.

Evening
Relax at yet another luxury camp and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Sametu Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater by Road

Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater by Road

Early Morning
Keep an eye out for wildlife early this morning as our transfer to the next part of your safari doubles as a game drive.

After Arrival
Your guided game drive down into and around Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best safari experiences you can have in East Africa. Watch for lions, hyenas, black rhinos, and more as you spend most of the day exploring the crater floor.

Around Lunchtime
Join us for a picnic in Ngorongoro Crater, where you get to eat great food while surrounded by nature.

Evening
Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

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:
Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater to Manyara Airstrip then to Arusha by Air

Ngorongoro Crater to Manyara Airstrip then to Arusha by Air

Ngorongoro Highlands
Temperatures are lovely and cool in Ngorongoro Highlands, which is perfect for exploring the forests, and seeing the wildlife (elephant, buffalo, and maybe even leopard) and views.

Early Morning
Your early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater is a fantastic way to begin your safari day. The guided game drive will take in all the best views, as well as wildlife.

Around Lunchtime
Join us for a picnic in Ngorongoro Highlands.

Afternoon
We will transfer you to Manyara airstrip then board a chartered plane to Arusha Airport where our driver will be waiting to pick and drop you at the hotel we have arranged for you.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

End of Tour

End of Tour

Your Tanzanian safari draws to a close, and we're sure that you will have enjoyed it as much as we have.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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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