Safehands Safaris

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Zanzibar to Arusha City Airport

Zanzibar to Arusha City Airport

You’ll depart from Zanzibar and fly to Arusha, the gateway to your safari adventure. Our driver will smoothly transfer you from your Zanzibar hotel to the airport. Upon landing in Arusha, you’ll be greeted by our driver and taken to your lodge. After a brief safari orientation from our team, embark on a guided Arusha city tour to explore its vibrant markets, cultural sites, and local charm. Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for the thrilling journey ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Karibu Heritage House
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, your safari guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park’s central region, followed by an overnight stay at Seronera Public Campsite. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and daily drinking water are included.

The Serengeti is celebrated as the world’s last great wildlife sanctuary, home to around three million large animals. Many of these animals take part in a seasonal migration, one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events. Spanning 14,763 square kilometers, the Serengeti’s name comes from the Maasai word *Siringet*, meaning “endless plains.”.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park Game Drive

Serengeti National Park Game Drive

Today, enjoy a half-day game drive in the Serengeti, followed by lunch. Afterward, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll spend the night at Simba Public Campsite. All meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are included, along with daily drinking water.

Just an hour’s drive from Seronera, you’ll find numerous resident lion prides. During the dry season, these prides move west and north, often concentrating in the park’s central region, making it an ideal time to spot lions. The area is also famous for leopard sightings, particularly around the sausage trees along the Seronera River banks. With luck, you might catch a glimpse of this elusive and majestic cat resting in the branches.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

NgoroNgoro Crater Game drive

NgoroNgoro Crater Game drive

Early in the morning, enjoy breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive. Known as the Eighth Natural Wonder of the World, the Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact volcanic caldera on Earth.

Formed over 2 million years ago when the Ngorongoro volcano erupted and collapsed, the crater’s 600m-high walls now enclose a diverse ecosystem. Spanning over 19km, it features acacia forests, hippo-filled swamps, and open grasslands. This unique habitat is home to over 30,000 animals, including elephants, warthogs, flamingos, rare black rhinos, and all the big cats. You may also spot Maasai herders grazing their cattle alongside buffalo and wildebeest.

Lunch will be enjoyed at the scenic Hippo Pool picnic site, while dinner will be served at the comfortable Fig Tree Lodge in Mto wa Mbu, capping off an unforgettable day.

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:
Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
  • Budget hotel located 2-3hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. During your game drive, you’ll encounter a variety of wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, and buffaloes. Keep an eye out for predators like lions and leopards, as well as diverse bird species. The park is also home to the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink, offering excellent opportunities for close-up views of hippos and other wildlife. Don’t miss the chance to admire the park’s stunning landscapes and ancient baobabs, which add a unique charm to your safari experience.

After the tour, return to Arusha to catch an evening flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your Zanzibar Island accommodation, marking the perfect end to your 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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
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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